Video Games

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	Title	Date	Summary
1	UNI student Tyler DeBondt wins 'NBA 2K20' Global Championship Weber--Colby (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:43, p.01	3/12/2020	Tyler DeBondt, a junior in physical education, won the 'NBA 2K20' Global Championship for a grand prize of $100,000; photo.
2	Is gamification the future of productivity? Slomka--Emerson (Student--2019) Northern Iowan 116:32, p.03	2/3/2020	Opinion Columnist Emerson Slomeka explains the role gamification plays in softening the lines between the work and play differences of opinion.
3	Should video games be allowed in the classroom? Slomka--Emerson (Student--2019) Northern Iowan 116:28, p.03	1/16/2020	When you first step into an elementary classroom, one of the first things to catch your eye is usually a list of rules. Most of what you see is expected. However, there is one rule you can't help but question: written in bold lettering as though it were the golden rule itself is: "NO ELECTRONICS." The columnist argues that electronics and video games in the classroom can be beneficial to children's learning. School can be a place where children are able to learn through engaging experiences that turn learning into a lifelong desire.
4	Weekly club unites anime fans McGuill--Lauren (Student--2019) Northern Iowan 116:19, p.04	11/4/2019	The UNI Anime Club meets every Wednesday from 6-8 pm to watch and discuss anime and anime-related topics. Anime is Japanese animated TV shows and movies that have a variety of genres from horror to romance. The Anime Club launched in 2016 and has steadily grown.
5	Overwatch hero changes seen as improvement Madden--Jacob (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 114:42, p.06	3/5/2018	News Editor Jacob Madden gives his take on the recent changes to video game, Overwatch.
6	Overwatch League enters week five of stage one Pady--Dylan (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 114:35, p.06	2/8/2018	The Overwatch League just began it's fifth week of competitive play and will finish the first stage of match ups; photo.
7	Facebook to push video game streaming King--Sam John (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:32, p.03	1/29/2018	Columnist Sam King discusses the news that Facebook is planning to launch a video game streaming service to compete with services provided by YouTube and Twitch; photo.
8	Video games: a new stage for competition, but is it a real sport? Herring--Ryan (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 112:10, p.6	10/1/2015	Columnist Ryan Herring discusses the newly popular "pro gaming" scene and questions whether or not it is a real sport; photo.
9	UNI students sound off on the nature of violent video games Cosgrove--Thaddeus Riley (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:16, p.4	10/22/2013	Many college students play violent video games such as the newly released "Grand Theft Auto V". Studies have shown that violence in video games does cause criminal or aggressive behavior in young adults; photo.
10	Gooris brings humor and honor to UNI track and field Allen--Justin Dale (Student--2011) Northern Iowan 108:50, p.8	4/13/2012	Daniel Gooris competes in the decathlon, a two day event consisting of ten parts. His specialties are pole vault and javelin. He has qualified for nationals this year; photo.
11	Courts vs. legislation against violent video games Dippold--Michael Steven (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:21, p.12	11/9/2010	U. S. Supreme Court is hearing an appeal of a California ruling banning the sale of video games to children. Other similar laws have been overturned as against freedom of speech; photo.
12	Ryan's Rants Friederich--Ryan Leo (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:19, p.14	11/2/2010	Fantasy sports allows anyone to put together a roster of players and manage a team. Getting involved can be overwhelming and time consuming.
13	College athletes sue NCAA for profiting off of athletes' names, images Jorgensen--Dru (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:39, p.1	2/26/2010	Ed O'Bannon and Sam Keller, former college athletes, are challenging the NCAA concerning the use of images used in sports games by EA Sports. The NCAA has responded that no such use has occurred. This will be decided in a court of law.
14	Interview with a "Call of Duty" addict Krueger--Jeffrey Allen (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:33, p.4	2/5/2010	Fictional interview showing the lengths a person can go to play video games. Discusses potential effects on the person and relationships.
15	Panther Portraits; playing with history Bardsley--Laura Lee (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:16, p.9	10/23/2009	Professor Vanderwall tries a video game; photo.
16	Gamer girls in hiding Gitchell--Erin Elizabeth (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:55, p.2	6/12/2009	Recent survey notes that women outnumber men in the 25-34 year age group of those who play video games. Women seem not to share with others their love of playing video games.
17	Your kid might like a stick Landhuis--Travis John (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:23, p.7	11/18/2008	Does not want to get rid of technology completely, but considers that something simple might allow children to develop their creative sides more completely.
18	Video games vs. sports; why is only one OK? Grayson--Adam Michael (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:21, p.8	11/11/2008	Believes that playing video games to excess can hurt relationships; does not understand why this should happen, when other activities, such as football, do not seem to be relationship breakers.
19	For the uninitiated Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 105:8, p.5	9/26/2008	A quick guide to video game lingo presented.
20	Dark days for parenting Donisi--Samantha T. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 104:59, p.2	7/25/2008	Believes that parents should take responsibility for their children and not expose them to things meant for adults.
21	Video games cure boredom in our lives Busch--Michael E. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:42, p.7	3/11/2008	Pros and cons of video games.
