Opinion
Displaying 701 - 762 of 762
| # | Title | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 701 | Gothic genre revival Northern Iowan 112:17, p.4 |
Rouse reviews "Crimson Peak," 3/5. | |
| 702 | Ridley film is out of this world Northern Iowan 112:17, p.4 |
Rouse reviews "The Martian," 5/5; photo. | |
| 703 | The flawed "I'm fine" system: be truthful with yourself Northern Iowan 112:17, p.3 |
Carr-Murphy encourages genuine interaction among students, especially in regards to mental health, to make the world a better place; photos. | |
| 704 | 'Meninism': latest scourge of ignorance Northern Iowan 112:16, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the "meninist" movement on social media is a men's rights countermovement to feminism based on false premises; photos. | |
| 705 | Denver is 6-0, with no thanks to Manning? Northern Iowan 112:16, p.6 |
Deitrick discusses the current National Football League (NFL) season; photo. | |
| 706 | Pink is for prevention: 90 percent of cancers could be preventable Northern Iowan 112:16, p.3 |
In a guest column, Kamyar Enshayan argues that cancer prevention should focus on reducing carcinogens and creating healthy environments; photo. | |
| 707 | Scandal: L-ville, Pitino under investigation Northern Iowan 112:16, p.6 |
Herring discusses the "strip club scandal" at the University of Louisville. | |
| 708 | Student generosity stands out at tailgate Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3 |
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. | |
| 709 | Time for America to un-stupid itself Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the Republican presidential candidates are unqualified, and Jackson encourages readers to use their education to improve the world. | |
| 710 | Censorship abound in UNIFI/RTL chalk war Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4 |
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. | |
| 711 | Homecoming pride is more than sports pomp Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4 |
Carr-Murphy discusses UNI's history and advocates for taking pride in the university every week, not just during Homecoming celebrations; photos. | |
| 712 | It's happening: Cubs make a rare case for baseball greatness Northern Iowan 112:14, p.9 |
O'Brien celebrates the recent wins of the Chicago Cubs; photo. | |
| 713 | Panthers look to continue Homecoming success Northern Iowan 112:14, p.8 |
The UNI football team hopes for a win against Western Illinois during the 2015 UNI homecoming game; photo. | |
| 714 | Columnist misses the mark on tuition 'truth' Northern Iowan 112:13, p.3 |
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. | |
| 715 | "Badlands" achieves lyrical masterpiece Northern Iowan 112:12, p.4 |
Rekemeyer reviews Halsey's "Badlands" album; 4/5. | |
| 716 | An eligibility issue: should amateur players stay or go? Northern Iowan 112:12, p.6 |
In the author's opinion, football players should be eligible to go professional after two years of college football instead of three. | |
| 717 | Cast off those cartoony cultural costumes Northern Iowan 112:12, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, people should avoid culturally inappropriate Halloween costumes; photos. | |
| 718 | Corporations, not people: the Citizen's United disaster Northern Iowan 112:12, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the United States Supreme Court's 2010 Citizens United ruling increased corruption, particularly corporate corruption, in politics; photo. | |
| 719 | Suspense film is frighteningly realistic Northern Iowan 112:12, p.5 |
Rouse reviews "Sicario," 5/5; photo. | |
| 720 | With so many deserving, who gets to be MVP? Northern Iowan 112:12, p.6 |
Deitrick predicts who will be named Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the Major League Baseball (MLB) post-season; photo. | |
| 721 | Climate change must change Northern Iowan 112:11, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, climate change is an important issue and people should vote for those who support a cleaner energy plan. | |
| 722 | The truth about your college tuition Northern Iowan 112:11, p.3 |
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. | |
| 723 | Time to say goodbye to the gridiron Northern Iowan 112:11, p.3 |
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. | |
| 724 | "Maze Runner" sequel falls flat Northern Iowan 112:10, p.4 |
Rouse reviews "Scorch Trials," 2/5. | |
| 725 | All staff opinion column: what does the recent tuition hike mean for UNI? Northern Iowan 112:10, p.3 |
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. | |
| 726 | In the NFL almost nothing is predictable with more surprises after week 3 Northern Iowan 112:10, p.6 |
Deitrick discusses the current NFL season. | |
| 727 | Video games: a new stage for competition, but is it a real sport? Northern Iowan 112:10, p.6 |
Herring discusses eSports video game competition being aired on television networks; photo. | |
| 728 | Chess film plays a weak game Northern Iowan 112:9, p.4 |
Rouse reviews "Pawn Sacrifice," 2/5; photo. | |
| 729 | Screaming street preacher: confirmed Christian Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3 |
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. | |
| 730 | Why is Donald Trump 'inconvenienced' by political correctness? Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3 |
