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COURTESY/UNI Students attentively watch a demonstration during one of UNI’s many STEM classes. CHAS Dean John Fritch commends the dedicated faculty.
COURTESY/UNI Colleen Mulholland serves as Dean of the College of Education and encourages students to ask questions, attend class, and fully engage in their campus community.
COURTESY/UNI Dean of the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences John Fritch wishes students a year rich in experiences in and out of the classroom.
Brenda Bass, Dean of CSBS and professor of family services, takes pride in the college’s experienced faculty and research opportunities for students.
Welcome freshman stu dents! I am so excited you are here and are now part of the UNI community. As dean of the College of Education, it is my honor to serve with a dynamic and talented group of faculty and staff who are commit ted to your success in the classroom and beyond.
UNI’s College of Education anchors the UNI Teacher Education program, which is Iowa’s largest and in the top 1% of schools nationally for the number of students graduating with a bachelor’s degree in educa tion. Wow! We also prepare professionals for careers in athletic training, movement and exercise science, public health and recreation, tour ism and nonprofit leader ship.The range of services available at the university are there to help you be suc cessful. We will do all that we can to ensure that you are successful — be sure to do your part as well. Ask questions, attend class, pop in for office hours and par ticipate!Weknow how great of an experience you can have when you engage and remain open to new and different adventures, perspectives and people. I hope you will explore all that UNI has to offer for you: tons of events, clubs and organizations you can become a part of as you grow into the next exciting chapter of your journey. I look forward to see ing you around campus and wish you a wonderful start to your college experience at DeanGoUNI!Panthers!Colleen
CommunicationProfessor,Dean,JohnSincerely,FritchCHAS Studies classrooms equipped with the latest technology. Both undergraduate and gradu ate students work alongside faculty who conduct worldclass research funded by government agencies such as the National Science Foundation, NASA, National Endowment for the Humanities, the Department of Justice and many others. CSBS is also committed to providing opportunities outside of the classroom through intern ships, field experience and international study abroad. These opportunities help equip our students with the skills to succeed and adapt in an ever-changing market not just for a job, but for a successful and fulfilling life and career. We invite you to explore the people and programs of CSBS!
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On behalf of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS), I want to welcome you to the start of the 2022-23 academic year! CSBS is made up of a The College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences (CHAS) welcomes you to the University of Northern Iowa! The faculty, staff and stu dents of the college represent a broad range of interests. We offer programs ranging from Philosophy to Technology; have students with interests ranging from pre-medicine to middle school and high school teaching; and with faculty working in facilities ranging from physics labs to discussion-based classrooms and from larger lecture halls to art Studentsstudios.in can choose from majors in the departments of Applied Engineering and Technical Management, Art, Biology, Chemistry and WorldMathematics,LanguagesScience,andDisorders,CommunicationBiochemistry,SciencesandCommunicationMedia,ComputerEarthSciences,andLiteratures,PhilosophyandReligions,Physics, and Theatre and the School of Music.Across the college, stu dents are active outside the classroom. Many students are involved in research and creative activities. This year, students in CHAS will perform “Little Shop of Horrors,” conduct indepen dent research in labs with the support of faculty, compete in speech and debate compe titions, attend academic con ferences and participate in student organizations across theYoucollege.also will find faculty committed to your success in the classroom. CHAS fac ulty have received numerous teaching awards within the college and university and from regional and nation al organizations. In the past year, more than a dozen faculty in CHAS were rec ognized for their teaching, scholarship and service to the students of UNI. variety of programs that explore how human behav ior relates to society, with a focus on studying and solv ing real-world problems. Whether helping integrate immigrants in Iowa, engage student voters, create effec tive crime prevention strat egies or understand how natural disasters impact communities – CSBS believes in empowering students to make a differ ence and inspire change. CSBS students learn from faculty who utilize innova tive teaching techniques in Please take advantage of the opportunities inside and outside the classroom. And, most importantly, welcome to UNI!
