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Homecoming 2010
Let the good times roar: Homecoming traditions
As early as the 1920s, University of Northern Iowa students would gather around the newly constructed Campanile at midnight during Homecoming to kiss under its clanging bells. Now, almost a century later, this tradition lives on. Campaniling is just one of several iconic Homecoming traditions that keep UNI’s history alive. “Traditions connect us to all of the past generations and future generations of Panther alumni and Panthers to be,” said Spencer Walrath, member of Connecting Alumni to Students. Last year, CATS released a book called the Traditions Challenge, which lists 50 UNI traditions for students to complete during their time at the university. If students complete 25 traditions, they will be given a lapel pin a graduation; if they complete 45, they will be given a medallion at graduation that signifies they helped to keep the traditions alive. “It makes you feel like UNI’s home,” said Joel Anderson, student body president and CATS member. “We just give you a book and say, ‘Here, place all of your memories in this and create friends that will last a lifetime. All you have to do is take pictures.’” During Homecoming week, students are able to complete roughly half of those 50 traditions, including 10 that students completed Thursday as a part of the Traditions Challenge Amazing Race, in which student teams followed riddles from tradition to tradition. “Homecoming is, in itself, probably
one of the most fun and greatest traditions we have, so I really encourage people to experience Homecoming to the fullest while experiencing it safely and responsibly,” Walrath said.
This year’s Homecoming week continues several university traditions, including mural and window painting, the Panther Scramble, the pep rally and Pride Cry, tailgating and the football game. For a full list of Homecoming events, visit www.uni.edu/homecoming/schedule-events.
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One of the oldest and most timehonored traditions at UNI is campaniling, where students kiss under the Campanile at midnight on the Friday of Homecoming week. According to Anderson, the legend goes that, since UNI was primarily a teaching school and had more women than men, the tradition began when men
UNI I am... KARYN SPORY
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Monday, Oct. 11, the University of Northern Iowa unveiled its new campaign “UNI I am…” throughout campus and into the mainstream market. Three years ago UNI began its first comprehensive market research. They looked at the whole campus brand and decided that the previous slogan, “Just Right,” wasn’t properly
identifying all of UNI’s core values. “‘Just Right’ worked for our size, but it was a little too limiting, like we shouldn’t expand or contract,” said James O’Connor, executive director of University Relations. “As a University we are very good at finding and reinforcing individual strength,” said O’Connor. “We want students to challenge themselves and to step outside of their box… this branding personifies the core
would invite women to the Campanile and then hide in the surrounding bushes to see if she was good-looking enough. If she was, he would come out and the two would go campaniling, but if she wasn’t, he would wait until the woman left and wait for another to come by. However, Anderson believes that the tradition of campaniling likely began shortly after the Campanile was built in 1926 by people who had heard of similar traditions happening at other schools with campaniles. The tradition almost died out during the 1950s and ‘60s, and by the ‘70s very few students had even heard of it. However, the Alumni Association revived the tradition in 1979, and it has continued annually since. Several myths are associated with campaniling, many of which include falling bricks. “The tradition goes that if you kiss a certain someone under the Campanile when the bells start playing and a brick falls on your head, then you are not meant to be with that individual,” Anderson said. “To my knowledge, no brick has ever fallen on anyone’s head, so that means that everyone got married. So UNI has a 100 percent success rate on snogging.” Another myth states that a brick will fall on a student’s head if he or she does not go campaniling during their time at UNI.
The festival, which runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, is a continuation of the Homecoming parade, a tradition that started in 1922. The parade continued to be an annual tradition until 2008, when it was replaced by the first Panther Festival virtual parade due to construction on College Street. During the first Panther Festival, organizations created stationary parade floats that students, faculty, staff and alumni would visit, making it a sort of reverse parade. Since then, the festival has grown, and now features several interactive activities and food vendors. The festival is located on the lawn by the Alumni House. “There’s a lot more stuff to do than a parade where you see people sitting on a float waving, and getting candy thrown at you,” Anderson said. “There’s still plenty of candy; it just doesn’t get thrown at you, so the risk is gone.”
Panther Festival
The Panther Festival is a virtual parade that features booths and murals for student organizations, university departments and area businesses in addition to games and food vendors.
The “UNI I am…” campaign presents five core messages about UNI: 1. Quality, engaged faculty focused on student learning 2. Hands-on experience 3. The unique size of the institution 4. The first year experience 5. A safe and diverse environment in which to challenge oneself messages through personnel experiences and stories.” As of this week students
will be able to see the campaign at work. Buildings across campus are hosting the “UNI I am…” banners. Students will also be able to find the branding throughout departments such as the Financial Aid Office, which is displaying “UNI I am investing in my future.” Additionally, the first of two commercials to air this year is currently being broadcast on TV and online. As a result of the new campaign UNI is hoping to increase new student recruitment, queries, visits and applications. Long term goals include increasing student enrollment
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and increasing student diversity. “Our goal is that by 2015 we increase our enrollment to 14,000 students,” said O’Connor. In the months to come UNI will begin to repeat the market studies to see if there has been any effect with the new branding and if so, how much. O’Connor also wanted to note that there will be a button on Facebook, featuring the new slogan, which they are encouraging all students and alumni to click on and use as their profile picture during Homecoming week to show their pride.
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The requirements for the scholarship include being an international student in any major in the school of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services, being at least a sophomore and having a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, applicants must complete a 500-word essay on the topic “I Have a Dream.” Lau, along with his business partner Winnie Wong, who is also a UNI alumnus, have created the Global Competency Consulting Research Fund for Early Developmental Education, which is designed to support the research activities of the Regents’ Center for Early Developmental Education on the UNI campus. Lau and Wong will donate 5 percent of their new company’s annual profits to the fund each year. “I am hoping that this research fund can encourage both undergraduate and graduate students here at UNI to engage in research projects related to early developmental education,” Lau said. “For example, the fund, once it is able to accuSee LAU, page 4
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tions. “The scholarship will assist in recruitment efforts to meet the university’s goal of greater internationalization and to enhance the educational experience of all students.” Lau hopes that by this donation and by sharing his story, others will be inspired to support international students.