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. | |
| 731 | Columnist responds to death of student Northern Iowan 112:8, p.3 |
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. | |
| 732 | Cryrus experiment gone wrong Northern Iowan 112:8, p.4 |
Rekemeyer reviews Miley Cyrus's new album "Miley Cyrus and Her Dead Petz," 1.5/5; photo. | |
| 733 | David Johnson: touchdown machine, record breaker, HOF rusher Northern Iowan 112:8, p.6 |
Herring highlights UNI's former football star David Johnson and his career with the Arizona Cardinals; photo. | |
| 734 | More freedom; less paperwork: advising holds hold us back Northern Iowan 112:8, p.3 |
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. | |
| 735 | Outrageous Turkish films become guilty pleasure Northern Iowan 112:8, p.4 |
Robertson shares his appreciation for the 1980's Turkish film scene. | |
| 736 | Week 2 spells more costly injuries, does the NFL have a problem? Northern Iowan 112:8, p.6 |
Deitrick questions the recent frequency of injuries in the NFL; photo. | |
| 737 | Depp's return Northern Iowan 112:7, p.5 |
Rouse reviews "Black Mass," 5/5; photo. | |
| 738 | Personal tech devices belong in classroom Northern Iowan 112:7, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, professors should not restrict students from using personal electronic devices in the classroom; photo. | |
| 739 | 'Not film' comes to Netflix Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4 |
Robertson discusses the movie "This is Not a Film" and gives it a favorable review. | |
| 740 | Columnist responds to Right to Life Northern Iowan 112:6, p.1 |
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. | |
| 741 | Distinguishing Bernie Sanders from Hillary Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3 |
In a letter to the editor, Peterson compares presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, supporting Sanders. | |
| 742 | Filling your free time: explore student orgs Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3 |
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. | |
| 743 | Little sheep scores big ratings Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4 |
Rouse reviews the movie "Shaun the Sheep," 5/5. | |
| 744 | Money Mayweather calls it quits at 49-0, or does he? Northern Iowan 112:6, p.6 |
Herring shares opinions on boxer Floyd Mayweather's planned retirement; photo. | |
| 745 | October is coming, which team will make a late playoff push? Northern Iowan 112:6, p.6 |
Deitrick shares opinions on the Major League Baseball (MLB) playoffs; photo. | |
| 746 | A classic still relevant 40 years later Northern Iowan 112:5, p.5 |
Rekemeyer reviews Fleetwood Mac's 1977 album "Rumors," 5/5. | |
| 747 | Dropping course 'tool to be used carefully,' not shameful Northern Iowan 112:5, p.3 |
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. | |
| 748 | Fresh food and friendly faces Northern Iowan 112:5, p.5 |
Olsasky discusses and encourages students to go to the College Hill Farmer's Market. | |
| 749 | NextGen Climate Iowa taps into sustainability trend Northern Iowan 112:5, p.3 |
Feeney writes a letter to the editor about growing support for sustainability and NextGen Climate Iowa's clean energy plan. | |
| 750 | Confessions of a soda addict Northern Iowan 112:4, p.3 |
Gravert discusses struggling with a "pop addiction," possible health effects, and some strategies to quit; photos. | |
| 751 | Film based on memoir fails to deliver Northern Iowan 112:4, p.4 |
Rouse reviews "A Walk in the Woods," 2/5; photo. | |
| 752 | UNI for Bernie Sanders Northern Iowan 112:4, p.3 |
In a letter to the editor, Snell discusses 2016 presidential candidate Bernie Sanders and his political positions. | |
| 753 | War on Christianity Northern Iowan 112:4, p.1 |
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. | |
| 754 | "The Gift" that unwraps itself Northern Iowan 112:3, p.4 |
Rouse reviews "The Gift," 4.5/5. | |
| 755 | Bat crazy: an unexpected roommate Northern Iowan 112:3, p.3 |
Cobb gives her opinion on the potential hazards of having bats in your living space after encountering one in her house; photos. | |
| 756 | Drop the attitude, not the course Northern Iowan 112:3, p.3 |
In Moeller's opinion, persisting in a difficult course instead of dropping it can bring students both academic and professional benefits; photo. | |
| 757 | "We Are Your Friends"; more like "We Are Plot Devices" Northern Iowan 112:2, p.4 |
Rouse reviews the movie "We Are Your Friends," 2.5/5; photo. | |
| 758 | Staying calm: The politics of fear Northern Iowan 112:2, p.3 |
Jackson shares his opinion on the state of the 2016 Republican party presidential candidates, and believes that people should carefully evaluate those who appeal to fear; photo. | |
| 759 | Fight the Iowa bubble Northern Iowan 112:1, p.1 |
Student Hannah Carr-Murphy shares her opinion on the "Iowa Bubble". She urges people to expand their horizons beyond a comfortable life in Iowa; photo. | |
| 760 | Making that major decision Northern Iowan 112:1, p.5 |
Student Abbi Cobb shares her struggles in finding a major; photo. | |
| 761 | Panthers expect big things after a a record year Northern Iowan 112:1, p.13 |
UNI Athletics is looking forward to a big year in a number of areas in the 2015-2016 season outlook; photo. | |
| 762 | Roommate do's and dont's Northern Iowan 112:1, p.7 |
Eric Boisen shares some tips on having a roommate. |