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1 Trouble with ticket policy
Welsch--Shelby (Student--2015)
Northern Iowan 112:16, p.2
10/22/2015 Columnist Shelby Welsch comments on the new ticket policy that requires students to make reservations for seats in the students section at athletics events.
2 Homecoming pride is more than sports pomp
Carr-Murphy--Hannah (Student--2015)
Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4
10/15/2015 Columnist Hannah Carr-Murphy believes that UNI has a lot to be proud of, and that you do not need to like sports to show Panther pride; photo.
3 Panthers expect big things after a a record year
Herring--Ryan (Student--2015)
Northern Iowan 112:1, p.13
8/27/2015 UNI Athletics is looking forward to a big year in a number of areas; 2015-2016 season outlook; photo.
4 UNI students should help support all sports
Dengler--Sean Henry (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 111:10, p.6
10/2/2014 Some lesser-known sports teams at UNI are not supported very much by students. Sports Writer Dengler offers some suggestions to advertise these sports more; photo
5 Broaden your sports horizon
Bemis--Jacob Harry (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 110:55, p.6
5/1/2014 Says that readers should become more familiar with the different sports offered at UNI; photo.
6 Follow-up on Student Services Fee
Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 110:55, p.3
5/1/2014 Corrects a statement made about the Student Services Fee that was printed in the April 28 issue of the Northern Iowan.
7 UNI athletics: 2013-14 year in review
Ubben--Riley Paul (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:55, p.supp. 20
5/1/2014 Catches readers up on the 2013-14 seasons of UNI football, wrestling, volleyball, softball, and men's basketball.
8 More transparency needed for SSF. Administration should re-examine fee process
Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 110:54, p.4
4/28/2014 Author would like an to know why President Ruud approved an additional $25 to the Student Services Fee for athletics without the recommendation of the Student Service Fee Committee. The student body also recommended against the additional fee; photo
9 Committee unaware of fee hike
Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 110:52, p.1
4/24/2014 A $25 increase in the Student Services Fee for 2015 was passed without the knowledge of several Student Services Fee Committee members. The fee funds services such as NISG, the Northern Iowan, and athletics; photo.
10 Madsen reflects on student services fee decision
Prigeon--Correy Travis (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:50, p.1
4/14/2014 Thomas Madsen and Blake Findley approved the Board of Regents' request to remove $25 of funding for athletics from the General Education Fund. This money will be converted to the Student Services Fee fund. Some argue this may not be the right decision.
11 Northwestern leads sports unionization
Alvarado--Nicholas Evan (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:50, p.9
4/14/2014 The author expresses his opinion on college athletes being treated as employees of the university. He feels that if schools are making a huge profit off of their athletes, the athletes should receive more than just a free education.
12 Students First
Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.19
1/1/2014 Athletes maintain 3.12 GPA, which is higher than that of the general student population; women's basketball team does especially well; academic progress rate is also good; photo.
13 Leaving luxuries
Dengler--Sean Henry (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:9, p.9
9/27/2013 Says the transfer process in athletics is not fair and does not make sense. Athletes must sit out for a year if they transfer schools, but coaches do not have to.
14 Performance should affect college athlete pay
Gary--Nicholas Matthew (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:9, p.8
9/27/2013 Says college athletes should get paid more money by their universities because they bring in so much money for the university. Athletes receive scholarships, but they should receive more.
15 Panther sports teams sponsored t-shirt exchange
Keiser--Erin Rose (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:4, p.4
9/10/2013 Photos taken at the UNI t-shirt exchange. Students were able to exchange their University of Iowa of Iowa State University shirts for a one featuring UNI; photo.
16 Goals for UNI in the 2013-14 season
Dengler--Sean Henry (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:2, p.11
8/30/2013 The author has very specific goals for UNI athletics. The first is to increase student support for the UNI football team. The second goal is to gain recognition by performing well. And finally to refer to ourselves only as Panthers not "Cats"; photo.
17 13. UNI athletics: 2012-13 year in review
Jensen--Brice Tyler (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.Suppl: 17
5/3/2013 Reviews each sport during the 2012-2013 year. Tells what players to keep an eye on during the coming year; photo.
