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1 Ukrainian UNI professor weighs in on war in her home country
Northern Iowan 118:47, p.1
Ukrainian professor Oksana Grybovych Hafermann, Associate Dean and Associate Professor in the College of Education, discusses the war in her home country; photos.
2 America's cost of 'defending freedom' in Ukraine: Higher food and gas prices and an increased risk of recession
Northern Iowan 118:42, p.3
William Hauk of the Iowa Capital Dispatch describes the economic impact that the Ukraine-Russia conflict will have on the United States; photo.
3 The Armenian conflict mimics global battles
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.3
Rawwas writes an opinion about the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, which reached an agreement on November 10, and the geopolitical implications involved for the two countries as well as Turkey, Russia, Israel, and the United States; photo.
4 The 'gift' of western democracy
Northern Iowan 116:8, p.3
In response to Laura Bush's invitation to speak on UNI's campus, Rawwas discusses the Bush Administration's decision to go to Iraq. In the author's opinion, democracy was a screen for capitalistic intentions and resulted in violence against the Iraqi people; photo.
5 On Christchurch & stochastic terrorism
Northern Iowan 115:45, p.3
In the author's opinion, free speech should be curbed when it amounts to stochastic terrorism - where a political commentator uses mass media to urge their followers to act on a certain ideology, and a small percentage do - resulting in violence. Rawwas writes in response to the terrorist attacks on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand; photo.
6 In Defense: Hands off Venezuela
Northern Iowan 115:33, p.3
Caleb Stekl and Cade Olmstead write a letter to the editor in response to Colin Horning's January 28 Northern Iowan opinion piece "Socialism causes economic peril." They disagree with Horning's claim that socialism is to blame for Venezuela's political and economic turmoil, instead blaming capitalism and military intervention, particularly from the United States; photo.
7 Military strike on Syria was the right call
Northern Iowan 114:53, p.3
The author argues that the joint military strike by the US, Britain and France on Syria was the right call, but the US should be allowing more refugees into the country.
8 TheatreUNI lets the sunshine in with 'Hair'
Northern Iowan 114:43, p.4
Reviewer Clinton Olsasky discusses TheatreUNI's production of 'Hair' and what the musical makes commentary on; photo.
9 Theatre UNI "Mother Courage and Her Children"
Northern Iowan 114:25, p.4

Theatre UNI will present "Mother Courage and Her Daughters," professor Matthew Weedman's adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's "Mother Courage and Her Children," - November 29 - December 2 in Strayer-Wood Theatre; photo.

10 1917 Russian Revolutions remembered
Northern Iowan 114:23, p.1

UNI hosted the panel "Russian Revolution and Modern Russian (1917-2017): 100 Years of Dreams and Realities" on November 9 in Seerley Hall. Speakers included Gregory Bruess of the history department; Robert Orttung from George Washington University; Marya Rozanova of the Russian State Hydrometeorological University, and Alexander Sergunin from St. Petersburg State University; photos.

11 Military spending overshadows education
Northern Iowan 114:8, p.3
Columnist Abbi Cobb discuses the military spending increase. Cobb thinks there should be less military increases and more effort put into education; photo.
12 Journalist talks war
Northern Iowan 112:48, p.2
Journalist Elizabeth Becker gave the presentation "Cambodia and American Intervention: Lessons from History" in Lang Hall Auditorium.
13 U.S. involvement against ISIS requires allies' aid
Northern Iowan 111:3, p.3
The current U.S. involvement in the Middle East has increased in recent months; photo.
14 Thinking about more than just ourselves
Northern Iowan 110:48, p.3
The author believes that the current generation needs to strive for world peace. Americans are privileged compared to youth in other countries. We need to be more concerned with the world around us and realize that not everyone is as fortunate.
15 'Ender's Game' full of powerful messages
Northern Iowan 110:20, p.4
Author reviews the film "Ender's Game" based on the Orson Scott Card novel. The movie takes place in a futuristic society with Earth under alien attack. There is a strong theme of loving one's enemy throughout the film.
16 Avoiding U. S. intervention in Syria
Northern Iowan 110:6, p.3
The author discusses recent United States attitudes in reaction to Syria's chemical weapons. The author does not agree with the way the world is handling this situation, but does not suggest a solution to the problem.
17 Bigelow has given us her masterpiece
Northern Iowan 109:30, p.6
The author feels the film is a recreation of the major events of the War on Terror. It almost plays like a documentary because of how it incorporates the major events of the War on Terror into the storyline; photo.
