Northern Iowan — October 10, 2006

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1 Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated on campus September 15 marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. Displays, movies, Day of the Dead altar, and workshops are scheduled; photo.
1 Debate should increase voter awareness NISG and the speech and debate team are sponsoring a debate between the candidates in districts 19 and 20. Information and increasing student voting in the upcoming election are the goals of the debate.
1 Voter registration deadline fast approaching Student voters are reminded that you can vote at only one address. The time to change your registration from your hometown to Black Hawk County is now.
4 Study abroad this summer with UNI Many opportunities are available for students to study outside of the U.S. this summer.
5 Studying abroad promotes cultural diversity Students participating in studying abroad programs return with open minds and first hand knowledge of how other cultures live and interact; photo.
6 UNI good Samaritan passes on grant money to WRC Target Corporation grant money given to the WRC by Bob Frederick, director of academic advising and career services.
7 Don't knock dentists The importance of good dental hygiene and the aid of dentists is reviewed.
7 Living for one's wedding day Many things should be considered before marriage.
7 Homecoming: a campus-wide kegger for pride Impressions of Homecoming.
8 Hispanic Heritage Month Displays, movies, and speakers scheduled for the celebration of Hispanic heritage month.
9 Improper planning Suggests scheduling Homecoming prior to mid term exams, having a week off for Thanksgiving, and adding a fall break.
10 GOP loves the media NI accused of being one sided in their reporting.
10 Parade of terror Exception taken to seeing the flag of Hamas in the Homecoming parade.
10 Is grammar dying? Previous letters to the editor not taken seriously due to poor grammar and run-on sentences.
10 Corrupt Iraqis? President Bush urged to encourage Congressional investigation of corruption within his administration.
10 Bigot on board? Response to the Eagle's Nest column.
10 Editor's response NI editor Nicholas Roos responds to Eagle's Nest letter, stating that the writers are Americans and that the article is pure satire.
10 Walkway robbery Believes that food prices at Maucker Union are excessive.
11 "Election" a modern classic with a timeless theme Election is definitely not a teen movie. Sharp writing, meaningful things to say, and humor based on the absurdity of the characters set this movie apart from the teen scene; photo.
11 "Hooking Up" is a must-read for all girls Amber Madison's book receives a glowing recommendation. The author relates to the younger generation with the use of straightforward stories and humor; photo.
12 Why not have doggies in dorm windows? Pets are against University policy in most cases, even though they are cute. Noise and cleanliness are the main reasons given for the no pet rule. There has been a recent increase in fish in dorm rooms; photo.
15 UNI rocks the Bears out of town, 38-7 UNI wins Homecoming game over Missouri State; photo.
15 Panthers tied for first place in conference Volleyball team tied for the conference lead with a record of 5-1 in the conference and 13-6 overall; photo.
16 Yankees show money can't buy championships Detroit Tigers defeated New York Yankees in the American League Divisional Series; photo.
17 Panthers fall to defending conference champ Panther women's soccer team is moving in the right direction, but they are still looking for a victory, following a match with Drake; photo.
18 Gateway football conference in full swing Predictions for conference champion and highlights of last week's games in the Gateway conference.
19 Golfers place third Men's golf team finishes strong in Murray State Invitational tournament; photo.
19 Paritala & Moraes finish first in MVC Panther women take first in doubles at the conference tennis championship