Northern Iowan — January 23, 2009

Page	Title	Summary	Scan
1	President Barack Obama inaugurated into office	Reactions to the President's address from Senators Tom Harkin and Charles Grassley; photo.
1	The University of Northern Iowa's winter weather policies	The University seldom closes due to bad weather, because most students live either on or close to campus. Blizzard conditions do contribute to a closing; photo.
2	Panther Portraits	Freethinkers and Inquirers group meets each Sunday to discuss and examine ideas; photo.
3	An update from the Freshman Student Council	Stated goal of the group is to help the community. The first fund raising event resulted in a $320 donation to Toys for Tots. Speed dating will be held in January with the funds going to the Make a Wish Foundation.
5	Complain productively	Human beings need to learn to complain and then discuss problems in hopes of finding solutions. Emotions need to be reduced during the discussion. Attempts should be made to make contact with persons who have control over the situation.
5	Winter safety	Believes that cleaning sidewalks of snow and ice by the University needs to improve. Merely spreading sand and salt is not enough. Safety for those using walkers, canes, crutches, and wheel chairs is imperative.
5	Preparing for the future	College life can be challenging. Lack of sleep, insufficient time to study, and skipping meals all contribute to stress for the college student.
6	UGG-ly fashion trend won't disappear	The UGG boots, popular winter footwear for women, are not looked upon in a favorable manner by men, especially the author.
7	The search for home sweet home	Helpful suggestions/questions for students considering the move to an off campus apartment; photo.
7	The curious case of Benjamin Boring	"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is reviewed; photo.
10	Last semester's GPA lower than expected?	Attending classes, taking advantage of participation points, and staying organized and on top of your assignments will help raise grades. Contacting professors for clarification of questions is also important.
11	Mulder, Panthers roll at Dome Open	First indoor track meet in the Dome dominated by the Panthers. School record in the 1000 meter run shattered by Tyler Mulder; photo.
11	Panthers run away from Bulldogs, 85-60	Men's basketball team defeats Drake; photo.
12	Panther women win third in a row	Women's basketball team defeats Bradley, 92-76. Nicole Clausen ties school record for three point goals with seven.
12	Wrestling flattens Northern Colorado and Air Force	Wrestling team defeats Northern Colorado, 28-13 and the Air Force Academy, 42-0.
16	Playoff gives USC, Utah championship shot	Combining the BCS system with a sixteen team playoff would provide a true national champion; photo.