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$1,000 scholarship. Lau, a UNI alumnus with a B.A. and M.A. in leisure, youth and human services, recently donated $30,000 to the UNI Foundation in order to create the Po Wa Opportunity Scholarship Endowment Fund for International Students. “I was able to get to where I am and become who I am because of people around me who are willing to give and reach out to me,” Lau said. “I am so thankful for their kindness and, therefore, I decided to give back to UNI and this community by making this donation. “I was able to benefit from the generosity of others and now I believe it is my turn and my responsibility to reach out and to give back.” When Lau’s mother died in August, he decided to donate most of her savings to UNI. In order to honor his parents, he named the scholarship fund after the typesetting business his parents had in Hong Kong. “My mom loved UNI and I know I am making the right decision to donate the money on her behalf,” Lau said. “I wanted to do something meaningful with the money – something more powerful beyond its face value and that can make a difference in someone’s life.” The donation could not have come at a better time, as UNI is currently trying to increase international student enrollment. “The scholarship will allow the university to offer deserving international students the opportunity to enroll at UNI and receive the same kind of quality education and life-changing experience that Jason received during his degree,” said Kristy Marchesani, assistant director for admissions for international rela-
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U.S. issues European travel alert at more risk. There is a difference between a travel “alert” and a travel “warning.” Crowley stated that “a warning is ‘more severe’ and ‘more actively encourages people not to travel.’” Locations of any potential attacks are wide and include airports, other public modes of transportation and tourist attractions. This recent alert might have people concerned about the University of Northern Iowa students involved in the study abroad program. “Safety of students taking part in UNI study abroad program is a top priority of our office,” said Yana Cornish, director of the Study Abroad Programs. The UNI Study Abroad Center is handling the situation by monitoring the developments closely, especially updates and changes in
TYLER BLOOMQUIST Staff Writer
On Oct. 3, the United States issued an alert for Americans traveling to Europe due to concerns about terror threats. The alert is considered a general alert as no specific areas were pinpointed. As a result, the safety of Americans and other European travelers is now a concern. The state department is advising Americans to be vigilant while in tourist areas. State Department spokesman P.J. Crowley told reporters that there is credible information for the alert, despite the lack of specifics. A German citizen of Afghan origin was captured over the summer and is the source of this plot. Compared to other countries, France, Germany and the United Kingdom are believed to be
security status around the world. “In regards to the most recent developments in Europe, SAC immediately contacted each of the students abroad and informed them of the developments, as well as provided specific recommendations on how to stay safe,” said Cornish.
are notified almost instantly. They are also notified that there is no need to panic, but to be aware and take precautions. In case of a real event, international institutions will make sure students are safe by preparing forms of transportation, offering counseling if needed or evacuating the students in some scenarios. As of now, all students studying abroad have been contacted. According to Cornish, none of the students feel in danger and are happy with their locations. Many students who are planning on studying abroad in the upcoming months have reservations about the travel, but are not changing their decision to go. “There are bad things that happen every day, but you can’t let
“Safety of students taking part in UNI study abroad is a top priority of our office.” Yana Cornish Director of Study Abroad Programs
Terrorism is not the only form of potential danger being monitored by the SAC. Weather-related issues, protests and even epidemics are all factors that students are notified about. Once an issue like the terror alert comes up, students
Tim Wise to UNI Museum to host speak at UNI annual Family Fun Day ERIN TRAMPEL Staff Writer
Tim Wise, an antiracist educator, essayist and author, will be speaking in the Great Hall of the Gallagher-Bluedor Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. The Center for Multicultural Education will host an informal discussion with Wise on the same day, at 3:30 p.m. Wise visited the Univeristy of Northern Iowa four years ago, where he spoke about racism and classism regarding the natural and political disasters of Hurricane Katrina and the term “playing the race card.” These two lectures
were so well received that he was invited back by the CME. This year Wise will speak on the issues of comparative racism, race and education, racism and religion, and race in the labor market. These points are based off of his book, “Colorblind: The Rise of Post-Racial Politics and the Retreat from Racial Equity.” This book is a follow-up of his last book, “Between Barack and a Hard Place,” in which he discusses the need for “colorblindness” and color-consciousness in both public and private practice. The book presents issues and new ways of thinking to combat those See WISE, page 4
MAGGIE DONOVAN
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The University of Northern Iowa Museums are giving area families the opportunity to utilize their creativity during “Family Fun Day: Make It and Take It” on Saturday, Oct. 30, from 9 a.m. to noon at the University Museum, located at 3219 Hudson Rd. The museum invites families to engage in an open house where they can discover, play and learn together. Families are welcome to come and go as they please between the scheduled hours. There will be a variety of fun, educational activities and crafts that connect to this fall’s featured exhibit,
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“Object as Subject: Artists Explore the Museum’s Collection.” The exhibit features the work of eight artists who were inspired by objects displayed in the UNI Museum’s permanent exhibits. During the Family Fun Day open house, children and their families will get to express their creativity in a multitude of ways. They will be able to build with LEGOS (creativity with architecture), decorate cookies (creativity with food), write poetry (creativity with words), and do arts
and crafts. There will also be a scavenger hunt. Family Fun Days are an annual tradition at the UNI Museum and bring families of all types and sizes. “We have had all ages, from babies to grandparents, attend in previous years. UNI students and their families are always welcome. It’s a morning of lighthearted fun,” said Diane Schupbach, UNI Museum Education Coordinator. Admission is $10 per See FAMILY FUN DAY, page 4
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From left to right; Winnie Wong (Co-founder of GCC), Mavis Njoo (Lau’s wife), Harrison Lau (Lau’s son), Jason Lau and Ho Po-Siu (Lau’s mother). The photo, which was taken in May, is one of the last that includes Lau’s mother. After she passed away in August, Lau donated her savings to the UNI Foundation.
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your fear of those things keep you from doing what you love,” said Erica Rutz, a sophomore Spanish major who is studying abroad in Spain next semester.
fessional development, or to conduct research projects in curriculum- and inquiry-based STEM education for pre-K through second grade teachers and child care providers.” Lau and Wong’s company is called Global Competency
Consulting LLC. According to Lau, it is an educational and consulting firm that specializes in research, international academic exchanges and study abroad programs in higher education. “We are committed to
On the other hand, Rutz is apprehensive about taking the metro while in Europe, since it is a main source of transportation and potential target for a terrorist attack. Rutz agrees that taking precautions are very necessary when traveling,
but she is still planning to study abroad. Student safety is the main concern of the study abroad program. “We will not send a student to a location believed to possess potential danger,” said Cornish.
promoting cultural and global competency through our research activities,” Lau said. “I believe that there are hundreds or thousands of people out there just like me who need our help,” he added. “It’s never too early
to give and it really doesn’t matter how big or small your gift is. It is that you care about others and your actions that matter. One way for me to take action is by giving back and supporting other international students.”
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“We have had all ages, from babies to grandparents, attend in previous years. UNI students and their families are always welcome. It’s a morning of lighthearted fun.” Diane Schupbach UNI Museum Education Coordinator
Admission is $10 per family. Families are encouraged to register ahead of time by calling the museum at 2732188 by Oct. 26.
“Wise is the foremost antiracist advocate in this country,” commented Kolby Knupp, a graduate assistant to the CME. “Being white, he is able to explicate the overt and subtle privileges he has simply by virtue of his race. Wise’s engaging, thoughtful and eloquent presentation –– however enjoyable –– is a challenging clarion call for inclusiveness, cultural competence and the promotion of fairness, equality and justice.”