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4. Launch your sidegig. Our John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center helps students from ANY major turn their passion into income.5.Stay Connected. Follow me on LinkedIn and Twitter. I want to see your success! We are proud to claim you as a CollegeDeanLeslie#GetReadyForBusinessWelcomePanther!toUNI!K.WilsonofBusiness
NISG not only aims to uplift unheard voices, whether on campus or in the statehouse, but we also oversee the funding for student organizations and have over $250,000 to allo cate out to over 250 student organizations here at UNI! With this money, clubs and organizations are able to produce programs and events to create enjoyable memories and enrich our campusNISGcommunity.isalways look ing for students, wheth er it is their first year or their fourth, to join us in ensuring student voices are being heard while making UNI a better place for our Panthers. Make sure to visit our website (nisg.uni.edu) to learn more about NISG and how you can get involved on campus. We are all students and are here to learn, so no experience is needed to be a part of NISG. Simply hav ing the passion and drive to make the university a better place is all it takes to be a part of our team. As you step foot onto this campus and get into classes remember it is okay to try new things, make mistakes and struggle. College is new for many people, but we must remember it is okay to ask for help and take breaks when needed. We hope as you tread forward on your journey here at UNI with passion and excitement as you make mistakes along the way, learn from them, and of course, have fun! From NISG to you, we want to wish you a happy and safe school year. UNI would not be where it is today without the hard work and dedication of you all: the students. Don’t ever be afraid to reach out to us or other NISG members if you need help with anything. Go Cats! - Leila Mašinović, Student Body President - Micaiah Krutsinger, Student Body Vice President - Caroline Christensen, NISG Director of Public Relations first place at the District 9 National Student Advertising Competition and are moving on to the semi-finals. Plus, many more student organi zations took home numer ous awards including PBL and PSE. To achieve these results, our students compet ed against the best and the brightest across the nation and rose to the top. Make the most of your time here at UNI so you are ready for whatever oppor tunity presents itself. Here are my top five tips for new students:1.Get involved in a stu dent organization. It’s a great way to make friends and develop leadership skills.
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COURTESY/UNI College of Business Dean Leslie Wilson wants students to make the best of their time at UNI.
COURTESY/UNI AAF UNI business students took home the trophy with a first place win at the District 9 National Student Advertising Competition in spring 2022, one of many accomplishments of the College of Business.
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Student Body President Leila Mašinović and Vice President Micaiah Krutsinger encourage involvement in student government as they strive to uplift unheard voices this school year.
Welcome back Panthers! On behalf of the Northern Iowa Student Government, we are happy to see you all back in classes – whether you are taking them online or in person. If you are new here, welcome to the University of Northern Iowa! We are so happy you chose UNI as your new home away from home. As your student body president and vice president, we have many goals for this upcoming year, but first, we want to talk about what we do as your student representa tives and how we can benefit you.Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) is a stu dent organization intended to represent the entire student body. We have students from many majors who are pas sionate about making UNI the best place it can be for current and future Panthers. Members of NISG often have initiatives they work on throughout the year to make the Panther experience better for everyone. Currently, we have members actively work ing on the menstrual prod uct initiative (partnered with Northern Iowa Feminists) to Welcome to UNI! You’ve chosen a great institution to prepare for a meaningful life and to launch your career. We have the credentials that prove our high quality including AACSB accredi tation, an honor achieved by only 5 percent of business schools worldwide. This accreditation symbolizes our dedication to your suc cess.Our faculty delivers a top-notch education through hands-on, real-world learn ing experiences and profes sional development inside and outside the classroom to make sure our graduates are prepared to go anywhere their dreams desire! What’s the proof? In the 2021-2022 academic year, our students took home top honors in manyOurcompetitions!accounting students placed second in the nation at the Deloitte FanTAXtic com petition. Our advertising and digital media students placed provide free pads and tam pons in restrooms, as well as the pronouns initiative which allows students to specify their pronouns on class rosters. Additionally, NISG representatives are working on providing more comprehensive mental health resources for all stu dents, and overall making your time as a Panther a pos itive one. These students are working tirelessly to make sure UNI is the best it can be for YOU! You can get involved or get your voice heard at our NISG Senate Meetings every Tuesday at 6 p.m. in Maucker Union’s University Room. They are open to the student body, no invitation required! On top of working on ini tiatives, we also have mem bers who work directly with our state legislators. These individuals are a part of the Legislative Liason Team. It is vital that as students we have a good standing rela tionship with our legislators as they are the ones that provide funding to UNI and keep our tuition low. These student representatives actively make connections with our legislators so those in the Capitol can stay up to date on what is happening here at UNI and hear direct ly from the students.
2. Plan to study abroad. International experiences broaden your horizons, and with our Fly Free program it’s cheaper than you might expect.3.Earn a professional credential. Earning an Excel certification, CPA, CFP or any credential shows you know your stuff!
University President Mark Nook sends new Panthers assurances of support, community and great opportunities to be found at UNI.
