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1	Panther Portrait: College Hill Famers Market Northern Iowan 117:15, p.5	10/08/2023	Panther Portrait of the weekly College Hill Farmer's Market; photos.
2	Gallagher Bluedorn hosts Spectrum Project Spring Concert Northern Iowan 119:52, p.4	04/20/2023	Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) hosted the Spectrum Project spring concert on April 16, 2023 for the first time since 2020. Children of all ages with differing disabilities in the Cedar Valley area came together to perform anything from art to music to drama; photo.
3	Student section southbound Northern Iowan 119:50, p.1	04/13/2023	On Monday, April 3rd, UNI Athletics presented their new football seating arrangement within the Dome for the Fall 2023 season. The student and Panther Marching Band (PMB) sections are being moved 30 yards south to make room for premium seating for season ticket holders; photos.
4	A space of their own: UNI's sorority leaders honor over a century of tradition Northern Iowan 119:44, p.1	03/23/2023	Mallory Schmitz interviews three women who are sorority leaders at UNI including Cassie Williams, Laura Harms, and Ana Muell. They tell their experiences of sorority life and encourage students to join after participation decreasing due to the pandemic; photo.
5	Connie Hansen's impact at UNI spans 34 years Northern Iowan 119:42, p.5	03/09/2023	Bailey Klinkhammer interviews and tells Connie Hansen's story of her time as a student and employee at UNI. Connie has worked in the Office of Admissions, the Alumni Association, and currently the Office of Student Involvement in Maucker Union; photo.
6	Guest speaker Leo Lambert on keeping the heart in education Northern Iowan 119:31, p.1	01/26/2023	President of Elon University in North Carolina Leo Lambert speaks to UNI and Wartburg's faculty and staff about building healthy relationships with undergraduate students; photo.
7	How the most pivotal events of 2022 will shape 2023 and beyond Northern Iowan 119:29, p.3	01/19/2023	Drew Hill writes on events like tensions between Russia and Ukraine, women's rights, and the midterm election and gives his opinions on how they will affect the years to come; photo.
8	Petersen finishing career at home Northern Iowan 119:26, p.6	12/01/2022	Mackenzie Olson interviews volleyball player Sydney Petersen on her experience playing for the Texas Longhorns and spending her last year of eligibility at UNI; photo.
9	A "gleeful" holiday season Northern Iowan 119:25, p.4	11/28/2022	The Varsity Glee Club puts on their second Christmas Variety show post-quarantine at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). Grant Pedersen interviews the Glee Leadership Council Chairman Brady Van Waardhuizen who talks about the creativity that goes into creating these performances and how the pandemic impacted the club; photo.
10	The red wave in Iowa Northern Iowan 119:24, p.3	11/17/2022	Drew Hill writes an opinion piece on the recent midterm election results which he believes confirms that Iowa is most likely moving away from being a swing state to becoming a solid Republican state; photo.
11	Vote for who you know Northern Iowan 119:20, p.3	11/03/2022	Drew Hill writes an opinion piece strongly urging students to vote for Kim Reynolds and Chuck Grassley during the midterm election.
12	UNI Athletics third annual UNity walk Northern Iowan 119:14, p.4	10/13/2022	Diamond Roundtree writes about the annual UNity walk hosted by UNI Athletics to raise awareness to the daily racial injustices, mental health stigma, and general issues that athletes face; photo.
13	In-person orientation returns after three years Northern Iowan 119:3, p.5	09/01/2022	Freshman orientation for incoming Panthers was held in person for the first time since fall of 2020. Transfer student orientation was still held virtually due to the different needs of the group. The orientation team has received a lot of positive feedback about the orientation held this year; photo.
14	UNI to host panel on COVID-19, mental health Northern Iowan 118:52, p.1	04/25/2022	Steve Carignan, Associate Dean of the College of Humanities, to moderate a panel on the impact on mental health by COVID-19; photo.
