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Columnist Lennon Janes writes on how self-proclaimed LGBTQ+ allyship is dangerous.

Men’s basketball beats Bradley and Drake.

The Campus Activity Board (CAB) is looking for new members.

Supporting survivors at UNI Bookstore Person Student leaders share resources UNI offers for survivors of sexual assault BAILEY KLINKHAMMER Staff Writer

According to RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence network, women ages 18 to 24 are at an elevated risk of sexual violence, especially on college campuses. The University of Northern Iowa, their organizations, student organizations and student leaders are all working to make UNI a safer, more equitable place. Student leaders Samantha Bennett, Student Body President, Leah Gutknecht, Title IX Officer and Assistant to the President for Compliance & Equity Management, Cora Patterson, Director of Gender Violence Prevention for Northern Iowan Student Government, and Madeline Hinz, President of the Northern Iowan Feminists, all weighed in about what UNI’s doing to keep their students safe. “UNI is in the process of rolling out Green Dot, a program focused on creating long-term change by building a culture of respect and safe-

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Mikal Settle’s apparel will be featured in the UNI Bookstore the month of February EMMA KOEHLER Staff Writer

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Clockwise from top left: The Riverview Center offers support for survivors of sexual violence, NI Feminists are working to educate UNI’s campus on sexual assault, OCEM is a central resource for survivors of sexual violence on campus, and NISG is working on several programs related to sexual violence.

ty.” Gutknecht said, shedding light on what progress UNI is making to continue to make a safer campus. “Our goals for Green Dot include cultivating a community of safety and respect, empower staff, faculty and students to help oth-

ers and prevent interpersonal violence, and lower the rates of gender and interpersonal violence on our campus and in our community.” See RESOURCES FOR SA, page 2

Mikal Settle, UNI alum of 2020 and founder of Blaise Training, will have a pop-up apparel feature in UNI’s bookstore for the month of February. Settle’s business, known as Blaise Training, is a personal training hub for physical and mental development that offers individual sessions, fitness coaching, online training, workout programs and apparel. Featured apparel includes a specially designed panther shirt, clothing with Settle’s business logo and Blaise Training leggings.

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Two from Mason City arrested by CFPD CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN News Editor

UNI students received an emergency alert at 2:06 a.m. on Sunday Feb. 6 warning of shots fired near 22nd and College St. The suspect listed was a black male wearing black jeans and a black coat. The all clear was sent out at 4:14 a.m., stating the Cedar Falls Police Department had cleared the scene and the suspect was still at large. According to KWWL, one person has died from their injuries in the shooting while another person is in critical condition currently being treated at MercyOne. The identities of the two victims have not been released at this time. Police arrested Daniel Judon and Brandon Mitchell of Mason City for the shooting. Mitchell is charged with attempted murder, intimidation with a dangerous weapon and control of a firearm by a felon while Judon is charged with intimidation with a dangerous weapon.

The best comfort food in Cedar Falls See UNI ALUM, page 2

From crepes to kahula pork sandwiches, local restuarants offer a variety of tasty foods SYDNEY COLOFF Staff Writer

It’s February. The temperature is below freezing and we’ve forgotten what the sky looks like without a blanket of clouds. Whether you experience the winter blues or just miss seeing the sun, we all could use a treat to help us through this season. Although it may not be the perfect solution, comfort food can make your day a little brighter, and there are so many great restaurants to choose from. Read on to get a glimpse into the tastiest that Cedar Falls has to offer. Located on the first block of Main Street, Tata Yaya is run by a small family from Thailand. Wanida, Evaron and Rada opened the restau-

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George’s Local opened last year on Main Street and offers tasty food as well as a cozy atmosphere to eat.

Tata Yaya is locally run by a small family from Thailand. They offer a variety of sweet and savory treats.

rant back in December of 2019. They offer a variety of sweet and savory crepes and waff les, as well as espresso drinks and Thai tea. The restaurant’s name captures the welcoming

atmosphere that the family hope to create, saying “Ta means maternal grandfather [in Thai] and Ya is paternal grandmother. We chose this name because we want people to come in and feel like

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Icon Donuts, located on Algonquin Dr., offers a mouth watering variety of donuts and beverages.

they’re at their grandparents’ house— comfortable, happy, and leaving with a full stomach.” A brand-new addition to the Cedar Falls restaurant scene is Bobby Q’s Hawaiian BBQ. Bobby Q’s started out

as a food truck and officially opened its brick-and-mortal location last November, serving “comfort foods of the Hawaiian Islands.” See COMFORT FOOD, page 2