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Hale is also anticipating the arrival of the Ailey II modern dance company. “Alvin Ailey is a prolif ic dance figure in modern dance. He’s really revo lutionary in making sure that the arts and especially dance are accessible for all people, especially mar ginalized folks who might not have access, so I think having a show like Ailey II representing this prolific figure in the community is really special, and I per sonally am really excited for it because he has a really unique style of cho reography.”Thisyear, the Gallagher Bluedorn has increased the number of free UNI stu dent tickets from two per year to two each semester. Tickets for this season are on sale now and can be purchased in-person at the ticket office at the GBPAC or online at cometheirdentssorightworldderfulFalls.isartHalegramsjobgood,anStudentsvaletfrontwithpositionscampus,everHaleforrentlyupcomingevents.gbpac.com/TheGBPACalsocurhasopportunitiesstudentemployment.says,“Ifstudentsarewantingtoworkonwedefinitelyhaveopenbackstageourstagehandsorofhousewithouroreventmanagers.startat$12.50hour,soit’sareallyflexibleon-campussincemostofourproareintheevening.”Attheendoftheday,isgratefulfortheandculturetheGBPACabletobringtoCedar“It’sareallywonopportunitytohaveclassentertainmentinourownbackyard,Ireallyencouragestutostepoutsideofcomfortzoneandseeashow.”
The Gallagher Bluedorn’s Great Hall houses incredible performances year-round ranging from student music groups to local performers to world-class acts.
From the desk of Mark Nook Welcome to the University of Northern Iowa and congratulations on your acceptance to UNI. We are excited that you will be joining the Panther family this year. UNI is committed to helping each student reach their educational, profes sional and personal life goals. Faculty and staff know that to be successful in your life after UNI, it is important that you learn to set high goals for yourself and then develop a plan for reaching those goals. We will set high expec tations for your education and surround you with people to help you reach those expectations so that you will be able to reach your professional and per sonal life goals. As you work to meet these expectations and reach these goals, you will The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center has a jam-packed Fall 2022 Artist Series, bringing a new season of opportuni ties for world-class enter tainment to UNI students and the Cedar Valley com munity.Chris Hale, the mar keting manager at the Gallagher Bluedorn, describes the season say ing, “We have a lot of different shows that speak to everyone’s individu al interests, and I think most of our seasons do that, but this season espe cially does that with the wide array of programs we be supported by faculty, staff and your fellow UNI students.Thisprocess of setting and reaching your educa tional, professional and personal life goals begins at new student orientation. You will meet students, faculty and staff mem bers who will help you begin to understand what it takes to be successful at the University of Northern Iowa.You will also meet some of the people who will support you in edu cational, professional and personal develop ment.New student orienta tion is all about helping you learn to be success ful at YouUNI.will learn about our academic programs, how to register for class es, where to find aca demic and social services on campus, about oppor tunities to get involved in your residence halls and numerous student organizations, as well as about the coolest plac es to just hang out (my favorite is the purple and gold adirondack chairs near the Campanile).
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Panther Proud, — Mark A. Nook, UNI President have, starting off strong with “Hairspray,” which is a memorable show that’s now on national tour again.”Hale continues, “I think with many Gallagher Bluedorn seasons we try to understand that in the Cedar Valley we have a lot of audiences, and by that I mean we have kinder garteners who come in for the Kaleidoscope [Series] shows and the family shows, all the way through folks who might be later in life living in retirement communities coming to see shows like the “Million Dollar Quartet” because they grew up listening to Elvis and Johnny Cash.” The complete Fall 2022 Artist Series is as follows: -“Hairspray” (Sept. 13 and -Paul14) Reiser (Sept. 24) -Anat Cohen Quartentinho (Oct. -Disney’s15) “Winnie the Pooh” (Oct. 18) -“Jesus Christ Superstar” (Oct. 24 and 25) -Ailey II (Nov. 6) -“Million Dollar Quartet: Christmas” (Nov. 19) “I think of it lovingly like a hodgepodge of shows, but that’s intentional so every one, no matter who they are or what their interests are, feels like they can see something onstage that they connect to or that they can enjoy,” Hale adds.
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As a student suc cess-focused university, UNI faculty and staff members put the longterm success of our stu dentsFacultyfirst. bring their experiences and exper tise to the classroom and supplement their courses with knowledge gained through intensive research and discovery, as well as service and engagement.Youwill have oppor tunities to engage direct ly with faculty in their research, scholarship, creative work and pro fessional activities. Staff bring their experi ences and expertise to the residence halls, Academic Learning Center, academ ic advising, the Center for Multicultural Education Wellness and Recreation and many more student supportTheseservices.experiences with faculty and staff members help you develop the pro fessional skills and abil ities to be professionally successful immediately after graduation, and it all starts with new student orientation.Beprepared to meet new people and make new friends at orientation; it is your chance to show every one that you are Panther Proud!We look forward to meeting you this summer!