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UNI Academic Learning Center He said, she said: provides resources for students Relationship advice By MAGGIE DONOVAN Staff Writer
By ANTHONY MITCHELL and KATIE HUNT
Whether it be midterms week, finals week or any week of the year, students may feel the stress of an overwhelming workload from their courses. No student is alone when it comes to feeling stressed out over school, but no student should have to try to tackle a difficult or confusing course alone. The University of Northern Iowa’s Academic Learning Center along with Student Support Services is here to help. The Academic Learning Center, located in Innovative Teaching and Technology Center room 008, provides a variety of services for students seeking academic assistance. The ALC offers a number of resources for several different subjects, such as math, science, writing and reading. The Math and Science Services at the ALC offer tutorial services on a walk-in basis, study groups, calculator loaning, study skills and test prep for the GRE and PPST. They offer consultation for students who are not entirely sure if they are ready for a math class. Students are given the opportunity to find out what
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Q: I want to go campaniling this Friday. How should I handle the situation? Any suggestions on getting a girl to go with me?
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UNI student Liang Nan assists Alex Brown with his homework in the Academic Learning Center.
their strengths and weaknesses are and how they can apply any skills they have to a course they are considering enrolling in. Latricia Hylton, the coordinator of Math and Science Services, believes any student working on their liberal arts courses in math or science should take advantage of the ALC’s services. “It’s important for students
to utilize the services because much of their completion of whatever program they’re in depends on them matriculating through the liberal arts core. And that liberal arts core involves a math or science course and that’s what we focus on,” she said. One of the many goals of the Math and Science Services See ALC, page 6
He said: There are multiple ways to go about doing this. There’s the safe route, the gutsy route and the random route. I’ll elaborate on each, but the main thing to keep in mind is that you don’t handle this situation too seriously. Campaniling is a University of Northern Iowa tradition, so make sure that the emphasis is there and not anything too sexual or just plain uncomfortable. The safe route is to ask a close friend. Again, the key is not to make a big deal out of it. You both trust each other and can both know going in it’s nothing awkward. As long as you go about it this way, it’ll probably be a good memory to post on the timeline of your friendship. The gutsy route and most obvious would be to ask a girl you are interested in. Sure there’s the chance of bitter rejection or avoidance, but it’s at least worth a shot. If there’s a mutual interest,
how romantic would that first kiss be? College tradition, true feelings shared and souls bonding – cue the violin music! The random route is just that: random. Find a random girl. Sure it’s not exactly kosher, but it’s spontaneous. The chances are stacked against you, but who knows, a friendship or even romantic relationship could be the result. The main idea about all this is going about it in a fun, laid-back way and trying not to be too forward. Let’s be honest, using campaniling for something more than fun if you are single is a little creepy. I trust in your good judgment. Be safe, have a solid homecoming, and when you kiss under the campanile, make that extra effort that you aren’t transforming it into gratuitous PDA. That’s never fun for bystanders, especially single ones. See RELATIONSHIPS, page 6
‘Red’ features a star-studded cast, quality action scenes By EMILY HEYER
Film Critic
It’s not every day that you get to see a dame shoot machine guns at the vice president of the United States or watch John Malkovich hit a grenade out of the ballpark with a gun, but “Red” offers all this and more. Starring Bruce Willis as Frank Moses, a retired CIA black-ops agent trying to escape assassination, and Mary Louise Parker (“Weeds”) as Sarah Ross, his damsel in distress, “Red” is a fun and clever flick. When Moses and Ross escape the CIA, they enlist the help of Moses’s old team -- Joe Matheson (Morgan Freeman, “The Dark Knight”), Marvin Boggs (John Malkovich, “Burn After Reading”), Victoria (Helen Mirren, “The Queen”) and Ivan Simanov (Brian Cox, “Kings”) – and take the CIA to town and reveal the truth about the cover-up story of 1981. The first thing this movie has going for it is its all-star cast. Not only is its lead actor an action movie legend, but its supporting actors have enough Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG and BAFTA awards between
them to make this one of the most talented casts the action-adventure genre has seen in some time. All of the cast members, including “young-uns” Louise-Parker and Karl Urban, work together effortlessly. Each is believable as a CIA agent – you don’t even blink an eye as Freeman slaps Richard Dreyfuss across the face – it’s like he’s been doing it his whole life. The cast is relaxed and having fun, and it makes it all the more enjoyable to watch. The second gold star for this movie is the script. Based on the graphic novel of the same name, it follows the genre norm of double-crosses and character epiphanies, but makes up for it in hilarious moments -- like when Moses describes CIA agent William Cooper’s (Urban) hair as pretty. The script also provides enough action and explosions to make it a true action film without being too overbearing. While there are no twists and turns, the film is nonetheless enjoyable. This is an action movie for all ages. It’s rated PG-13, so it’s suitable for younger audiences, but older audiences will love it as well simply for the
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Bruce Willis, left, and Mary Louise Parker star in the all-star action comedy, “Red.”
cast. Not only will the college student be able to recognize all the characters, but it’s one that your mom and dad can go to without making that age-old complaint about not knowing who any
of the actors are. Although it’s not the most original storyline, it’s playful, entertaining and simply enjoyable.