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Behind Settle’s logo, apparel, and his own last name is the phrase “Never Settle,” a motivation to keep working and achieve goals. “It’s having something that is going to give people the motivational factor as far as not just clothing, but in any aspect of their life,” said Settle. Settle recalled reaching out to the UNI bookstore as one of his goals for his business to gain more exposure. Bookstore retail manager, Sally Rayzor, decided it could be a great opportunity for both Settle and the bookstore. Funny enough, Rayzor and her team of assistant buyer and f loor coordinator, Tami Popenhagen, and marketing specialist, Alex Brandt, were already having thoughts about how to feature individuals of UNI in the bookstore. “Just to be able to bring that into the store and create a culture of welcoming and

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UNI alum Mikal Settle will be on campus Feb. 21 to share more about his entrepreneurial journey.

pride in the alma mater,” said Rayzor. “It was kind of a coincidence that we were talking about that before Mikal reached out to us, so when I looked at his apparel, I thought this would be a really good fit!” Rayzor and her team suggested Settle’s apparel be featured in the winter months of the new year, as it is usually a slower month, and more people are inclined to become involved in their health and fitness. Settle had similar thoughts,

especially as February is Black History Month. “You have a young black entrepreneur here, people are more likely to support during this time,” said Settle. “To have it in the bookstore during Black History Month, at the school I graduated from, I feel like that’s history in itself.” As for the future, Settle hopes to continue to expand his apparel across college campuses. Even further into the future, he hopes for his business to become even

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The Green Dot training program is meant to effectively train students on bystander intervention in situations that involve sexual violence. Bennett also discussed the positive effects of the Green Dot program. “Green Dot is a proven, effective tool in combating gender violence and tackles the root of these occurrences. Prevention starts with examining the way we view and treat each other, and calling out the behaviors that we know often act as predecessors to gender violence.” Bennett also discussed how it is always the right time to start implementing further safety precautions for preventing sexual violence. “You’re not going to find this mythical, “perfect” time to talk about these things, and dragging our feet about implementing it only hurts our campus and our survivors. I’m sure most survivors would tell you their traumas didn’t come at the most convenient time for them either - sexual assault

doesn’t care about your calendar.” Beyond implementing the Green Dot program at the University, UNI has a strong partnership with the Riverview Center in Waterloo. “UNI currently offers office space to Riverview Center for them to meet with students on campus. In addition, UNI partners with a number of advocacy agencies. Each of them has a specialty

area or population that they work with,” said Gutknecht. “UNI intentionally partners with a number of community resources in order to provide connections to any resources that are not provided directly on campus.” Both Patterson and Hinz discussed their involvement with the Riverview Center. “Riverview does a great job with the work they do for sexual assault survivors, and

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VOLUME 118, ISSUE 32 bigger to be able to give his family and friends a place within it. It is important to Settle to generate generational wealth from his business as a secure foundation for those most important to him. Also of interest is to implement additional technology in terms of his training and apparel to continue to improve and spread his motivation. “The key is always being willing to learn and if you’re always willing then you’re probably never going to give up and if you are willing to learn from any position you’re put in, there is no way you can lose,” said Settle. Settle will be on campus on Feb. 21 to share more about his entrepreneurial journey and how to start and grow a business. More on his business, Blaise Training, and his apparel, Never Settle, can be found on his website at btneversettle.store and Instagram at blaisetraining. Northern Iowa Feminists has worked with them in the past and recently with planning outreach on campus and events that promote education and discussion for students,” Hinz said. Outside of also being involved in NI Feminists, Patterson described her involvement with the Riverview Center. “For starters, I’m an active volunteer at the Riverview Center, so I’d be more than happy to help anyone needing assistance.” Bennett also described her interactions with the Riverview Center and how it directly impacted her life. “Their advocates, when I interacted with them, were able to meet survivors where they were at. Personally, I found them easy to connect with, but I can only speak from my own experience.” UNI is implementing the Green Dot program, and has an external partnership with the Riverview Center, but offers other ways of supporting survivors.

