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On Sept. 17, nearly 20 Cedar Falls residents woke up to find valuable items missing from their vehicles. These car thefts occurred from Olive to Franklin streets and Second to 28th streets. Cedar Falls Police Department records show 19 car own- ers reported car thefts between Sept. 16 and Sept. 17. Intruders gained access to the vehicles from unlocked doors. Brittany Wright, junior textile and apparel major, reported sto- len valuables to CFPD when she realized those items were missing from her 2013 Chrysler 300 at her apartment on Walnut Street. “I’m stunned it happened on a random Tuesday,” Wright said. “I’m kind of freaked out, I’m always checking to see who’s around.” Welcome to the “If I Ruled” series, where I get to stroke my ego and think about what I would do if I could change anything within our laws. This week: voting laws. In 2012, the United States had roughly 58% of its voting eligible popula- tion turn out to the polls. That leaves out more than 40%, over 100 million citi- zens, who did not vote. Some did not because they were unable to, many more because they simply did not choose to do so. They had to work and did not want to potentially lose hours of pay from leaving work to vote, they had other obligations, or they were simply too apa- thetic to want to vote. According to a CBS News article from Sept. 15, only 43 percent of Americans trust the executive branch of the Federal government. The legislative branch is doing mucwh worse with only 28 percent approval. There are many problems that both parties can agree on: partisanship, efficiency in government, and too much money in elections just to name a few. The first and easiest way the people can start to fix our system is by voting. Voting is crucial in a democracy. How can our elected officials represent us if they do not know what the public wants? I believe that voting in elec- tions should be manda- tory. U.S. News and World Reports named the University of Northern Iowa No. 2 on the “Best Regional Public Universities” in the Midwest list for 2015. This is the second consecutive year UNI has held this position. This list is compiled by U.S News & World Report’s Education Rankings and Advice. UNI was also ranked #18 on a list of all pub- lic and private universities, according to a message sent from UNI president’s office. “Being recognized as one of the best universities in the Midwest is a result of the work our students, faculty and staff under- take together,” said UNI President Bill Ruud. According to the U.S. News and World Report’s website, the criteria for the rankings are broken into small subcategories. The subcategories con- tain undergrad academic reputation (22.5 percent), retention rates (22.5 per- cent), faculty resources (20 percent), student selectiv- ity (12.5 percent), finan- cial resources (10 percent), graduation rate perfor- mance (7.5 percent) and alumni giving rate (5 per- cent). “The indicators include input measures that reflect a school’s student body, its faculty and its finan- cial resources, along with outcome measures that sig- nal how well the institu- tion does its job of edu- cating students,” said the U.S. News & World Report website. These indicators are used to create an even play- ing field for all universities in the country. Indicators are divided into categories and further subcategories. Opinion 3 Campus Life 4 Sports 6 Games 7 Classifieds 8 Thursday September 25, 2014 northern-iowan.org Volume 111, Issue 8 Thinkstock AMBER ROUSE Executive Editor CHELSEA HELMLE Staff Writer See RANKING, page 2 See THEFT, page 2 See MANDATORY, page 3 UNI listed No. 2 in Midwest If I ruled: Voting laws Unlocked cars lead to theſts CAMPUS LIFE PAGE 4 OPINION PAGE 3 SPORTS PAGE 6 BANNED BOOKS UNDERDOG FOOTBALL It’s banned book week at Rod Library. Check out some of the events this week. Columnist Cosgrove stands up to UI and ISU bullies on sporting UNI Pride. Panthers prepare for their final non- conference game against TTU. ERIN KEISER/Art Director ERIC BOISEN boisen @uni.edu

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On Sept. 17, nearly 20 Cedar Falls residents woke up to find valuable items missing from their vehicles. These car thefts occurred from Olive to Franklin streets and Second to 28th streets.

Cedar Falls Police Department records show 19 car own-ers reported car thefts between Sept. 16 and Sept. 17. Intruders gained access to the vehicles from unlocked doors.

Brittany Wright, junior textile and apparel major, reported sto-len valuables to CFPD when she realized those items were missing from her 2013 Chrysler 300 at her apartment on Walnut Street.

