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101 Maddie Poppe to perform drive-in concert
Northern Iowan 117:50, p.4
Maddie Poppe, American Idol winner and Iowa native, will be accompanied by Brad & Kate for a drive-in concert on April 30 at 7:00pm in the Industrial Technology Center (ITC) south parking lot. This event is hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB) in collaboration with the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). Tickets are exclusive to UNI students, but they can bring others with them in their cars; photo.
102 Report: Faculty numbers down at Regents universities
Northern Iowan 117:50, p.2
Data from the Iowa Board of Regents reveals that all three of Iowa's public universities are losing tenured and tenure-track faculty. UNI remains committed to professors with 72% of professors tenured or on track to receive tenure, however, the number of students are declining every year.
103 Students help de-stress through plate smashing
Northern Iowan 117:50, p.4
Marketing strategy classmates Alyssa Lawler, Dylan Hayen, and Miranda Stambaugh brought the recent TikTok plate-smashing trend to campus on April 13. They promoted it as a de-stressing activity, especially for frustrations about the COVID-19 pandemic; photos.
104 COVID-19 on campus: numbers drop
Northern Iowan 117:49, p.2
The rates of COVID-19 on UNI's campus has dropped this week with 10 positive cases and 13 self-reported cases; photo.
105 Panther Portrait: Orchesis Annual Gala
Northern Iowan 117:49, p.5
The Orchesis Dance Company choreographed and performed a variety of pieces in their annual Gala. Their event followed COVID-19 guidelines as all attendees were wearing face coverings and practicing social distancing; photos.
106 Special visit day introduces refugee students to UNI
Northern Iowan 117:49, p.4
UNI's Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) hosted a Refugee Visit Day in collaboration with Des Moines Refugee Support. The idea for the event originated with student Ethan Vance, who was also involved in UNI Refugee & Immigrant Support and Empowerment (UNI RISE); photo.
107 UNI to host vaccination clinics
Northern Iowan 117:49, p.1
UNI students and staff have been given the opportunity to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in an on-campus clinic, April 13-16; photo.
108 Cedar Falls renews mask mandate through mid-May; Nook supports extension
Northern Iowan 117:48, p.2
The Cedar Falls City Council has extended the mask mandate to May 19. President Mark Nook spoke to the Council via Zoom showing his support and stating that an extension to June would be beneficial for staff and students K-12. The mask mandate will be reviewed on May 17 for Cedar Falls while Waterloo's mandate remains in place indefinitely; photo.
109 Empleado de Admisiones apoya a los estudiantes multiculturales
Northern Iowan 117:48, p.1
Jesus Lizarraga-Estrada, the Associate Director of Freshman Recruitment and Access, reflects on his time at UNI and his current position which helps multicultural students find where they belong. Lizarraga-Estrada emphasizes the barriers of distance, transportation, and lack of resources for all students and has provided future students with Zoom campus visits. This article is printed in Spanish and English; photo.
110 COVID-19 on campus: positivity rates rises again
Northern Iowan 117:47, p.2
The COVID-19 positivity rate rose again on UNI's campus resulting in 17 positive cases and 8 self-reported cases. The University continues to urge students to complete the on-campus vaccinations survey because Governor Reynolds promises the State of Iowa will have enough vaccines for all Iowans 16 and older; photo.
111 Put your own needs first, take a break for you
Northern Iowan 117:47, p.3
In the author's opinion, students and faculty are experiencing burnout due to the stress of COVID-19 and a semester without Spring Break. Maier advocates for mental health awareness and self-care; photo.
112 Stay safe this homecoming
Northern Iowan 117:47, p.4
Student Wellness Services provides safety tips for students as Homecoming 2020.5 approaches.
113 UNI football vs. USD cancelled, one game left in season
Northern Iowan 117:47, p.6
The UNI football team was supposed to face the University of South Dakota on April 1, but the game was cancelled due to COVID-19 tracing in South Dakota's football program. It will not be made up, leaving UNI with only one game left in the season: Homecoming 2020.5 against North Dakota State on April 10.