18 UNI history professor to present lecture on war and memory
Public Relations News Release 2012:136, p.1
Professor Thomas Connors will give lecture, "War and the Landscape of Memory". Presentation will examine how war monuments have evolved over two centuries, and how historic events are remembered.
19 Lysistrata gets modernized in time for 2012 elections
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.6
Classic play sheds light on modern day situations in America. Playgoers will welcome the many parallels and references to the present American political situation.
20 UNI to host war crimes lecture
Public Relations News Release 2011:227, p.1
UNI will host U.S. Ambassador Stephen Rapp for a lecture on the war crimes issue.
21 UNI to host lecture on war on drugs
Public Relations News Release 2011:212, p.1
UNI will host a lecture on the War on Drugs hosted by Neill Franklin a Law Enforcement Officer.
22 UNI's Strayer-Wood Theatre seeks actors for 'Dying City'
Public Relations News Release 2011:90, p.1
Auditions will be held at Strayer-Wood Theater for roles in the upcomig play 'Dying City.'
23 Yale Law professor to discuss wartime decisions
Public Relations News Release 2011:71, p.1
Professor Stephen L. Carter from Yale Law School will give a lecture on the issues of going to war during the Obama administration.
24 Meditations on Libya
Northern Iowan 107:49, p.11
Believes that the military intervention in Libya is not like the intervention in Iraq. This intervention was and is a humanitarian effort by the United Nations to save the lives of thousands.
25 War is a racket
Northern Iowan 107:30, p.7
A economic myth is the idea of war being beneficial to the economy. Readers urged to guard against the military-industrial complex. Support for the military should not come from taxes or borrowing.
26 Mike Shiley's 'Lessons from Iraq" a snapshot in time
Northern Iowan 107:21, p.1
A homemade press pass, digital video recorder, and a rented bullet-proof vest were the tools used by Mike Shiley to produce his documentary on the war in Iraq. Students had many questions following his presentation; photo.
27 What happened to the anti-war left?
Northern Iowan 107:7, p.7
Questions about the lack of a coherent foreign policy, the war in Afghanistan, and poor civil liberties decisions asked.
28 "Passages to Palestine" tunes in the importance of Israeli-Palestinian conflict to students zoned out
Northern Iowan 106:4, p.1
Strayer-Wood Theatre presentation informed the audience about the tragedies of war and the impact on innocent people; photo.
29 UNI Strayer-Wood Theatre presents 'Passages to Palestine'
Public Relations News Release 2009:19, p.1
The live touring theatre and multi-media devised performance, conceived by Richard Glockner, will premiere on Thursday, Sept., 3. "Passages to Palestine" challenges audiences to look beyond the standard news reports to the realities of a war zone.
30 What you can do
Northern Iowan 105:30, p.5
Many difficult situations exist in the world today. It will take all of humanity to overcome bad economies, wars, and hunger. Even the small things individuals can do will help.
31 Books, books, books
Northern Iowan 105:28, p.6
Even fiction books allow people to learn. Many of the wars in fiction books begin with intolerances and misunderstanding. The author vows to become more tolerant in her dealings with others.
32 Iraq War issues discussed
Northern Iowan 104:47, p.2
Reprinted coverage of the Iraq War debate due to reporting errors.
33 Latest Iraq War debate
Northern Iowan 104:45, p.1
Two hundred attended a debate on the Iraq War. Four members of the Vets for Freedom group traveled to UNI for the debate; photo.
34 Culture Corner: Life's many questions
Northern Iowan 104:44, p.9
Looking for answers to author's questions for readers; photo.
35 New Iraq War forum proposed
Northern Iowan 104:36, p.1
Three UNI students and veterans of the Iraq War are trying to sponsor another discussion on the war. They are planning on bringing the Vets For Freedom National Bus Tour to UNI in March; photo.
36 Iraq War Forum
Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9
Professor Hoffman attempts to clarify her position; says she took no stand either for or against the war.
37 Iraq War Forum
Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9
Believes that forum should have included viewpoints of those who support the war.
38 Iraq forum analyzes war
Northern Iowan 104:24, p.1
Six UNI professors led a forum to discuss Iraq War issues. War opposed from six different perspectives; photo.
39 Iraq War Forum
Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9
Disappointed with the composition of the Iraq Forum panel and the logic of participants. Suggestions on improving the Forum.
40 Forum on the Iraq War at UNI today
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.3
A panel of UNI faculty will discuss the effects of the war in Iraq.
41 Response to letter written by Paul McNamara in November 9 Issue
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.8
Katherine van Wormer states that she honored Brian Gienau in her speech to the Faculty Senate, pointing out that his death was a great loss.