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Hale hopes that students in particular resonate with the Broadway staple that kicks off the series: “Hairspray.”“Itkicksoff our season, but it kicks off the school year too, so when students get through their first two or three weeks of class es, and they’re feeling the stress starting to creep in a little bit, why not take an evening on a Tuesday or Wednesday night to just sit back, relax and experience world class comedy and a great Broadway show right here on campus.”
Park only in areas valid for your permit or park in a non-visitor metered area. Most lots have restricted usage from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Read the signs posted at the entrance of each lot to see what restrictions apply. If you receive a ticket, you have the option of appealing the ticket within ten days of the violation issuance date. You can appeal a ticket on UNI parking’s website. Pay your parking ticket on time, or risk receiving a late fee in addition to the ticket amount. Invest in a good parking pass – C or CP lots are prefera ble for most students living on campus. Upgrade your parking pass through UNI Parking. Guests holding visitor park ing permits are not allowed in the meters without paying. The only exception is in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts lot and the Multimodal Transportation Center. Permits will be specific to the area in which they are valid Contact UNI Parking if you have any questions or concerns. The Parking Division is located in 30 Gilchrist Hall and is open Monday through Friday.
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Parking on a college cam pus can be intimidating, but never fear! Here is your guide to avoid those parking tickets and become an expert naviga tor of the many parking pass options and lots available to students.Make sure you have your parking pass displayed clear ly. Ensure your parking pass is displayed on your rearview mirror. If it is not displayed clearly, you may risk getting a ticket.
Places to study on campus
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From Maucker Union, Rod Library and the many different educational buildings on cam pus, the University of Northern Iowa has several different places for students to study. UNI stu dents share their favorite places to study on campus below.
Beyond what some students shared with us, there are a few more hidden gems around cam pus that are worth mentioning.
Sabin Hall has some of the best lighting on campus. With plenty of seating on the upper floors, Sabin Hall is a great place to get work done. It’s nor mally a pretty quiet building, and the comfy chairs on the second floor are amazing. If you have a class in Sabin, going in a little before and reading in one of their chairs is very relaxing. It’s a great place to grab a snack from their vending machine, knock some homework out, or get some reading done.
The Tree Room in Rod Cassie Williams, sophomore elementary education major: “My favorite spot to study on campus is the tree room in the youth section of the library! One wall is made up of windows, so the lighting is really refreshing. There’s a big fake tree in the corner of the room with branch es and leaves that stretch along the top of the room. There are cute rocking chairs to sit in, too! I’m an elementary educa tion major, so I usually need to check out books from the youth section, so it’s nice to do home work in an atmosphere that feels appropriate to the context of my homework. In general, it’s very relaxing, chill vibes.”
The Piazza Dining Center is pretty underrated when it comes to places to study. Once you find a spot you like, the Piazza has a nice atmosphere where you can eat breakfast, lunch or din ner and work at the same time. Some sort of headphones are recommended for when there are larger crowds, but normally there are a few quiet pockets sprinkled throughout the dining center. Having access to a vari ety of different foods and drinks while you work is definitely an added plus. The Adirondack Chairs Sprinkled throughout cam pus, the adirondack chairs give UNI a very cozy atmosphere. On nice, sunny days, the adirondack chairs are the perfect way to get some reading done and soak up the sun. You can find them in front of the Curris Business Building, in front of the ITTC, in the center of the Kameric Arts Building and throughout the rest of campus. The adiron dack chairs are a great outlet for relaxation while also being able to work. Not to mention, having access to UNI’s outdoors outlets definitely makes working on a computer outdoors a lot less stressful.
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Redeker Center Samantha Hilbert, sopho more public relations major: “I enjoy studying in the Redeker Center underneath Piazza. There are a lot of seating options including tall tables, larger tables for group work and comfortable couches and chairs. It is a really convenient spot when it is cold outside and I do not want to walk to the Union or the library. The noise level is never too high, but it is loud enough to feel comfortable working in groups. Having a computer lab nearby is very helpful when I have items I need to print. Lastly, Biscotti’s is also close by for a quick study snack or coffee to pick me up when needed!”
