Comedy

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Rest in peace Nark Mook Northern Iowan 118:30, p.1	01/31/2022	The parody Twitter account, Nark Mook, has come to an end after the person running the account graduated; photo.
2	UNI parody party inside scoop Northern Iowan 118:3, p.4	09/02/2021	Different UNI parody accounts from Twitter were interviewed about why they created the accounts and what they hope to do with them in the future. The accounts included UNI Chairs, UNI Squirrels, TC Panther, and Nark Mook.
3	As if dual-factor isn't enough, more steps added Northern Iowan 117:46, p.7	04/01/2021	A satire article for April Fool's Day about more authentication steps being added in Fall 2021 in further addition to the recently implemented Duo Mobile, a dual-factor authentication process; photo.
4	HLC confuses UNI with NIU Northern Iowan 117:46, p.6	04/01/2021	A satire piece for April Fool's Day about the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) arriving at the campus of Northern Illinois University (NIU) instead of UNI for their site visit; photo.
5	Provost job still vacant, unsurprisingly Northern Iowan 117:46, p.5	04/01/2021	A satire piece for April Fool's Day about the Provost leaving in May and the University being unable to find a replacement; photo.
6	Single snowflake spotted; UNI cancels class for week Northern Iowan 117:46, p.7	04/01/2021	A satire piece for April Fool's Day about Mark Nook cancelling classes because he saw a single snowflake and thought a big snowstorm was coming; photo.
7	TC and TK get the boot thanks to new "brand" Northern Iowan 117:46, p.5	04/01/2021	A satire piece about TC and TK being replaced by Tony the Tiger and Cap'n Crunch since the mascots are outdated due to the new logo; photo.
8	UNI to add two new sports Northern Iowan 117:46, p.8	04/01/2021	A satire piece for April Fool's Day about two new sports coming to UNI in the Fall of 2021: ice skating and kite flying; photo.
9	Laugh it up at GBPAC comedy night Northern Iowan 117:38, p.4	03/04/2021	The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) is hosting a comedy night featuring Orlando Leyba and Tammy Pescatelli; photo.
10	Doug Shaw shares the comedy of math Northern Iowan 117:8, p.4	09/14/2020	Doug Shaw led a Zoom meeting with Karen Mitchell called Comedy of Mathematics. Mitchell credits Doug to the production of the event; photo.
11	Douglas Shaw shares how to tell a joke Northern Iowan 117:6, p.5	09/07/2020	Douglas Shaw shares how to tell a joke with his Monster Puppet in a five-part series on Youtube alongside the Interpreters Theater; photo.
12	Some Assembly Required presents 'Love Stories' Northern Iowan 116:38, p.1	02/24/2020	The UNI improvisation group Some Assembly Required (SAR) performed at ThreeHouse on February 22; photos.
13	We need to keep television weird Northern Iowan 116:34, p.3	02/10/2020	In the author's opinion, television - both network and streaming - needs to push boundaries to remain interesting and garner viewership. Lien discusses shows that have done this through the years; photo.
14	Panther Portrait: Hot Topics with SAE Northern Iowan 116:32, p.4	02/03/2020	Members of the improv comedy group Some Assembly Required (SAR) hosted their first show of the season, "Hot Topics," at Threehouse; photos.
15	Meyers delivers laughs in 'Lobby Baby' Northern Iowan 116:23, p.5	11/18/2019	Leitner gives "Late Night" host Seth Meyers' Netflix comedy special "Seth Meyers: Lobby Baby" a favorable review; photo.
16	'Jojo Rabbit' comically attacks Nazis Northern Iowan 116:22, p.4	11/14/2019	Friesen reviews "Jojo Rabbit," 4/5; photo.
17	Daniel Franzese doesn't even go here Northern Iowan 115:49, p.4	04/15/2019	The Campus Activities Board sponsored comedian Damian Leigh's comedy tour "Yass You're Amazing" in Maucker Union on April 10. Leigh is known for appearing in the film Mean Girls; photos.
18	'The Room' is greatest film ever Northern Iowan 115:45, p.7	04/01/2019	A satire piece for April Fool's Day providing a pretend review of the movie "The Room," 5/5; photo.
