Thanksgiving
Displaying 1 - 50 of 427 in reverse chronological order
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1 | We are thankful for films Northern Iowan 118:26, p.4 |
Hunter Friesen gives thanks to the five movies he watched over Fall Break; photo. | |
2 | Traveling home for the holidays Northern Iowan 118:23, p.5 |
Reprinted from the December 8, 1987 edition of the Northern Iowan, the article discusses the author's experience of going home for Thanksgiving; photo. | |
3 | Dorm-friendly Thanksgiving recipes Northern Iowan 116:24, p.5 |
The Northern Iowan staff compiled four no-cook Thanksgiving recipes for dorm students: Pumpkin Parfaits, Cranberry Feta Pinwheels, No-Bake Ginger Cookies, and Spinach Artichoke Dip; photo. | |
4 | This year, I'm thankful to be white Northern Iowan 112:26, p.4 |
Columnist Hannah Carr-Murphy discusses her thankfulness of being white; photo. | |
5 | SWS guest column: Thanksgiving food for thought in 15 tips Northern Iowan 112:23, p.3 |
Joan Thompson discusses Thanksgiving food in relation to dieting; photo. | |
6 | A blacked-out holiday Northern Iowan 111:25, p.3 |
Student Riley Cosgrove expresses his distaste for Departments stores opening early on Thanksgiving and not letting employees get their deserved relaxation time; photo. | |
7 | The shameful truth behind Black Friday Northern Iowan 110:26, p.3 |
The author discusses how retailers make a huge profit even on Black Friday due to high-low pricing strategy. He believes that the violence and chaos on Black Friday is a sad reflection of our consumption oriented society. | |
8 | Counting our blessings versus counting our cash Northern Iowan 110:26, p.3 |
The author believes that Black Friday shopping is deteriorating the meaning of Thanksgiving. Black Friday shopping has become so chaotic that shoppers are getting trampled and injured. She suggests relaxing with family is a better way to spend the day. | |
9 | Thanksgiving in the dorms Northern Iowan 110:25, p.4 |
Gives recipes for making a Thanksgiving meal in a microwave. Also gives decoration ideas. | |
10 | Pledge to go turkey free this Thanksgiving Northern Iowan 110:25, p.3 |
Says that millions of turkeys are killed in the United States for Thanksgiving each year. They are raised for slaughter under less than ideal conditions. Asks readers to consider a vegetarian option for their Thanksgiving feast. | |
11 | Our gluttonous waste Northern Iowan 108:25, p.3 |
Thanksgiving is over for this year. Statistics shared showing an alarming number of people dying due to hunger related causes each year. The amount of food wasted is mind boggling; photo. | |
12 | What you doing over Thanksgiving break? Northern Iowan 108:24, p.7 |
Tweets from students about plans for break; photo. | |
13 | Holiday Hoopla to spread seasonal cheer in downtown Cedar Falls Northern Iowan 108:24, p.8 |
Volunteers and committee members started transforming the downtown area into a winter wonderland. Music, food, and the arrival of Santa will take place the day after Thanksgiving. | |
14 | Thanksgiving, America's nightmare before Christmas Northern Iowan 108:23, p.5 |
Students urged to "give thanks" on Thanksgiving. Enjoy your family gathering. It should be a special day and not the jumping off day for the Christmas holiday rush; photo. | |
15 | UNI program will focus on reclaiming the holidays Public Relations News Release 2010:115, p.1 |
The holiday initiative will work with Iowans in areas such as clearing clutter, environmentally friendly gift ideas, buying locally, controlling holiday finances and reducing stress. The hope is that the holidays will be more enjoyable. | |
16 | Reclaim your Holidays Series to be held at Iowa City Public Library Public Relations News Release 2010:92, p.1 |
Iowans will discover how to create more meaningful winter holidays at a series of free sessions held at the Iowa City Public Library. Participants will reflect on the holidays to more clearly understand their priorities. | |
17 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 106:23, p.10 |
Students respond to the question; "What are you doing for Thanksgiving vacation?"; photo. | |
18 | Students cope with stress as the semester winds down Northern Iowan 106:22, p.12 |
Students are ready for Thanksgiving break. Three months of classes has taken its toll. Students deal with stress in different ways; photo. | |
19 | News Briefs: abandoned student bikes, UNI Web site Northern Iowan 106:18, p.2 |
Bicycles collected by Public Safety since last July will be auctioned prior to Thanksgiving. DeWayne Purdy announced upcoming changes in the UNI Web site. Plans for completion prior to next semester may not be attained. | |
20 | Dead sprint to the finish Northern Iowan 105:26, p.5 |
Thinks that the week long Thanksgiving vacation might not have been beneficial to preparing for the last several weeks of class and then final examinations. | |
21 | Truly thankful for simple things Northern Iowan 105:25, p.5 |