The Basement of Rod Library Jenna Louch, junior biolo gy and chemistry double major: “The basement of Rod Library is such a relaxing place to study; there’s not many people around so it’s a quiet space but at the same time you are allowed to talk as if you were on the first floor, so you don’t have to worry about being too loud. It’s a nice secluded place if you like to have minimal people around as you get your work done.”
Make look out for the purple and yellow chairs across campus!
Maucker Union Hayden Burke, sophomore communications and public relations major: “I love to study in the Union, personally. It’s not too quiet and not too noisy, and I can be surrounded by people but still have my own space. Besides that, there’s a bunch of different seating options, so depending on what work I need to get done, I can grab a table or one of the comfier chairs. There’s also little shops like Essentials and Chats, so if I want to grab a snack or a coffee while I work on something I can.”
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The UNI Botanical Center is a gorgeous area filled with nooks and crannies that are shielded by a plethora of plants. The greenhouse is a perfect place for students who are feeling blue. For those who’re self-conscious about crying in front of oth ers but still want some com pany, the Botanical Center contains a fish pond as well as two lovely tropical birds: Chiquita and Columbo. These angsty birds are both squawkers, so don’t worry about holding back sobs.
Campbell Courtyard Across from the Towers is a now abandoned dormitory known as Campbell Hall. The inside isn’t accessible to students, but there’s an opening outside that leads to the courtyard. The court yard doesn’t allow for much privacy since it’s expansive, but there are seldom any people. It’s a good place to go if one wants some peace on a nice day. Befriend a bird or UNI’s army of squir rels, and take a moment to slow down from the hectic life of a college student.
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Bartlett Hall Originally a dormitory, Bartlett Hall is now most known for being the home base of UNI’s Humanities and Social Science depart ments, Spanish department, the North American Review and the study abroad cen ter. This building is divided into two sections: Bartlett and East Bartlett. Although many faculty offices reside in Bartlett, many of the halls in this five-level “maze” are barely walked through. At the end of each hall way resides a library seat ing area. This area doesn’t have a door, but the wall shields anyone who decides to curl up in the corner. Since some of the people who roam Bartlett Hall are connected to literature and poetry as well as philosophy and psychology, stumbling upon someone contemplat ing life’s existence isn’t an unnatural occurrence.
Throughout Russell Hall and GBPAC are music prac tice rooms, and these rooms are accessible to all stu dents no matter their major or minor. These buildings have undergone some ren ovations, so some rooms are definitely more private than others. However, the sound of crying will defi nitely be lost amidst all the other students practicing their instruments. Besides, the noise of tears is famil iar to music students’ ears. A majority of the practice rooms contain a piano, so it’s the perfect place to play some sad chords and relish in those sad vibes.
ROD Library With four floors, there are plenty of places in Rod Library for students who are having stressful days. The library’s main floor is actually the second floor of the entire building, and they label the basement as the first floor. The basement contains the UNI Museum along with rows of book shelves and places to sit and study. There’s also a Keurig and vending machine area to buy drinks, food and K-cups for students that need a lit tle boost. The main floor has the most traffic area, but students can reserve the soundproof audio record ing room online at library.uni.edu/spaceshttps://as well as the study rooms on the upper floors. The study rooms aren’t the most soundproof, but there’s usu ally a lot less foot traffic. There are also seating areas on the top floors where one can solely look out the win dow and watch the world go by.
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Alcove Behind Chats Maucker Union is a hotspot among students for studying, socializing, and eating. Maucker contains a food court, Essentials con venience store and Chats coffeehouse. Behind Chats is a less populated area that’s way more spacious than it looks at first glance. In this alcove are nooks and crannies that make great places to cry. In the very back is a warm, cozy little spot. The area doesn’t have a door that separates it from the rest of the room, but stepping through the arch feels like one is being trans ported into a whole differ ent world. In this particular spot, students of the present can see the signatures and messages from the students of the past. A majority of the comments aren’t inspi rational per se, but it’s fasci nating to see the mark other students decide to leave on campus.