“I’m stunned it happened on a random Tuesday,” Wright said. “I’m kind of freaked out, I’m always checking to see who’s around.”

Welcome to the “If I Ruled” series, where I get to stroke my ego and think about what I would do if I could change anything within our laws. This week: voting laws.

In 2012, the United States had roughly 58% of its voting eligible popula-tion turn out to the polls. That leaves out more than 40%, over 100 million citi-zens, who did not vote.

Some did not because they were unable to, many more because they simply did not choose to do so.

They had to work and did not want to potentially lose hours of pay from leaving work to vote, they had other obligations, or

they were simply too apa-thetic to want to vote.

According to a CBS News article from Sept. 15, only 43 percent of Americans trust the executive branch of the Federal government. The legislative branch is doing mucwh worse with only 28 percent approval. There are many problems that both parties can agree on: partisanship, efficiency in government, and too much money in elections just to name a few. The first and easiest way the people can start to fix our system is by voting.

Voting is crucial in a democracy. How can our elected officials represent us if they do not know what the public wants? I believe that voting in elec-tions should be manda-tory.

U.S. News and World Reports named the University of Northern Iowa No. 2 on the “Best Regional Public Universities” in the Midwest list for 2015. This is the second consecutive year UNI has held this position.

This list is compiled by U.S News & World Report’s Education Rankings and Advice.

UNI was also ranked #18 on a list of all pub-lic and private universities, according to a message sent from UNI president’s office.

“Being recognized as one of the best universities in the Midwest is a result of the work our students, faculty and staff under-take together,” said UNI President Bill Ruud.

According to the U.S. News and World Report’s website, the criteria for the rankings are broken into small subcategories.

The subcategories con-tain undergrad academic reputation (22.5 percent), retention rates (22.5 per-cent), faculty resources (20 percent), student selectiv-ity (12.5 percent), finan-cial resources (10 percent), graduation rate perfor-mance (7.5 percent) and

alumni giving rate (5 per-cent).

“The indicators include input measures that reflect a school’s student body, its faculty and its finan-cial resources, along with outcome measures that sig-nal how well the institu-tion does its job of edu-cating students,” said the U.S. News & World Report website.

These indicators are used to create an even play-ing field for all universities in the country.

Indicators are divided into categories and further subcategories.

Opinion X Campus Life X Sports X Games X Classifieds XOpinion 3 Campus Life 4 Sports 6 Games 7 Classifieds 8

ThursdaySeptember 25, 2014

northern-iowan.orgVolume 111, Issue 8

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AMBER ROUSEExecutive Editor

CHELSEA HELMLEStaff Writer

� See RANKING, page 2

� See THEFT, page 2 � See MANDATORY, page 3

UNI listed No. 2 in Midwest

If I ruled: Voting lawsUnlocked cars lead to thefts

CAMPUS LIFE PAGE 4 OPINION PAGE 3 SPORTS PAGE 6

BANNED BOOKS UNDERDOG FOOTBALLIt’s banned book week at Rod Library. Check out some of the events this week.

Columnist Cosgrove stands up to UI and ISU bullies on sporting UNI Pride.

Panthers prepare for their final non-conference game against TTU.

ERIN KEISER/Art Director

ERIC BOISEN [email protected]

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For students looking to give back to their commu-nity, Red Cross is accepting donations of blood during October.

October is Liver Awareness Month.

The Red Cross has set up hundreds of blood drives across Iowa and 33 drives throughout the Waterloo-

Cedar Falls area for anyone who is able to donate.

“About 20 percent of what we collect every year comes from high school and college students,” said Tracy Fox, communi-cations director for the Red Cross. “We really a p p r e c i a t e college stu-dents coming out to drives on their cam-pus and taking that time to help save lives.”

There are more than 30 million people in the United States who have a liver disease and over 6,000 of them need liver trans-plants, according to the American Liver Foundation.