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George’s Local opened last year on Main Street and features multiple tables surrounding firepits on their patio, and they aren’t letting the cold stop anyone from enjoying them. Customers can reserve an igloo to dine in, staying warm while still enjoying the outdoors. George’s offers a variety of sandwiches, f latbreads and steaks, and also offers brunch every Sunday from 9AM - 2PM. They offer classics like biscuits and gravy, french toast and breakfast pizza. With his restaurant Cottonwood Canyon “The House,” Randolph Bryan brings the f lavors of Jamaica to the Cedar Valley. Located a few blocks off main with a sister location in Waterloo, the restaurant offers their home-roasted coffee beans as well as espresso drinks and a cozy atmosphere to study at. Grab a gourmet grilled cheese, a Jamaican jerk sandwich or an avocado rice bowl while you’re there. Make your day a little bit sweeter with a trip to ICON Donuts & Sweetery. Located at 4505 Algonquin Drive, the shop offers tiedyed donuts, a donut decorated with the album art from Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side of the Moon” and a cereal-covered donut aptly named “The Breakfast Club.” ICON is there for you when you need a sugary pick-me-up.

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Cottonwood Canyon offers the flavors of Jamaica to Cedar Valley offering Jamaican jerk sandwiches or avocado rice bowls.

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Self proclaimed LGBTQ+ allyship is dangerous territory LENNON JANES

Opinion Columnist

Over my years of being a student at UNI I have had people ask me every now and then about my experience on campus. Most of the time I’m asked about how I feel when openly anti-LGBTQ+ organizations come to campus to make their sentiments known. Obviously, this isn’t a comfortable experience for me but the reality is; it is so much worse when I meet a self–proclaimed ally who expects me to look to them for support when they can’t or won’t supply that. What I mean by this, is the knowing complacency in situations that harm LGBTQ+ people. I’m talking about the people that claim allyship but won’t stand up for their coworkers or classmates when they have something to lose. Even worse, I’m talking about the people that claim allyship that continuously misgender their transgender “friends” and apologize but at the same time refuse to put in the work to get better. Being an ally is not just going to pride, a drag show, or waving a rainbow flag it’s real,

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hard work. Even if someone identifies as an ally and does consistently commit to doing actual beneficial work for the LGBTQ+ community, I always wonder how long it has been since they have been critical of their allyship. Are they supporting all of the community or just the cis white gay men that they find charming? Are they acknowledging the disproportionate oppression

that goes on even within the LGBTQ+ community due to racism? Just because there is effort doesn’t mean that there is genuine allyship. Some may wonder how to become or start being an ally, so they turn to the UNI Safe Zone Training which while educational still doesn’t make someone an ally. Don’t get me wrong, I think Safe Zone Ally training is a great place to start

- but means little if that’s where allyship ends. Around campus I frequently see the safe zone ally placard and I used to think, “wow, it’s so nice to see all the people that have committed to my safety and inclusion as a queer person.” That’s the thing though, I used to think this but now all I see is a performative emblem that means next to nothing to me. Going through safe zone ally training means

one thing; someone showed up on one day of their life to learn about the realities of life for LGBTQ+ persons. After that, it is up to that person to hold themselves accountable. It doesn’t mean that they are continuing to put in the work and commitment to be a better ally, and it definitely doesn’t mean that they aren’t consistently doing harm to LGBTQ+ community around them. If accountability is lost in allyship, then progress towards a more inclusive and equitable environment can halt. This isn’t to say that I expect perfection in allyship, but I do expect for people to think critically about what it means to be an ally. Being critical of institutions, systems and oneself is a part of the essence of what LGBTQ+ allyship means. Building trust between community members can rely on the vulnerability that comes with criticism, but ultimately this could create a better world for members of the LGBTQ+ community that are disproportionately affected by it.

Watch your langauge about sensitive issues ABIGAIL SAATHOFF

Opinion Columnist

Editor’s Note: The following content contains sensitive langauge so readers discretion is advised. When I was 11 years old, I first learned what suicide was. When I was 12, I was told for the first time that someone I knew had suicidal thoughts. When I was 13, someone at my neighboring middle school died by suicide. When I was 16, one of my classmates died by suicide. At the age of 20, I know hundreds of people who have been touched by suicide in one way or another. This is the reason why when I hear the words “I’m going to kill myself,” in a class or my house, or in a hallway, or the library, I stop dead in my tracks, rather than laugh along with the rest of the group. Sometimes people say they want to kill themselves over a test, or a tiny mistake, or a spill

in the kitchen, or something falling on the ground, or having to go to work, or going to a meeting. These words “I’m going to kill myself,” said so flippantly, you would hardly remember the severity of the words. Hearing those words is almost painful, they send a shock of panic through my body, before the relaxation at the recognition of a joke, then hours later, I wonder if they were actually joking. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, “Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States,” and in 2019 just under 50,000 people died by suicide. That means it is fairly likely that at least one of your friends, classmates or acquaintances that heard you joke about killing yourself has been touched by suicide. The use of this language in everyday conversation also serves to diminish the severity of it, making it more difficult for one to admit they really do want to kill themselves.