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is to help students succeed in required math and science courses that may present challenges for them. “If the students don’t get through those courses, then they’re pretty much hindered for their major courses, and some of the liberal arts core courses serve as prerequisites for some of their major courses. So we’re looking at impacting student retention here at UNI and also student graduation here at UNI,” Hylton said. Students are encouraged to use the Academic Learning Center as an ideal study area, which Hylton likes to remind students of the most. “It’s a really open place for students. It’s not always because they have a need; it’s a place for them to study. That’s what I want students to understand. It’s a place for them to study and they’re welcome to do that,” she said. The Writing Center at the ALC offers one-on-one personal training. The writing assistants in the Writing Center are certified through the College Reading and Learning Association’s International Tutor Program Certification process. At the Writing Center, students are able to get help with focusing, organizing, completing and using citation in any essays or papers. The Writing Center functions on a by-appointment service to allow time for students to get quality feedback and to act on feedback during their appointments. “We work with students, not for them,” said Deanne Gute, the Writing Center coordinator. “We work with many excellent writers who know the value of feedback, as well as writers lacking confidence and experience. We work hard to show these writers that most of the problems they experience when writing are not about ability; they’re about strategy. Strategies can be learned.” The Reading and Learning Center at the ALC helps students form effective reading and learning processes. “We help students understand that reading is active, dialectical and recursive,” said Gina Burkart, coor-
FEATURES dinator of the Reading and Learning Center. “We also help them develop reading plans and processes for each of their courses based on the context of the course.” ”It’s important for students to utilize the services because much of their completion of whatever program they’re in depends on them matriculating through the liberal arts core.” Latricia Hylton coordinator of Math and Science Services
Students are able to receive this type of support in a variety of ways: Topic-focused coffee chats located in the ALC involve daily discussions focused on several different topics, such as studying in the humanities, studying abroad, deciding on a major, preparing for grad school and many more. These coffee chats are led by academic coaches and occasionally feature guest faculty and staff to help answer any questions students may have. As students discuss different academic topics, they are welcome to tea, hot chocolate and of course, coffee for just 50 cents a cup when they bring their own mug. A schedule of topics and times can be found in the ALC. Supplemental seminars are set up by academic coaches who work directly with faculty members as they attend the courses related to reading and learning, take notes and then facilitate study sessions outside of the class to students. This semester there will be supplemental seminars offered for Intro to Psychology, the humanities and Personal Wellness. Personal consultations offer more individualized training at the Reading and Learning Center. According to Burkart, “Students can schedule personal consultations to work one-onone with an academic coach. During the consultation, the academic coach will help the student use rhetorical analysis to develop effective reading and study processes for each of their classes. The coach will meet with
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the student as often as desired in follow-up visits to keep the student on a track. It is like having your own personal trainer for your courses.” Skype consultations are a great option available for distance education learning or for students who can’t get to campus. Course presentations are especially helpful for faculty members here at UNI. “Faculty can contact us and help us work with them to do a presentation outside of the class or with the class with anything related to their class projects that might involve reading and learning. For example, throughout the semester, I’ve teamed up with Chris Neuhaus in the library and the two of us have put together presentations for classes like astronomy or for the electrical engineering and tech senior design project. I’ll go over readings strategies and talk about rhetorical analysis and then Chris will plug in how to research in the library around that,” Burkart said. Courses and workshops are a great opportunity to become a better learner, through special courses designed to help students succeed in their other college courses. These courses and workshops include transitioning to college learning, effective reading strategies and learning strategies. Accessibility to these courses is made easy through eLearning if the courses do not work with a student’s schedule. “Next semester, the Reading and Learning Center is offering a twocredit course titled ‘Strategies for Academic Success: College Reading.’ You can find the course in the catalog of courses,” Burkhart said. The A-Team is a new program which just started this fall. Tutors for math, science, reading and writing will be available in the Rod Library on Sunday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This is open to all UNI students. The Reading and Learning Center also offers a unique way to engage in literacy and learning through social media. Students can visit the Reading and Learning Center’s Facebook page and engage in contests such as word
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She said: If you want to kiss her at midnight, man, take charge and do it. Be confident. You can make it happen if you really want it. Plus I’d be willing to bet she wants to smooch with you too. If there’s a girl you’ve had your eye on for awhile, possibly someone you’re starting something with, it could be fun to give her hints about Friday night. You could even set it up through text for her
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of the day, word search and text of the week. Winners of these contests will win a free cup of coffee, hot chocolate or tea when they come to the Academic Learning Center. Aside from the variety of services offered at the Academic Learning Center, across the hall in the ITTC in room 007 is a unique program dedicated to serving first-generation, low-income and learning- or physically-disabled students. This program is called Student Support Services. The program is federally funded and students have to apply to join the program. The program capacity is 200 students. If students fit the criteria based on family income, parents’ educational attainment or documented disability, they are given an academic advisor whom they meet with every couple of weeks while they form a plan of study for academic success. “As they progress through UNI and are becoming successful and moving through the college process, it may be things that we look at like graduate applications or resume writing, personal essays, the job search process. So we provide a whole range of services to a small number of students on campus,” explained Nick Sullivan, the director of Student Support Services. Colice Sanders, academic support specialist for the Student Support Services, explained the importance of what the program offers to students. “We really try to meet the students’ needs and meet that end goal ... the most important goal being that they graduate,” Sanders said. “That it’s something that they want to do, that they just don’t have a degree but that they feel confident and passionate and leave here with the skills and experiences that they need to do well.” College can be a huge transition. And while a student is adapting and figuring out everything UNI has to offer, the coordinators, directors, academic coaches, advisors and tutors at the Academic Learning Center and Student Support Services want you to know that they are here to support and provide help for any student here at UNI.
to meet you there. Flirting is fun, even through text message. Something short and sweet letting her know you’d love if she met you there. You’ll definitely be in suspense to see if she shows up, but what could be more romantic? This way the two of you getting together is more by chance. Things happening by chance or coincidence are a lot more fun than if you know something is going to happen. So if you ended up picking her up and taking her, it might not be as spontaneously romantic.
If you’d like something more planned out, another good idea would be to incorporate your friends and her friends. Let’s say a group of you go to the pep rally at 9 p.m. and decide to hang out until campaniling. If you’re already walking around campus as a group you could all head over to the campanile together. I know that sometimes pairing up can be awkward but you can gradually get closer and closer to her as the night progresses. What good is Homecoming if we don’t celebrate being young and a college student at UNI? Take advantage of each moment. Don’t let opportunities like this pass you by, and even if you get rejected, at least you’ve still got a story to tell. Do you have a relationship question for Anthony and Katie? E-mail your questions to northern-iowan@uni.edu. Questions will remain anonymous.
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UNI Interpreters Theatre to present interactive simulation, ‘Journey Through the Night’ MAGGIE DONNOVAN Staff Writer
The University of Northern Iowa Interpreters Theatre is giving interested participants the unique opportunity to experience life as a migrant worker through the upcoming production of “Journey Through the Night,” conceived and directed by Angela Glunz, a communication studies graduate student. The production is an interactive simulation where participants will experience the life of a migrant worker attempting to cross the U.S. border from Central America. Thousands of undocumented workers make this trek every year in the hope of finding the “American Dream.” Now
it’s the audience member’s turn to take on the role of a migrant worker who will face several obstacles and setbacks that mirror the reality of actual workers.
“(The audience) just needs to be ready to experience the journey.” Angela Glunz director of “Journey Through the Night”
“’Journey Through the Night’ is a simulation where the audience is an active participant in the production,” said Karen Mitchell, artistic director of the Interpreters Theatre. An interactive simulation creates a situation for people
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to actively experience what people go through in real life. This particular simulation in “Journey Through the Night” creates a number of experiences for the audience. As audience members take on the role of someone trying to migrate to the United States, they will have to ride on top of a “train,” dodge gang members and border patrol agents, and try to cross a “river” with the help of smugglers. No worries if you don’t have any past performance or simulation experience. “(The audience) just needs to be ready to experience the journey,” Glunz said. So what inspired Glunz to come up with such an interesting simulation? “Last semester I took a
Performance and Social Change class with Karen Mitchell. We devoted the semester to the topic of immigration. We collaborated with Jennifer Cooley’s (Re)presenting (Im)migration Spanish class and created immigration simulations,” she said. Glunz explained how these simulations deeply affected her. “Not only did I learn about a reality that I did not know existed, I learned so much about myself during those simulations which made me have to step back and evaluate who I am and how I treat others,” she said. “Journey Through the Night” is Glunz’s graduate project. This project is one that Karen Mitchell is espe-
cially excited to see. “I’m eager to know how it will work and what kind of impact it will have on the audience,” she said. “I’m really excited about it and it’s especially exciting for Angela because this is a really unique project for her graduate studies.” “Journey Through the Night” is free and open to the public. The event is being held Nov. 9-12 at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. in the Interpreters Theatre in Lang Hall, Room 040. This production will contain extremely strong language, violent themes and situations. It is recommended for mature audiences only.