18 A look back on UNI's highs and lows of 2012-13
Clausen--Eric Lee (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.8
5/3/2013 UNI athletics has had many highs and lows this year. The volleyball team went 25-10 and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The football team disappointed many with a 5-6 record. Everyone is looking forward to next year; photo
19 Board set to review student service fees
Aune--Jordan Lee (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 109:52, p.1
4/26/2013 The Board of Regents had their annual vote regarding changes to student service fees. Former NISG president, Jordan Bancroft-Smithe plans on publishing the allocations of these funds in the near future so students can be aware of the process.
20 Kurt Warner could boost UNI's popularity
Dengler--Sean Henry (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 109:48, p.8
4/12/2013 Kurt Warner served as a graduate assistant at UNI before going into the NFL. Article says UNI should persuade Kurt Warner to help build a better image for the athletics program. He could star in advertisements, come to games, and offer autograph nights.
21 The best is yet to come. . .
Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 109:43, p.6
3/15/2013 Bradley D. Eilers reminisces over his experiences with UNI athletics in his final article as an editor of the Northern Iowan.
22 Students to Panthers; a brief history of UNI athletics
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.9
1/1/2013 New book covers 120 years of UNI athletics; twenty-eight people helped to write the sixteen chapter book; photo.
23 Getting to know the team behind the teams
Northern Iowa Today 94:4, p.22
12/1/2012 Rosie and Doug Lindaman explain why the support UNI athletics; photo.
24 Leading the way
Northern Iowa Today 94:4, p.20
12/1/2012 Jacqui Kalin and Ben Boothby are honored for their academic and athletic achievements; photo.
25 New book detailing history of UNI athletics helps support scholarships
Hausler--Jonathan Wesley (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:25, p.1
11/30/2012 Faculty, staff, coaches, and Panther fans created book of UNI athletics history. Profits from book sales go toward funding scholarships for athletics at UNI; photo.
26 New book about UNI Athletics helps support scholarships
Public Relations News Release 2012:137, p.1
11/9/2012 New book chronicles 120 years of intercollegiate athletics at UNI. Proceeds from book go toward Panther Scholarship Club to fund scholarships for UNI student-athletes.
27 Bernard makes an impact both on and off the field
Clausen--Eric Lee (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:20, p.11
11/2/2012 UNI punter Kyle Bernard comments on playing for the Panthers. He is involved in numerous activities and organizations; awards won for academic achievements. Semifinalist for the Allstate American Football Coaches Association Good Works team; photo.
28 Appreciating UNI athletics
Bemis--Jacob Harry (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.9
10/9/2012 Author thinks we sometimes forget UNI has a lot to be proud of when it comes to athletics. Encourages readers to go out and support our teams; make the most of Panther pride while you are in college; photo.
29 UNI professor gives CROW talk on women, femininity and gender representation in sports
Tjossem--Kirsten Ruth (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:12, p.6
10/5/2012 Communications professor Katherine Lavelle gave a talk entitled "Playing Like a Man: Representations of Gender and Athleticism in Sports".
30 Panther athletics: it's more than just a game
Clausen--Eric Lee (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:10, p.3
9/28/2012 Academics may bring students to campus, but athletics keep alumni returning. Athletics play a vital role in keeping the university flourishing; photo
31 Panthers: pay attention to pressing issues
Yowler--Jaime William (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:9, p.3
9/25/2012 Student body president reacts to proposal to shift athletic funding from general education fund to student services fee. Encourages students to express their views. Common question: What percentage of the general fund goes to athletics?
32 UNI exploring move to FBS football
Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 109:8, p.6
9/21/2012 Troy Dannen is trying to gauge the future of college football and where the UNI football team fits. Competitiveness, funding, and expenses must be taken into account. The is no imminent decision in the near future; photo.
33 UNI may need to return PFG athletic donation
Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 109:8, p.1
9/21/2012 Russell Wasendorf's gift of two million dollars to the athletic department is in question due to Wasendorf's guilty plea to mail fraud and embezzlement. Money already donated has been frozen, in case it needs to be returned.