Individuals receiving new livers may require anywhere from one to 30 or more pints of blood during the

course of the operation. The Red Cross is look-

ing for anyone to donate, particularly individuals with

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pint of blood.V o l u n t e e r

donations are the only source of

retrieval for blood necessary to those in

need of transfusions dur-ing surgery.

“One donation of blood can help save three lives,” Fox said. “We can break the pint down into three differ-

ent parts that we can use.” If any are unable to

donate due to time con-straints or a phobia of nee-dles, the Red Cross offers alternative ways to donate.

Red Cross allows a finan-cial contribution which goes towards disaster relief funds as well as volunteer opportunities to help orga-nize blood drives or other events to help out those who are in need.

Blood drive dates, times and locations can be found on the Red Cross website or the new Red Cross Donor app, which provides all of the details for donation loca-tions.

The Red Cross is also holding a giveaway this month.

Suburban Propane, a Red Cross sponsor, is allowing all who attempt to donate a chance to win a $5,000 Visa gift card.

Red Cross looking for blood donationsCASSIDY NOBLE

Staff Writer

About 20 percent of what we

collect every year comes from high school and college students.

Tracy Foxcommunications director, Red Cross

Wright’s laptop, laptop charger, ATM card, make-up, jewelry and Thirty-One bag were taken from her car. Wright had left her car unlocked the night before, which is how the perpetrator(s) were able to enter the vehicle.

Wright complimented the CFPD officer who responded to her report.

“He was extremely nice and helpful,” Wright said.

CFPD Investigator Gavin Carman said the majority of items stolen consisted of golfing equipment, iPods, GPS’ and other miscellaneous items.

Carman said these types of crimes “tend to go in spurts” normally around the beginning of school due to new students in the area.

CFPD Captain Craig Berte said from June to September, there have been about 40 to 70 car theft reports filed. Berte also said the September 16 and 17 reports were unusual because no windows were broken.

“These were crimes of opportunity,” Berte said.

Olivia Randolph, human resources assistant for the Culture and Intensive English Program, had her Chevy Cavalier broken into

over the summer. Randolph responded to

a knock at her door from local authorities informing her they thought her car had been broken into. Authorities noticed dome lights of her vehicle and neighbor’s vehicles were all turned on and informed owners of the vehicles of suspicious activity.

“It made me feel really uncomfortable,” Randolph said. “If it’s this easy for someone to get in my car, how easy is it for them to get in my apartment?”

Although nothing was stolen from Randolph’s car, a report was filed with police.

Until CFPD has a lead suspect, the reports will be filed in a binder at the police department, said Berte.

To prevent further car thefts, Gavin advises to lock car doors, keep valuables out of site and vehicles parked in well-lit areas.

UNI is included in the regional list for all Midwest universities.

This list also includes the “Top Public Schools of the Midwest”, where UNI continues to hold the No. 2 slot.

UNI was also one of only two public universities to make the regional list of all universities in the Midwest.

“UNI will continue to be the most affordable university in the state, with a quality education that’s accessible and affordable,” Ruud said.

THEFTcontinued from page 1

RANKINGcontinued from page 1

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If it’s this easy for someone to

get into my car, how easy is it for them to get in my apartment?

Olivia RandolphHR assistant for CIEP

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PAGE 3OpiniOnAMBER ROUSEOPINION EDITOR

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2014 | NORTHERN-IOWAN.ORG | VOLUME 111, ISSUE 8

Quit picking on the little guy

RENAE [email protected]

RILEY [email protected]

I was able to go to Iowa City to watch the Panthers’ first football game this sea-son.

Growing up an Iowa Hawkeye fan is always awk-ward when watching UNI and Iowa play each other in any sporting event, especially football. Even though I decid-ed not to turn my back on my fellow Panthers, I still wore an Iowa hat in support of the Hawkeyes, but deep down, I wanted to see a Panther vic-tory.

It was strange to me; my friends and I were continu-ously tormented and heckled by Iowa fans as we made our way to a tailgate until kickoff. I knew during the Iowa/Iowa State game that Iowa fans could be vicious, but when they were rudely making fun of UNI, I’ll admit I was shocked.