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UNI Health Clinic Located across from Lawther and beside Schindler is the UNI Health Clinic. Every UNI student is able to receive five free therapy sessions, and there is always a therapist on-call. This can be a great option when it comes to crying and needing to talk to someone, especially in the beginning of the semester. The earlier a student makes an appoint ment, the more options are available when it comes to scheduling. One-on-one therapy sessions can be daunting, so students may also go to group counseling sessions at specific times. There are different kinds of group sessions, such as anx iety, coping skills and even a group that plays games. There are also couples coun seling for the love birds at UNI. McCollum Science Hall McCollum Science Hall houses a majority of UNI’s science classes and has a surprising amount of comforting critters in the building. One of the first things someone may see when entering the building is the waterfall. Everyone is encouraged to openly shed their tears and aid the attraction’s water system. For those who want solitude, there are a multitude of areas with couches or small tables and chair with a large win dow that lets one overlook campus. On the bottom level of McCollum resides the sci ence department’s unofficial mascot, Steve the alligator. Down the hall from Steve, students can see a smaller alligator named Wally in his tank that’s located in the basement hallway. Initially, the thought of alligators may prompt tears from students, but these two reptiles have seen students from all walks of life. They’re also magnif icent listeners, so students shouldn’t be afraid to pour their hearts out. There are also smaller animals, such as turtles and fish, that would gladly keep you com pany through every celebra tion or heartbreak.
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“Academic-wise I would say start studying early, don’t let it get to like the week before the test to start studying the material, start going over it once you get the material. And then, socialwise, don’t be afraid to knock on peoples doors or when peoples doors are open don’t be afraid to say hi, that’s how I met my friends freshman year.”
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“Go outside your bubble. Everyone here is doing the exact same thing as you, because we’ve all left our comfortable spaces – like go out and meet all kinds of new people. That really the best thing you could do.”
“Make an effort to get involved. I came in here as a spring student. There’s always stuff going on here and things you can volunteer for or experience that are free and connect with new people. Don’t be afraid to talk to your professors or make friends in class. Oh and talk to many different advisors. If you don’t like your advisor go to career services and get a different one. That’s why I have certificates or a minor, because I looked outside of my major”
“If you’re struggling in a class always talk to the professor. If you are struggling with an assignment, see if they are available to accommodate you in any way if there’s an extension or explaining it a different way. The worse they can do is say no, but at the end of the day it’s worth a try and all professors appreciate open communication. Talk to your professors. Also, your professors are a resource. Find one you can bond with and that will be a resource later. They can write you recommendations for jobs later.”
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Managing Editor Emma Koehler has recently become a mother to a corgi. Hey Panthers! For those who are returning - welcome back to campus! For the new incoming class - welcome to the start of your journey at UNI! My name is Emma Koehler, and I am the man aging editor of the Northern Iowan for this upcoming school year. I am a digital media journalism major (so surprising right), and this upcoming year will be my final year at UNI. I am from Tama, Iowa and I transferred to UNI the spring of 2021, so I feel for other transfer students – sometimes the transfer adjustment is awk ward! Previously, I attend ed Ellsworth Community College and graduated with a degree in precision agricul ture. I have a huge passion for agriculture and journalism. I knew right away after transferring to UNI that I wanted to be involved with the school newspaper, I mean, it is Welcome new and returning Panthers! I want to happily welcome you to your first couple days on campus and know the Northern Iowan is glad to have you a part of this com munity. My name is Nixson Benitez and I am the exec utive editor for the 20222023 academic year. I am from Des Moines, Iowa and I am a proud Salvadoran! I am also a really huge sneak erhead and enjoy talking about shoes, fashion and music.Our newsroom has a huge role in our commu nity, as we inform you on the events going around campus – including news that have a huge effect on our students. My role in the newsroom entails lead ing projects and listening to students like you about things going on around campus.Iam really excited not only for the start of this semester, but the projects our team will be launch ing. This year is especial ly unique compared to any other year because the Northern Iowan will be cel ebrating its 130th anniver sary. There are not many organizations that get to see 130 years, and our team would like to celebrate and have you join us when we launch our golden issue and celebration event! I am also really look ing forward to working with our Managing Editor, Emma Koehler, News Editor Mallory Schmitz, Campus Life Editor Roundtree, Sports Editor David Warringtion and Spanish Editor Mayra Villanueva.Ourteam’s mission this year is to support student voices and intentionally bring our best craft forward to better inform the Panther community. We strive for the most effective, efficient, concise and honest news in each of our issues. values include: Access • Making our informa tion accessible to the Panther community. • Drive to produce and go above and beyond. Our team is focused on pro ducing and putting the best quality forward! to be united between the newsroom and community, accept ing everyone’s differ ences and uniting as one. Empowering support our student journalists and empow er those voices ly and externally. team aims to pro mote ly to produce the best con tent possible. If you feel there is something