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We the staff of the Northern Iowan, UNI’s student-produced newspaper, have compiled this guide to help you with your transition to our university. We hope you will find it useful and consult it often; most of all, we hope it makes you excited to embrace all the different opportunities and challenges you will encounter at UNI. To welcome you to campus, you can find letters from your student leaders, our university’s president, and the deans of UNI’s four colleges below and on page 5. Northern Iowan Editorial Staff
1. from the president
Welcome to the University of Northern Iowa and to the UNI family. This is the beginning of what I hope for you will be the start of a wonderful journey toward reaching your own varied and important
goals. Like you, I am beginning my first academic year at UNI, so this is my transition to a new place, to a new atmosphere and to new people. For you, this is an exciting time as you go from being a high school student to being a university student, a change that is both exhilarating and challenging. In the coming years here you will have opportunities inside and outside
the classroom that will highlight the many qualities that make UNI nationally known for its academic excellence and unique among institutions in this region and beyond. You are now part of a family joined together by a search for knowledge, a love of learning and a shared joy in life. Everyone at UNI will provide you with opportunities to learn and grow even as we support you as you work to fulfill your academic and personal dreams. I encourage you to take full advantage of, and to deeply appreciate, all that UNI will offer you before you graduate. One important part of life at UNI is the opportunity for you to learn from and, more importantly, become friends with an outstanding group of faculty members who will share with you their knowledge and provide insight into their respective fields. I encourage you to attend your classes with an open mind
and a desire to learn as much as you can. Classes here will be more rigorous than those in high school, but that higher standard is at the core of higher education and it is your responsibility to accept that challenge. University presidents, like new students, also continue to learn, and during the years I have learned a couple of simple lessons I want to share with you: Listen to your heart, listen to those you love and who love you; do the right thing for the right reason, especially when it’s hard and when no one’s watching; work hard; and live life. I hope that the time you spend with us is enjoyable and successful – one that you will remember for the rest of your life. Best wishes, and I’m glad we’re all part of the UNI family. Bill Ruud President, University of Northern Iowa
2. from your NISG president and vice president On behalf of the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) I would like formally welcome you to our wonderful university. You will find very soon that choosing to come to UNI was one of the best decisions you have ever made and we are excited to get to work for you. College is a great opportunity to grow not only as student but as a person and we encourage you to take full advantages of all opportunities UNI gives you. In your time here you will be challenged academically, make lasting friendships, create many memories and find your home away from home. Although your education is our top priority, our many extracurricular activities will provide you with experiences that will make lasting impressions. You can join one of our many student organiza-
tions, attend our free athletic events and show your Panther pride, or enjoy music performances and speakers at our Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center or Strayer-Wood Theatre. As a student, you can also participate in the UNI Traditions Challenge, enjoy meeting new students in the dorms and meet with friends at our Maucker Union. NISG’s motto is “Students Serving Students,” and we will continue to work very hard to make sure your experience at UNI reaches its full potential. NISG is a governing body that represents all students at UNI to faculty, staff, the administration and the Iowa state government. The NISG senate offers students a way to start organizations and receive funding for a wide variety of events including speakers and per-
formances. Members of the NISG executive branch support students like you and ensure all student voices are heard. NISG meets every Wednesday night in the Maucker Union in the University Room and we encourage you to attend and stay up to date on matters that affect you as a student. NISG is here to serve you, so visit our office in the Maucker Union in the Student Involvement Center. We would love to get to know you and hear your opinions and concerns for the university. If you would like to learn more about NISG and what it means to be a representative of the student body, please visit our website at www.uni.edu/nisg and contact us. We look forward to meeting you this coming year
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and working to make sure your voices are heard. Take every advantage of your time here at UNI and enjoy every moment! GO PANTHERS! Tom Madsen Student body president Blake Findley Student body vice president
3. from the dean of the College of Business Administration Welcome to UNI! If you want your college education to open doors for an exciting career in just about any industry, take a look at the business school at UNI. Our outstanding programs are designed to prepare graduates to hit the ground running with confidence, technical knowledge and determination. Our students take pride knowing they’re enrolled in a business school that is considered one of the best in the country (Princeton Review, 2007-2013) and holds an accreditation achieved by only the top 5 percent of business schools in the world (AACSB International). We take pride in the fact that our students consistently outperform their peers on standardized professional examinations such as CPA and CFA and go on to achieve great personal and professional
success in a wide variety of industries. In the classroom you receive a worldclass education from our faculty. Outside the classroom, we give you programs that develop your skills in communication, problem solving, international relations and professional competence. And we encourage — and fund — numerous study abroad, internship, research and entrepreneurial activities. We also have student organizations that represent every major and a variety of business interests. Each year they bring home local, regional, national and even international awards from competitions in fun places like San Diego and New Orleans. Get involved with one (or more) and be part of the fun and success of these groups! You’ll learn more about our programs and student opportunities when you
visit our website (business.uni.edu), like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ unibusiness) and follow @UNIBusiness on Twitter. I’m confident you will be impressed with our exceptional business classes and the faculty’s commitment to your success. You can become part of a proud tradition with a business degree from UNI. Farzad Moussavi Dean, UNI College of Business Administration
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4. from the dean of the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences Welcome to UNI! You can create your own future within the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences (CHAS). Selecting from courses, majors, and student organizations in a wide range of subjects, you can work closely with faculty and fellow students in a large variety of settings. Faculty and students work together in innovative ways at UNI. Each of our departments prides itself on connecting with students. CHAS is home to majors ranging from Biology to English and from Computer Science to Art. Students in the sciences have developed solar powered vehicles, examined ways of preventing cancer, explored new methods for detecting water contaminants, discovered new geometric theorems and enhanced methods of producing new metals.