19	Campus squirrels armed to defend trees Northern Iowan 115:45, p.5	04/01/2019	Satire piece in honor of April Fool's Day about arming UNI campus squirrels with small slingshots to defend the ash trees from the emerald ash borer.
20	Clough and Q try out at pro day Northern Iowan 115:45, p.8	04/01/2019	Satire article for April Fool's Day about two non-athlete students taking part in an NFL draft day; photo.
21	Dick's Pizza won't go down without a fight Northern Iowan 115:45, p.6	04/01/2019	Satire piece for April Fool's Day about the owner of a former College Hill restaurant Dick's Pizza selling pizza on the street; photo.
22	DIII athlete changes Instagram bio Northern Iowan 115:45, p.8	04/01/2019	Satire article for April Fool's Day about a fictional college athlete who planned on being DI athlete but became a DIII athlete.
23	Insomnia Cookies actually cause insomnia Northern Iowan 115:45, p.7	04/01/2019	Satire piece for Abril Fool's Day about the local business Insomnia Cookies actually causing insomnia; photo.
24	UNI receives Weather Resiliency Award Northern Iowan 115:45, p.5	04/01/2019	Satire piece for April Fool's Day claiming UNI was awarded a Weather Resiliency award due to frigid winter temperatures and ongoing classes; photo.
25	Chloe Hilliard delivers laughs at CAB show Northern Iowan 115:11, p.5	10/01/2018	Comedian Chloe Hilliard performed in Maucker Union on September 27, organized by the Campus Activities Board (CAB); photo.
26	Entertaining Saturday Night, live with David Spade Northern Iowan 115:10, p.5	09/27/2018	Comedian David Spade performed the first show of the 18th Fall Artist Series at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on September 22. Barikor gives the performance, with a few drawbacks, a positive review; photo.
27	Legendary comedian graces GBPAC Northern Iowan 114:13, p.4	10/09/2017	Shelby Welsch reviews Lily Tomlin's performance. Tomlin performed stand-up comedy at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Theatre; photo.
28	Clean cut 'comic's comic' Northern Iowan 112:46, p.1	03/31/2016	Comedian Brian Regan will perform at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on April 2; photo.
29	All-staff opinion column: What did you think of the 2016 Academy Awards? Northern Iowan 112:41, p.3	03/03/2016	Reid, Baxter, and Cobb each give their opinion of the 2016 Academy Awards; photos.
30	Same old Bo, for better or worse Northern Iowan 112:34, p.5	02/08/2016	Singer-songwriter comedian Bo Burnham performed at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on February 3. Mattox gives the performance a mixed but overall favorable review; photos.
31	Improv group caters to a younger audience Northern Iowan 112:32, p.4	02/01/2016	Mattox reviews the Half-Masted improv group show at the Lamppost on January 29, giving it a mixed but overall favorable review.
32	Ready, set, Bo! Northern Iowan 112:29, p.2	01/21/2016	The Campus Activities Board (CAB) will bring comedian Bo Burnham to campus to perform in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on February 3; photo.
33	Getting advice from the doctor himself Northern Iowan 112:5, p.4	09/14/2015	Comedian "Dating Doctor" David Coleman performed in the Old Central Ballroom; photo.
34	Jay Leno brings laughs to GBPAC Northern Iowan 112:5, p.1	09/14/2015	Comedian Jay Leno performed a sold-out show at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center on September 12; photo.
35	UNI's Gallagher Bluedorn hosts 'Whose Line is it Anyway?' stars Public Relations News Release 2014:210, p.1	03/11/2015	Collin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood from "Whose Line is it Anyway?" will be at Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center April 10. Ticket prices for this event range from $25 to $40. This event is part of the GBPAC's 2014-15 Artist Series.
36	Gallagher Bluedorn to host comedian Adam DeVine Public Relations News Release 2014:162, p.1	01/28/2015	Adam DeVine will be at UNI on February 28, tickets for this event range from $23 to $29 and can be purchased at any UNItix location. This event is part of the Artist Series "Spark, Ignite, Inspire."
37	Pete Lee-ving in the moment Northern Iowan 111:16, p.1	10/23/2014	Comedian Pete lee guest lectured to students and faculty in the Commons Ballroom; photo.