Even more so, according to the CDC, “Suicide is the second leading cause of death for people ages 10-34,” the very age bracket that we as college students fall into. We may think that suicide is a far-away concept, but it truly hits close to home. Along with this, “Understanding College Students Most at Risk for Suicidal Behavior” from Timely MD found that “college students in a new environment can experience increased suicidal ideation.” The prominence of struggles with mental health is high in college, meaning using language like “I’m going to kill myself” in a joking manner is particularly inappropriate. Now, I don’t expect you to completely delete this term from your language overnight, but I do ask that the next time you encounter a minor inconvenience and your first thought is to say “I’m going to kill myself” that you reconsider.

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2021 Oscar nomination predictions HUNTER FRIESEN Film Critic

It’s that time once again when the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences chimes in with what they think are the best that cinema had to offer in 2021. They’ll have a lot of worthy options to pick from when deciding their nominees. Some people’s dreams will come true, and some people’s will be crushed. But that’s just how the game is played. In this article, I’ll be doing a dive into the above-the-line categories, giving predictions and analysis on who will likely show up. The Academy will announce its nominees on the morning of Feb.8. *Nominees are listed in order of likelihood to be nominated, with the first listed being the most likely. Best Supporting Actor NOMINEES: Kodi SmitMcPhee, Troy Kotsur, Ciarán Hinds, Jared Leto, Bradley Cooper After Paul Raci broke ground last year as a nominee born from deaf parents, Troy Kotsur will surely become the first male deaf nominee in Academy history. His “CODA” co-star, Marlee Matlin, was the first deaf nominee back in 1986. The other frontrunner in this category is Kodi SmitMcPhee, with Ciarán Hinds sitting comfortably in the middle. Jared Leto will get in for his gonzo “House of Gucci” performance, which will also net him a Razzie nomination. The last slot is between

Bradley Cooper and Ben Affleck, who each have something working against them. Affleck gives a great performance in a movie no one cares about in “The Tender Bar,” and Cooper appears in only 5% of the total runtime of “Licorice Pizza.” But Cooper is beloved, and has been nominated eight previous times across the acting, writing, and producing categories, so that’ll probably give him the edge here. Best Supporting Actress NOMINEES: Ariana DeBose, Caitríona Balfe, Kirsten Dunst, Aunjanue Ellis, Ruth Negga Rita Moreno won the 1961 Oscar for her role as Anita in “West Side Story,” and now Ariana DeBose will likely win the 2021 Oscar for the same role. Caitríona Balfe, Kirsten Dunst, Aunjanue Ellis all sit comfortably, with Ruth Negga and Ann Dowd fighting for the fifth spot. Both “Passing” and “Mass” are underseen movies that showcase undeniable work from both actresses. Negga, a previous nominee for “Loving,” will probably come out on top with the support of her precursor nominations at BAFTA, Golden Globe, and SAG; with Dowd appearing at Critics Choice and BAFTA. Best Leading Actor NOMINEES: Will Smith, Benedict Cumberbatch, Andrew Garfield, Denzel Washington, Peter Dinklage Smith, Cumberbatch, Garfield and Washington are all locks

at this point. Three actors vye for the fifth slot between Peter Dinklage, Javier Bardem, and Leonardo DiCaprio. Dinklage and Bardem are neck-andneck, with DiCaprio on the outside looking in. Dinklage’s nomination would be his welcoming into the film scene after spending years on television, which netted him four Emmy awards. Bardem is a previous Oscar winner and could be boosted if “Being the Ricardos” overperforms. My money goes on Dinklage in a close call. Best Leading Actress NOMINEES: Nicole Kidman, Lady Gaga, Jessica Chastain, Kristen Stewart, Olivia Colman A category that was once was chaos has now been whittled down and has become the easiest to pick. During the reshuffling over the months, Nicole Kidman has replaced Kristen Stewart as the frontrunner, with previous nominees Chastain, Colman and Gaga rounding out. Best Original Screenplay NOMINEES” “Belfast,” “Licorice Pizza,” “Don’t Look Up,” “King Richard,” “Being the Ricardos” This group seems to be pretty much set in stone, with everyone except Zach Baylin (“King Richard”) being previous nominees/winners. The next closest competition comes from Michael Sarnoski for “Pig” and previous category winner Pedro Almodóvar for “Parallel Mothers.” Neither of them have picked