Students in the humanities and arts also work closely with faculty creating and producing music, exploring the various disciplines of art, video and theatre, expressing themselves through creative writing, and much more. One of the best ways to make UNI your new home is to get involved in student organizations. These organizations allow you to meet and make friends with others who share a common interest. Select an organization that fits you best from our complete listing at www. uni.edu/involvement. UNI is the place to be for an excellent education and endless experiential learning opportunities. We look forward to building your future with you. Joel Haack Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences
5. from the dean of the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences On behalf of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS), I want to welcome you to the start of the 2013-14 academic year. Our faculty and students focus on studying and solving real-world problems, from integrating immigrants in Iowa and the causes of war in Africa, to effective crime prevention strategies and how natural disasters impact communities. We have programs that address family relations and the psychology of personality, pre-law, the role of gender and race in society, globalization, and the history and politics of every region in the world. With most people changing careers several times over the course of their lives, we provide students with the skills to succeed and adapt to changing markets, not just for a job. Our students learn from faculty using innovative teaching techniques and classrooms equipped with the latest technology. CSBS is committed to providing student experi-
ences such as internships, field experiences, facultystudent research opportunities, and international study abroad programs, that enhance the value of a UNI education and prepare students to succeed in a global society and economy. The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences teaches the most courses in the Liberal Arts Core (LAC) because we are committed to the idea of a quality undergraduate education as the key to a lifetime of learning, whatever careers students pursue. At the same time, our faculty members engage in world-class research, receiving funding from government agencies such as the National Science Foundation, NASA, the Department of Justice and the Fulbright Commission, among others. We invite you to explore the people and programs of CSBS!
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6. Living in the residence halls? What to bring (and not to bring)
x x x x x
KARI BRAUMANN Editorial Staff
DON’T bring anything that violates DOR policy. These policies are in effect to keep you and the hundreds of other people living in your building safe.
DON’T bring your state-of-the-art sound system complete with an earthquake-generating subwoofer. Even when quiet hours aren’t in effect, nobody else wants to be forced to hear booming bass all hours of the day. Plus, courtesy hours are always in effect, which means your neighbors reserve the right to ask you to turn the music down at any time. DON’T bring things you don’t need that will distract you from your studies too much. If your Xbox addiction has competed with homework in the past, it might be best to leave the games at home. DON’T bring a ton of food if you have 19 meals a week (or even 14, if you know you’ll never be up for breakfast in the morning).
DON’T bring unnecessary valuables.
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DO bring games and movies for hanging out with new friends and roommates.
DO bring shower shoes and a shower caddy. A robe and extra towels are good too.