114 N.I. en Espanol: SAA reconoce a la facultad y los empleados
Northern Iowan 117:46, p.2
The Student Admissions Ambassadors (SAA) held their Apple Polisher event virtually this year which recognized the impact of UNI's faculty and employees on students. This article is written in Spanish; photos.
115 Questioning the inclusiveness of education
Northern Iowan 117:46, p.4
On March 30, University of Norfolk professor Justin Haegele gave the annual Carlton-Mellichamp Lecture in Education in three presentations over Zoom. It focused on his research with visually impaired students in physical education (PE) classes and ideas of exclusion and inclusion; photos.
116 COVID-19 on campus: numbers spike again
Northern Iowan 117:45, p.2
The UNI COVID-19 data spiked last week with the semester's highest positivity rate and case counts so far. However, a survey has been sent out by the Student Health Center gauging interest in on-campus vaccinations to help with lowering the positivity rate on campus. Clinics on campus and in Black Hawk County are preparing planning for spring or early summer to open to students, employees and immediate family members, depending on supply and distribution; photo.
117 FSL kicks off annual 'Greek Week'
Northern Iowan 117:45, p.5
The members of the Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) community will kick off their annual Greek Week March 29-April 2. Each day will consist of different activities that represent the four community pillars of scholarship, friendship, leadership, and service; photo.
118 Letter to the Editor: Stand with your APPI Panthers
Northern Iowan 117:45, p.3
The Panther Initiative for Environmental Equity and Resilience (PIEER) writes a letter to the editor condemning hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) populations, advocating for education and racial justice, and calling on the UNI administration and community to show support and take protective measures for the safety and well-bein of Asian and Asian American students; photo.
119 McCollum mechanical issues cancel class
Northern Iowan 117:45, p.1
All classes in McCollum Hall have been cancelled or moved online March 24 through March 30 due to the failure of two bearings in the fan that circulate the air. As a result of the lack of circulation to the central part of the building, McCollum Hall could not meet Centers for Disease Control & Prevention(CDC) COVID-19 guidelines; photo.
120 UNI blazes through Leathernecks
Northern Iowan 117:45, p.1
The UNI football team beat the Western Illinois Leathernecks, 34-20, leaving the Panthers with a record of 3-3 overall and in the Missouri Valley Football Conference. Next, UNI will face the South Dakota Coyotes on April 2; photo.
121 Dan Levy to attend homecoming 2020.5
Northern Iowan 117:44, p.4
The week of April 5, UNI is hosting a mini homecoming week titled "Panther Park: UNI Homecoming 2020.5". This week will feature various events sponsored by UNI's Campus Activities Board (CAB) and multiple other organizations on campus and in the Cedar Valley community, including a virtual panel with Dan Levy; photos.
122 March 16 was not just a "bad day"
Northern Iowan 117:44, p.3
Maier writes in response to the hate crime in Atlanta, Georgia where eight people, six of them Asian women, were shot and killed. In the author's opinion, hate crimes against Asian Americans are on the rise and the Asian American community needs support; photos.
123 Vaccinated Panthers share their stories
Northern Iowan 117:44, p.1
Governor Kim Reynolds announced all Iowa adults will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on April 5; in response, UNI released a survey gauging interest in the vaccine in order to assist the Black Hawk County Health Department in preparations. On-campus vaccine clinics will be held in spring and early summer for students, employees, and immediate family members. Some students who have already been vaccinated due to medical conditions or place of employment share their stories, including Megan Studer, Sam Anderson, and Anne Gradoville; photos.
124 COVID-19 on campus: rate, cases fall
Northern Iowan 117:43, p.2
The Student Health Center reported the university's lowest COVID-19 positivity rate of the semester, and there were no self-reported cases from staff or students. However, the more infectious B.1.1.7 variant was detected in Black Hawk County for the first time; photos.
125 Price to pay with stimulus money
Northern Iowan 117:43, p.3
In the author's opinion, although providing some benefit to those who truly needed the money, the overall effect of the government stimulus payments will be increased inflation. Instead of stimulus money, the government should have allowed business to re-open; photo.
