Northern Iowan — October 21, 2008

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1 Student services emphasized at Gilchrist Hall rededication Following the Gilchrist Hall fire in 2005, Gilchrist Hall has been extensively repaired. The rededication ceremony was a celebration that student services are now in one building; photo.
1 Fire burns married student apartments Extensive damage was done to the kitchen area of an apartment at Hillside Courts. A pan left on the stove is the reported cause. Damage was reported to other apartments; photo.
1 Gas odor perplexes community Public Safety, Cedar Falls Fire Department, and Cedar Falls Utilities responded to a gas odor in the Hillside Courts apartment area. No gas leak was found after an extensive investigation.
2 Major fair is a major tool for students The Exploring Major Fair provides an opportunity for students to see what a department has to offer. Information can help in deciding majors, minors, or certificate programs.
3 Panther Portraits Scenes from the North Dakota State football game and Howard Dean's visit to campus on behalf of Barack Obama; photo.
5 Students get involved in political process by attending debate-watching parties Sabin Hall and Beck's on University Avenue provided the setting for college students to watch the Presidential debates; photo.
7 It's your election Students reminded to register to vote, research the candidates, watch the debates, and, finally, be certain to cast their vote on November 4.
7 Technology wasted on the immaterial Japanese game manufacturer recently introduced mobile phone software that turns certain cell phones into musical instruments.
8 Things to do before leaving UNI Consider an astronomy class, go to a theatre event, take a walk on campus, listen to the Campanile, play with the squirrels, take a road trip with friends, attend an athletic event, and go to College Hill at least once.
9 Taking the "disorder" out of anorexia Eating disorders, in the writer's view, can be overcome by will power and dedication. Society may be to blame due to its desire to have women look a certain way.
11 Joan Jett coming to UNI Halloween concert by rock legend Joan Jett set for Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
11 "Wild at Heart" offers unique story Interpreter's Theatre to present its first production of the year, "Wild at Heart"; adapted by Paul Siddens from the novel by Barry Gifford; photo.
13 Camp Adventure Youth Services Dates, times, places for interviews for summer 2009 positions; photo
14 A comedic look at the election Appearance by the Reduced Shakespeare Company will inject some fun into the Presidential campaign; photo.
16 Film to spark controversy Oliver Stone's "W" looks at the presidency of George W. Bush; photo.
17 UNI whips North Dakota State Football team defeats number 16 ranked North Dakota State, 23-13; photo.
17 Shockers and Bears down Panthers on road Volleyball team lost a heartbreaker to Wichita State in five games. Southwest Missouri State won its match with UNI, three sets to one; photo.
17 UNI loses to conference leader Soccer team loses to Evansville. 3-0. The loss will keep the team out of the conference tournament; photo.
18 UNI's winning tradition worth the FCS Discussion on moving up to the Football Bowl Subdivision. Author feels that is better to remain an FCS school than to move up and become a doormat to the larger schools; photo.
19 Freshman named special teams player of the week Jarred Herring rewarded for his play on special teams against North Dakota State; has averaged 26.9 yards returning 13 kicks; photo.
20 Schrunk earns MVC honor Caedryn Schrunk named Missouri Valley Conference female runner of the week.
20 Photos Scenes from the North Dakota State football game; photo.
22 No pain, no gain: a Mesa State senior's decision Mesa State football player chose to amputate his little finger rather than lose playing during his senior season; photo.