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It’s time to bleed MTV’s ‘Jersey Shore’ purple and gold The end is nigh
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The event we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. Homecoming weekend is here! And you know what that means -- it’s time to celebrate! Here at the University of Northern Iowa, we have an endless number of accomplishments to celebrate. Students, faculty, staff and alumni of our university have shown a continuous commitment to excellence, achievement and service. From academics to athletics, we have made UNI a wonderful place to learn and grow. Need some examples? We have plenty. For starters, we couldn’t be prouder of our athletic teams. Just look at the success of the men’s basketball team last spring in the NCAA tournament. They stunned toprated Kansas in the first round and went on to win an ESPY award for Upset of the Year. The women’s basketball team also made a proud run to the tournament. But our athletic success doesn’t end with basketball. Our football, volleyball, swimming, soccer, rugby teams and more continue to make us proud with winning seasons, award-winning players and conference championships. Our success also extends to the stage. The UNI StrayerWood Theatre, Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Interpreters Theatre and more continue to put on exciting and captivating performances. The directors, cast and crew put in endless hours of work to provide our community with high-quality, intriguing shows. We should also be proud of all student organizations on campus. Whether they are academic organizations, religious organizations or organizations created just for fun, they provide students with quality experience and skills. These organizations allow students to think outside the box and stay active in the UNI community. Our success is also seen in the classroom. Each college on this campus is filled with quality faculty and staff ready to help students succeed. Just look at the College of Business – it was recently recognized as an outstanding business school by the Princeton Review for the fifth consecutive year. As you can see, we have more than enough reasons to celebrate this homecoming weekend. So get out there and show your Panther pride by participating in homecoming activities! The weekend kicks off with Purple Pride Day on Friday – show your UNI spirit by wearing purple and gold to class. In the evening, you can attend the UNI Center for Multicultural Education Fair from 6 to 10 p.m. At 7 p.m., the UNI volleyball team takes on Drake University in the McLeod Center. At 9 p.m., meet outside the McLeod Center for the pep rally, Panther Pride Cry Finals and fireworks. At 11:45 p.m., be sure to take part in a longtime UNI tradition -- campaniling. On Saturday, you can participate in the Panther Pacers 5K cross country run at 8 a.m. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., check out the Panther Festival, complete with a virtual parade, murals, inflatable games and food. And let’s not forget about tailgating. The fifth annual Safe Date Tailgate is held from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the parking lot north of the Wellness and Recreation Center. Finally, head on over to the football game at 4:05 p.m. to cheer on the Panthers as they take on Illinois State. A volleyball game vs. Creighton will also take place at 7:30 p.m. in the McLeod Center. So Panthers, get out there and celebrate! Scream, cheer and wear your purple and gold with honor. There’s been no better time to be a Panther.
This editorial reflects the position of the Northern Iowan’s editorial staff: John Anderson, Leah Jeffries, Brad Eilers, Cassie Tegeler, Anna Schreck and Kari Braumann. All other articles and illustrations represent the views of their authors.
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ANTHONY MITCHELL ayomitch@uni.edu
Unoriginality has plagued the last decade’s entertainment. We have been flooded with droves of bad, repetitive reality TV (there’s an entire cable station dedicated to it…sad really), remakes and sequels on the silver screen that reek of average, and Broadway is turning random things into musicals (Spiderman: The Musical? Really?). I refuse to succumb to such crap being shoveled in our eyes and ears. Granted, Hollywood still turns out great movies every year and Broadway’s originals continue to triumph, but it seems the crap factor increases in sheer numbers every year as well. I remained optimistic about the entertainment industry until one fateful day that forever changed my perception of life itself. That day, I watched an episode of
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Tom Lippolis, left, partner and boyfriend of Jenni Farley (aka JWoww) of MTV’s “Jersey Shore” is premiering new clothing collection “Filthy Couture” in her Farmingdale office, June 16, 2010.
“Jersey Shore.” It’s official: the end of days is near. Seriously, we need to do some more research on Mayan artwork, because I’m sure somewhere there’s a mosaic of a guy showing his abs and a woman wearing too much makeup and eating a mythical food known as pickles. Really, MTV? Really? This is the best you can come up with? We have accepted crappy reality television for a long time, but this is a whole new ball game. These people can-
not honestly be that stupid and/or self-centered. And do you know the worst part of the whole situation? Anytime it’s on… I can’t stop watching it! It is the first televisionborne (harmful) narcotic, and we are seriously addicted. As I sit here writing, I’m starting to reflect on what I just said. “Jersey Shore” isn’t all that bad in the sense that we can learn from the sheer stupidity it exhibits. Learning from example is effective;
the sewing machine with some jumbled-up wad of fabric that was to become my “princess” costume. A week later, I would hang my head and slip on my mismatched slippers and crown, assuring my mother that I felt like royalty. I would spend the rest of the night desperately explaining my costume to skeptics. Age 20: I wander up and down the dismal Halloween aisle observing the strikingly sparse fabric used on every prospective female costume. I especially take note of the fishnets, 6-inch boots and corsets that are suggested to function as a complete wardrobe. (I note the weather forecast for Halloween weekend and pity the young lady that attempts such a daring feat.) I then spend hours onend deliberating with friends about possible homemade cos-
tume ideas, only to flash back to aforementioned 10-yearold memory and shudder at the task at hand. Age 30: A proud woman with a curvy figure volunteers to take her niece out trick-or-treating. She’s faced with the same barely-there options of the younger folk or a frumpy black cloak that gives the appearance of an obese penguin when actually intended to be a witch — the non-promiscuous variety. I can’t speak for the male population where this holiday is concerned, but it seems that in general they’ve got it a little easier. Their options fall into the categories of a) clever, b) daring or c) boring. While some of those categories are better than others, at least they are not dehumaniz-
Halloween hinges on creative or crude CASSANDRA BOEVERS boeversc@uni.edu
I will never fully understand the hype around Halloween. Getting rattled and (essentially) robbed at haunted houses, smashing pumpkins against houses, trick-or-treating around strange neighborhoods and designing the perfect costume was never a major interest of mine. Most daunting was and continues to be obtaining a suitable costume. Here is a historic account of – and what I fear to be the future of – my humiliating life of Halloween celebrations: Age 10: Nothing was more heart-sinking than watching my mother struggling with
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Booze + cruise = lose KATELYN LAURIO lauriok@uni.edu
The goals of many college students on a Friday or Saturday night include drinking alcohol. Although there is nothing wrong with having a good time, alcohol impairs judgment, leading students to make irresponsible and even fatal decisions. According to www. collegedrinkingprevention. com, 1,825 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die every year from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes. While making the decision to go out and drink, it is important to include a safe and sober way home. I’m sure we all know what it’s like to taxi around your drunken friends. Even though staying sober to drive your friends home can be a tedious job, it is crucially important. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stated that in 2006 someone died every 31 minutes because of drunk driving. We’ve all been hammered with the statistics, yet so many people still decide to drive after having a few drinks. Is it really worth it? A startling number of 3.36 million students between the ages of 18 and 24 drive under the influence of alcohol every year; some get away with it, and some don’t. Some people go to say that they’re great drunk drivers, or they’re better at driving after a few beers. Well there’s a reason driving under the influence and operating while intoxicated
are illegal and very costly: no one is a safe drunk driver. According to www. msn.com/money, the average DUI costs someone over $10,000 in bail, fines, fees and insurance, even if the driver didn’t hit or hurt anyone. Not only do you lose your license for about six months, but if you ever want to drive again your insurance could easily cost more than your car payments. The FBI stated that 1.4 million people were arrested in 2007 for driving under the influence of alcohol. I highly doubt that those 1.4 million people couldn’t find a sober driver, call a cab or stay at a friend’s house to avoid driving drunk. This might have to do with the
fact that people think they can sober up by drinking coffee or eating a meal, when really the only thing that can decrease your blood alcohol content is time. A Harvard study found that 72 percent of students drink alcohol. Alcohol isn’t always a negative thing; it can be healthy in moderation and it’s great for social gatherings. However, so many students’ abuse alcohol and can end up in jail or dead when they don’t take safety precautions. The next time you’re out drinking, do yourself and your parents a favor and find a designated driver, call for a cab or find a safe place to stay rather than driving under the influence.