38	Hip-hop meshes with comedy Northern Iowan 111:15, p.4	10/20/2014	Student Nick Carolan reviews a new hip-hop album.
39	A chaotic sense of humor Northern Iowan 110:52, p.4	04/21/2014	Kelly Boon gave a presentation on Creativity, Humor and Other Stuff (CHAOS) in Lang Hall Auditorium. Boon encouraged people to use laughter and creativity to deal with stressful situations; photo.
40	The Second City incites laughter at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Northern Iowan 110:8, p.4	09/24/2013	Second City, the world's largest improvisation and sketch comedy school, put on a performance of "Happily Ever After" at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The show was sponsored by the Campus Activities Board; photo.
41	Half-Masted hosts Gorilla Theater Northern Iowan 108:47, p.7	04/03/2012	Actors perform scenes that are completely fictional. The group split into two teams for competition. The result was laughter and applause; photo.
42	UNI Sketch turns unused channel into high-energy student run television show Northern Iowan 108:37, p.7	02/17/2012	Classy college humor combined with high energy describes Sketch. Rob Bauer and Taran Goecke founded the program. The show appears on Wednesday evenings every three weeks; photo.
43	Don't be that guy Northern Iowan 108:25, p.4	12/02/2011	Bad jokes and sucking up to the professor are not looked upon with favor among fellow classmates. Class participation can be taken to the extreme; photo.
44	Broken Lizard Comedy Group comes to Jokers Northern Iowan 108:24, p.6	11/18/2011	Finale of fall tour brings group to the Cedar Valley. Two of the members were creators of the "Super Troopers". The show is billed as fun, rowdy, and one that college students would like.
45	Hatin' on sitcoms Northern Iowan 108:18, p.4	10/28/2011	Today's generation seems to identify with the characters in present day sitcoms such as "Big Bang Theory" and "Two and a Half Men". The poor dialogue and ridiculous setups seem to click in their brains.
46	Stand-up comedian Lewis Black to perform 'In God We Rust' at UNI Northern Iowan 107:33, p.2	02/04/2011	Performing to sold out audiences is normal for this comedian. He appears on television regularly. Black will perform at the Gallagher-Bluedorn PAC.
47	Comedian Tom Green to perform at Joker's Comedy Night Club Northern Iowan 107:32, p.3	02/01/2011	Interview with MTV comedian prior to his appearance in Cedar Falls; photo.
48	Campus Activates Board hosts comedy night Northern Iowan 107:23, p.6	11/16/2010	Adam Grabowski and Cristela Alonzo held the crowd in their hands during comedy night.
49	'Half-Masted' to perform improv comedy at UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:110, p.1	10/25/2010	The troupe is instructed and directed by Doug Shaw, a professor of mathematics, and includes a group of students, alumni, and members of the community. They also do private shows and seminars throughout Iowa.
50	Half-Masted recruits members for the new semester Northern Iowan 106:31, p.8	01/29/2010	The Cedar Valley's improvisation troupe has thrived under the direction of Doug Shaw. Many look forward to their show at the end of each semester. The group also participates in seminars, private shows, and workshops; photo.
51	Is there Anything Really Wrong with Offensive Humor? Public Relations News Release 2009:246, p.1	01/28/2010	As a follow-up to Sienkiewicz's lecture and the recent protest against bias-related incidents at UNI, a panel discussion will take place at noon in Baker Hall. Harry Brod, Melissa Heston, and Doug Shaw, will serve as discussion leaders.
52	Sienkiewiez takes on South Park's anti-semitism and offensive humor; Emmy-nominated screenwriter and documentarian to visit UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:246, p.1	01/28/2010	Matt Sienkiewicz has spoken and written on issues of racial and ethnic stereotyping in the long-running Comedy Central cartoon "South Park." He will share his thoughts on these issues and show his latest documentary film to kick-off his visit.
53	What's Under Kyle's Hat? Public Relations News Release 2009:246, p.1	01/28/2010	"What's Under Kyle's Hat?: South Park, Anti-Semitism and the Jew Joke in Multicultural America," will be the topic of Sienkiewicz's lecture in Maucker Union Ballroom. His talk places South Park's controversial depictions of Jews into a variety of contexts
54	Half-Masted to hold auditions Northern Iowan 2008:30, p.7	01/26/2010	Comedy improvisation group is welcoming new members to their group. Auditions will be held January 26 and 27th in the Elm Room of Maucker Union.