DO bring clothes that reflect how quickly the weather changes in Iowa, especially if you’re far from home. Rain boots, umbrellas, light and heavy coats, snow boots and even long underwear are great to have. DO bring posters and photos to decorate your room, as well as things like 3M Command Strips to safely and cleanly fasten them to a wall. Those temporary hooks are also great for hanging things like jewelry, hats, robes and coats. DO bring an ice pack if you have a fridge with a freezer. Unless you live in ROTH or Panther Village, you’ll be without air conditioning. On warmer nights, you can lie with the ice pack under your lower back. It will help lower your body temperature and therefore help you sleep. DO try not to overpack. Your parents can always send something along if you need it, and you can make a Walmart or Target run before they leave on move-in day. Less is more! Illustrations by JOHN ANDERSON/Northern Iowan
7. Take advantage of new dining options available on campus station so we can utilize our staffing pattern best,” said Beck. Dining at the University There are also ways for of Northern Iowa has seen a students to have more access series of changes in the 2012- to their meal plans and the 13 school year. These changes dining center space available. include longer dining center These changes will be availhours, new ways to access able for the 2013-2014 school meal plans and a way to help year. keep our campus environmen“Unlimited access is where tally clean. students can come and go from “We’re really excited about the dining center six times all of the changes we have a day, instead of just when been able to implement in the you want to eat. Students can dining center,” said Pat Beck, go there to meet with other assistant director of residence students, spread your projects marketing. out on the table and can have Since the 2012-2013 school a quiet work space,” said Beck. year began, dining hours have With the unlimited access been extended. Now students plans there are two options: can enjoy their meals between the Gold Plan and the Purple 7:15 a.m. and 9:45 p.m., Plan. The Gold Plan allows with five 15-minute periods students unlimited access throughout the day for staff when the dining centers are to reset meals. open, plus 25 Flex Meals and “Our dining staff has been $250 in Dining Dollars per semester. The Purple plan allows the same amount of Flex Meals and $50 in Dining Dollars per semester. Also available are Block ERIN KEISER/Northern Iowan Plans. These A variety of foods are offered in both dining centers. are open working very hard. With to sophomores, junior and those food choices that are seniors. The Panther Block most popular with students Plan includes 200 meals per and making sure that those semester, 25 Flex Meals and are available at all times of $250 in Dining Dollars. The the day, we might move food Basic Block Plan includes 160 from one station to another meals per semester and 25 AMBER ROUSE
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The RIalto is one of two dining centers on campus that provides meals to students. Next year, a number of changes will be occurring, including new meal plans and the new offering of “flex meals.”
Flex Meals. Another change that has been implemented is the easy access plan. “Easy access is a fingerprint imaging access to the dining center, which means students don’t have to produce their card at the checkin. Now they can just come and go real quickly. It’s kind of like an express line,” said Beck. About 1,500 students have opted for the easy access plan so far. The plan is optional and students can sign up for it at the Department of Residence main office in Redeker Center between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. any weekday. Students are also able to sign up at the Piazza
in Redeker Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. or in the Rialto in the Towers Center by contacting an assistant manager or stopping in the Rialto office weekdays before 3 p.m. Students are able to un-enroll as well. Students should know fingerprint access is completely safe. Beck said there is no way their finger prints can be copied, as they are not saved in the system. In the 23rd Street Market, a Godfather’s Pizza station was added. This has proved to be a big success since a full oven was installed in the 2011-2012 school year. To help keep campus more environmentally friendly, a
to-go container can be seen in the dining center. The to-go clamshell is reusable, so students and the dining center are able to use fewer plastic bags and one-time use containers. The clamshells can be found at Biscotti’s for $5 each. This new addition has allowed students to use their meal plans on a dine-out basis. All of these new additions have been a big success. “This has been based on students’ feedback about their interest in having additional access to the dining center. Our benchmark survey in the fall has given us the highest rankings ever for dining satisfaction,” said Beck.
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8. Get to know your unique Cedar Falls KIRSTEN TJOSSEM Staff Writer
Cup of Joe
Los Cabos
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Cup of Joe, located at 102 Main St., is a great place for both studying and socializing. The atmosphere is just as fun as the creative drink concoctions on the specials board. The Screaming Chicken, a latte made with caramel and chocolate, is a customer favorite.
From the board games to the live music every Thursday and Saturday, Cup of Joe is the perfect place for a relaxing night with a couple friends or a special someone. The outdoor seating is wonderful for both book-reading and people-watching.
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The buses ran by MET allow students to ride route 9, which goes through Cedar Falls, for free with their student ID. Exact times and routes can be found online at www.mettransit.org/html/schedules.
There is absolutely nothing greater than patios in the summertime, and Los Cabos has the perfect one overlooking the hustle and bustle on Main Street. The fish tacos are as fantastic as the wait staff, and the cheese crisp will have any cheese lover hooked. Walk off that burrito by checking out all of the unique shops nearby, from Miss Wonderful, a vintage shop, to Pursuing Picasso, where you can paint your own pottery. Main Street is full of mustsee shops, so that extra burrito weight will be gone in no time.