Family accident leads to feelings of gratitude to everyone involved. | |
22 | Thanksgiving: going from overlooked to forgotten Northern Iowan 105:24, p.4 |
The transition between Halloween and Christmas should not be overlooked. Thanksgiving continues to be a major holiday based on family traditions; causing us to stop and think of all for which we have to be thankful. | |
23 | A Midterm break proposal Northern Iowan 105:24, p.3 |
A day off between Labor Day and Thanksgiving proposed. The benefits would be a catch up day for visiting a professor, homework, papers, or going home. A break would encourage students and hopefully improve attentiveness. | |
24 | Don't get me wrong, I love the holidays but Northern Iowan 104:25, p.8 |
Reflections on the loss of the "real meaning" of Christmas and the holiday season. | |
25 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 104:24, p.11 |
Students respond to the question; "What will you be doing with your extra days of break?" | |
26 | The classic Thanksgiving spread Northern Iowan 104:23, p.9 |
Recipes for Thanksgiving dinner; photo. | |
27 | Christmas on Halloween Northern Iowan 104:21, p.7 |
Commercialization of Christmas starts after Halloween. | |
28 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:50, p.9 |
Students respond to the question; "What's your favorite holiday"? | |
29 | Full week of Thanksgiving break Northern Iowan 103:39, p.6 |
Board of Regents approved a calendar change for UNI. Students will have the entire week off for the Thanksgiving holiday in 2007. | |
30 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:25, p.21 |
Students respond to the question; "What are you looking forward to on Thanksgiving"? | |
31 | Schedule schisms Northern Iowan 103:25, p.7 |
Commentary on UNI being the only state school having classes during the Thanksgiving week. | |
32 | News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1 |
Classes resume Monday, November 27. | |
33 | News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1 |
Thanksgiving vacation begins Tuesday, November 21. | |
34 | Improper planning Northern Iowan 103:13, p.9 |
Suggests scheduling Homecoming prior to mid term exams, having a week off for Thanksgiving, and adding a fall break. | |
35 | NISG update Northern Iowan 102:58, p.3 |
NISG executive activities noted. | |
36 | Deciphering wants from needs difficult for some Northern Iowan 102:25, p.5 |
Wonders why people spend Thanksgiving thinking of what they are thankful for, and then turn around and indulge on shopping the next day. | |
37 | The history of Thanksgiving, cultural celebrations Northern Iowan 102:25, p.7 |
Brief overview of feasts of the harvest celebrated around the world; photo. | |
38 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 102:25, p.7 |
Students respond to the question, "What is your least favorite part of the upcoming holiday?" | |
39 | Monday, Nov. 28 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.2 |
Instruction resumes. | |
40 | Thursday-Friday, Nov. 24-25 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.2 |
UNI offices closed. | |
41 | Living every day like it's Thanksgiving Northern Iowan 102:24, p.5 |
Wishes that people would take more time to enjoy things like friends, family, and food. | |
42 | Commercialism and holiday hatred Northern Iowan 101:38, p.5 |
Wants people to realize the true meanings behind holidays; wants people to celebrate true meanings rather than the commercialism tied to them. | |
43 | Candidates prepare for next week's election Northern Iowan 101:38, p.1 |
Pat Grassley and Kevin Willms' platform includes tuition reform, creating an online classroom directory, increasing attendance at sporting and cultural events, offering alternative book purchasing options, and extending Thanksgiving break; photo. | |
44 | Turkey day: 'wattle' you have?; everything you need to know about the holiday, bird, and traditions Northern Iowan 101:25, p.1 |
Trivia about Thanksgiving; photo. | |
45 | Student voices Northern Iowan 101:25, p.7 |
Students respond to the question, "In the spirit of Thanksgiving, what are you thankful for?"; photo. | |
46 | Throughout history, a day to give thanks Northern Iowan 101:25, p.7 |
Examines origins of the Thanksgiving holiday; photo. | |
47 | Christmas lights blinding the Thanksgiving turkey Northern Iowan 101:25, p.5 |
Disagrees with the excessive commercializing of Christmas that leads to ignoring the importance and meaning of other holidays. | |
48 | A bond that won't break Northern Iowan 101:25, p.5 |
Urges readers to live life to the fullest and appreciate their families after recounting the story of a soldier who died in Iraq the same day his son was born. | |
49 | Keep your chin up with times ahead Northern Iowan 101:22, p.5 |
Tries to help students beat the winter blues. | |
50 | Reflections on Turkey Day Northern Iowan 100:25, p.5 |
Encourages students to think about what they are thankful for. |