Opinion

In Slaughter's opinion, the lack of the diversity in Oscars nominations is tied to Hollywood's attempts to sell films internationally, in markets that may not approve of the racial representation the USA finds normal; photos.

Carr-Murphy gives an opinion on the results of the Iowa caucuses and Jeb Bush's candidacy; photos.

In Massey's opinion, the student-funded Northern Iowan has published inaccurate and poorly-reported pieces, especially on the topics of Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) president Katie Evans and tuition increases.

Kamyar Enshayan, director at the Center for Energy and Environmental Education, writes a letter to the editor encouraging UNI students, staff, and faculty to work to reduce poverty and food insecurity in Black Hawk County.

Rekemeyer reviews the album "Blackstar," 4.5/5; photos.

Rouse reviews "Kung Fu Panda 3," 3.5/5; photo.

Deitrick discusses the men's basketball team season and gives opinions on what they need to do to make the NCAA tournament; photo.

Rouse reviews "The Revenant," 4.5/5; photo.

Griffin Williams shares why he participates in Relay for Life; photo.

Mattox reviews the Half-Masted improv group show at the Lamppost on January 29, giving it a mixed but overall favorable review.

Gravert discusses the role of government in light of the upcoming caucuses; photo.

Ruggiero believes climate change is the most important issue going into the caucuses, and discusses examples of clean energy in Iowa.

Northern Iowan columnists discuss who they will support at the caucuses: Carr-Murphy for Bernie Sanders, Slaughter for Donald Trump, and Cobb for Bernie Sanders; photos.

Mattox encourages readers to support Bernie Sanders for president.

Herring discusses basketball player Matt Bohannon's career at UNI and three-point shooting record, currently standing at 236; photo.

Deitrick discusses the upcoming Super Bowl 50 game, the Denver Broncos versus the Carolina Panthers; photo.

In the author's opinion, the effect that social media has had on political dialogue is dangerous. Moeller discusses conversations after LaVoy Finicum was shot and killed and Ammon Bundy was arrested; photo.

In the author's opinion, social messages surrounding masculinity create harm. Cobb discusses the recent incident in Pittsburg where Charles McKinney shot Janese Talton-Jackson; photo.

Rouse reviews "The Hateful Eight," 5/5; photo.

Michaela Fay shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.

In the author's opinion, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association's reinforced Sportsmanship Reference Guide for high schools negatively impacts student sections and cheering at games, and may next reach the NCAA.

Deitrick discusses and gives opinions on the Cedar Valley CourtKings basketball team and a 'fantasy lineup' of the best former Iowa, Iowa State, and UNI players.

In response to the January 14 Northern Iowan column "Five irrelevant issues in Donald Trump's speech," Slaughter discusses the presidential candidate's focus on the causes of income inequality; photos.

Herring discusses the flag football team, Team UNIted. Their season included winning the regional tournament in November and participating in the National Intramural-Recreation Sports Association flag football championship in January. There, they defeated Pensacola, 28-27; lost to Southern University; and lost to the University of Southern Florida, 28-6. They were UNI's first team to win regionals and advance to nationals. 

Deitrick discusses the women's basketball team, their season, prospects, and leading players. In the author's opinion, the worst defeat so far was losing to North Dakota on December 5, and their best victory was defeating South Dakota on November 17; photo. 

Friel discusses the university's decision to hire a chief diversity officer and expresses support for action addressing minority student concerns and advocating for diversity; photo.

Carr-Murphy writes a satirical piece imagining a State of the Union address given by Donald Trump; photos.

Rouse reviews "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," 4/5; photo.

In the author's opinion, Donald Trump and protestors failed to stick to relevant issues during the presidential candidate's rally at the West Gym. Cobb criticizes five themes from Trump's speech; photos.

Brittney England shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.

Deitrick discusses NCAA men's basketball and the Panthers defeating No. 1 ranked University of North Carolina as well as the upcoming Big Four Classic, where they play Iowa State University.

Coppock discusses popular shows and movies on Netflix in preparation for winter break; photo.

Gravert discusses the recent viral blog post "This is not a day care. This is a University" by president Everett Piper of Oklahoma Wesleyan University. In the author's opinion, Piper was correct, and current culture on college campuses can oppress learning and freedom of speech; photos.

Covarrubias and Goltz respond to the column "Diversity Forum Excluded Whites" published in the Northern Iowan on December 3, refuting its arguments about the forum, diversity, and discrimination; photos.

Carr-Murphy discusses why she is thankful for being white; photos.

In Jackson's opinion, Christmas and Black Friday are over-commercialized and people should reduce their shopping and spend time with their families; photos.

In response to the November 5 article "Hit by a car? No free tuition" and Andrew Heppeard's November 19 column, Atkins argues for increased protection and access for pedestrians on campus.

Rouse reviews "The Night Before," 3.5/5; photo.

Rouse reviews "Krampus," 2.5/5.

Herring discusses the high-dollar contracts of professional athletes, which continue to rise; photo.

Rouse reviews "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part II," 4/5; photo.

Rekemeer reviews Adele's album "25"; 4/5; photo.

In the author's opinion, Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) should have prioritized accountability and investigated allegations made against president Katie Evans.

In the author's opinion, a recent open forum about diversity and discrimination on campus excluded the opinions and testimonies of white students; photo.

Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) senator Aaron Friel discusses the 'relative privation' logical fallacies used during discussion of allegations against president Katie Evans and urges students to pay attention to their senators' actions; photo.

Herring discusses Ronda Rousey's defeat by Holly Holm in a UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) mixed martial arts match.

In response to the November 5 Northern Iowan article "Hit by a car? No free tuition," Heppeard discusses pedestrian traffic and stressors on college students that may lead them to risk their health and safety, including rising costs of tuition, anxiety, and depression. 

In the author's opinion, people should be mindful of when tragic events are used to further political agendas. Moeller specifically discusses issues connected to the recent terrorist attacks in Paris; photos.

Thompson discusses Thanksgiving and mindful food consumption; photo.

Mattox gives Interpreter Theatre's production of "The Inferno," written by Paul Siddens and directed by Katie Grassi, a mixed review.