126 As students call for spring break, professors respond
Northern Iowan 117:42, p.2
The changing guidelines due to COVID-19 left students without a Spring Break this semester. While some students are struggling mentally and would prefer getting a break and extending the semester, others stress the importance of health and safety. Some professors are finding ways to give students a break anyway, whether through cancelling class or lessening the amount of homework assigned; photo.
127 N.I. en Español: Poder y pasión en el departamento de arte
Northern Iowan 117:42, p.1
Jessica Vazquez, an art education major, reflects on the importance of art in her life as well as the difficulties the UNI Art Department has had with online learning and traditional trips due to COVID-19; photo. This article is written in Spanish.
128 COVID-19 on campus: positivity and cases double; Regents lift travel ban
Northern Iowan 117:41, p.2
The Student Health Center reports its latest statistics, and the Board of Regents announced it was lifting its ban on university-sponsored international travel; photo.
129 No relief with the relief bill
Northern Iowan 117:41, p.3
In the author's opinion, the new COVID-19 relief bill doesn't provide true relief to Americans, favors blue states, and punishes red states which handled the pandemic correctly; photo.
130 Wear a mask without having a mandate
Northern Iowan 117:41, p.3
In the author's opinion, people should still be cautious about COVID-19 and wear a mask; photo.
131 'Chaos Walking' is just white noise
Northern Iowan 117:40, p.5
Friesen reviews "Chaos Walking," the first movie the author has seen since theatres re-opened, 2/5; photo.
132 Trump was a trip, but Biden is no vacation
Northern Iowan 117:40, p.3
In the author's opinion, the Biden administration has done surprisingly well on COVID-19 vaccination distribution, but should be doing more on student loan forgiveness and COVID-19 relief. Montgomery argues that to be in touch with the country, younger people should be represented in government; photo.
133 Back to normal is on the way
Northern Iowan 117:39, p.3
Maier discusses Biden's new Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, and plans to reopen schools in the upcoming year, as well as UNI's return to in-person learning in Fall 2021; photo.
134 COVID-19 on campus: low rates hold steady
Northern Iowan 117:39, p.2
The rates of COVID-19 on UNI's campus has remained low with only a slight increase in the campus positivity rate. Cedar Falls also renewed their mask mandate through April 7 and Waterloo's mandate remains in effect indefinitely; photo.
135 Fall classes return to in-person
Northern Iowan 117:39, p.1
President Mark Nook released a statement indicating that the fall semester will return to more in-person classes and operations with increased capacity in classrooms, dining centers, and common spaces. The university will be implementing a 50% capacity guideline which will continue to restrict larger in-person courses, possibly causing an increase in hybrid classes even after the pandemic. Registration for fall 2021 classes begin March 29; photos.
136 Instructional breaks at Iowa, not UNI
Northern Iowan 117:39, p.2
Due to the pandemic, UNI's spring semester calendar was condensed and eliminated Spring break. Some students are feeling strained and wish for "instructional break" days that the University of Iowa offers. Patrick Pease, UNI's Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, explains the calendar and lack of breaks; photo.
137 MBB season cut short in St. Louis
Northern Iowan 117:39, p.6
The UNI men's basketball team competed in the Missouri Valley Conference tournament where they beat Illinois State, 65-60, advancing to the quarterfinals. The Panthers were supposed to play Drake, however due to COVID-19 complications the team withdrew from the tournament, ending the season with a 10-15 record; photo.
138 Spring commencement moves in-person
Northern Iowan 117:38, p.1
UNI announced that it would be holding a limited in-person spring commencement ceremony. UNI plans to host three separate ceremonies to allow for social distancing that follows COVID-19 safety restrictions. The ceremony will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person; photo.
139 COVID-19 on campus: slight increase
Northern Iowan 117:37, p.2
There was a very slight increase in positive COVID-19 cases and vaccinations have begun to be distributed on campus; photo.