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Whether you like bowling, pop, a tasty hot dog or all three, Maple Lanes is the place to go between 9 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. For $6, you get unlimited bowling as well as hot dogs and pop for only a quarter each. If you aren’t feeling a hot dog, a couple of grilled cheeses and an order of cheese curds split with a friend is never a disappointment to the
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Located on College Hill, Mohair Pear has a wide variety of both vintage and new clothing and accessories. They also do piercings for the low price of $20. It’s a great place to get a unique Halloween costume as it sets the Halloween boutique shops to shame. Mohair Pear is also the host of The Pear Fair, a yearly craft fair that brings artists and clothing designers from around the area under one big tent to sell their work.
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taste buds or the wallet. Or you can kick it up a notch at Shake Rattle ‘n’ Bowl every Friday and Saturday night from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The black lights, disco balls and fog machines are turned on and the bowling alley becomes one giant disco that you don’t want to miss. Gather up your pals and check out Maple Lanes, located at 2608 University Avenue.
There’s not a more perfect summer treat than ice cream. A local soft-serve ice cream parlor, 4 Queens is located on 1st Street. Take a stroll off campus on a nice day and reward yourself by making a pit stop at 4 Queens for a Snowstorm, their version of
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a Dairy Queen Blizzard. They have a few dozen flavors to satisfy any craving. As 4 Queens is only open during the warmer months, be sure to get your fix in while you can. It is sometimes busy, but always worth the wait.
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9. Get squared away at the Office of Student Financial Aid KARI BRAUMANN Editorial Staff
The cost of a college education can be daunting. Don’t get sticker shock when you see that price tag: the Office of Student Financial Aid can help students finance their education and budget wisely throughout the college years. Much of the preparation for receiving one’s financial aid is completed before or during orientation. Tim Bakula, associate director of the Office of Student Financial Aid, recommends students and their families take a very close look at the loans they accept. Though loans may be offered in a certain amount based on what a student is eligible for that year, the student does not have to borrow the full amount of the loan. In other words, if you were offered a total of $5,500 but only need $3,000 to pay your U-Bill, you can accept the amount you actually need in MyUNIverse. Later in the semester, if unexpected expenses arise, you can accept more of that loan. Federal subsidized and unsubsidized loans will remain available throughout the school year. Most students’ loans, scholarships and grants will “pay out” in approximately mid-August if they have completed all the necessary steps. Some students, however, may be wondering around Aug. 20, “Where’s my money?” First, ensure you have accepted all the financial aid you wish to take in MyUNIverse. If that’s not the problem,
there are a few other scenarios that may delay your financial aid coming through. In any case, call the Office of Student Financial Aid at 319-273-2700 with questions or for detailed information. Enrollment. Students must be enrolled at least half-time (six hours for undergraduates) to receive loans and at least full-time (12 hours) for most scholarships. Federal loans. Make sure you have completed entrance counseling and a master promissory note. These can be filled out at www.studentloans.gov. Verification holds. If your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) was one of the one in three randomly selected for verification each year, that process must be complete for financial aid to pay out. You can view a list of items Financial Aid needs from you under the Student Center tab in your MyUNIverse. Look for a “to-do list” on the right-hand side of the page. TEACH grants. If you accepted the TEACH grant but are not seeing that money on your account, there are a few steps you may have missed. Call the Office of Student Financial Aid for help completing the necessary steps. Private loans. As with TEACH grants, private loans require some extra steps for the money to pay out. Call Financial Aid as soon as you decide to take out a private loan with a bank or credit union to discuss the process you must follow. Parent PLUS loans. The parent who is signing on as the borrower of the loan must log in to www.studentloans.gov and fill out two items: a master promissory
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Rachel Smithart, a junior sociology major and financial aid employee, assists Amy Halverson, a senior family services major, at the Office of Student Financial Aid in Gilchrist Hall.
note and a Parent PLUS request form. Direct deposit. If you are not signed up for direct deposit, you may need to pick up a paper check at the Cashier’s Office in Gilchrist Hall. For questions about direct deposit and paper refund checks, contact Business Operations at 319-273-2162. This is not meant to be an exhaustive
OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID HOURS: 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. TEL: 319-273-2700 FAX: 319-273-6950 FIN-AID@UNI.EDU
list of potential financial aid problems – they vary from student to student. To ensure your financial aid is squared away, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid or drop by their office at 105 Gilchrist Hall – no appointment necessary.