I wondered when people started hating on UNI so bad? I thought we were the

neutral school of the state? Two weeks later I returned

to Iowa City to watch the Iowa versus Iowa State foot-ball game and was proudly representing the Hawkeyes. However, when I informed others I went to UNI, most of them responded to this negatively.

I really did not under-stand why people viewed my University so negatively. Why was everyone in the state turning their backs on us?

I have continued to think about UNI’s role in our state and cannot understand why people would viciously make fun of UNI. I think through-out its history, whether aca-demically or athletically, UNI has always represented the state of Iowa in a positive light.

Our teaching program has continually been named best in the nation, our business school continues to be highly rated on a national scale and don’t forget about the time we beat top-ranked Kansas dur-ing the NCAA Tournament in 2010 and made it to the “Sweet 16”.

Now don’t get me wrong,

U of I and ISU both have outstanding academic pro-grams. However, when I look back on the last couple years, these two schools seem to have only been in the national spotlight for something nega-tive.

U of I has consistently been in the top party schools rankings. In fall 2013, the phenomenon that was “Vodka Samm”, led outsiders to believe Iowa had become more of a Chicago Suburban Frat House, rather than a prestigious state University.

Last spring, just days after Iowa State fell to UConn in the “Sweet 16” the school and its students received national media attention,.

The Iowa State tradition of celebrating VEISHA proved students were unable to cel-ebrate a 157-year University tradition in a civilized man-ner when riots broke out dur-ing the annual celebration, destroying property through-out campustown and sending students and other bystand-ers to the hospital. VEISHA has since been cancelled indefinitely.

92% of our students are from Iowa, which far exceeds

in-state enrollment percent-ages at U of I or ISU. UNI offers big time possibilities, with a small University atmo-sphere, which I believe the state of Iowa as a whole rep-resents.

I am glad I get to call UNI home at the end of the day. While U of I students are walking 30 minutes to attend a class of over 500 students, I am enjoying the comfort of not having to travel around campus and will be sitting in a classroom of 30 students, as my professor, with a PhD, lectures and interacts with us.

In my four years at UNI, I have yet to have a class taught by a TA.

UNI has provided quality education for many members of my family and thousands of other Iowans. I support Iowa education but in the whole scheme of things, UNI is more of a little brother to Iowa and ISU than an enemy. I will always be proud to be a panther and it is always a joy when people who are not from the Midwest ask me where I go to school and then reply, “Isn’t that the school that beat Kansas?”

ANDI KING/Northern IowanLogan Cunningham (16) runs towards an endzone to score a touchdown for the Panthers at UNI’s homecoming game Sept. 20.

To The Class of 2018, congratulations! You made it!

I’m sure at this point, you’ve heard just about everything.. You’re discov-ering how this whole “col-lege thing” works. It can seem daunting initially, but once you get settled into a routine it will go smoothly.

After my first year, I was given an open letter to freshmen. At the time I remember wishing I had read it sooner. It’s been a few years since then, and though it’s already a few weeks into the term, I fig-ured there were prevalent points I could share.

You finally have control over your decisions. While it may feel incredibly lib-erating to skip your 8 a.m. class, remember you’re paying for it. It’s impor-tant to attend (you really are here for an education). Participate in class discus-sion! It’s actually not that scary and you’ll probably learn more by doing so.

Don’t use Facebook as

a crutch. Or Twitter. Or Instagram. Take time to cultivate yourself offline.

UNI boasts 250+ student organizations and clubs. Try some out! Pursue some pre-established interests, but don’t forget to do some exploring. College is a vital period of discovery.

Ask for help when you need it. Ask for help even when you don’t think you need it. The RA of your res-idence hall, your academic advisor, your professors and on-campus tutoring services are all resources available.

Homesickness is real… and it’s hard. Call your par-ents. They miss you, too. Please understand, it’s okay to be sad. It’s okay to still be sad. UNI has a wonder-ful counseling service locat-ed on the second floor of the campus Health Center. Eventually, it will get easi-er. Before you know it, you will have a university family and everything won’t seem nearly as difficult.