site or visit the link on their bio on Instagram (uni_cab). The application process is really easy, all you do is input your basic information and they will set up an interview with each applicant. Beyer strongly encourages students to apply. She says, “the biggest thing that students will get out of CAB is leadership experience, time management, marketing, hospitality, teamwork and the chance to plan their own event from start to finish.” But if you’re not interested in applying make sure to check out some of their upcoming events: Casino Night on Feb. 8, Coffeehouse Karaoke on Feb. 24 and Sip & Paint on March 22. Beyer is excited for Panther Hot One on March 30 where students have the chance to try the world’s hottest hot sauces. If you plan on going to these events make sure you register for the event on the CAB website or the link in their Instagram bio (uni_cab).

For Beyer she has been involved in CAB since her freshman year and she says, “this organization has taught me so much about myself and has helped me grow into the person I am today.” She really encourages people to get involved on campus. “Even if it is not CAB, I encourage students to get involved on campus. We work very closely with the Office of Student involvement and we really want students to get involved in something that they are passionate about. There are over 200 clubs and organizations on campus, and there is something out there for everyone.” Find more event information on CAB’s website. union.uni.edu/campus-activities-board

CAB seeking new members KARLA DE BRUIN Managing Editor

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is currently looking for new members. CAB organises many events on campus throughout the school year. Some of the more popular events include Maucker Union Live, Sip & Paint and concerts like Sean Kingston last semester. Helen Beyer, CAB’s director of operations says, “CAB is an extremely important organization here on campus because it allows you to take a break from classes and homework and anything else you have going on, and escape to do something entertaining. We absolutely love seeing joy students have when they come to events. Whenever a student comes up to us and tells us how much they loved the event, that lets us know that we are creating a difference on campus.” To apply to be a part of CAB you can go to their web-

up the necessary precursors to be a threat to the status quo, so it seems like everything will go as predicted. Best Adapted Screenplay NOMINEES: “The Power of the Dog,” “West Side Story,” “CODA,” “Drive My Car,” “The Lost Daughter” It’s no doubt who the eventual winner will be as Jane Campion’s adaptation has been a steamroller this season. Tony Kushner has been nominated for each of his previous two collaborations with Steven Spielberg, and he’s expected to be nominated again for his raved update to “West Side Story.” “CODA” sits in the middle, with several others jockeying for the final two spots. “Dune” will be the nomination leader, but it does have the sci-fi bias working against it. I’m predicting the spots will go to the more Academyfriendly material of Ryûsuke Hamaguchi’s “Drive My Car” and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Lost Daughter.” And then there’s always the possibility of Joel Coen sneaking in unannounced for “The Tragedy of Macbeth.” Best Director NOMINEES: Jane Campion, Denis Villeneuve, Steven Spielberg, Paul Thomas Anderson, Kenneth Branagh There are six people fighting for five spots, with Campion, Villeneuve and Spielberg locked in. This nomination will be Spielberg’s eighth total, giving him the third-most of all-time. Anderson and Branagh have the last spots for now, with

Hamaguchi knocking on the door. I foresee those two keeping their seats as they both netted the necessary Directors Guild nomination, and have quite the illustrious reputation within the industry. Best Motion Picture NOMINEES: “The Power of the Dog,” “Belfast,” “West Side Story,” “Dune,” “Licorice Pizza,” “King Richard,” “CODA,” “Don’t Look Up,” “Being the Ricardos,” “Drive My Car” It’s the first year the Academy will have a locked set of 10 nominees, meaning we no longer have to guess how many movies will be nominated. We have eight locks from “Power of the Dog” down to “Don’t Look Up,” with the final two spots between the four films of “Being the Ricardos,” “Drive My Car,” “Tick, Tick…Boom!” and “House of Gucci.” The Academy has responded well to Aaron Sorkin’s (“Being the Ricardos”) work in the past, with his “The Trial of the Chicago 7” almost winning the whole thing last year. “House of Gucci” is too divisive, and “Tick, Tick… Boom!’s” only other likely nomination will be for Andrew Garfield’s lead performance. That leaves “Drive My Car” as the prime candidate for the final spot, as it has resounding critical support and fits the Academy’s goal to reward more international films.