42 Forum on the Iraq War at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2007:278, p.1
How the Iraq War has affected U. S. politics and society is the topic of the forum November 13.
43 Support for the Iraq war
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.8
Commentary on how history might portray George W. Bush; challenges citizens to remember that this war is America's war.
44 Report says war on terror inadvertently aiding Al Qaeda network
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.3
Oxford Research Group states that a "fundamental re-think is required in order to more effectively combat global terrorist networks.
45 The pawns are real
Northern Iowan 104:7, p.9
War in Iraq discussed.
46 Another "Shepherd" flocks from Iraq
Northern Iowan 104:5, p.9
UNI student follows family tradition by serving in the military. Brandon Shepherd has served two tours of duty in Iraq; photo.
47 Human support
Northern Iowan 103:52, p.7
Support our troops by remembering them as human beings.
48 Genocide survivor shares story
Northern Iowan 103:50, p.1
Loung Ung, a survivor of the genocide in Cambodia and author of several books, spoke to UNI students about her ordeal; photo.
49 Too far to see
Northern Iowan 103:50, p.7
Commentary on the challenges of Iraqi citizens to survive, while many of us are concerned about the weather and other less significant factors.
50 Congress sends a strong message to President
Northern Iowan 103:41, p.6
The passage of a non-binding resolution by Congress sends a symbolic message to President Bush. The American people are demanding a change in Iraq war policies.
51 Bush belongs behind bars
Northern Iowan 103:40, p.5
Pentagon inspector general's report on faulty intelligence on the relationship between al Qaeda and Iraq noted and concerns of possible war with Iran.
52 War in Iraq claims life of former UNI student
Northern Iowan 103:36, p.1
Stephen Shannon killed in Iraq; photo.
53 UNI student killed in Iraq
Northern Iowan 103:35, p.1
Stephen Daniel Shannon, a former UNI student, was killed by enemy fire in Iraq.
54 Short-sighted war man
Northern Iowan 103:31, p.8
Success of planned troop surge in Iraq questioned.
55 Can make a difference
Northern Iowan 103:30, p.6
Review of the current National Security Strategy urged.
56 Saddam Hussein sentenced to death by hanging
Northern Iowan 103:22, p.1
The trial of Saddam Hussein has ended with a guilty verdict. Reactions vary; photo.
57 UNI's creative side
Northern Iowan 103:6, p.6
Poem dealing with President Bush, the media, and the loss of life due to war around the world.
58 Hezbollah "defeats" Israel during fragile ceasefire
Northern Iowan 103:1, p.1
Peace in the Middle East continues, but there is uneasiness on both sides; photo.
59 Fox choosing to choke on mustard gas?
Northern Iowan 102:60, p.5
The latest weapons of mass destruction discussion is examined.
60 Washington facts continue to get garbled and delayed by spineless politicians and a condescending media
Northern Iowan 102:60, p.7
Presents background information on portions of the Iraq War.
61 The death of freedom of speech
Northern Iowan 102:41, p.7
Comments on recent attempts to prohibit demonstrations within three hundred feet of a funeral; believes that this is an infringement of freedom of speech and assembly.
62 Students, citizens gather at courthouse for reading of President Bush's indictments
Northern Iowan 102:33, p.3
Indictments for crimes against humanity were presented to the White House three weeks ago; photo.
63 Rethinking views on civilian deaths
Northern Iowan 102:32, p.6
Believes Iraqi civilian deaths hurt the war effort and make the US look bad.
64 Lecture at UNI to discuss U.S. presidency and war
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
John Mueller will present "The Presidency, Public Opinion and War," at the annual R. Gordon Hoxie Lecture.
65 Alumnus helps heal wounds of war
Northern Iowa Today 90:1, p.13
Profile of Dan Sterenchuk, who is involved with assisting those who have been affected by war; photo.
66 U. S. takes advantage of Iraqi media
Northern Iowan 102:27, p.5
Wonders if Iraq will develop into a country like the United States or if they will do things their own way.
67 Parties must band together
Northern Iowan 102:25, p.5
Democrats and Republicans should put aside differences and personal emotions to decide course of action in Iraq war.
68 'Jarhead' not typical war movie
Northern Iowan 102:22, p.10
Review of 'Jarhead' featuring Jake Gyllenhaal.
69 Veterans speak out against war today
Northern Iowan 102:22, p.1
Woody Powell and Al Zappala will speak about their opinions on war today in the Union; photo.
70 Iowa not half bad
Northern Iowan 102:19, p.5
Compare Iowa to Iraq, and Iowa doesn't seem bad at all.