You are living in the real world. It’s happening right now, all around you. College is helping you prepare for a particular part of your life, but don’t forget the value of genuine experience.

Never apologize for hav-ing an opinion. Also remem-

ber, just because you’re offended doesn’t mean you’re right. Be open to new perspectives and become a critical thinker. College is just as much a time of growth for you as it is for others.

There are over 90 majors at UNI; it’s okay to change your mind! College is about figuring out who you are. Change it as many times as you need. Take full respon-sibility for your happiness. Personal fulfillment has always and will only start with you.

Right now, it all may seem impossible. Let me put it into perspective: you’re already a quarter way through your first semester. You can do this. College doesn’t need to be the “best four years of your life,” it just needs to be another stellar addition to your best life.

Love – A senior

Every two years (which is when all members of the House of Representatives are elected), there should be mandatory voting.

Now mandatory, or com-pulsory, voting sounds a bit like an oxymoron, but it is the surest way to hear the voice of the people.

Voting is compulsory in Australia, and roughly 90-95% of eligible voters turn out for their elections, though they do have some interesting side effects.

To make voting more appealing, voting should be spread out over two days, Friday and Saturday.

Many states have laws which state employers must allow time off to vote.

Iowa allows 3 hours of paid leave to go vote, though this is not the norm.

There should also be ample early voting start-ing no later than a month before the official election Friday.

People who have not voted usually say some-thing similar to “My vote doesn’t matter anyway” or “They’re just two sides of the same coin.”

Because of that reason, I believe there should be a

“No candidate” option on every ballot.

This will allow those who do not like any of the options to make that known and make a power-ful statement.

If, when election results come in, 20, 30, or even 40 percent of voters say they don’t want any candidate, a very meaningful message will be sent to our repre-sentatives.

It should also be easier for third party candidates to get on the ballot. That way, a possible third party candidate can have a better shot at getting elected.

Finally, after the two days of elections and cal-culaitng the results, the following Monday should be a Federal holiday. It will give people a breather from the election and will allow everyone to gather themselves after their can-didate wins or loses.

Because no matter how the vote goes, 100% of the population will need a drink.

Experience college on your ownYou are

living in the real world.

It’s happening right now, all around you.

MANDATORYcontinued from page 1

Becuase no matter how the vote

goes, 100% of the population will need a drink.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2014 | NORTHERN-IOWAN.ORG | VOLUME 111, ISSUE 8

Rod bands together for Banned Books WeekMany controversies over

certain books occur all over the nation and result in bans against those books.

Banned Books Week (September 21 to 27) is a week dedicated to recogni-tion of these books.

The American Library Association (ALA) start-ed Banned Books Week as a way to let people know what’s going on and to understand the importance of free speech.

“It highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community – librarians, booksellers, pub-lishers, journalists, teachers and readers of all types – in shared support of the

freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular,” according to their website.

The Rod Library sup-ports this idea and is cele-brating Banned Books Week by hosting events on cam-pus.

“We would like people to learn that there is still a fight against censor-ship and for free speech in libraries and schools across the country,” said Anna Hollingsworth, public rela-tions student assistant for Rod Library, “Just this week, the graphic novel Persepolis is being challenged in an Oregon school district.” The youth department of the library has decorated the library with a display of banned titles, caution tape and a wanted sign where

students can get a “mug shot” of themselves with their favorite book. These pictures have been posted to Rod Library Facebook page.

Rod is also holding a Cards Against Humanity tournament with The UNI Gamer Brigade. The first round was on Tuesday, but the tournament will con-tinue on Thursday at 6 p.m. and Friday at 5 p.m. in the Digital Media Hub.

The Banned Book Read Out is being held at Rod on Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. People will be able to read from their favorite banned book.

“Since many of our stu-dents at UNI will some-day be teachers, we feel it’s particularly impor-tant that they are aware of the challenges they may face in assigning lit-

erature for their students,” said Hollingworth, “Harry Potter, Hunger Games and Captain Underpants are all

very popular books that are frequently banned/chal-lenged in schools.”