15	Pause on federal student loan repayments extended by Biden through Aug. 31 Northern Iowan 118:50, p.1	04/18/2022	President Joe Biden puts a pause on federal student loan repayments until Aug. 31, 2022; photos.
16	During COVID-19,while others were teching-up, Professor Cline-Brown teched down Northern Iowan 118:49, p.1	04/14/2022	Professor Kimberly Cline-Brown creates unique ways for students to learn during COVID-19 and wins the Beverly Funk Barnes Educator Excellence Award, the Liberal Arts Core Teaching Excellence Award, and the Red Apple award from students; photo.
17	Teacher Convocation returns to campus Northern Iowan 118:47, p.1	04/07/2022	The Teacher Convocation and Celebration event returns to the McLeod Center after a two-year absence; photo.
18	Math professor brings joy to Cedar Valley through improv Northern Iowan 118:46, p.1	04/04/2022	Doug Shaw, a member of the mathematics faculty, holds workshops with improv groups on campus; photo.
19	Proposed GOP budget for state universities is less than 20 years ago Northern Iowan 118:45, p.1	03/31/2022	The article discusses the Iowa House of Representative's proposed budget for funding the Iowa's Regent universities, which would not include a sate funding increase; photo.
20	UNI: the most affordable, highest value university in Iowa Northern Iowan 118:44, p.3	03/28/2022	Guest columnist Kristin Woods, Ph.D, explains the benefits of attending UNI; photo.
21	Black History Month Northern Iowan 118:41, p.5	03/10/2022	Belinda Creighton-Smith discusses their experiences throughout their life as a Black person; photo.
22	Gas prices surge in the U.S. Northern Iowan 118:41, p.3	03/10/2022	Drew Hill gives their opinion on the current gas prices in the U.S. as the Ukraine-Russia conflict continues; photo.
23	LGBTQ+ community showcased in alum's musical Northern Iowan 118:41, p.1	03/10/2022	UNI alum Sarah Julius created a musical, "Great Big Rainbow World," about queer acceptance and celebration that will debut in June; photo.
24	Multiple Panthers honored with MVC awards Northern Iowan 118:40, p.7	03/07/2022	Multiple members of the men's basketball team received Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) awards.
25	Restricting misinformation Northern Iowan 118:37, p.3	02/24/2022	Drew Hill gives their opinion on social media platforms taking action against misinformation, citing the first amendment; photo.
26	Jazz comes to life at UNI Northern Iowan 118:36, p.1	02/21/2022	UNI hosted the 67th annual Tallcorn Jazz Festival February 17-18 in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) and Bengston Auditorium in Russell Hall. Performances included 38 Iowa high school bands, the UNI jazz bands, and guest performer Melissa Aldana. Mike Conrad, assistant professor of jazz studies and music education, discusses the history of the festival and its importance; photo.
27	Iowa Board of Regents votes to remove standardized testing requirement Northern Iowan 118:31, p.1	02/03/2022	The Board of Regents decided to keep the ACT optional for incoming students, citing GPA as a better indicator of graduation; photo.
28	Students navigate COVID-19 test options Northern Iowan 118:31, p.1	02/03/2022	There are many different COVID-19 test options available in the Cedar Falls area; photo.
29	UNI needs to compensate SAA Northern Iowan 118:30, p.3	01/31/2022	Bailey Klinkhammer hopes to see the Student Admissions Ambassadors compensated; photo.
30	Panthers debate COVID-19 safety Northern Iowan 118:29, p.3	01/27/2022	Patience Kauzlarich interviewed multiple students and alumni to get their point of view on the continuing COVID-19 safety debate; photo.
31	RA Conference comes to UNI Northern Iowan 118:29, p.1	01/27/2022	The 31st annual RA Conference will be held this weekend. Three hundred RAs and Resident Life staff will be attending from 36 schools across the midwest; photo.