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Ghastly creatures haunting UNI Editors Note: This article is from the Northern Iowan on Oct. 31 2003 There are a few patrons of UNI’s campus that are a bit more “ghoulish” than most. Ghost Zelda and Augie have been haunting UNI and calling the campus home for many, many years. Zelda has taken a leading role, as Strayer-Wood Theatre’s premiere poltergeist and Augie has been living with the ladies of Lawther Hall for many years than many of the current residents have been born. The exact date that either ghost first appeared is hard to determine. As early as 1963, Zelda was described in the student newspaper, The College Eye, as “the spirit of the theatre that is neither seen nor heard.”

Reports of Augie began appearing in the student newspapers around 1977 when he reportedly changed the lettering on a bulletin board outside one room to say, “Augie will return to haunt Bordeaux House.” Before beginning her days of fright in Strayer-Wood Theatre, Zelda was said to live in the basement of the Old Auditorium, now known as Lang Hall, which was then the home of college dramatic performances. However, in 1978, StrayerWood Theatre opened for productions and it is believed that Zelda moved with the Theatre Department to the new surroundings. “The legend of Zelda haunting the theatre is an old one,” Jascenna HaisletCarlson, Theatre UNI marneeds.

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The main source of support for survivors on campus comes from the Office of Compliance & Equity Management, or OCEM. “OCEM is the central source of assistance to those impacted by gender violence. They work to provide information on resources as well as options for resolution,” said Gutknecht. “In addition, OCEM works with survivors to provide supportive measures that vary greatly, depending on individual

notes to professors, schedule adjustments, assistance with policy exceptions, no contact orders, etc.” Conversely, Bennett discussed her interactions with OCEM, not only the support she received, but the support she didn’t receive - or couldn’t. “I know the staff in OCEM truly want to help survivors as much as possible, and I personally believe that OCEM does whatever they are able to in pursuit of that goal keyword being: ‘able to.’”

keting director and publicist said. “I don’t have any Zelda stories, but students do. We’re working on an alumni newsletter and asking alumni about their encounters with Zelda, so hopefully we’ll get some good stories.” Tales of Zelda’s antics abound. Many theatre students and faculty say that she appears when all the lights are shut off. According to some, Zelda also yells insults, open and closes, plays the piano and sounds like a baby crying. The theatre department has given “Zelda Awards” to those who have had strange experiences in the theatre. As legend states, during World War II, UNI became a training camp for Navy WAVES and Lawther served as an infirmary for wounded soldiers. Augie is believed to

Federal restrictions make it hard for university services to provide as much support as they can, and that, “survivors’ needs may sometimes fall outside the scope of what OCEM can do,” according to Bennett. Outside of just OCEM, UNI has two Title IX Officers, Leah Gutknecht and Kaylee Michelson, who work to connect student survivors to resources, support and advocacy. Through the Green Dot program, the Riverview Center, and OCEM and their Title IX Officers, UNI provides mul-

be a World War II soldier who died in the building when it was an infirmary. “I’ve heard that he was in love with one of the nurses that treated him,” Joe Haeffel, first-year Lawther Hall Coordinator, said. In year’s past, residents of Lawther have celebrated Augie’s presence by creating haunted houses in the attic. Unfortunately, due to fire restrictions, the houses have ceased to exist. At first, it was thought that Augie lived in the building of the attic, but now many believe that he wanders throughout the entire building. “I have not had any encounters with Augie,” Haeffel said, “but people blame Augie on lots of strange things that happen in the building. A light switch will be on or a tv will

tiple resources for survivors. “There are many resources waiting to help students impacted by SA, but one of many issues lies in the fact that not all students know where to find them, or that these resources are even there to begin with,” said Hinz. For students, there are many resources available at UNI, and outside of it. Students can find online resources through UNI at equity.uni.edu and safety.uni.edu. The Title IX Office can be found at Gilchrist 117, and the phone number for that office is (319)

be on when they thought they had turned it off and they’ll say “it must be Augie the ghost.” Haeffel said that the hall keeps a record of residents the friendly ghosts. According to university archives, in 1992, a resident assistant claimed to have seen a man in a striped outfit walking down the hall while the building was closed. She said the man vanished into the women’s restroom. When the resident assistant went into the restroom

273-2846. The Riverview Center’s Waterloo location can be reached at the number (319) 939-9599, and the local hospitals have a 24 hour emergency line for those in need at (888) 557-0310. UNI has resources for survivors, although sometimes they can be hard to find. The resources listed here have helped many survivors, and will continue to support survivors here at UNI.

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The UNI men’s basketball team improved to 9-3 in Missouri Valley Conference play with victories over Bradley on Wednesday and on the road against Drake on Saturday. They have won their last four games nine of their last 11 to improve to a second-place standing in the Valley.