RACHEL BALDUSCampus Life Editor

THINKSTOCK

Question: My boyfriend and I are both in college and have been together for years. We have decided to get married, but our parents tell us if we do that they will cut us off and stop helping with our tuition. What should we do? Sincerely, Loved and Broke

WANT ADVICE?Send your questions to

Campus Life Editor Rachel Baldus [email protected]. All submissions will be kept anonymous.

Dear Loved and Broke; Have you talked to your

parents about their con-cerns? A parent is supposed to love, cherish, protect and provide for their children. They may have some very valid concerns for you. Talk to them.

If you talk to them ratio-nally and explain why this is so important to you, they are more likely to respect you for listening to their concerns and giving them respect.

That being said, there are financial aid benefits avail-able for married students since they aren’t considered dependents of their parents. This means that your par-ents won’t be expected to contribute to your school tuition. According to the FAFSA website, award eli-gibility for married students will be determined by the total combined income and assets of the student and their spouse. However, many of these awards come in the form of loans so there may be more to pay off down the road.

A word of caution though: life as a married student is another set of problems. You

have to really focus on your marriage in addition to class-es, extra-curricular activities and friends. It will become immediately awkward to live with anyone else so you will most likely have to shoulder the burden of living expens-es on your own and dorms really aren’t an option out-side of family housing.

Ultimately, the choice is up to you. Remember, you only stand to gain respect from your parents if you talk to them in a calm and rational manner and listen to their concerns. There are some financial benefits for both you and your parents since you will receive more financial aid as married stu-dents but being a married student can be a difficult task. Luckily, you will have each other and if his love and support is all you need, more power to you.

Influenza, more com-monly known as the flu, is caused by the influenza virus. This disease causes an acute respiratory infection (not to be confused with the “stomach flu” which is gen-erally caused by the norovi-rus) that typically last about one week with symptoms lasting up to two.

The disease can be fatal to young children and the elderly, and certain strains (which I will touch on in a minute) can be lethal to nor-mally healthy adults.

The Virion (infectious particle) is a spherical envel-oped structure. The Capsid (part that houses the genetic material) is composed of M1 proteins whereas the enve-lope is composed of a lipid bilayer similar to any cell yet is littered with differ-ent types of proteins such as Haemagglutinin (this is where the H comes from), Neuraminidase (this is where the N comes from),

and M2 proteins. The H protein is respon-

sible for the binding of the virus to its host cell, the N protein is responsible for allowing the virus the escape the host cell, and the M2 proteins are proton pumps used by the virus to main-tain proper pH throughout the infection.

The genetic makeup of the virus is what makes it so dangerous. It is comprised of eight negative sense RNA molecules. It is these mol-ecules that can be mixed up in an event known as reas-sortment that created new strains such as swine flu.

In the news, we hear about new strains and types of flu, such as the H7N9 out-break in Asia, without really knowing what it means.

There are three types of Influenza: Type A (most dan-gerous), Type B, and Type C. The Type C is somewhat different in structure than the other two, having a pro-tein that functions as both the H and N proteins.

Almost every adult is

infected with the virus at some point in their life and is usually a mild respiratory infection. Type B can cause the same disease as Type A. However, it is usually not as severe and rarely causes pandemics due to its limited host range.

Type A is the most dan-gerous of the three and responsible for most pan-demics. The Type A flu tends to cause pandemics is because of its reassorment ability due to the viruses broad host range.

It can infect birds, pigs, horses, and humans in areas where they are in close prox-imity to one another.

To prevent contracting this disease, get your vac-cinations, wash your hands, (especially if you are touch-ing people all day) and do not touch your face. This gives the virus easy access to your body.

The final thing is to pay attention to the CDC and WHO when outbreaks occur. They tend to be the most up to date on outbreaks.

Influenza (Flu)

Disease of the week

BRETT IRVINGColumnist

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Films bringing issues to lightLucy Walker showed

four of her documenta-ries over two days in the third installment of The William and Stephanie Clohesy Documentary Film Series. The series shows the audience the importance of documentaries and the effect it has on our society.