32	Behind the empty lunch counter Northern Iowan 118:28, p.1	01/24/2022	Both Rialto and Piazza dining centers struggle with staffing shortages; photo.
33	Faculty and students demand updated COVID-19 precautions Northern Iowan 118:28, p.1	01/24/2022	A group of faculty, staff, and students came together to form an open letter to the Board of Regents to express their concerns about COVID-19; photo.
34	Firing up again: Holiday pottery sale Northern Iowan 118:27, p.1	12/06/2021	The holiday pottery sale is back after last year's cancellation. The artwork comes from the advanced ceramics students as well as the ceramics instructor, JoAnn Schnabel; photo.
35	Men's Glee Club back on stage Northern Iowan 118:27, p.5	12/06/2021	The Men's Glee Club returned to the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) for their 44th annual Christmas Variety Show after nearly two years absence; photo.
36	Campbell Hall cast away Northern Iowan 118:26, p.1	12/02/2021	Campbell Hall's future is unclear, as it sits almost completely empty while being used as a quarantine space for students with COVID-19; photo.
37	Falling enrollment a challenge, and not just for UNI Northern Iowan 118:25, p.3	11/29/2021	Guest Columnist Glenn Gray discusses the challenges faced by the state's public universities due to falling enrollment numbers. Originally published in The Courier; photo.
38	Iowa Board of Regents launches free-speech survey for students, staff Northern Iowan 118:25, p.1	11/29/2021	The Iowa Board of Regents released its first free-speech survey as part the multi-step plan to protect freedom of expression at the state's public universities; photo.
39	UNI enrollment projected to increase within 5 years Northern Iowan 118:25, p.1	11/29/2021	The increase in three and four-year graduation rates, along with the COVID-19 crisis, has dropped the enrollment rate, but it is projected to increase within 5 years; photo.
40	Percussion concert goes virtual Northern Iowan 117:27, p.5	11/19/2021	UNI School of Music presents various percussion ensembles virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.
41	International Education Week kicks off with festivities, food and fun Northern Iowan 118:23, p.1	11/15/2021	The Office of International Engagement hopes to highlight the many global opportunities at UNI during this year's International Education Week; photo.
42	The new crisis in the US: Staff shortages Northern Iowan 118:23, p.3	11/15/2021	Jetta Colsch gives her opinion on the staff shortages happening throughout the country; photo.
43	Antwan Kimmons: A spark plug on and off the court Northern Iowan 118:22, p.1	11/11/2021	Antwan Kimmons, sophomore basketball player, looks forward to the new season; photo.
44	TheatreUNI to present 'The Fractured Mind of Eric Coble' Northern Iowan 118:22, p.2	11/11/2021	TheatreUNI performs their second show, "The Fractured Mind of Eric Coble," as a podcast; photo.
45	UNI orchestra presents fall concert Northern Iowan 118:19, p.1	11/01/2021	The Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra presented their fall concert; photo.
46	UNI students debate distance and in-person learning Northern Iowan 118:19, p.3	11/01/2021	Two students explain their experiences with distance learning, one enjoyed it and the other struggled.
47	David's Taphouse and Dumplings abrira pronto Northern Iowan 118:17, p.3	10/25/2021	Associate professor of management Andy Anderson opens a new restaurant in Cedar falls: David's Taphouse and Dumplings. Read in English and see photo on page 1.
48	UNI professor opens restaurant Northern Iowan 118:17, p.1	10/25/2021	Associate professor of management Andy Anderson opens a new restaurant in Cedar Falls: David's Taphouse and Dumplings; photo. To read in Spanish, see page 3.
49	El actual debate sobre las vacunas en la NBA Northern Iowan 118:14, p.3	10/14/2021	The NBA does not require players to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but they have strict protocols based on the vaccination status of different players. Read in English on page 6.