55	Waterloo native Michael Mosley stars in hit T. V. show "Scrubs" Northern Iowan 106:27, p.7	12/11/2009	The ninth season of "Scrubs" is highlighted by the addition of three new main characters. One of the new members is a native of Waterloo, Michael Mosley.
56	Half-Masted brings laughter to the UNI campus Northern Iowan 106:26, p.7	12/08/2009	A local improv group, Half-Masted, performed four times last weekend. The group is divided into two teams that act out scenes they create on the spot; photo.
57	UNISTA hosts third annual Stand-Up Comedy night Northern Iowan 106:17, p.14	10/27/2009	Seven comics perform at the third annual Stand-Up Comedy night. Many laughs throughout the evening; photo.
58	Audience roars with laughter at Regan's clever humor Northern Iowan 106:14, p.7	10/16/2009	Comedian Brian Regan entertained an enthusiastic crowd at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
59	Wilmore entertains crowd with satirical wit Northern Iowan 106:7, p.6	09/22/2009	A crowded Maucker Union ballroom greeted producer, actor, comedian, and writer Larry Wilmore. President Obama, Michael Jackson, and homosexuality came under fire. Wilmore's job history found interesting.
60	Second City comedy company performs at GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:5, p.11	09/15/2009	A sold-out crowd heard the improvisations of "Second City". No subject was off limits during the show. The group received two standing ovations; photo.
61	From "Saturday Night Live" to live every weeknight Northern Iowan 105:44, p.3	03/27/2009	The emergence of Jimmy Fallon as a late night talk show host.
62	A comedic look at the election Northern Iowan 105:15, p.14	10/21/2008	Appearance by the Reduced Shakespeare Company will inject some fun into the Presidential campaign; photo.
63	UNI Calendar of Events Northern Iowan 105:3, p.5	09/09/2008	Activities for the week of September 7-13.
64	Half-Master 3.2 will hold auditions Public Relations News Release 2008:42, p.1	09/04/2008	The Cedar Valley's own special comedy improvisational troupe, is holding auditions in the College Eye Room of Maucker Union. Doug Shaw has performed with several improv troupes throughout the Midwest, including the Impossibles.
65	UNI professor and student team up for comedy show Public Relations News Release 2008:43, p.1	09/04/2008	Doug Shaw, professor of mathematics, and Jordan Meyer, a senior from Waterloo, are teaming up to perform a comedy show, titled "Doug and Jordan: An Evening of solo improv comedy, performed by two people over the course of about an hour."
66	The Northern Iowan welcomes you Northern Iowan 105:1, p.1	08/29/2008	Photos from opening week of classes; photo.
67	"Reno 911 !" comedians crack up campus Northern Iowan 104:45, p.9	04/01/2008	Comedians Carlos Alzaraqui and Cedric Yarbrough perform to packed house in Maucker Union. Skits about the Hawkeyes, Cyclones, and the potholes on University Avenue were huge hits with the crowd; photo.
68	Long time coming Northern Iowan 104:35, p.7	02/15/2008	Scott Long to perform at Joker's; photo.
69	Don't worry, be happy Northern Iowan 104:34, p.7	02/12/2008	Be Positive Month suggestions.
70	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:20, p.11	11/02/2007	Women experience what it feels like to be pregnant; Half-Masted 3.2 Improv Troupe performs; photo.
71	The fabulous Dane Cook Northern Iowan 104:4, p.7	09/07/2007	Comedian accused of performing material stolen from other comedians.
72	Saturday Night Live comedian cracks up UNI Northern Iowan 103:50, p.1	04/10/2007	Seth Myers was a huge hit with students during his performance during Thursdaze series. Tig Notaro was the opening act; photo.
73	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/02/2007	Seth Meyers from "Saturday Night Live" will be performing Thursday, April 5.
74	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/02/2007	Eliot Chang will be performing Monday, April 2.
75	Seth Meyers visit to UNI rescheduled Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	03/29/2007	"Saturday Night Live" comedian Seth Meyers will be on campus Thursday, April 5.
76	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	03/26/2007	"Let's Die Laughing" will be presented by Eliot Chang Monday, April 2.
77	Mo Rocca delights crowd Northern Iowan 103:19, p.11	10/31/2006	UNI crowd appreciates the talents of Mo Rocca; photo.
78	UNI to host comedian Mo Rocca Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/19/2006	Nationally known comedian Mo Rocca will visit the University of Northern Iowa Thursday, October 26.