Walker is a British film director who has won numerous awards. The doc-umentaries were shown on Monday and Tuesday night in Lang Hall Auditorium.

David O’Shields is the documentary filmmaker-in-residence at University of Northern Iowa and director of the William and Stephanie Clohesy Documentary Film Series.

“She (Lucy) is one of the most distinguished documentary film mak-ers nominated for two Emmy’s. Not only is she a very talented artist, she’s very down to earth. She spent a lot of time with the students while she was here, critiquing and giving advice,” he said.

On Monday night she showed “The Lion’s Mouth Opens” and “The Crash Reel.” The first focuses on a women’s journey of find-ing out whether or not she has Huntington’s dis-ease. The latter looks into the life of Kevin Pearce,

snowboarder, who suffered a brain injury.

Kyle Kaiser, senior elec-tronic media major, attend-ed Monday night’s show-ings.

“‘The Lion’s Mouth Opens’ made me aware of the tragic fate that awaits people with Huntington’s disease. Before seeing the film I had only heard of Huntington’s disease from middle school FCS class, which didn’t really illumi-nate how horrible the dis-ease really is. Although it was hard to watch at times, I think ‘The Lion’s Mouth Opens’’ honesty about Huntington’s leaves a last-ing memory and will help

spread the awareness about the disease,” he said.

Tuesday night’s two documentaries were “The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom” and “Waste Land.” The first one showed Japan after a tsunami had hit. The documentary that ended the series focused on Vik Muniz, an artist who goes to Brazil to photo-graph “catadores.”

After the film, Walker participated in a Q&A and even did one-on-one’s with students.

“Lucy was amazing. She was really approachable and eager to share her experi-ences with us,” Kaiser said. “I enjoyed my one-on-one

meeting with Lucy the most. I never imagined that I would have an opportunity to sit down and talk to an Academy nominated director.”

O’Shields claimed that it was the biggest turnout they have had yet in the film series.

“Documentary is an amazing art form. It’s a way of learning about an idea, exploring a subject and in a very visual and creative way - sharing and speaking with an audience about what you’ve discov-ered. You’re conveying information, but it’s more of an art form,” O’Shields said.

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CAMPUS EVENTS

THURSDAYUNI CAREER FAIRMcLeod Center11 a.m. to 3 p.m.The UNI Fall Career Fair is open to all students from all majors. Network with more than 140 employers, organizations and graduate schools; learn more about job and internship opportunities.

UNI DANCE MARATHON FOAM 5KIndustrial Technology Center Lawn6-7 p.m.UNI Dance Marathon will host this run through foam, slip ‘n slides, water balloons and sprinklers. Register online. Check-in begins at 5 p.m. with the race starting at 6 p.m. Registration is $20; proceeds benefit the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.

UNIFI FLYING SPAGHETTI MONSTER DINNER AND CHARITY RAFFLECenter For Multicultural Education7-9 p.m.UNI Freethinkers & Inquirers will be hosting. There will be a table in Maucker Union to sell raffle tickets. Proceeds will benefit the Northeast Iowa Food Bank as a part of their Out Week. Dinner is free. Need not be present to win.

FRIDAYCRITICAL STUDIES OF RELIGION FOSTERS INTER-RELIGIOUS UNDERSTANDING: AN ACADEMIC EXPERIMENT IN INDIARoom 115, Seerley Hall4 p.m.Thomas Thangeraj, professor emeritus, Emory University, will present “Critical Studies of Religion Fosters Inter-Religious Understanding: An Academic Experiment in India.” It will explore the extent to which this study might be promoting inter-religious understanding and

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FOOTBALL

Students should show Panther pride

The Panthers look for their second win of the sea-son as they wrap up non-conference play at home on Saturday against Tennessee Tech. The Golden Eagles head into the game with a 1-2 record out of the Ohio Valley Conference.

“It’s (OVC) just down the road,” said UNI Head Coach Mark Farley. “It’s always a conference that is compared to the MVFC because it’s so close in proximity.”

UNI has not faced off against TTU in the history of both programs, but are 17-7-1 against the OVC. The Panthers have only played four of the nine teams in the conference.