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Panthers defeat conference rivals Bradley, Drake CADEN SHEA

Sports Writer

The UNI men’s basketball looked strong this week as they took down two MVC opponents this week when they defeated Bradley University at home on Feb. 1 and Drake in Des Moines on Feb. 5. These victories extended the Panther’s current win streak to four wins as move closer to the top of the conference standings Wednesday’s game against Bradley was a sort of revenge game for the Panthers as they were defeated by these same Braves in Peoria 71-69 early in the season. This game was also a chance to break a four game win streak held

by Bradley. The Panthers got off to a slow start early into the game as they trailed 10-3 about six minutes into the game. However, led by strong defense and consistent threepoint shooting, the Panthers were able to steer clear of the deficit and take a 37-28 halftime lead The second half of the game was another strong showing for the Panthers as they took the game into the next level. They led by as many as 25 points in the second half and never let Bradley get into their rhythm offensively. Noah Carter and Trae Berhow both scored 19 points to lead the offensive effort for UNI. Berhow’s 5-7 from the 3-point arc helped cement this game in favor of the Panthers

as they won yet another crucial conference game late in the season. UNI’s next challenge came against the Drake Bulldogs in Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday night. The Bulldogs recently defeated the Panthers 82-74 in an overtime duel at UNI on Jan. 22, making this yet another revenge game for the UNI Panthers this week. UNI went into this game looking to score yet another conference win, this time against an in-state rival. The Bulldogs started the game hot, going on a 7-0 run to open the game. This first half was highly contested between the two teams as they traded points for the bulk of it. Drake led by as many as ten in the first half One strength of this

game was the Panthers’ ability to grab offensive rebounds as they managed to record eight in the first half alone. The Bulldogs finished the half on top with the Panthers trailing 36-34. The second half was yet another hot affair for both teams. Neither team could really carry momentum in this half with the lead changing 13 times over the course of it. The UNI team played a very physical game to contest with the Bulldogs. They rarely avoided contact and managed to make their way to the free throw line on several occasions. UNI led by three points with less than two minutes remaining in regulation. However, a layup by Drake player Roman Penn with thirteen seconds remain-

ing would send both teams into yet another overtime game this year. The overtime was a shining example of what this Panthers team has become over the season as UNI held the Bulldogs to only one field goal in overtime, outscoring them 11-6 in the extra time. The Panthers were led by Carter with 26 points and seven rebounds while Tywhon Pickford led in rebounds for the Panthers with 12. The Panthers look to continue their current winning streak with a game at home against Southern Illinois on Wednesday, Feb. 9 at the McLeod Center. They will then hit the road to Chicago as they face Loyola-Chicago on Sunday, Feb 13.

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UNI wrestling extends dual win streak to six DREW HILL

Sports Writer

The UNI wrestling team faced Air Force on Friday, Feb. 4, in the West Gym. UNI had won four straight duals, all in Big 12 play, to improve to a 5-5 record overall and a 4-2 record in conference duals. Air Force came in with a 3-4 record and a 1-4 mark in the Big 12. UNI and Air Force had already faced each other in Colorado earlier this season, with UNI winning that matchup. This time around featured a dominant Panther effort, as UNI won 31-6 and eight out of ten matches. This dual featured a dominant start from UNI, as they won the first six matches out

of the gate. In the 125-pound match, Brody Teske got the Panthers started off with an 8-5 decision. Kyle Biscoglia earned a fall at 133 pounds, extending the Panther lead to 9-0, while Cael Happel picked up a 13-4 major decision win in the 141-pound match to lengthen the lead to 13-0. The next three matchups included decision wins by Colin Realbuto in the 149-pound weight class, Derek Holschlag in the 157-pound match and Austin Yant in the 165-pound match, giving the Panther men a 22-0 lead. UNI finally lost its first match as Air Force’s Sam Wolf defeated Pat Schoenfelder at 174 pounds in a tight 10-8 decision. However, UNI rebounded as Parker Keckeisen got a technical fall at 184 pounds

and John Gunderson picked up another major decision at 197 pounds to extend the lead to 31-3. Tyrell Gordon lost in the heavyweight matchup, but UNI still won 31-6. On Saturday at the West Gym, UNI faced another Big 12 opponent in West Virginia. West Virginia came in 5-6 overall but 0-4 in Big 12 duals. UNI dropped the first match in a major decision, but rattled off wins in the next four to take a commanding lead. The first win was another fall for Biscoglia. A second fall by Happel extended the Panther lead to 12-4. Realbuto contributed an 8-5 decision, and Holschlag added a 12-2 win to lengthen the lead to 19-4. Yant dropped a 4-2 decision to West Virginia’s Peyton Hall, but UNI won the

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The Panther Train continued their winning ways, taking down Air Force and West Virginia.

next three matchups on major decisions by Lance Runyon, Keckeisen and Gunderson. Gordon dropped a 3-1 sudden victory, but it would not prove to be a factor as the Panthers

won their sixth-straight dual 31-6. UNI closes the season in the McLeod Center against Iowa State on Feb. 11 and Wisconsin on Feb. 17.