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easily labeled a) frumpy or b) unchaste. As a female, however, I get a particular anxiety at Halloween time. I crumble under the pressure of finding both a costume and an activity that is appropriate for my age. Then again, is the entire point of Halloween to spend a day not acting like yourself or your age? Perhaps I’ve been missing the fun all these years simply out of self-conscious anxiety. More likely, the problem is that Halloween has transformed into a holiday that is lacking in both class and validity. What was once a harmless avenue to express creativity and celebrate the fall season has become children’s pardon for greediness, young adults’ excuse for promiscuity, corporate America’s gold mine in commercialization and predators’ opportunity to endanger children. The problems associated with Halloween stem far beyond my own anxiety – they represent the transition our nation has made in the past several decades: a surge in sex appeal, capitalism and crime. Despite all these points, I will probably still participate in the festive season and sport my very best costume (which we can all predict will not be very good). But while we celebrate, I encourage you all to consider the possibility that we’ve fallen into a tacky habit of making Halloween into a chance to bring out all the worst in society. I’m not saying it will be easy, but this year, perhaps you can enjoy the Halloween experience, act out-of-the-ordinary, dress unusually and still maintain a little dignity.
maybe I was a little too harsh on the show. Oh, wait, it’s on right now… really? Did Mike really just say that? Nope, I lied, it’s the end of days. When in our timeline did we begin putting stupid people on such a high pedestal? “The Real World,” “Big Brother,” “The Surreal Life,” and all these other shows that have come and gone exploiting stupidity for ratings have been building momentum for years. Why do we tune in? Are we that insecure that we have to watch people dumber than we are to make us feel more intelligent? Wow, this turned into a serious rant. Let’s try to bring it back. All I’m saying is that I think we are better than this. On the plus side, the success of “Jersey Shore” and all the attention that it has received has given it a solid position as a laughingstock. Stand-up comedians and shows like “South Park” (the “Jersey Shore” episode was hysterical) now have enough material to last an eternity. Overall, I guess shows like this put things in perspective for us. It shows us life isn’t as bad as you may think it is. That humanity has a chance to survive and the fittest and smartest will prevail over this hiccup. Maybe this show could be the key to major social and political change we have been striving for. This could be the single factor that unites us as a nation, and possibly, the world! Oh, it’s back from commercials. Nope, I lied again, the end of days is near. Panic!
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the ages of 18 and 24 are unintentionally injured under the influence of alcohol each year (about half among students under 21). Assaults: It is estimated that more than 696,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 are assaulted by another student who has been drinking each year (430,000 of them by a college student under 21). Sexual Abuse: It is estimated that more than 97,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 are victims of alcohol-related sexual assault or date rape each year (about half among students under 21). Unsafe Sex: It is estimated that more than 400,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 had unprotected sex as a result of their drinking, and each year more than 100,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 report having been too intoxicated to know if they consented to having sex. Academic Problems: It is estimated that about 25 percent of college students report academic consequences of their drinking including missing class, falling behind, doing poorly on exams or papers and receiving lower grades overall. Vandalism: About 11 percent of college student drinkers report that they have damaged property while under the influence of alcohol.
Statistics from www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov
The Sartori Auxiliary will again be hosting the very popular
Jewelry Sale
Monday, October 25, 2010 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lobby, Sartori Memorial Hospital Masquerade, a nationally known $5 jewelry company, will be selling a wide variety of quality jewelry and accessories for men, women and children including rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, jewelry sets, wallets and watches — and everything is $5. Cash, check and credit cards will be accepted. Associates can use payroll deduction. The sale will provide a great opportunity to purchase gifts for your friends and family — as well as something for yourself. All proceeds will go toward future Auxiliary projects and health care educational scholarships.
