Opinion

Displaying 651 - 700 of 706 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
651	'Meninism': latest scourge of ignorance Northern Iowan 112:16, p.3	10/22/2015	In the author's opinion, the "meninist" movement on social media is a men's rights countermovement to feminism based on false premises; photos.
652	Time for America to un-stupid itself Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3	10/19/2015	In the author's opinion, the Republican presidential candidates are unqualified, and Jackson encourages readers to use their education to improve the world.
653	Student generosity stands out at tailgate Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3	10/19/2015	Based on the author's experience asking for donations at the homecoming tailgate, Gravert believes students and young people are more willing to be generous than adults; photos.
654	Panthers look to continue Homecoming success Northern Iowan 112:14, p.8	10/15/2015	The UNI football team hopes for a win against Western Illinois during the 2015 UNI homecoming game; photo.
655	It's happening: Cubs make a rare case for baseball greatness Northern Iowan 112:14, p.9	10/15/2015	O'Brien celebrates the recent wins of the Chicago Cubs; photo.
656	Censorship abound in UNIFI/RTL chalk war Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4	10/15/2015	In the author's opinion, student chalk messages should not be censored and should be removed only if they violate school policy of chalking without representation. Moeller discusses the recent messages by Right to Life and UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers; photo.
657	Homecoming pride is more than sports pomp Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4	10/15/2015	Carr-Murphy discusses UNI's history and advocates for taking pride in the university every week, not just during Homecoming celebrations; photos.
658	Columnist misses the mark on tuition 'truth' Northern Iowan 112:13, p.3	10/12/2015	The author criticizes Gabe Gravert's October 5 Northern Iowan column, "The truth about your college tuition." Cobb supports expanded access to higher education and Bernie Sanders's free college tuition plan; photos.
659	An eligibility issue: should amateur players stay or go? Northern Iowan 112:12, p.6	10/08/2015	In the author's opinion, football players should be eligible to go professional after two years of college football instead of three.
660	With so many deserving, who gets to be MVP? Northern Iowan 112:12, p.6	10/08/2015	Deitrick predicts who will be named Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the Major League Baseball (MLB) post-season; photo.
661	Suspense film is frighteningly realistic Northern Iowan 112:12, p.5	10/08/2015	Rouse reviews "Sicario," 5/5; photo.
662	"Badlands" achieves lyrical masterpiece Northern Iowan 112:12, p.4	10/08/2015	Rekemeyer reviews Halsey's "Badlands" album; 4/5.
663	Corporations, not people: the Citizen's United disaster Northern Iowan 112:12, p.3	10/08/2015	In the author's opinion, the United States Supreme Court's 2010 Citizens United ruling increased corruption, particularly corporate corruption, in politics; photo.
664	Cast off those cartoony cultural costumes Northern Iowan 112:12, p.3	10/08/2015	In the author's opinion, people should avoid culturally inappropriate Halloween costumes; photos.
665	Time to say goodbye to the gridiron Northern Iowan 112:11, p.3	10/05/2015	In Jackson's opinion, college football should no longer be supported due to its high costs, lack of fair compensation to players, and risk of long-term injury; photos.
666	Climate change must change Northern Iowan 112:11, p.3	10/05/2015	In the author's opinion, climate change is an important issue and people should vote for those who support a cleaner energy plan.
667	The truth about your college tuition Northern Iowan 112:11, p.3	10/05/2015	Gravert discusses student loans and the rising cost of college, an issue receiving increased attention by presidential candidates. In the author's opinion, a solution would be to decrease loan amounts. Gravert also draws attention to the student debt incurred from for-profit colleges; photos.
668	In the NFL almost nothing is predictable with more surprises after week 3 Northern Iowan 112:10, p.6	10/01/2015	Deitrick discusses the current NFL season.
669	Video games: a new stage for competition, but is it a real sport? Northern Iowan 112:10, p.6	10/01/2015	Herring discusses eSports video game competition being aired on television networks; photo.
670	"Maze Runner" sequel falls flat Northern Iowan 112:10, p.4	10/01/2015	Rouse reviews "Scorch Trials," 2/5.
671	All staff opinion column: what does the recent tuition hike mean for UNI? Northern Iowan 112:10, p.3	10/01/2015	The Northern Iowan staff members Hannah Carr-Murphy, Jesse Moeller, Abbi Cobb, and Michael Jackson give their opinions on the recently-approved mid-year tuition increase; photos.
672	Chess film plays a weak game Northern Iowan 112:9, p.4	09/28/2015	Rouse reviews "Pawn Sacrifice," 2/5; photo.
673	Why is Donald Trump 'inconvenienced' by political correctness? Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3	09/28/2015	In the author's opinion, political correctness is speaking in a way that is respectful to people. Cobb criticizes presidential candidate Donald Trump's disregard for this; photos.
674	Screaming street preacher: confirmed Christian Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3	09/28/2015	In the author's opinion, despite students who disagree with the content and style of the street preachers who come to UNI, they are Christians; photos.
675	Outrageous Turkish films become guilty pleasure Northern Iowan 112:8, p.4	09/24/2015	Robertson shares his appreciation for the 1980's Turkish film scene.
