Northern Iowan — January 27, 2014

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Page	Title	Summary
1	Students jumpstart on diversity	UNI hosted its sixth annual Town Hall on Diversity. Regina Dixon-Reeves, diversity specialist at the University of Chicago, was the keynote speaker for the event. Attendees discussed UNI programs that aid in the diversity of students; photo.
1	UNI students explore living beyond U.S. borders	UNI's Study Abroad Department hosted an International Opportunities Fair for students to learn more about different study abroad opportunities. Interested students were able to talk to others about their study abroad experience; photo.
1	Finley fights financial pitfalls	Michael Finley, creator of the Financial Literacy Program on campus, has recently publish his first book. Finley wrote "Financial Happine$$" to assist readers with their finances as well as their life; photo.
4	Misconceptions rise as snow falls: The recent Arctic vortex does not disprove global warming	The author points out that we are experiencing record breaking low temperatures, but this does not disprove global warming. Global warming refers to the overall temperature of the globe, so we cannot base our judgment on one specific area.
4	Let's say goodbye to lectures	The author feels that lecture-based classes are not the best way for students to learn. Students can only focus for short periods of time, so interactive learning would be better for students. It may be more work, but ultimately it would be beneficial.
5	Newspapers keep UNI safe from corruption	Lihn Ta, executive editor of the Northern Iowa, strives for transparency at the university through investigative stories. She encourages students to reach out to the Northern Iowan about topics of interest. The paper wishes to keep students informed.
6	Right on cue: Musicians to present spring showcases	Junior of senior music majors are required to give recitals as well as group performances. Student recitals are scheduled based on academic standing. A list of upcoming performances is available at the School of Music's webpage.
6	UNI Voices	Students answered the question, "Now that you're two weeks in, what are you most looking forward to this semester?".
7	Panther Portraits: CAB event: Jamie Lono and Oxygen Bar	Photographs of the Campus Activities Board event that featured a performance by Jamie Lono and an Oxygen Bar; photo.
8	Road rage: Panthers blow another lead, fall to 1-9 on the road	UNI men's basketball lost two games on the road to bring their record to, 1-9, on the road. The Panthers are still undefeated in the McLeod Center. Next the Panthers will return home to take on the University of Evansville; photo.
8	UNI defeats Missouri 24-10	Panther wrestling defeated a top-10 ranked opponent with a, 24-10, victory over University of Missouri. With the victory UNI became one of only three top-10 ranked teams to remain undefeated. Next UNI will host a triangular meet on February 1; photo.
8	Keitel scores career-high in Panther win over Bradley	UNI women's basketball defeated Bradley University, 78-65. Several players had outstanding performances in the game, including Jen Keitel who scored a career-high 25 points. The Panthers have a 9-9 record overall and a 2-5 conference record; photo.
9	UNI enjoys luxury of having 4th-year athletes	The author comments on many college basketball players who play for a year before being drafted by the NBA. At UNI that is not the case, players typically stay all four years. This allows for the team to actually have chemistry while playing; photo.