79	George Carlin brings laughs, shock to UNI Northern Iowan 103:9, p.1	09/26/2006	George Carlin performed to two near sell out crowds September 21. In addition to his stand up routine, he has fourteen comedy albums, thirteen HBO specials, four books, and roles in eleven feature films; photo.
80	Steve Brown headlines comedy show Northern Iowan 101:39, p.2	02/22/2005	Will perform at Lang Hall as part of the UNI Entertainment Committee program.
81	Friday, Feb. 25 Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	02/21/2005	Chinese New Year Festival will take place; Comedy Show will perform in Lang.
82	Comedy show to take place at UNI Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	02/18/2005	Comedian Steve Brown will headline show and also appearing will be Big Sean and Tiny.
83	Humor in politics reaches students Northern Iowan 101:18, p.9	10/29/2004	Examines trend of young people getting their political information from satirical sources, such as television's "The Daily Show" mock news program.
84	'The Capitol Steps' promises to provide side-splitting humor Northern Iowan 101:17, p.11	10/26/2004	Description of "The Capitol Steps" performance to visit the Gallagher-Bluedorn PAC; photo.
85	Comedian Louie Anderson will perform at Coconuts Oct. 7 Northern Iowan 101:6, p.14	09/17/2004	Louie Anderson to perform at Coconuts after postponing a performance there in July; photo.
86	Local comedy improv troupe performs at UNI, Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	10/22/2003	Half-Masted 3.2 is comprised of UNI students and directed by Doug Shaw.
87	You'd be wrong to miss Wright Northern Iowan 100:12, p.15	10/10/2003	Comedian Steven Wright to perform here Saturday; photo.
88	Laugh 'til you're blue in the face! Northern Iowan 98:42, p.11	03/08/2002	A comedy show, intended to promote diversity, will take place in the Maucker Union Expansion; photo.
89	UNI hosts comics from Black Entertainment Television's 'Comic View' Public Relations News Release 2001:334, p.1	03/05/2002	Angelo Lazado, Rodney Johnson, and B-Phlat will perform in the comedy show in the Maucker Union Expansion on March 8.
90	What's Up Northern Iowan 98:41, p.4	03/05/2002	Meetings and activities planned.
91	Asian comedy group to perform Northern Iowan 97:45, p.15	03/23/2001	Chicago based Asian comedy group will perform as part of Asian Awareness Month.
92	Candidates, students come together for Vote 2000 rally Northern Iowan 97:13, p.3	10/10/2000	A political rally of local candidates and voter registration was held before the "Capitol Steps" performance; photo.
93	Political satirists to visit UNI Northern Iowan 97:12, p.8	10/06/2000	A group of political humorists, "Capitol Steps", will perform.
94	Vote 2000 Rally as American as apple pie Northern Iowan 97:12, p.1	10/06/2000	Students will be able to talk to candidates for various offices before the performance of "Capitol Steps."
95	Comedian brings humor to campus Northern Iowan 96:52, p.1	04/18/2000	Admission to see Peter Lipsey is a canned or boxed food item which will be donated to St. Vincent DePaul; photo.
96	Celebrate Asian Awareness Month Northern Iowan 95:45, p.5	03/26/1999	Asian-American Comedy Troupe will perform in Union March 26 and Asian dinner will be held in Lutheran Student Center March 27.
97	Night of comedy will benefit local food bank Northern Iowan 95:19, p.1	11/03/1998	TCI, Comedy Central and UNI will sponsor screenings of "South Park" and "Upright Citizen's Brigade" and comedian Ted Alexandro in Union Friday; admission is non-perishable food items.
98	Comedy event Northern Iowan 95:16, p.14	10/23/1998	TCI and Comedy Central presents comedian Ted Alexandro and special screening of South Park and Upright Citizens Brigade November 6 in Union; admission is three non-perishable food items.
99	Laugh your way to finding truth Northern Iowan 94:19, p.9	11/04/1997	Robert Weide talks about humor and films; photo.
100	Cedar Falls is not a "Second City" Northern Iowan 93:59, p.4	07/11/1997	Student responds to Jackie Young Holst's review of "Second City" comedy group.