missing, feel free to email us a tip, or if you would like to express an opinion on things going on in our current climate, email me at benitezn@uni. edu and I would be happy to work with you in setting up an Forop-ed.now, please enjoy our student guide and the variety of content that will help you through your first couple weeks. Not only will you hear from student lead ers and faculty, but also some of the best foods and spots around Cedar Falls and Waterloo! I would highly recommend trying out Cottonwood Canyon, specifically the Jamerican grilled cheese! Let them know that I sent you! This year, is truly an exciting year and our edi tors and reporters are ready to inform you on what’s going around campus. Stay tuned and we will keep you Panthers on the prowl for news! my major after all! But besides that, I truly enjoy writing on just about any news subject and playing that storyteller role in news writing. Starting out at the newspaper during COVID was very awkward and uncomfortable. Most of my time writing was spent off-campus and for sure not actually attending any events that I was writing about. But coming back in the fall of 2021, I found comfort in being in the Northern Iowan offices in the basement of Maucker. Transitioning into the managing editor position last spring brought me a sense of family among the newspaper with the great people I get to work with and the amazing advisors that are there any time we need them. So this is the advice I have for you, no matter if you are an incom ing freshman or transfer, or returning to campus: find the people, place or major that calls to you like a long-lost family member. That com fort will support you in the hardest times and keep you going through your time here at UNI. The Northern Iowan is that for me. As for this student guide, I am so excited to offer this to UNI! I am proud of all of the hard work that has gone into it and I hope it can be a great resource for all those who read it as a great way to welcome everyone to campus once again! Be sure to take advantage of our merch give away, I would love to see you repping some Northern Iowan around campus! If you think the Northern Iowan might be something you want to get involved with, please reach out to myself or our Executive Editor, Nixson Benitez. We would love to have you join our team! Again, welcome Panthers! Have a great year! The Northern Iowan is so grateful to serve you as your campus, and beyond, news source!
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After a long, quiet sum mer around the University of Northern Iowa campus, stu dents are finally returning, and the campus will again be a buzzing place full of people and activities. With the start of the fall semester also comes the start of the 2022-23 athlet ic season. There are plenty of UNI teams that will be getting action underway during the fall semester, and they should have the support of Panther students all season long. Fortunately for all students at UNI, the university makes it very easy to attend sporting events. Unlike the other two Division I schools in the state, Iowa and Iowa State, admis sion to every single sporting event is free of charge to UNI students, including football and men’s basketball, which the other schools charge stu dents to attend. This makes it as easy as possible for UNI students to support Panther athletics.Oneteam that has already gotten their season start ed is the women’s soccer team. Coming off of a sea son in which they hosted a Missouri Valley Conference Tournament game, head coach Bruce Erickson has the Panthers ready to go for the 2022 season. This will also be UNI’s second season back on campus after several years of playing their home games in Waterloo. The UNI Soccer Field is behind the UNIDome, and is a great venue to take in a Panther soccer game.
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UNI students also have football season to look for ward to, with the season open er coming up on Sept. 3, the home opener Sept. 17. With a Panther team fresh off of another FSC playoff appear ance last season and hungry for more, there should be another talented Panther team on the field this season. The Missouri Valley Football Conference is once again the premier con ference in FCS football, with four conference teams ranked in the FCS preseason top 10. With Panther games played inside the UNI-Dome, one of the top venues in all of FCS football, Panther fans should be in for another great year rooting on the Panthers this season.Later this semester, when the leaves have fallen off the trees and the temperatures get cooler, it will be time for Panther basketball. The women had another standout season last year, getting within a game of qualifying for the NCAA Tournament, and still managing to get a postsea son win, taking down Kansas City in the first round of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament. The Panthers lost three starters to graduation, but return a lot of talent, espe cially young players that came off of the bench last season looking to make a big impact in a bigger role this year. The men are also coming off of a great season in 2021, clinching the Missouri Valley Conference regular season championship in a thrilling overtime victory over Loyola Chicago in front of a sold out McLeod Center. Like the women, the men also got a postseason victory, hitting the road to take down Saint Louis in the first round of the National Invitation Tournament. The Panthers lost a lot to grad uation, saying goodbye to four seniors including twotime MVC Player of the Year AJ Green, now signed to the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks. However, just like the wom en’s team, the men have plenty of young talent eager to get more playing time this year, including the MVC’s reigning Sixth Man of the Year Bowen Born.With so many exciting sto rylines to watch for between both the men’s and wom en’s basketball teams, and a beautiful arena to watch them compete in the form of the McLeod Center, students have the perfect opportunity to sup port their fellow Panthers in a fun, exciting environment. Make sure to get out to some games once basketball season gets rolling in November.
The UNI football team qualified for the FCS Playoffs once again last season, their fourth playoff trip in the last five seasons. The Panthers fell to Eastern Washington in the first round last year.
