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| 1 | New budget reductions coming | President Benjamin Allen announced Governor Culver's decision to cut the budget across the board by ten per cent. Difficult decisions will have to be made for fiscal year 2010. | |
| 2 | Vehicle safety emphasized by UNI Police | Eight car burglaries have occurred since January 2009. Dave Zarifis suggests that all valuables be removed from cars or put in the trunk. Recording your name, make, year, and serial number of each item is helpful; photo. |
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| 3 | Similarity within diversity | Believes that differences between cultures are many, but we all smile in the same language. This universal signal is never misunderstood. | |
| 4 | Dialog conference approaching | Announcement of upcoming conference October 22, 2009. |
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| 5 | Not appropriate | Believes advertisement by a local adult club in the student newspaper brings negative image to the University. Author concerned about the perception of campus visitors during Homecoming. | |
| 6 | Does my vote really count? | The excitement of the election of President Obama shared by a person who did not vote; photo. |
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| 7 | Mayhem Poets present their love for poetry | Rutgers University served as common ground for the three members of Mayhem Poets. The group met with students in an informal setting at the Center for Multicultural Education; following a performance at the Performing Arts Center; photo. | |
| 8 | Panther Festival defies traditional parade norms | A virtual parade will again highlight the Panther Festival. Booths from several student organizations, community vendors, inflatable games, food, and the UNI Spirit Squad and Marching Band will be featured at 23rd and College Streets. |
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| 9 | Private Alternative Loans: an option for students | Private lenders do make educational loans, but they are more expensive; use only when all other options are exhausted; variable rates of interest, not federally guaranteed, and may not have the same deferments or other options as federal loans. | |
| 10 | "Couples Retreat": a tepid, disorganized romantic comedy | "Couples Retreat" reviewed; photo. |
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| 11 | Miss Cedar River pageant brings local success | College Square Mall hosted the scholarship-based Cedar River pageant. Contestants competed in talent, extemporaneous interview, evening wear, and swimsuit. The winner will compete for the title of Miss Iowa. | |
| 12 | Pedestrians have the right of way, right? | National statistics indicate that a pedestrian is killed every one hundred thirteen minutes and injured every eight minutes. Dave Zarifis reports that this has not been much of a problem on campus; photo. |
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| 13 | Panthers keep the heat on the MVC | Volleyball team remains unbeaten in conference play following wins over Illinois State, 3-1, and Indiana State, 3-0; photo. | |
| 14 | Brad's Sports Blurb | Michael Crabtree has agreed to a six year, thirty-two million dollar contract with the San Francisco 49ers. This ends a five month contract dispute; photo. |
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| 15 | Panthers persevere, top Bison, 42-27 | Football team defeats North Dakota State in the Fargo Dome to remain unbeaten in conference play. | |
| 16 | UNI notches two runner-up finishes at MVC Individuals | Fall tennis season ended with the Missouri Valley Conference Individuals. Jessica Kunzelmann was involved in both runner-up finishes; placing second in singles and doubles with her partner Sampada Kanade. |
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| 17 | Police to pay more attention to alcohol-related issues at Homecoming | Homecoming brings more people to campus; with increased tailgating, over consumption of alcohol becomes more likely. Dave Zarifis warns that a zero tolerance will be used for drunk driving, open containers, and bootlegging; photo. | |
| 18 | Increased Cedar Falls Police Department forces to be present at Homecoming | Cedar Falls Police will place more officers on duty this weekend during Homecoming. Nineteen reserve officers will be on duty, in addition to fifty-five sworn officers. Road blocks and no parking zones will be in effect. |
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| 19 | Donations from UNI's program "Power of the Purse" help female students dress for interviewing success | Three women students in financial need received $250 for interviewing attire. The money was donated by those attending "The Power of the Purse" presentation; photo. |
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| 20 | UNI Department of Public Safety donates to SafeRide | Students can still take advantage of the SafeRide service during Homecoming and the remainder of the year; program provides students who have been drinking with a safe way to return to their dorms or apartments. Over 9000 used the service last year. |
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| 21 | Fraudulent salesmen attempt to scam off-campus University of Northern Iowa students | Four young men from Florida used strong arm tactics to persuade off-campus students to purchase unwanted magazines. Some students signed comment cards that were attached to completed order forms; photo. |
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| 22 | He's not a genie in a bottle, baby | Believes prayer cannot be explained. Science should not try to explain the results of prayer. Not all prayers are answered, but the act of prayer does help humans place their burdens and desires on God. | |
| 23 | A time for coming home | Believes Blasphemy Day events are still being felt. Free speech rights were protected, people talked about constitutional rights, and discussions took place. Homecoming is a good time to come together. | |
| 24 | What's the worst that could happen? | Believes students need to take advantage of opportunities during their college days. Summon your courage and do whatever you have been wanting to try. At least you will have tried. |
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| 25 | Christian hypocrisy in our leadership | Believes actions by political figures has diminished their proclaimed beliefs in Christianity. Governor Mark Sanford and Senator John Ensign were outspoken against equal marriage rights, but were having extramarital affairs; photo. |
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| 26 | Why was it left out? | The two million dollar donation to the athletic department by Russ and Connie Wasendorf has NOT been covered in the Northern Iowan. Why was the largest donation to the University not recognized with coverage? |