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Letter to the Editor The upcoming election will have far-reaching consequences for the fate of same-sex marriage in the state of Iowa. Currently, the majority of University of Northern Iowa students are represented by Bob Kressig (D), House District 19, or Doris Kelly (D), House District 20. Both Rep. Kressig and Rep. Kelly support the Iowa Supreme Court’s decision in Varnum v. Brien, 763 N.W.2d 862 (Iowa 2009), which overturned the ban on same-sex marriage, based on the Equal Protection Clause of the Iowa Constitution. Both Representatives face Republican challengers, Darin Beck of District 19 and Walt Rogers of District 20, who would support a process to amend the Iowa Constitution to ban same-sex marriage -- maiming the document in the process. Additionally, Iowans will vote on the retention of three of the Iowa Supreme Court Justices who were part of the unanimous decision in Varnum. Bob Vander Plaats, a repeatedly-failed gubernatorial candidate, is waging a campaign to dismiss the justices in retribution for the court’s decision. This campaign seemingly serves little purpose apart from being an attempt to intimidate the court. If dismissed, the justices would be replaced through an Iowa Bar-approved selection process designed to result in competent jurists (i.e. ones that would be very unlikely to overturn a standing decision of the court). Finally, Iowans will be asked if they would like to convene a constitutional convention. Again, opponents of same-sex marriage would like to use this avenue to forward an amendment to ban the practice. Convening a convention is a costly process, especially if the result is an amendment that may in fact be ruled unconstitutional. The UNI community has, this semester, shown great support for its LGBT members, best represented perhaps by the Westboro counterprotests. However, those members of our community now face a greater threat than that posed by some nutjobs from Kansas. Some Iowans would like to take away their right to marry the person they love, destroying fundamental protections afforded by our state constitution in the process. I urge you not to let this happen. Please vote for Rep. Kressig or Rep. Kelly. Vote yes on judicial retention, and vote no on convening a constitutional convention. “All men and women are, by nature, free and equal, and have certain inalienable rights -- among which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty, acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and pursuing and obtaining safety and happiness. The general assembly shall not grant to any citizen, or class of citizens, privileges or immunities, which, upon the same terms shall not equally belong to all citizens” (Iowa Bill of Rights). Justin C. Kaleas Public policy major
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Games Across 1 Throaty attention getter 5 Contemptible person, in slang 11 Brewery cask 14 Mideast’s __ Strip 15 Set in waves, as hair 16 Prompt on stage 17 Being convincing via coercion 20 Ski resort grooming vehicle 21 Yves’s yes 22 Bow-toting god 23 Boxer sounds? 25 Food package meas. 27 Making a come back, say 33 Gossipy Barrett 34 Vintage car 35 Ship-locating system 36 Yiddish laments 37 Sticks to, as a task 40 One of the “Little Women” 41 Part of a frontend alignment 43 Mississippi or Mersey: Abbr. 44 Water shade 45 Sneering 49 “Was __ loud?” 50 Drawer feature 51 Actress Chase 54 Miner’s find 56 Genetics pioneer Mendel 60 Telling a little white lie 63 Pasture call 64 Wobble 65 London art museum 66 When one hand is up and the other is down 67 Doctor’s directives
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28 Racers Al or Bobby 29 Decide to play for pay 30 Kuwaiti neighbor 31 Keep from flowing, as a stream 32 “Orinoco Flow” New Age singer 33 Univ. military program 37 Heal, as bones 38 Pile-of-dishes place 39 Steed and Mrs. Peel’s show, with “The” 42 Homeric war epic 44 __ VO5: beauty product 46 Twelve o’clock meeting 47 Stuffed with food 48 Do a laundry task 51 Certain PCs 52 First of 13 popes
53 Fort featured in “Goldfinger” 55 Cigar suffix 57 Largest of the Mariana Islands 58 Director Preminger 59 Prefix with stat 61 Skater Midori 62 The Beatles’ “I Saw __ Standing There”
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Panthers host same opponent that squashed their 2009 playoff hopes for annual Homecoming game
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UNI will take on the Illinois State Redbirds in a crucial Missouri Valley Conference match-up Saturday afternoon. The Panthers lead the all-time series between the two schools 17-9. Kick-off is set for 4:05 p.m. in the UNI-Dome.
By TIM GETTING Sports Writer
Even the most intense thought-suppression methods may not be enough to block the bitterness still felt by members of the 2009 Panther football squad after their final game. “To come out the way
that it did, it’s still a little hard to swallow,” said UNI senior tight end Schuylar Oordt. Illinois State University crushed the playoff hopes of the University of Northern Iowa in the most dramatic of ways last season. Now, this season, the Panthers are being afforded the
opportunity at what could become the ultimate therapy session: a Homecoming game against the Redbirds with potential playoff and conference title implications. UNI, ranked No. 19 nationally and standing tied for second place in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, will host Illinois
State Saturday at 4:05 p.m. The Redbirds are unranked but still receiving votes in the top 25 polls and are right behind the Panthers in the conference standings. Coming into last season’s meeting at Illinois State, the No. 9-ranked Panthers knew that a win would get them into the Football
Championship Subdivision playoffs and a loss would end their season. The Redbirds ended UNI’s season with a 22-20 victory that included a last-second touchdown and enough highs and lows to be considered bi-polar. Illinois State quarterback Matt Lancaster connected
coach Ben Jacobson, a backto-back winner of the MVC Coach of the Year Award, addressed the issue as well. “We’ve got competitive players in our program right now. They expect to be in the mix come February. They expect to be knocking on the door for a conference championship and for an NCAA Tournament bid,” said Jacobson. “That’s their mentality right now and for my staff and myself, it’s really fun to be around them.” UNI is coming off their best season in school history and that’s a big reason for all the hype and build-up coming into this season. The Panthers finished last year with a record of 30-5 (15-3 MVC), made the school’s
UNI held their annual men’s basketball media day on Monday. Panther players and coaches addressed the media about the upcoming season. UNI is coming off their best season in school history.
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Panthers express high expectations for upcoming season By BRAD EILERS Sports Editor
The University of Northern Iowa men’s basketball team, owners of back-to-back Missouri Valley Conference regular season and post-season titles, held its annual media day Monday afternoon in the McLeod Center, and expectations for the upcoming season couldn’t be higher. “We want to win the conference in the regular season, win the MVC Tournament and get to the NCAA Tournament; that’s our main goal. Once we get there we want to do some damage just like last year,” said senior forward Kerwin Dunham. UNI head basketball
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The boys of fall truly are special Sports Columnist
Kenny Chesney is a pure genius. When reviewing the song “Boys of Fall” and deciding to claim it as his own, Mr. Chesney had to realize that he would end up on nearly every football highlight film and be played before every high school and college football game over the loudspeaker. At first I wasn’t sure what to think of the song, but I also never listen to songs for the words. I realize that many songs are sung to tell a story but if I don’t find myself caught up in the beat I will usually cast it aside and refuse to listen to it. After giving “Boys of Fall” a second chance I realized how true the message was, and it really does bring back some great memories for a former high school football player. “When I feel that chill, smell that fresh cut grass, I’m back in my helmet, cleats and shoulder pads. Standing in the huddle listening to the call, fans going crazy for the boys of fall.” This is the first line to his song, and it really does take me back to the days when I played high school football. Sure, maybe my team only won one game all season, and maybe the fans weren’t exactly going “crazy” for us boys of fall, but in my head this is all so true. Going back to watch my younger brother’s games now, I realize how much I actually miss the games I used to play in, and I am
sure most guys that played on campus get the same weird feeling on Friday nights during the fall. College Friday nights are great, but nothing will beat playing under those lights and thinking that you are all the city cares about for one night a week. “Well it’s turn and face the Stars and Stripes, it’s fighting back them butterflies, it’s call it in the air, all right yes sir we want the ball. And it’s knocking heads and talking trash, It’s slinging mud and dirt and grass, It’s I got your number, I got your back when your back’s against the wall. You mess with one man you got us all. The boys of fall.” This is the second line that really gets to me during the song because there is no explanation for how the butterflies got to me before games. When you spend a whole week preparing for one three-hour game on Friday night, you start to realize how important that moment actually is. I have the utmost respect for athletes who play sports such as basketball, baseball, track, wrestling and any other intense form of competition. I do also realize that athletes who currently play or have played football are different than the rest because they work so hard for about five months to showcase their talents eight to ten times a year. Kenny Chesney may not have written “Boys of Fall,” but the man who did
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A key for UNI will be winning the turnover battle. The Panthers are 3-0 this year when they have fewer turnovers than their opponents.