50	Masks on or masks off? Northern Iowan 118:14, p.3	10/14/2021	In this opinion article, Patience Kauzlarich pushes for students to wear masks during in-person classes, though they are not required; photo.
51	The ongoing debate of vaccinations in the NBA Northern Iowan 118:14, p.6	10/14/2021	The NBA does not require players to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but they have strict protocols based on the vaccination status of different players. Read in Spanish on page 3.
52	UNI continues to grapple with O'Kane removal Northern Iowan 118:14, p.1	10/14/2021	Students and faculty fight back against the decision to discipline a professor for requiring masks. Another meeting with Dr. O'Kane's students was held on October 7, where administrative faculty spoke with them about their class; photo.
53	Clothesline Project returns to UNI Northern Iowan 118:13, p.2	10/11/2021	The Clothesline Project returns for its 10th consecutive year this fall. It is an international movement meant to protest violence against women, and will be a three day event on campus; photo.
54	Family weekend returns Northern Iowan 118:13, p.1	10/11/2021	Family Weekend is back, as COVID-19 did not allow for one last year. There are many activities for students and parents; photo.
55	NISG condemns administration Northern Iowan 118:13, p.1	10/11/2021	Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) resolved to give a statement of support for the students in Professor O'Kane's class who were affected by his dismissal. They also voted on committee chairs in this meeting; photo.
56	Check "DIS" out Northern Iowan 118:12, p.1	10/07/2021	The Department of Diversity, Inclusion, & Social Justice (DIS) are hosting a Harvest Conference with keynote speaker being former NFL player Jerry James (J.J.) Moses Jr. Read in Spanish on page 3; photo.
57	UNI acogera la conferencia "Harvest" Northern Iowan 118:12, p.3	10/07/2021	The Department of Diversity, Inclusion, & Social Justice (DIS) are hosting a Harvest Conference with keynote speaker being former NFL player Jerry James (J.J.) Moses Jr. Read in English and see photo on page 1.
58	Was removing Dr. O'Kane from the classroom the right choice from UNI? Northern Iowan 118:12, p.3	10/07/2021	Author Jetta Colsch gives her opinion on Professor O'Kane's removal from the classroom after requiring a mask in his class, though it is prohibited by the Board of Regents; photo.
59	I went to a Harry Styles concert and here's what happened Northern Iowan 118:11, p.3	10/04/2021	Abigail Saathoff details her Harry Styles concert experience. She spoke of the excitement after two years of waiting for the concert after it was postponed due to COVID-19; photo.
60	NISG debates masks, approves funding Northern Iowan 118:11, p.2	10/04/2021	Student Body President Samantha Bennett floated the idea of signing a joint student government statement to support giving local universities the authority to implement mask mandates on campus if they choose. The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) also approved funding for the UNI Women's Volleyball Club, the Dancer Hall Activities and Recreation Team, UNI Men's Basketball Club, and Gamma Phi Beta; photo.
61	"The Great Gastby" Maucker Movie Northern Iowan 118:10, p.4	09/30/2021	The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is hosting Maucker Movie for homecoming, and to keep up with the theme "Let the Good Times Roar," they are showing "The Great Gatsby".
62	Change your mind when circumstances change Northern Iowan 118:10, p.3	09/30/2021	Vilma Gomez pushes for people to wear their masks even if they have been vaccinated, according to CDC recommendations. Read this article in Spanish and see photo on page 3.
63	Let the good times roar Northern Iowan 118:10, p.1	09/30/2021	Homecoming is back after the cancellation of the 2020 homecoming due to COVID-19. Traditions established nearly 100 years ago continue to be practiced now, including football, campaniling, and the homecoming parade. Read in Spanish on page 5; photo.
64	Puedes cambiar de opinion cuando cambian las circunstancias Northern Iowan 118:10, p.3	09/30/2021	Vilma Gomez pushes for people to wear their masks even if they have been vaccinated, according to CDC recommendations. Read in English on page 3; photo.