34 Student input needed on source of athletic funding
Bancroft-Smithe--Jordan (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:7, p.4
9/18/2012 Removing athletics funds from the general fund has been the goal of many over the years. A proposed gradual increase in student fees until 2020 would support athletics. Tuition and fees proposal due to Board of Regents on October 1, 2012.
35 Rally in the valley hits $500,000+ overall
Northern Iowa Today 95:2, p.9
6/1/2012 Annual event raises $147,000 in 2012 for athletic scholarships; photo.
36 Traditions Challenge
Braumann--Kari Sue (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.supp 23
4/27/2012 There are forty-five steps to earning a Traditions Keeper medallion and twenty five steps to earn a lapel pin. Attending concerts, athletic events, lectures, and other events on campus qualify for the awards. Photos will help you remember; photo.
37 Dannen: athletics funding model outdated
Anderson--John David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 108:53, p.1
4/24/2012 Athletics director agrees that the transfer of funds from the general fund to athletics is too high. He is suggesting a switch to funding from student fees. This concept has been used for several years by other universities; photo.
38 Bunsis says UNI has 'misplaced priorities'
Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:49, p.1
4/10/2012 Chair of the American Association of United Professors suggests the use of unrestricted reserves to pay for the $6 million dollar budget short fall. A full review of the facts should then follow before to any academic cuts; photo.
39 My take on the future of Panther athletics
Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 108:46, p.8
3/30/2012 Author shares his thoughts on athletics in light of the upcoming budget cuts. The athletics department continues to lose money and will be forced to make cuts; photo.
40 Playing defense for UNI athletics
McGraw--Stefanie Hannah (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:45, p.6
3/27/2012 Author supports the continuation of support for athletics at UNI, even though she is not a fan. Studies are cited that show the influence athletics has on a university or college; photo.
41 AAUP investigation could lead to censure
Anderson--John David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.3
3/23/2012 The American Association of University Professors is planning to investigate the procedures used to determine program cuts. Responses by President Allen, to date, have not convinced the group of the University's good intentions to comply.
42 Misguided priorities
Krob--Nicholas Joseph (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.5
3/23/2012 Conflicts over proper ways to solve the budget problems. Pride shown in students standing up for their beliefs. Concerns expressed over the direction of the University. Athletics Yea or Nay; photo?
43 UNI Adapted Sports Camp to be held June 13-16
Public Relations News Release 2011:216, p.1
3/14/2012 UNI will host an Adapted Sports camp to help children with lower limb disabilities play competitive sports.
44 Athletics? Or academics?
Felchle--Chase Gregory (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 108:42, p.4
3/6/2012 Case made for maintaining support for the academic programs of the university.
45 UNI gets NCAA certification
Public Relations News Release 2011:197, p.1
3/1/2012 UNI receives certification for its 13 sports with NCAA Division I Committee.
46 Open letter to faculty
Walrath--Spencer Allen (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.4
2/28/2012 The university is experiencing difficult times. Student Body president urges students and faculty to be civil and respect each other. Name calling and false information will not help the situation.
47 Budget talks require communication, not blame
Anderson--John David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 108:39, p.4
2/24/2012 Communication among the administration, faculty, students, and the Cedar Valley is needed during this time of restructuring. People need to know what the plans are for the future. More input has been requested by several parties.
48 Faculty senate discusses potential academic cuts
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1
2/24/2012 Members express concerns about general funds being transferred to nonacademic departments. Several faculty members seed that the budget process seemed to be top down, with little input from the bottom up.
49 Cuts possible for upcoming school year
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 108:38, p.1
2/21/2012 President Ben Allen announced that declining support from the Iowa Legislature may cause cuts in funding to Price Laboratory School, UNI Museum, Panther athletics, and academic programs; photo.
50 In response to "UNI fans: set higher expectations
Schneider--Brent Travis (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 108:37, p.4
2/17/2012 Writer disagrees with the position taken in an article in an earlier Northern Iowan. Suggests that students be encouraged to attend as many athletic events as possible and cheer their lungs out.

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