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with wide receiver Eyad Salem with 0.6 seconds remaining for the deciding eight-yard touchdown. However, the rising action preceding the game’s climax was almost equally as dramatic. Ahead 16-13 with 2:20 left in the game, the Redbirds attempted a 51-yard field goal. UNI defensive lineman Chuck Kinney blocked that attempt, and the Panthers took over with aspirations of a game-winning twominute drill. A one-handed Oordt reception brought the UNI offense to the Illinois State 25-yard line, but three plays later all hope seemed gone after the Redbirds’ E.J. Jones intercepted a Zach Davis pass. “Dwelling on that for a year has made me a little more anxious to play this game, especially since it is Homecoming too.” Jamar Thompson UNI senior linebacker
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A determined Panther defense and a little luck proved that the game was not over, even though a little more than a minute was left on the clock. “We knew that we had to stop them from getting a first down. Otherwise, the game is over,” said senior linebacker Jamar Thompson. UNI used its two remaining timeouts after preventing the Redbirds from gaining another first down, then were fortunate enough to drive running back Cliffton Gordon out of bounds and stop the clock during ISU’s third down try. “If you can stop somebody when you have no timeouts left and they have the ball and the game is pretty much in their hands and their favor ... when you do something like that it opens your eyes and says, ‘Hey, you can do anything really if you really try hard.’ It’s just a mindset,” Thompson said. Illinois State was forced to punt as a result. The Panthers took over at the Redbird 36-yard line after
Kevin Mazur’s kick was hurried and flew out of bounds for a total of just four yards. Two plays later, the Panthers took their first lead of the game as Davis found Oordt in the end zone, completing a 36-yard touchdown pass. With 43 seconds remaining, UNI found itself up 20-16 and just moments away from a playoff berth. But the Redbirds refused to let the roller coaster stop. Their response was a fiveplay, 59-yard, 38-second drive that was capped off with true freshman quarterback Lancaster’s four th consecutive completion, an eight-yard, game-winning connection. Players are still feeling the effects of the seasonending loss but seem determined to possibly enact a little revenge. “Dwelling on that for a year has made me a little more anxious to play this game, especially since it is Homecoming too,” said Thompson. “We expect that we’re going to get Northern Iowa’s very best, that’s for sure,” said Illinois State head coach Brock Spack. Since last season, the Panthers and Redbirds have made changes in their roster, but both teams still expect a lively competition. “We expect that we’re going to get Northern Iowa’s very best, that’s for sure.” Brock Spack Illinois State head football coach
“It’s going to be interesting to see how our players respond to (the environment). We have a very young football team here. We’re playing a lot of freshman and second-year players,” said Spack. “When I look at their roster, I see (transfers) from Michigan State, Wisconsin and schools like that that have played in front of large crowds,” said UNI head coach Mark Farley. “We can go back and look at last year, but at the same time they are a quality team this year.”
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The University of Northern Iowa men’s cross country team has moved up in the NCAA Division I Regional cross country rankings, the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association announced Monday. UNI is ranked No. 11 in the Midwest region. The Panthers made their season debut in the rankings at No. 12 on Oct. 4. The Panthers had 10 men post personal-best times at the Bradley Classic in Peoria, Ill., on Oct. 15. As a team, UNI took fifth place out of 21 schools and finished ahead of Missouri Valley Conference rivals Drake, Illinois State and Bradley. UNI will compete next at the State Farm Missouri Valley Conference Cross Country Championships. The meet is being hosted by Wichita State University and will be run at the RAFT Golf Course in Augusta, Kan., on Saturday, Oct. 30. Rank School 1 Oklahoma State 2 Oklahoma 3 Tulsa 4 Minnesota 5 Illinois 6 Iowa State 7 Iowa 8 Southern Illinois 9 Nebraska 10 Kansas 11 Northern Iowa 12 Missouri 13 South Dakota State 14 Drake 15 Illinois State
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While fans of the purple and gold are still reminiscing about last season’s magical run, the Panthers are trying to figure out a way to replace three starters and over 54 percent of their offensive production from a year ago. Gone are MVC Player of the Year Adam Koch, sevenfooter Jordan Eglseder and Sports Illustrated cover boy Ali Farokhmanesh. When asked if certain players need to step up their scoring to help replace the offensive production that was lost in the off-season due to graduation, Jacobson responded by saying that teamwork on offense will be integral this season. “With our offense, teamwork is really the key. Having players that have the ability to get 20 (points) on a given night is very important and I do think that we have a number of different guys who can do that. I don’t think that one player or
“Last year, that’s in the past, you’ve got to get over it. We’re going to go out there and work hard at it and see what we can do this year.” Lucas O’Rear UNI senior forward
UNI begins the season on Nov. 2 with an exhibition game against the Wartburg College Knights in the McLeod Center. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. The Panthers begin the regular season on Nov. 12 when they travel to the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, NY to take on the Syracuse University Orange.
Senior point guard Kwadzo Ahelegbe is one of two returning starters for the Panthers. Ahelegbe averaged 10.6 points per game a year ago.
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first ever Sweet Sixteen appearance and received an ESPY Award for “Best Upset” after their 69-67 defeat of the No. 1-ranked Kansas University Jayhawks. “I see a lot of Sweet Sixteen shirts around campus,” said highlytouted freshman Chip Rank. “There is a lot of pride here.”
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two or even three players need to drastically change what they were doing,” said Jacobson. UNI’s top returning scorer is senior point guard Kwadzo Ahelegbe, who averaged 10.6 points per game a year ago. Jacobson addressed what he expects from Ahelegbe this season. “His number one job is to make his teammates better. He’s been such a big part of what we’ve done the last two years,” said Jacobson. “His role may change slightly in terms of more opportunities (to score) because of graduation, but his job is to make his teammates better.” The regular season is just three weeks away and the Panthers are ready to leave last season’s memorable run in the history books while they look to write a new chapter this season. Senior forward Lucas O’Rear may have said it best: “Last year, that’s in the past, you’ve got to get over it. We’re going to go out there and work hard at it and see what we can do this year.”
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obviously played the game. I would give anything to get the chance to strap on the pads just one more time and go back to my hometown to play another game as a Forest City Indian, but I realize that that will never
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