“I think it is a good thing playing interconference games,” said Farley. “It kind of measures conferences as well. The MVFC beat three Big Sky (Conference) teams

this past weekend. I think that is important for our league. Instead of just saying we are a good conference, we have to prove we are a good

conference.”Last season, UNI was

left out of post-season play despite beating Iowa State and top-10 ranked FCS

teams in McNeese State and Youngstown State. The MVFC had one non-automat-ic qualifier make post-season play while the Big Sky had

four teams and the OVC had three teams invited.

Health was a concern for the Panthers last season as they opened the year with a strong non-conference sched-ule while playing their con-ference opener against North Dakota State.

“It’s a really physical game anymore,” said Farley. “Every week, it doesn’t matter who you play, the chance of injury is there. Instead of redshirt-ing, we played some guys this past week so we could have more depth.”

Freshman Jared Farley had a tackle while fellow fresh-man Preston Woods recorded a tackle and a sack in their first on-field appearances at UNI.

The Panthers climbed to a 10-ranked spot in the FCS Coaches Poll this week as they look to cement the strength of the MVFC in the minds of the FCS playoff selection committee before heading into conference play.

RILEY UBBENSports Editor

ANDI KING/Northern IowanUNI will play their final non-conference game of the season at 4 p.m. on Saturday when they square off against The Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles. Saturday will mark the first meeting between the two schools.

OPINION

When I stepped foot on campus as a freshman, I had a realization about the University of Northern Iowa being a shadow university. This means some people are closeted University of Iowa or Iowa State University fans. These people think it is no big deal if they wear this clothing around campus. This is absurd because this is Cedar Falls, Iowa, home of the Panthers.

When the Panthers played the Hawkeyes in football this year, there were UNI students who debated or wore Hawkeye clothing to the game. This is not good for UNI because Northern Iowa is referred to as the little cousin of ISU and Iowa. Since students are will-ing to wear other state school clothing, it keeps UNI below ISU and Iowa’s tier. I do not play sports here, but if I did, I would not appreciate members of the student body wearing other state school clothing. It is disrespectful to the athletes and alumni of Northern Iowa.

There are ways we can get rid of the plethora of Hawkeye and Cyclone clothing on cam-pus. Last year, there was a trade in held where students traded in their ISU or Iowa clothing for UNI clothing. This event needs to be held more often because it is very beneficial for the student body.

One way UNI can avoid hav-ing closeted fans is by advertis-

ing more in the state of Iowa. The university needs to put more advertising in Ames and Iowa City. This will remind the other universities that UNI is still here. It allows for Panther students to feel more repre-sented throughout the state.

UNI needs to form more partnerships with clothing stores throughout the state. Many sports stores outside of the Cedar Falls area do not carry Panther clothing. This is a problem because the univer-

sity is allowing the other two state schools to have a competi-tive advantage. Students not from the Cedar Valley do not have the opportunity to buy Panther clothing so they are forced to buy other gear. By expanding the Panther reach, UNI is more actively involved in people’s lives.

The last way to eliminate closeted Hawks and ‘Clones fans starts at Iowa high schools. UNI needs more interaction with high schools by actively

using student teachers to pro-mote the university. Education majors come here for the great education school, but some are closeted Hawk or ‘Clones fans. The education school should incorporate the promotion of the university in the curric-ulum of its students. Maybe not going out and preaching UNI, but student teachers should wear Panther clothing when they are at their high schools. This helps promote the Panther brand, and allows UNI

to be better exposed to poten-tial students.

These changes will allow the university to stop being a shadow university. The ath-letic teams will not be as dis-respected when there are more Panther fans throughout the state. The days of Iowa State and Iowa clothing should be numbered on this campus, but students, faculty, and alumni are needed to come together to stop this abomination. As one, no one can stop Panther pride.

SEAN DENGLERSports Columnist

MORGEN KELLIS/Northern Iowan AchievesMany University of Northern Iowa students can be seen around campus wearing clothes with logos of fellow in-state schools and rivals Iowa State University and the University of Iowa.

Panthers wrap up non-conference play at home

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