71 Peacemaking seminar held Sunday will discuss beliefs about war
Northern Iowan 102:16, p.10
Conference will talk about conscientious objection to the war which allows people to avoid going to war because it is against their religious beliefs. It will be held at the Cedar Falls Mennonite Church.
72 Tuesday, Oct. 11
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Bone marrow drive; "Meet the Pres" will feature President Koob; "Justice at Home, Peace Abroad: Rally to Stop the War" presented by the Students for Social Justice.
73 Support troops by ending the war
Northern Iowan 102:11, p.8
Eli Garmager believes the best way to support US troops is to bring them out of the corrupt situation in Iraq.
74 10 hours, 100,000 protesters, one cause
Northern Iowan 102:9, p.1
Fifty-five Iowans traveled to Washington, D. C., last weekend to protest the war in Iraq; photo.
75 War may be the only way
Northern Iowan 101:60, p.5
Believes that fighting should not be the solution to our problems, but few other choices exist.
76 Violent videogames violating veterans
Northern Iowan 101:59, p.5
Believes videogames simulating war, especially recent battles, show disrespect towards those who were really there.
77 Who are we fighting now?
Northern Iowan 101:46, p.7
Feels that there needs to be an end to torture and imprisonment executed by some American soldiers to Iraqi citizens.
78 UNI grad killed on duty in Iraq
Northern Iowan 101:43, p.1
UNI alumnus Brian Gienau was killed in Iraq on February 27, 2005; photo.
79 The secret destruction of war
Northern Iowan 101:37, p.7
Discusses the current war in Israel; encourages citizens to speak out about the killing of innocent civilians.
80 The fight for other's freedom
Northern Iowan 101:36, p.5
Believes that the purpose of the current war in Iraq is to protect the American people from terrorism.
81 WWJB: who would Jesus bomb?
Northern Iowan 101:29, p.5
Offers his opinions on the influence of religion on the decision to go to war with Iraq.
82 Isn't it ironic? Don't you think?
Northern Iowan 101:26, p.5
Examines irony in current political issues.
83 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.
84 Protesters urge audience to 'stand and be counted'
Northern Iowan 101:25, p.3
Presents perspectives on anti-war protest outside Maucker Union.
85 Best Buddies show appreciation for troops in Afghanistan
Northern Iowan 101:22, p.9
Best Buddies program assembles gift packages for eighty-seven American soldiers in a military unit in Afghanistan; photo.
86 From Iraq to UNI; the duty of soldier, student
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.7
A UNI student back from serving in Iraq recounts his experiences; photo.
87 Soldiers make sacrifices at home, school
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.1
How the lives of soldiers change when they are called to active duty.
88 Student apathy abounds despite important issues
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.5
Republication of an earlier article on how important it is for students to vote.
89 Top Five List: Bush is bad, mmkay?
Northern Iowan 101:18, p.5
Explains top five reasons why citizens should not vote for George W. Bush.
90 America's skewed view of war
Northern Iowan 101:17, p.7
Takes a perspective on war and the loss of innocence.
91 Facing the issues: foreign policy
Northern Iowan 101:16, p.4
Describes presidential candidates' positions on foreign policy issues; photo.
92 MTV 'Rocks the Vote' at UNI
Northern Iowan 101:16, p.1
MTV Rock the Vote campaign makes stop at UNI in order to encourage young people to vote; photo.
93 On campus
Northern Iowan 101:16, p.2
Meetings and events planned.
94 Stop the Bush-bashing!
Northern Iowan 101:16, p.6
Reacts to letters and columns in the Northern Iowan by addressing various anti-Bush and pro-Kerry claims.
95 Sleepless nights over Iraq occupation
Northern Iowan 101:14, p.6
Professor Enshayan compares the Bush administration and the war in Iraq to his early experiences in Iran.
96 Social Justice Film Series presents "Fahrenheit 9/11"
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Will be shown on Oct. 19 in the Communication Arts Center.
97 Bush acknowledges mistake
Northern Iowan 101:13, p.7
Examines situation in Iraq and what caused the United States to become involved.
98 Open letter to UNI students from a Vietnam era "survivor": Part One
Northern Iowan 101:11, p.9
Offers a brief history lesson on American public thought and opinion, as well as a personal account, from the Vietnam war era.
99 Willing to fight for Bush?
Northern Iowan 101:11, p.8
Urges students to support the peace movement regarding the war in Iraq.
100 Moving Sept. 11 Memorial forgotten for coverage of war protest
Northern Iowan 101:7, p.9
Criticizes Students for Social Justice for their protest activity as well as the Northern Iowan for covering their protest but not the September 11 memorial service at the Campanile.