140 CRRSAA funds to be distributed soon
Northern Iowan 117:37, p.1
More than 3,300 UNI students (approximately one-third of spring enrollment) will receive COVID-19 relief funding as part of the latest federal aid package available through the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA) and distributed through the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERF II). $1,000-1,200 grants will be directly distributed to students with exceptional need based upon their Expected Family Contribution (EFC) in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); photo.
141 The US needs the third stimulus bill, save your citizens
Northern Iowan 117:37, p.3
The author argues that there should be a third stimulus bill and expresses frustration with the United States federal government's uncaring attitude toward its citizens.
142 2021 teacher fair to take place virtually
Northern Iowan 117:36, p.4
UNI will be hosting its teacher fair virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic; photo.
143 N.I. en Español: Theatre UNI producirá “Dream with me”
Northern Iowan 117:36, p.2

Nixson Benitez writes an article in Spanish about the UNI Theater Department and the film they're creating that looks at issues exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic; photo.

144 Student drafts plan for in-person commencement
Northern Iowan 117:36, p.2
Senior digital communications major Mili Saliu created a petition and plan to hold an in-person commencement ceremony for Spring 2021. Saliu will meet with the Provost to discuss her plan, and had already provided a copy of the plan and petition signatures to President Nook and Provost Wohlpart.
145 COVID-19 on campus: Rates constant
Northern Iowan 117:35, p.2
The percent of positive COVID-19 tests stayed about the same from last week to this week. Last week also saw the first public COVID-19 vaccination clinic; photo.
146 Dance Marathon sees changes amid COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:35, p.4
The UNI Dance Marathon does not have a public date yet, but students can still register to participate or donate to help the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital; photo.
147 Gov. Reynolds needs to bring back the mask mandate
Northern Iowan 117:35, p.3
In the author's opinion, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds lifted COVID-19 precautions prematurely and people should continue wearing masks and social distancing.
148 In-person commencement bill introduced
Northern Iowan 117:35, p.1
In response to backlash against UNI's decision to hold spring commencement virtually, the Commencement Committee held an emergency meeting February 16 to discuss concerns and possibilities for the ceremony. Additionally, UNI alumnus and newly-elected Iowa representative Carter Nordman introduced a bill to the Iowa State Legislature that would require Iowa's three Regent universities to hold in-person spring commencement ceremonies. UNI senior Mili Saliu began a petition asking the university to reconsider their decision to hold commencement virtually, and it has gathered over 2,000 signatures; photo.
149 The show goes on for UNISTA's cabaret
Northern Iowan 117:35, p.5
The UNI Student Theatre Association (UNISTA) held their Best of Broadway Cabaret virtually this year. The event featured various UNI students singing hits from Broadway musicals; photos.
150 NISG presidential candidates tackle diversity and COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:34, p.3
Both Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) presidential ticket candidates, Samantha Bennet with Alisanne Struck and Muhammed Shamir Butt with Bilal Hussain, debated via Zoom about issues concerning student advocacy, diversity, and involvement; photos.
151 Patti Pace Festival to address racial equality
Northern Iowan 117:34, p.4
UNI will be hosting the Patti Pace Performance Festival this year. Due to COVID-19 the event will be held remotely; photo.
152 Tallcorn Jazz Fest goes virtual
Northern Iowan 117:34, p.4
The Tallcorn Jazz Festival will be held remotely this year due to COVID-19; photo.
153 COVID-19 on campus: slight increase
Northern Iowan 117:33, p.2
An update on COVID on campus; photo.
154 Virtual commencement yields petition
Northern Iowan 117:33, p.1
Due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of the Registrar announced Spring 2021 commencement will be held virtually. Student Mili Saliu began a petition for the university to reconsider, and as of writing it had over 1,600 signatures; photo.
155 CAB reinvents schedule amid COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:32, p.4
The CAB fall schedule was adjusted for COVID-19 in various ways; photo.
156 N.I. en Español: Mes de la Historia Afroamericano
Northern Iowan 117:32, p.2
An N.I. en Español article about Black History Month and Black Student Union (BSU) activities on campus; photo.
157 Spring 2021 Career Fair Guide
Northern Iowan 117:32, p.