22	Culture Corner: Murdergames Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:37, p.7	2/22/2008	The popularity of violent video games is questioned as being somewhat responsible for an increasingly violent society.
23	Video game law aims responsibility at parents Conaway--Brandon U. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 104:3, p.2	8/31/2007	California judge rules that a law that would have criminalized the selling of violent video games to minors unconstitutional; photo.
24	Wii will change everything Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 103:49, p.5	4/6/2007	Nintendo's latest video game console, Wii, has sold over six million units since hitting the shelves November 19, 2006. New games plus the ability to download older games is a hit.
25	American (video game) idol Van Gelder--Jeffrey J. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 103:38, p.18	2/16/2007	Lack of role models in professional sports noted. Video game player, Fatal1ty, suggested as an alternative.
26	Video gamers should be hired to turn college football programs around Van Gelder--Jeffrey J. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 103:4, p.18	9/8/2006	College football programs moving from losing records to winning records are examined.
27	Consider putting your brain on a diet Nichols--Brent (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 102:35, p.9	2/7/2006	Thinks people should limit their exposure to violence and other negative images.
28	Makers of 'Grand Theft Auto' not to blame Gerling--Taylor R. (Student--2003) Northern Iowan 102:33, p.5	1/31/2006	Parents and buyers should be aware of what the 'mature' rating on games means.
29	Violent videogames violating veterans Gerling--Taylor R. (Student--2003) Northern Iowan 101:59, p.5	7/8/2005	Believes videogames simulating war, especially recent battles, show disrespect towards those who were really there.
30	Gaming: college paradise, booming business Thomas--Chris (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 101:57, p.7	6/17/2005	Video game industry continues to expand and offer more options.
31	Videogame mania; 'Halo 2' and 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas' come out on top Turnage--Mark A. (Class of 2008) Northern Iowan 101:26, p.9	12/3/2004	Description of the popular video games Halo 2 and GTA: San Andreas; photo.
32	Ron Crasky's Wide World of Schmorts Crasky--Ron (Student--2003) Northern Iowan 99:41, p.17	3/4/2003	Comments on the video game "Snood"; photo.
33	Coming to defense of violent video games Umthun--Daniel T. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 99:38, p.7	2/21/2003	Claims that violent video games do not contribute to the rise of violence in our society.
34	Play your stress away in the Union game room Bartness--Brooke (Student--2001) Northern Iowan 99:38, p.11	2/21/2003	Game room in Maucker Union provides several activities at low cost for students; photo.
35	Amusing one's self through the ages Schmitz--Nich Northern Iowan 99:6, p.11	9/20/2002	Compares entertainment in his younger days with his sources of entertainment now.
36	Conspiracy theory on gaming and TV Blodgett--Clifford L. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 99:2, p.13	9/6/2002	Discusses his new conspiracy theory that includes university presidents teaming with television and video game producers; photo.
37	Tribute to Grandma takes bad turn Schmitz--Nich Northern Iowan 98:57, p.4	6/21/2002	Becomes obsessed with playing video games during a trip to the casino.
38	All I want for Christmas . . .: nationwide shortage of Playstation 2 causes concern this holiday season Bryant--Joe Northern Iowan 97:21, p.1	11/7/2000	Because of chip shortage, there will not be as many Playstation 2s available for Christmas as first expected; photo.
39	Untitled Soukup--John Northern Iowan 93:42, p.8	3/7/1997	Students play video games.
40	Untitled Soukup--John Northern Iowan 93:16, p.12	10/25/1996	Student plays video game, cheats on test.
41	Untitled Soukup--John Northern Iowan 92:14, p.5	10/13/1995	A boy tries to rent games for Atari 2600.
42	Saving the universe Williams--Erin Northern Iowan 91:31, p.1	1/20/1995	Student plays video game; photo.
43	Sega: America's new national pastime Kauzlarich--Scott Northern Iowan 90:44, p.16	3/11/1994	Enjoys sports video games.
44	Students need video game back Bowersox--Chris Northern Iowan 90:36, p.7	2/11/1994	Humorously mourns loss of video game.
45	Easy Does It; Electronic Influence Musgrave--Jon (Class of 1995) Old Gold 0:0, p.48	6/1/1993	Computers are becoming a part of every day life for students around campus; photo.
46	Game room opens for business; provides new social atmosphere Fox--Kristin Northern Iowan 89:1, p.5	8/28/1992	New room has thirty video games plus pool tables and bumper pool; photo.
47	Lower level of Maucker Union has a 'new attitude' Allison--Jim Northern Iowan 88:58, p.6	6/12/1992	Description of newly-renovated space; photo.
48	Students take out frustrations in basement of Union: Video game room popular hangout Lindaman--Tom Northern Iowan 88:13, p.6	10/15/1991	Students enjoy video games; photo.
49	Nintendo: the college student's new time killer (or GPA killer) Newton--James Northern Iowan 87:35, p.8	2/5/1991	Nintendo games are popular entertainment for college students; photo.
50	Videogames--Not just time-wasters says one educator Public Relations News Release 1990:169, p.1	11/26/1990	UNI professor notes improved hand-eye coordination from playing video games. Many games require high level of thought.

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