TO SIGN UP FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT: HAVE YOUR CHECKING ACCOUNT INFO READY LOG IN TO MYUNIVERSE SELECT THE “FINANCES” TAB LOOK FOR THE BOX: “DIRECT DEPOSIT SIGN-UP” CALL 319-273-2162 WITH QUESTIONS
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11. Make your own history at UNI by tackling the Traditions Challenge KARI BRAUMANN Editorial Staff
You’ve got your purple and gold gear. You know all about TC and the Panthers. But there’s so much more to being a true Panther than school colors and mascots. That’s where the Traditions Challenge comes in. All incoming freshmen receive the Traditions Challenge book, which has a list and descriptions of University of Northern Iowa traditions. The Traditions Challenge was created by the student group Connecting Alumni to Students (CATS) as a way to substitute for a long-gone campus publication. “The University of Northern Iowa used to have the Old Gold, which was an actual yearbook that was printed every year, and that kind of ended in the late ‘90s,” said Kelsey Hood, senior social work major and CATS member. “So CATS and our adviser, Connie Hansen, and just some members decided it would be a really cool idea to have our own yearbook.” Traditions listed in the Traditions Challenge book include attending athletic events, using campus resources such as Rod Library, participating in Homecoming festivities, joining a student organization and living in the residence halls. Students reading this issue at their freshman summer orientation session are participating in one of their first traditions right now – summer orientation is listed in the Traditions Challenge book as an “exciting opportunity to check out residence life, meet new friends and schedule classes for your first collegiate semester.” There are dozens of challenges listed in the book, but according to Hood, many of the challenges can be completed in the first year. In the fall, students will be able to participate in one of the richest and best-loved UNI traditions of all: Homecoming. During Homecoming week, students can participate in the Panther Pride Cry and the pep rally, take on the Traditions Challenge Amazing Race and complete several traditions in the book at once, enjoy a multicultural fair and Friday night fireworks, cheer on the
Panthers at the Homecoming football game and take part in the time-honored tradition of Campaniling. Newer traditions are added as campus events happen each year. In the fall 2013 book, students can find Gradfest and “Explore Waterloo” among challenges they can complete. At the end of the Traditions Challenge book, there are blank spaces for students to write in traditions they want to add to their books. Students who complete a certain number of the traditions in the book by graduation are eligible to become official UNI Traditions Keepers. Completing 25 traditions earns you a lapel pin to wear at commencement, and completing 45 or more traditions merits a Traditions Keeper medallion. Hood is participating in the spring 2013 Traditions Keepers ceremony. “It really does give you a great overview of UNI and what we have to offer here, because I’m a big sports fan,” Hood said. “I love to go to games. But because of the Challenge, I have gone to the greenhouse, (and) maybe I wouldn’t have before. And since then, I’ve gone multiple times, because it is a really neat aspect of campus.” Students should carry a camera with them at all times, just in case they decide at the last minute to go to a Traditions Challenge event and need to take a photo. When new students arrive in the residence halls, they are given the Traditions Challenge booklet. Hood cautions students not to lose the book in the pile of papers they receive when they check in. For students who are unsure whether they should take on the Challenge, Hood encourages them to give it a try. “You’re going to get a great experience out of it, and I know you won’t regret it. We’ve talked to a lot of people who have finished the Challenge in the past, and I know a lot of them have said, ‘This is a phenomenal thing. I’m so happy I did it. I have a stronger appreciation for UNI because of this. … No one has regretted it who has done it.’”
