Pandemic

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101 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.
102 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.
103 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.
104 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.
105 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.
106 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.
107 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.
108 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.
109 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.
110 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.
111 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.
112 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.
113 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.
114 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.
115 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.
116 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.
117 '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.
118 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.
119 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.
120 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.
121 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.
122 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.
123 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.
124 Laugh it up at GBPAC comedy night
Northern Iowan 117:38, p.4
The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) is hosting a comedy night featuring Orlando Leyba and Tammy Pescatelli; photo.
125 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.
126 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.
127 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.
128 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.
129 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.

130 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.

131 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.
132 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.
133 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.
134 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.
135 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.
136 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.
137 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.
138 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.
139 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.
140 COVID-19 on campus: slight increase
Northern Iowan 117:33, p.2
An update on COVID on campus; photo.
141 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.
142 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.
143 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."

144 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.
145 "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.
146 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.
147 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.
148 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.
149 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.
150 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.
151 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.
152 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.
153 Community marches virtually for equality
Northern Iowan 117:29, p.5
The 2nd annual Cedar Valley Women's March is hosted virtually; photo.
154 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.
155 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.
156 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.
157 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.
158 Study abroad fair goes virtual
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.4
The Study Abroad Fair is held virtually; photos.
159 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.
160 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.
161 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.
162 Percussion concert goes virtual
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.5
The Percussion Ensemble performs over Youtube; photos.
163 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.
164 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.
165 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.
166 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.
167 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.
168 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.
169 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.
170 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.
171 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.
172 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.
173 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.
174 TheatreUNI presents virtual 10-minute plays
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.4

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

175 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.
176 COVID-19 on campus: numbers increase
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.1
COVID cases on campus continue to rise; photos.
177 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.
178 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.
179 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.
180 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.
181 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.
182 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.

183 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.
184 The show goes on for Glee Club
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.4
The Varsity Men's Glee Club is releasing a CD of holiday songs in place of the annual Variety Show; photo.
185 COVID-19 era champs deserve more respect
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.6
Warrington argues in favor of COVID-era sports champions; photo.
186 COVID-19 on campus: continued rise
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.1
COVID-19 on campus continues to spread; photo.
187 Election Day: Where, how to vote
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.2
Information about voting in the 2020 election; photo.
188 Final Thursday Reading Series goes virtual
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.4
The Final Thursday Reading Series (FTRS), hosted by the Hearst Center for the arts, moved from an outside to virtual venue due to weather. Organizer and professor Jim O'Loughlin made the decision to host it virtually and gave brief remarks before introduing speaker Jeffery Copeland, UNI professor of creative nonfiction. Copeland read from his recent book "Lt. Elsie Ott's Top Secret Mission"; photo.
189 Have an attitude of gratitude this season
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.3
Student Wellness Services discusses ways to express gratitude on campus.
190 NISO performance, partially in-person
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.1
The Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra (NISO) performs their fall concert, the first live UNI School of Music performance at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) in about eight months; photo.
191 ISSO winter clothing drive heats up
Northern Iowan 117:21, p.1
The International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) sponsors a winter clothing drive; photo.
192 Men's basketball adjusts to COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:21, p.6
Men's basketball adjusts to COVID-19 policies; photo.
193 Panther Portrait: SEECA costume contest
Northern Iowan 117:21, p.4
The Student Elementary and Early Childhood Association (SEECA) hosted a contest and scavenger hunt outside Maucker Union on October 27; photos.
194 COVID-19 on campus: numbers rise
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.1
Positive COVID-19 cases rise; photo.
195 How to have a safe Halloween during COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.3
Montgomery discusses safety precautions for Halloween during COVID-19.
196 Iowa falls to Purdue in Big Ten's football return
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.6
The Iowa Hawkeyes lose to Purdue in Big Ten football, 24-20; photo.
197 Panther Portrait: COVID Car Smash
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.5
Panther Portrait of the Smash COVID Car Smash event; photos.
198 What can be learned from Bolivia
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.3
Rawwas compares recent events in Bolivia to the 2020 election; photo.
199 Majors in Minutes moves to Zoom
Northern Iowan 117:19, p.1
The Office of Academic Advising's Majors in Minutes is held on October 20 over Zoom; photo.
200 MVC releases 2021 volleyball schedule
Northern Iowan 117:19, p.6
The 2021 volleyball schedule is announced; photo.