The Spring 2021 Career Fair Guide includes a list of employers, career fair tips, and an article by Elizabeth Kelsey titled "How navigate a Virtual Career Fair in 2021."
158 The effects of Reynolds' proclamation on bars
Northern Iowan 117:32, p.8
Reicks discusses the effect Gov. Reynolds' COVID-19 policies have on bars and how local bars, including Kyle Dehmlow's Social House and Little Bigs, plan to handle it; photo.
159 "You Matter at UNI" weeks kicks off
Northern Iowan 117:31, p.1
"You Matter at UNI," a week-long event that promotes mental well-being, starts this week amid new COVID-19 restrictions. The Counseling Center will host several events, and an art and creative writing exbhibit called "In My Shoes" will be on display in Maucker Union; photo.
160 COVID-19 on campus: little change in rates, Reynolds lifts restrictions
Northern Iowan 117:31, p.2
Despite changes in COVID-19 case numbers, Governor Kim Reynolds lifted restrictions regarding masks and public gatherings; photo.
161 Gov. Kim Reynolds is not for Iowa
Northern Iowan 117:31, p.3
The author argues that Gov. Kim Reynolds is making decisions regarding COVID restrictions that benefit the economy and harms Iowans.
162 Virtual French Film Festival comes to UNI
Northern Iowan 117:31, p.4
UNI's Department of Languages and Literature will host a virtual French Film Festival through February and March; photo.
163 Campbell, Lawther to see changes in fall
Northern Iowan 117:30, p.1
With residence re-contracting approaching, the Department of Residence announced that in Fall 2021 Campbell Hall will only be used for isolation and quarantine, and Lawther Hall will be shifting into double suites and single rooms; photos.
164 COVID-19 updates: U.K. variant in Iowa, winter masking tips
Northern Iowan 117:30, p.2
Updates about COVID-19 on campus, including the B.1.1.7 (UK) variant in Iowa and tips on wearing a mask in the winter.
165 UNI will receive additional COVID-19 relief funding
Northern Iowan 117:30, p.2
UNI to receive $3 million more in COVID-19 relief funding through the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA), although it is yet undetermined how it will be disbursed to students.
166 Appreciate the essential worker, no matter the business
Northern Iowan 117:29, p.3
Horning discusses essential workers in the midst of COVID-19; photo.
167 Community marches virtually for equality
Northern Iowan 117:29, p.5
The 2nd annual Cedar Valley Women's March is hosted virtually; photo.
168 COVID-19 on campus: low positivity, case counts to start spring semester
Northern Iowan 117:29, p.2
Low positivity rates and case counts of COVID-19 have been reported on campus; photo.
169 Life after college: the job hunt journey
Northern Iowan 117:29, p.4
Olthoff discusses job hunting after graduation, including advice from Iowa State 2019 graduate Mason McGrauth, UNI Associate Director of Career Services Matthew Nuese, and December graduate Sarah Solt; photo.
170 Celebrate the best of Broadway with UNISTA
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.4
UNI Student Theatre Association (UNISTA) will hold the Best of Broadway Cabaret virtually.
171 Food Court, Schindigs close for semester
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.1
The Maucker Union food court and Schindigs in Schindler Education Center close for the semester due to the pandemic and reduced sales. Additionally, TC's Takeout from the 23rd Street Market will no longer be offered. The food court will hopefully reopen in Fall 2021. Dining locations remaining open include Chat, Essentials, 23rd Street Market, Biscotti's, and Book Bistro; photo.
172 Study abroad fair goes virtual
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.4
The Study Abroad Fair is held virtually; photos.
173 The class pandemic
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.3
Slomka discusses class in the midst of the pandemic; photo.
174 As cases climb, some classes finish fall semester virtually
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.2
Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases nationally and statewide, many UNI professors have moved their classes completely online; photo.
175 IHSSA restricts spectators; reduces attendance
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.6
Due to Governor Reynolds' proclamation about COVID, spectators at the Iowa High School Sport Associations playoffs will be reduced to two people per athlete; photo.
176 Panthers spring back into action
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.6
Many sports return in the spring semester, including football and basketball, after not being able to play their regular seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic; photo.