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Theatre geeks, “speechies,” actors and theatre connoisseurs unite! Stars of high school productions, behind-the-scenes stage-managers, properties assistant managers and chorus members alike all have the chance to stay involved in the art they love most. The Department of Theatre at the University of Northern Iowa offers many different productions throughout the year for anyone who wants to get involved. This academic year, the Department of Theatre will produce four shows. “The American Way of Eating” and “Spring Awakening” will be staged in the fall semester while “Mauritius” and “August-Osage County” will be produced in the spring semester. The Strayer-Wood Theatre gives students an opportunity to participate in these high-caliber shows, taking on roles as actors, leaders and teammates. This allows theatre students (and non-theatre students) to learn about theatre outside of a classroom setting. From acting to makeup and light design, students dive headfirst into Strayer-Wood Theatre shows. Working alongside esteemed faculty in the field, UNI students craft the shows from beginning to end. Another opportunity to get involved is through volunteer opportunities and on-campus jobs. Ushering and working at the box office or costume studio are just a few examples of the vast array of opportunities waiting for interested students. At 6 p.m. Sunday Aug. 25, the day before the classes start, there will be an information session held in the Strayer-Wood Theatre for students who have never participated in theatre at UNI. At the Kickoff Session, students can meet professors in the department and learn about the show season and the time commitment required. Following the meeting, an audition workshop will be held in the Strayer-Wood Theatre at 6:45 p.m. Students will be provided with audition material, so no preparation is necessary, aiding in the process of their audition the next day. Auditions for new students will be held Monday evening Aug. 26, the first day of classes of the fall
semester. Auditions for returning students will be held Sunday Aug. 25 immediately following the Kickoff Session. These students need to come prepared with two contrasting two-minute monologues, one classical, and 16 bars of a song from a musical. “ T h e American Way of Eating” by Tracie McMillan premieres Oct. 10 and runs through Oct. 20. “Spring Awakening” by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater runs Oct. 31 – Nov. 10. UNI students receive one free ticket for each of the four main stage productions, and may get their ticket by presenting their student ID at the StrayerW o o d Theatre box office.. The UNI Student Theatre Association also stages various productions throughout the course of the year. UNISTA is an organization ran by students for students – all of their productions are staged, directed, created and acted by students. Whether front and center or behind the curtain during a UNISTA or main stage theatre production, the Department of Theatre helps students, no matter what their major, discover talents and potential they never knew they had.
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If you’ve got an ear for music, the University of Northern Iowa School of Music offers many opportunities to find your own beat. With a variety of ensembles to try, you’re sure to find something y o u like – even if you ’ re not a music m a j o r. In fact, t h e music ensemb l e s contain s t u dents t h a t repres e n t almost every major o f study o n campus. Many s t u dents enjoy putting their instruments to good use in one or more of the bands here on campus. U N I Spring
Concert Band requires no audition to participate and allows students to work together to create wind band performances for all of UNI’s students to enjoy. Auditions are open to all UNI students for the Northern Iowa Symphonic Band, which meets in both the fall and spring and plays classic and contemporary compositions.
According to the School of Music’s website, The Northern Iowa Wind Symphony has traveled through the United States and Europe, gaining a reputation “for its exceptional performing ability, quality repertoire, and innovative programming.” UNI boasts three pep bands that get the crowds and the teams pumped up. The Catamount Pep Band plays in the fall at volleyball games in the McLeod Center, and two Basketball Bands play in the spring semester. Auditions for all pep bands are open to all UNI students. Heard at every home football game, the Pride of Panther Nation, the UNI Panther Marching Band boasts over 200 members and over 100 years of tradition. The Panther Marching Band includes the UNI Colorguard and the Feature Twirler. The band also cooperates with the UNI Dance Team for each half-time show. All UNI students are welcome to join the marching band; only percussionists and guard members need to audition. If you’re a student who would rather use your voice than an instrument, don’t fret: UNI has several choral ensembles. The Chamber Singers is an elite group of about 20 singers. They sing everything from Renaissance music to jazz. To become a part of this group, you can audition at the beginning of either the fall or spring semester. The Concert Chorale is another elite group of singers that contains about 60 members. They have made appearances around the globe and have performed seven world premiers. The UNI Singers is the largest coed chorus at UNI and is open to all UNI students. The group performs at least once each semester and helps students build skills in vocal music. The Women’s Chorus has been around for nearly the entire history of UNI. Females from all walks of life are welcome to audition for this prestigious choir. The UNI Varsity Men’s Glee Club was started in 1960 and is one of UNI’s most recognized vocal groups. In fact, it has had more sold-out performances at the Great Hall in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center than any other performing group or artist in the history of UNI. The group travels the Midwest and takes a trip to Europe every other year. Men of any major can audition to be a part of this excellent tradition of camaraderie. For more information on these and other School of Music ensembles, such as opera and jazz, visit www.uni.edu/music.
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13. UNI athletics: 2012-13 year in review Volleyball
While the Panthers were unable to win the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament for the first time in four years, they did pick up an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament where they defeated Kansas State University. UNI eventually lost to Nebraska in three games.
Women’s Basketball
UNI secured a spot and won a game in the Women’s National Invitational Tournament after going 15-15 in the regular season. Senior Jacqui Kalin set the school record for most career points after averaging 19.5 points per game in her final season.
Football
UNI lost both games against Big Ten opponents by a combined 14 points. While the Panthers struggled for much of the season, they were able to win their final three games to finish with a record of 5-6.
Track and Field
Many Panther athletes have broken records this year.