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The UNI men’s basketball team are the reigning Missouri Valley Conference regular season champions. They defeated Loyola Chicago at the McLeod Center in overtime to clinch the title last year.
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The UNI women’s soccer team is off to a hot start this season, defeating Grand View and South Dakota in their first two games of the season, winning both games by a score of 2-1. Sports Editor
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WOMEN’S SOCCER Sept. 17 - vs Sacramento State UNI-Dome - 4 PM Oct. 1 - vs Indiana State UNI-Dome - 4 PM Oct. 8 - vs Illinois State UNI-Dome - 4 PM Oct. 15 - vs Utah Tech UNI-Dome - 4 PM Oct. 22 - vs Missouri State UNI-Dome - 4 PM Nov. 5 - vs South Dakota State UNI-Dome - 4 PM FOOTBALL Sept. 9 - vs Western Michigan McLeod Center - 6:30 PM Sept. 10 - vs SEMO McLeod Center - 12 PM Sept. 10 - vs Grand Canyon McLeod Center - 7 PM Oct. 7 - vs Bradley McLeod Center - 6 PM Oct. 8 - vs Illinois State McLeod Center - 7 PM Oct. 11 - vs Drake McLeod Center - 6 PM Oct. 14 - vs UIC McLeod Center - 6 PM Oct. 15 - vs Valparaiso McLeod Center - 7 PM Oct. 28 - vs Murray State McLeod Center - 6 PM Oct. 29 - vs Belmont McLeod Center - 5 PM Nov. 11 - vs Southern Illinois McLeod Center - 6 PM Nov. 12 - vs Missouri State McLeod Center - 5 PM VOLLEYBALL
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Aug. 25 - vs Nebraska Omaha UNI Soccer Park - 4 PM Aug. 28 - vs Saint Ambrose UNI Soccer Park - 1 PM Sept. 1 - vs South Dakota State UNI Soccer Park - 4 PM Sept.1 5 - vs St. Thomas UNI Soccer Park - 4 PM Sept. 11 - vs Iowa UNI Soccer Park - 1 PM Sept. 17 - vs Valparaiso UNI Soccer Park - 12 PM Sept. 25 - vs Missouri State UNI Soccer Park - 1 PM Oct. 6 - vs Drake UNI Soccer Park - 3 PM Oct. 20 - vs Murray State UNI Soccer Park - 3 PM Oct. 23 - vs Belmont UNI Soccer Park - 12 PM
Nov. 1 - vs Cornell College McLeod Center - Time TBA Nov. 7 - vs St. Thomas McLeod Center - Time TBA Nov. 13 - vs Saint Louis McLeod Center - Time TBA Nov. 16 - vs Iowa State McLeod Center - Time TBA Nov. 20 - vs Creighton McLeod Center - Time TBA Dec. 6 - vs North Dakota State McLeod Center - Time TBA
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The fall athletics schedule is underway here at UNI, with the women’s soccer team kick ing off the fall sports season with 2-1 victories over Grand View and South Dakota. This will be a busy semester on campus, with women’s soccer already underway, football and volleyball set to begin within the next couple weeks, and men’s and women’s basketball coming up in early November. On UNI’s campus you will find some of the best athlet ic facilities in all of mid-ma jor college football. With the newly opened UNI Soccer Park, UNI’s women’s soccer team is enjoying just its sec ond season back on campus after several years of playing home games in Waterloo. The UNI-Dome is one of the most unique and enjoyable places to take in a game in all of FCS football, and the McLeod Center is a perfect venue to enjoy watching the talented Panther basketball players. To make sure students are able to cheer on their fellow Panthers at as many events as possible, here is a full list of all athletic events taking place on UNI’s campus during the fall semester. For live sched ules and to find start times for basketball games when they are announced, go to unipan thers.com.
The UNI women’s basketball team came within a game of reaching the NCAA Tournament this past season. They will begin their season with an exhibition against Cornell College on Nov. 1, followed by their opening game against St. Thomas on Nov. 7, both taking place inside the McLeod Center. PHOTO / UNI ATHLETICS
Nov. 2 - vs Dubuque McLeod Center - Time TBA Nov. 7 - vs Wartburg McLeod Center - Time TBA Nov. 26 - vs Northern Illinois McLeod Center - Time TBA Dec. 6 - vs Toledo McLeod Center - Time TBA Dec. 9 - vs McNeese State McLeod Center - Time TBA Dec. 12 - vs South Florida McLeod Center - Time TBA
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