Northern Iowan — November 17, 2009

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1	Swastika painting upsets UNI community	Students spread the word following the discovery of the swastika and message painted on a bench near Rialto Dining Center. A public form revealed other acts of discrimination on campus and a feeling of not being safe; photo.
1	Faculty requires other cuts before furloughs	Eighty-eight per cent of the faculty union members surveyed opposed the idea of furloughs unless similar cuts are made in programs including athletics, Gallagher-Bluedorn, and the Wellness Center; photo.
1	Students give professors grades of their own	Evaluation forms have been handed to students to allow them assess the course and the professor. Forms are scored electronically, summarized by an outside firm, and following the posting of grades, shared with the professor; photo.
2	Students divided over health care reform	The Affordable Health Care for America Act narrowly passed in the House of Representatives. Reactions have been mixed including cost concerns and coverage for abortions. Students and the nation seem split 50-50 on the bill.
3	Panther Portraits	Scenes from the national robotics competition; photo.
4	On the issues: City Council at-large candidates	Runoff election set for December 1. Gary Winterhof and Nick Taiber respond to questions; photo.
6	Panther Portraits	Scenes of the robotics team during competition; photo.
6	Letter from the NISG Executive Branch and NISG President	Comments and concerns on the recent incidents of discrimination on campus.
7	Simplicity challenge	Three steps listed to help reduce the stress-filled life of a college student.
7	Crow is tough to swallow, Mr. Begnoche	Author responds to previous letter to the editor dealing with the article, "The Maine problem with gay marriage", written by Brandon Begnoche.
7	A type of discrimination overlooked	People with disabilities have been discriminated against for years. They have been institutionalized and sterilized. Their abilities have been questioned.
7	The real power of prayer	Reactions to the recent shootings at Fort Hood and the possibility of a religious influence.
8	We all might (literally) pay for our indifference	The end results of budget cuts are increased class sizes, possible condensing of material taught, and less interaction with professors. Information on the budget problems are posted and student input is desired. Let your voices be heard.
8	Get involved today	Recent survey reveals only forty per cent of students are involved in extracurricular activities. Believes that college is not only classroom knowledge, but also the contacts made outside of class. Many organizations await your inquiry.
8	Do some Dalai Lama research	States that Tibetan people live in abject poverty, while the priestly and aristocratic classes live in opulence. Women have few, if any, rights.
9	GBPAC receives generous birthday gift	Edward and Catherine Gallagher gave $500,000 to the Performing Arts Center in honor of the tenth anniversary. The Gallaghers made a million dollar donation ten years ago to help build the center; photo.
9	"Strong Enough for a Woman, Gentle Enough for a Man" explores gender roles and sexual identity	Paul Siddens and his graduate performance studies seminar will perform at Interpreters' Theatre. The play sheds light on how media, society, and families influence how people view gender roles and sexual identity; photo.
10	Student Voices	Students respond to the question; "What are you doing for Thanksgiving vacation?"; photo.
10	"The Men Who Stare at Goats" found boring, impotent	Review of the movie.
11	UNI seniors go out in style	Football team defeats Western Illinois, 34-0. Seniors honored prior to the game; photo.
11	Panthers start season with 71-65 victory at Denver	Basketball team opens the season with a road win. Four starters scored in double figures.
11	Panthers clinch outright MVC title	Volleyball team remains undefeated in conference play following wins over Missouri State, 3-0, and Wichita State, 3-2; photo.
13	Bermel family leads UNI golf	One of three seniors on the golf team was Kyle Bermel, Coach John Bermel's nephew. Panthers finished fourth at the Kansas City Invitational, ten strokes behind the leaders.
13	Wrestlers compete at Northwestern Duals	Wrestlers defeat Eastern Michigan and lose to Purdue and Stanford. Coach Penrith was pleased with the competition for his team; photo.