Men’s Basketball
The Panthers were able to play in a postseason tournament for the fourth consecutive season and won 20+ games for the fifth consecutive season. UNI made it to the semifinals of the CollegeInsider.com Tournament where they fell to Weber State.
Softball
The Panthers are off to a 22-24 start this season and a 12-8 record in the MVC. UNI has found success after starting the season by playing the number one and three ranked schools in the country and not playing a home game for over two months.
Wrestling
UNI had its highest finish at the NCAA Championships since Doug Schwab took over as the head coach. The Panthers finished 15th in the country and crowned two all-americans for the first time in the Schwab era.
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1. Seth Tuttle, So., men’s basketball - Tuttle was second on the team in points per game with an 11.4 average and led the team with 6.6 rebounds per game. As the 2010 MVC Freshman of the year, Tuttle has shown he can play well.
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season with a 17-11 record, but currently has an earned run average of 2.09. In her 194.1 innings pitched so far, Fischer has struck out 150 batters while only walking 77.
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dual threat in the backfield last season, rushing for 1,038 yards while recording 383 receiving yards. Johnson will get more carries this season as the lone running back, which should result in even more yards.
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14. Meet your Northern Iowa Student Government The Northern Iowa Student Government is comprised of students who serve as representatives for the UNI student body to the University of Northern Iowa administration, Iowa Board of Regents, Iowa legislature and the community at large. NISG addresses governmental issues like tuition, financial
aid, education quality and student rights, while also encouraging students to take part in those issues. NISG hosts a variety of events to promote student involvement in government, including Regents Day, Voterpalooza and UNI Day at the state capitol. NISG consists of three
branches: executive, legislative and judicial. As with the U.S. government, each branch serves as a check on the other, while also working together for the best interests of UNI students. For more information or a list of open positions, visit www.uni. edu/nisg.
Judicial Branch Chief Justice Sean Buchsbaum bux@uni.edu Associate Justice Sam Horsch horschs@uni.edu
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University of Northern Iowa students visited the Iowa Capitol for the first-ever UNI Day.
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Thomas Madsen (left) and Blake Findley will serve as NISG 2013-14 president and vice president, respectively.
Stay in touch with your student government by following them on Facebook and on Twitter at @NISG. Additionally, follow senate meetings every Wednesday night on @NIonNISG.
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15. Don’t just go to class – get involved with student organizations on campus There are more than 300 recognized student organizations at the University of Northern Iowa, meaning that no matter where your interests lie, there’s probably an organization that fits them — and if there isn’t, you can start one. These organizations build community, explore academic interests, combat disease, foster artistic impulses, and so much more.
Student organization categories ACADEMIC LANGUAGE BUSINESS MUSIC COMPUTER POLITICAL EDUCATION PUBLICATION & MEDIA ETHNIC-CULTURAL RELIGIOUS EVENT PLANNING SCIENCE FRATERNITIES & SORORITIES SERVICE GENERAL INTEREST SPORTS GOVERNMENT THEATRE & ARTS HONOR SOCIETIES For a complete listing of student organizations, visit: www.uni.edu/maucker/siac
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16. Letter from the editor When I first stepped on to the University of Northern Iowa campus, someone passed a piece of advice on to me during freshman orientation that I’ve clinged to: there are only three things that you need to do to receive a college degree — complete the required coursework, take care of yourself and keep track of your finances. So then, what is this ambiguous thing that we call the “college experience?” The exciting (and terrifying) thing is, that’s up for you to decide. These next few years in your life will be eye-opening, thrilling, tiring, inspiring, thoughtprovoking and most of all, an enormous growing experience. From late-night study sessions in Rod Library to hilarious lunch time chats with friends and even rowdy football games under the UNI-Dome, fun opportunities and breathtaking moments are always around the corner. Maybe you’ll decide to join one of our 300plus student organizations, or you’ll have all-night chats with your roommate. You can even dance for 12 hours straight to help raise money for Dance Marathon. My own college experience at UNI has brought me an exciting array of new opportunities. I gave a speech before Michelle Obama, helped prepare the biggest drag show in town and met so many wonderful people, I’d have to fill this entire student guide just to name them all. And so while you’ll do the necessary things like go to class and study for tests, what you do with the rest of your “college experience” will be filled to the brim with whatever you choose — with, of course, a few unexpected twists and turns along the way. So be open to it. Especially during your first few weeks at UNI, you will face a number of new and perhaps uncomfortable situations, but embrace it! Get to know the people in your residence hall and maybe go visit a student organization or two. You can even apply for a job right here on campus. Take a chance, learn some new names and remember to set your alarm for that 8 a.m. class.