676	Columnist responds to death of student Northern Iowan 112:8, p.3	09/24/2015	Gravert shares his reaction to the death of student Caitlyn Burns, who reportedly committed suicide, and encourages students to seek support and consider their impact on the world; photo.
677	Week 2 spells more costly injuries, does the NFL have a problem? Northern Iowan 112:8, p.6	09/24/2015	Deitrick questions the recent frequency of injuries in the NFL; photo.
678	David Johnson: touchdown machine, record breaker, HOF rusher Northern Iowan 112:8, p.6	09/24/2015	Herring highlights UNI's former football star David Johnson and his career with the Arizona Cardinals; photo.
679	Cryrus experiment gone wrong Northern Iowan 112:8, p.4	09/24/2015	Rekemeyer reviews Miley Cyrus's new album "Miley Cyrus and Her Dead Petz," 1.5/5; photo.
680	More freedom; less paperwork: advising holds hold us back Northern Iowan 112:8, p.3	09/24/2015	In the author's opinion, blanket advising holds on student registration that require students to first meet with their advisors are detrimental and unnecessary; photos.
681	Depp's return Northern Iowan 112:7, p.5	09/21/2015	Rouse reviews "Black Mass," 5/5; photo.
682	Personal tech devices belong in classroom Northern Iowan 112:7, p.3	09/21/2015	In the author's opinion, professors should not restrict students from using personal electronic devices in the classroom; photo.
683	Columnist responds to Right to Life Northern Iowan 112:6, p.1	09/17/2015	The author responds to criticism of her previous opinion column, clarifying that Right to Life is a secular organization. Carr-Murphy further expresses her opinion in favor of Planned Parenthood and writes that Right to Life's partner organization, Alternatives, only poses as a women's healthcare organization; photo.
684	Money Mayweather calls it quits at 49-0, or does he? Northern Iowan 112:6, p.6	09/17/2015	Herring shares opinions on boxer Floyd Mayweather's planned retirement; photo.
685	October is coming, which team will make a late playoff push? Northern Iowan 112:6, p.6	09/17/2015	Deitrick shares opinions on the Major League Baseball (MLB) playoffs; photo.
686	'Not film' comes to Netflix Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4	09/17/2015	Robertson discusses the movie "This is Not a Film" and gives it a favorable review.
687	Little sheep scores big ratings Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4	09/17/2015	Rouse reviews the movie "Shaun the Sheep," 5/5.
688	Distinguishing Bernie Sanders from Hillary Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3	09/17/2015	In a letter to the editor, Peterson compares presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, supporting Sanders.
689	Filling your free time: explore student orgs Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3	09/17/2015	In the author's opinion, students should take advantage of opportunities at UNI that could include joining a student organization, attending a performance, or going to a lecture.
690	NextGen Climate Iowa taps into sustainability trend Northern Iowan 112:5, p.3	09/14/2015	Feeney writes a letter to the editor about growing support for sustainability and NextGen Climate Iowa's clean energy plan.
691	Fresh food and friendly faces Northern Iowan 112:5, p.5	09/14/2015	Olsasky discusses and encourages students to go to the College Hill Farmer's Market.
692	A classic still relevant 40 years later Northern Iowan 112:5, p.5	09/14/2015	Rekemeyer reviews Fleetwood Mac's 1977 album "Rumors," 5/5.
693	Dropping course 'tool to be used carefully,' not shameful Northern Iowan 112:5, p.3	09/14/2015	Schintler writes a letter to the editor in response to Jesse Moeller's opinion article "Drop the attitude, not the course" published in the Northern Iowan on September 3. Schintler counters Moeller's advice to persevere in challenging classes, writing that dropping a class should be a carefully considered and decision and not a shameful act.
694	War on Christianity Northern Iowan 112:4, p.1	09/10/2015	In the author's opinion, the war on Christianity in America is rhetoric manufactured by the Republican party and conservative Christian politicians, and distracts from real issues of injustice; photo.
695	Film based on memoir fails to deliver Northern Iowan 112:4, p.4	09/10/2015	Rouse reviews "A Walk in the Woods," 2/5; photo.
696	UNI for Bernie Sanders Northern Iowan 112:4, p.3	09/10/2015	In a letter to the editor, Snell discusses 2016 presidential candidate Bernie Sanders and his political positions.
697	Confessions of a soda addict Northern Iowan 112:4, p.3	09/10/2015	Gravert discusses struggling with a "pop addiction," possible health effects, and some strategies to quit; photos.
698	Bat crazy: an unexpected roommate Northern Iowan 112:3, p.3	09/03/2015	Cobb gives her opinion on the potential hazards of having bats in your living space after encountering one in her house; photos.
699	"The Gift" that unwraps itself Northern Iowan 112:3, p.4	09/03/2015	Rouse reviews "The Gift," 4.5/5.
700	Drop the attitude, not the course Northern Iowan 112:3, p.3	09/03/2015	In Moeller's opinion, persisting in a difficult course instead of dropping it can bring students both academic and professional benefits; photo.