177 Percussion concert goes virtual
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.5
The Percussion Ensemble performs over Youtube; photos.
178 Related: UNI reaffirms plan for spring 2021 courses
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.2
Provost Jim Wohlpart reiterated the proposed spring schedule: classes begin January 25 and end May 7 with no spring break. Classes will be maintained in-person as possible.
179 Reynolds implements mask mandate
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.1
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announces new COVID-19 restrictions due to rising cases in Iowa, including a mask mandate, which she had been reluctant to implement since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020. Several students react to the mandate; photos.
180 Reynolds' mask mandate is completely useless
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.3
In the author's opinion, Governor Kim Reynolds's mask mandate is ineffective because of the various exceptions in the mandate and points at the rapidly growing number of cases in the state of Iowa.
181 Students plan for a long winter break
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.1
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, fall semester classes will end on November 24 and spring classes begin on January 25, resulting in a longer winter break for students. Students share their plans for the break; photo.
182 Take your time during this upcoming fall break
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.3
Horning urges students to evaluate the previous semester and the challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic in preparation for the spring semester.
183 Covid-19 on campus: slight decline
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.1
The UNI Student Health Center reports a decrease in both COVID-19 case counts and positivity rates; photo.
184 UNI-Dome sees unique circumstances for high school football
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.6
The Iowa High School Athletic Association's Iowa state football championship was held in the UNI-Dome. Spectators were limited to family members and the Dome was cleaned after each game due to Covid-19 restrictions; photo.
185 When in doubt, road trip it out
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.3
The author encourages college students to road trip during the pandemic to help curb the spread while still being able to travel; photo.
186 Bringing pandemics to life across all generations
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.4
Departments across the Rod Library curated a display about the 1918 influenza pandemic and the current COVID-19 pandemic; photo.
187 Don't stop fighting, keep pushing
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.3
The author argues the importance of continuing to fight for issues even after Joe Biden's historic presidential win; photo.
188 Test Iowa site comes to UNI campus
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.1
UNI brings a Test Iowa site to UNI to make getting tested for COVID-19 easier and more accessible; photo.
189 The films to come during winter break
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.5
Friesen lists several films that will be released during the extended winter break; photos.
190 TheatreUNI presents virtual 10-minute plays
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.4

TheatreUNI presents various student-directed 10-minute plays via viedo; photo.

191 UNI to host IHSAA games as planned
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.2
Despite COVID restrictions enacted by Governor Kim Reyolds, the UNI-Dome will host the Iowa High School Athlete Association football semifinals; photo.
192 COVID-19 on campus: numbers increase
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.1
COVID cases on campus continue to rise; photos.
193 Maddie Poppe performing at UNI
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.4
Iowa singer Maddie Poppe will perform two Christmas shows at the Gallapher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC); photo.
194 Movie theaters are dying at an alarming rate
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.3
Horning discusses the decline in movie theater attendance and revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rise of streaming services.
195 Panther football adjusting to changes
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.6
UNI football adjusts to COVID-19 protocols; photos.
196 Rock, paper, scissors tournament to take place on Zoom
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.5
Math professor Douglas Shaw to host a rock-paper-scissors tournament over Zoom; photo.
197 UNI campus to host Test Iowa site
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.2
The Student Health Center (SHC) hosts a Test Iowa site, primarily for the UNI community; photo.
198 We should do our best to support the Panthers this spring
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.6
Horning encourages students to support the various UNI sports teams in the spring season, especially since many fall sports were moved to spring due to the pandemic; photo.
199 A Country Divided: UNI reacts to Election Day
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.1

UNI students and professors discuss the 2020 presidential election as well as the state-wide elections for the United States Congress. Both students and professors express their opinions on the uncalled race and the role of mail-in ballots; photo.

200 Spring classes to follow fall pattern, increase distancing
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.2
UNI plans to implement increased social distancing between students in the Spring 2021 semester. About 74% of classes will be held in person, 18% will be online, and the remaining 8% percent will be hybrid; photos.