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Parking on the University of Northern Iowa campus when you aren’t sure where to go can be a hassle if you don’t know the regulations. If students don’t park in the right spot, they can get a ticket from either UNI or the City of Cedar Falls, so it is important to park in the correct areas. In order for students or faculty to park on the UNI campus, they must have a parking pass. The types of permits most students can get are B, C, CP, and R. If you live on campus, purchasing a C, CP or R pass would be the main option. There are two parking lots on opposite sides of campus for C and R permit holders. If you have a C pass, you are also allowed to park in R lots, but not vice versa. is a C and R lot right next to the Wellness Recreation Center and also south of the McLeod Center, for students who live closer to the quads. The CP lots are the closest parking lots to the residence halls. Usually, these spaces are
Follow the news Stay on top of events occuring at the University of Northern Iowa by following the Northern Iowan on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. We’ll keep you up to date on the latest events and breaking news. You can also read all of our articles and view our photographs for free on our website at www.northerniowan.org.
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And while you’re doing these fantastic things, don’t forget to pick up your campus newspaper, the Northern Iowan. We’re a student-run newspaper that is here to serve as your companion and provide news on issues that affect UNI, as well as share stories of things happening in our community. Better yet, you also have the opportunity to join our staff for this upcoming school year. Whether you want to write, take photographs, create graphics or learn how to do all three, working at the Northern Iowan provides you the opportunity to get a taste of everything on campus. If you’ve got a curious mind and a passion for UNI, consider being a part of our staff. If you’re interested, check us out at northern-iowan.org/ employment for more information. Whatever you decide to fill your days with, remember that it’s your “college experience.” Make it yours. And according to that advice I was given, as long as you pass your classes, shower daily and pay your tuition, you’ll get that college degree. The rest of the experience is up to you. So welcome to UNI! Go fill your days with good times and good people, and go Panthers!
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available only to returning students and are issued on a firstcome, first-served basis. The CP lots are located right next to the halls. Students with C permits can park in the CP lots from 4 p.m. Friday until 9 p.m. Sunday. However, R permit holders can never park in a CP (or a C) lot. If you live off campus, purchasing a B pass is the only option. B parking lots are spread out around campus: on either side of Campbell Hall, across University Avenue next to the Industrial Technology Center and in parking lots around the UNI-Dome. The A parking lots are reserved for faculty or graduate students, and the main lots are located next to Campbell Hall, Gilchrist Hall, and Schindler Education Center. If you have guests coming, the easiest way to find them a parking spot is to get a temporary parking permit from the Department of Public Safety here at UNI. Campus visitors or guests can also park in the metered areas of the parking lots. There
is also a metered parking lot next to Gilchrist Hall and the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The Multimodal Transportation Center also has meters that have a 10-hour time limit, which could be a good option for your daytime guests. To purchase a parking pass, you can either register online through MyUNIverse or go in to the Department of Public Safety office in the lower level of Gilchrist Hall. If you receive a parking ticket, you have 10 days to go to the Department of Public Safety office and either pay the fine or appeal it. There are also red drop boxes at the Wellness Recreation Center Lot, the Baker Lot, the Schindler A Lot and the Gallagher-Bluedorn Visitor Lot where you can pay your fine.
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$8 SPECIALTY PIZZAS
Chooose from Original Hand Tossed or Thin Crust
Side Items
$5 any 1-Topping of Your Choice
Breadsticks or Cheese Bread with Garlic or Marinara Dipping Sauce Cinnamon Sticks with icing
Choose from Original Hand Tossed or Thin Crust
Bone-In and Boneless Chicken Wings Choose: BBQ, Hot or Plain with Ranch or Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce
Party Feast
Hot Feast
BBQ Feast
Two Large 1-Topping Two breadsticks Two 2-Liters Soda
Large Inferno Buffolo Bone-In Wings 2-Liters Soda
Large BBQ Chicken Boneless BBQ Wings 2-Liters Soda
$20
$17
$15
Open Daily at 11:00
Family Feast
Wing Feast
Speacialty Feast
Two Large 1-Topping Cinnamon sticks 2-Liters Soda
Large 1-Topping Pizza Bone-In Wings 2-Liters Soda
Large Specialty Pizza breadsticks 2-Liters Soda
$14
$13
2020 College Street Cedar Falls, IA 50613 W 18th St.
College St.
$15
Cedar Falls: 319-266-3595
Hudson Rd.
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