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Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a good day to think about your ambitions, Aries. Considering what you really want out of life can be instrumental in setting goals and making dreams come true. Reaching them can often be as simple as making a decision and taking that first step. For example, if your dream is to have your ideal partner, and you're with someone who isn't, the practical choice is to end the current relationship. Fear, worry, and lack of confidence are the things that can keep you from moving. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — You might be feeling a bit more hesitant than usual when it comes to making decisions, Taurus. Even if someone accuses you of being distrustful, it's your sense of caution that saves you a lot of grief. If a person or situation has you feeling skeptical, there is probably a good reason for it. Examine what you need in order to feel comfortable, but not to the extreme that you deny yourself opportunity. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — You may feel that you have to defend your motives today, Gemini, and this can really put you off, especially if you can't

see a reason for it. Try not to take it personally. Just because you know where you're coming from doesn't mean the other person does. It may simply be a communication problem. Make the effort to clarify your position. If this doesn't suffice, it isn’t your problem any more. The other person will have to look at his or her trust issues. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Is there a person in your life who keeps coming to mind again and again, Cancer? If so, it might be time to get together. Whether there's something that needs to be worked out or you simply miss him or her, take the steps needed to connect, even if it takes email, letters, or a phone call to get in touch. Rather than having them pop into your head continuously, reach out and make contact. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Your usual outgoing and often radical nature may be far more conservative today, Leo. This can be a result of the day's planetary influences, and if used well, this mood can prove most beneficial. It can add seriousness to your day that suits such activities as goal setting, budget planning,

or recovery. Make the most of this energy by digging into the areas of your life that could use some rethinking. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Focus on yourself today, Virgo. Yours is often an extremely giving nature. You can be compassionate to a fault, in that too much of your energy goes to helping solve others’ problems. Then you're left without enough focus for yourself and the things that are troubling you. See about spending some time alone to concentrate on any issues you have. Reach out to a trusted friend for guidance and support. Allow someone to nurture you for a change. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an excellent day to set some new goals, Libra. When was the last time you did this? Many think that New Year's Day and birthdays are prime times to make resolutions or set goals, yet this is something that can be done any time. In fact, it's advisable to renew, rename, and revamp ambitions on a regular basis, since life brings constant change to circumstances. Pull out some paper and jot your ideas down. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Another person will probably

bring you much comfort today, Scorpio. It could be someone you know well, but chances are it will be someone you’d least expect to be there for you. With your tendency to keep to yourself and be on the quiet side, you may not always notice those around you. Yet this doesn't mean that they don't notice you. Embrace a new friend and the support offered when the opportunity arises. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Sagittarius, you may find yourself feeling more aggressive than normal today. This can serve you well when it comes to getting what you want, provided no one suffers in the process. It isn’t generally in your nature to step on anyone on the way up the ladder, and you aren’t likely to feel good if this occurs. Look at all possible ways to attain your goals. You're sure to find something that suits you that isn’t harmful to others. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — It would be wise to spend some time thinking about your finances today, Capricorn. Do you have a realistic budget, or does yours exclude such things as entertainment, gifts, and occasional splurges?

Such a budget won't suffice, because these are expenses that everyone has. Take a good look at your spending habits and see where you could cut back without too much pain. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Take the time to consider your physical and mental health today, Aquarius. Given your hard-driving nature, these are areas that may be neglected. One really affects the other. If you overwork your brain or put off dealing with problems, your physical health will suffer. Things like excess weight, addiction, and bouts of depression are all indicators that there is an imbalance in your life. See about getting things more in sync. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — It's the perfect day to do some planning, Pisces. Take the time on a regular basis to think about the things you want to do and accomplish. It’s essential for feeling you have control over your life. It can be almost impossible to reach your goals without a concrete plan. Just as you wouldn't build a house without a plan, it isn't wise to build a life without one either.