65	Que rujan los buenos tiempos Northern Iowan 118:10, p.5	09/30/2021	Homecoming is back after the cancellation of the 2020 homecoming due to COVID-19. Traditions established nearly 100 years ago continue to be practiced now, including football, campaniling, and the homecoming parade. Read in English and see photos on page 1.
66	Student body president, vice-president create plans for new semester Northern Iowan 118:10, p.2	09/30/2021	Student Body President Samantha Bennett and Vice President Alisanne Struck have been advocating for mental health, suicide prevention, an inclusive Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) culture, and more online core classes, among other initiatives; photo.
67	UNI preps for homecoming game vs. Youngstown State Northern Iowan 118:10, p.6	09/30/2021	UNI Football prepares to go against Youngstown State for the homecoming game and first Missouri Valley Football Conference game of the year; photo.
68	UNI sees decrease in fall enrollment Northern Iowan 118:10, p.1	09/30/2021	Fall enrollment numbers are the lowest they have been in decades, due to the increase in early graduations and the lasting impact of COVID-19. Kristin Woods hopes that the increase in freshman class size continues and the reintroduction of UNI counselors in schools will bump up the enrollment numbers in the future; photo.
69	The roaring 20(21)'s Northern Iowan 118:9, p.4	09/27/2021	Homecoming returns after COVID-19 stopped the 2020 celebrations. The theme of 2021 is "The Roaring 20(21)'s"; photo.
70	Update: COVID-19 on campus Northern Iowan 118:8, p.1	09/23/2021	An update on COVID-19 numbers and statistics; photo.
71	Aspire to Inspire Northern Iowan 118:7, p.3	09/20/2021	Diego Solorio gives inspirational words to all students trying to adjust after COVID-19; photo.
72	Clases presenciales o en linea Northern Iowan 118:7, p.4	09/20/2021	Professor Kamryn Warren discussed the differences between in-person and online classes during COVID-19. Read in English on page 1; photo.
73	Students, professors adapt to in-person classes Northern Iowan 118:7, p.1	09/20/2021	Professor Kamryn Warren discussed the differences between in-person and online classes during COVID-19. Read in Spanish on page 4; photo.
74	Carillonneurs serenade UNI's campus Northern Iowan 118:6, p.2	09/16/2021	UNI's carillonneurs play music from the campanile; photos.
75	Marching band kicks off season after COVID-19 Northern Iowan 118:5, p.2	09/13/2021	The Panther Marching Band starts their season; photos.
76	Attention art connoisseurs: Cedar Falls downtown to host ARTapalooza this weekend Northern Iowan 118:4, p.5	09/09/2021	The annual ARTapalooza to be held on Main Street.
77	To mask or not to mask Northern Iowan 118:4, p.2	09/09/2021	Student opinions on mask-wearing on campus; photos.
78	Welcome Week: Then and now Northern Iowan 118:4, p.3	09/09/2021	Welcome week and a retrospective on COVID-19; photo. To read the article in Spanish, see El antes y el ahora: La semana de bienvenida on page 3.
79	A comparative COVID-19 college experience Northern Iowan 118:3, p.5	09/02/2021	Freshman and Sophomore students discuss the changes in COVID-19 procedure between the 2020 and 2021 school year; photo.
80	Dining centers struggle to find employees for new semester Northern Iowan 118:3, p.2	09/02/2021	Annie Karr discusses the changes made in the UNI dining centers due to COVID-19 employment shortages; photo.
81	Nook recovers from surgery Northern Iowan 118:3, p.1	09/02/2021	President Nook discussed the beginning of the 2021 school year after recovering from back surgery; photo.
82	Panthers face big test at Iowa State in week 1 Northern Iowan 118:2, p.6	08/30/2021	The UNI football team will play Iowa State in Ames, IA on September 4, 2021. David Warrington looks at both teams previous shortened season due to Covid-19 and the challenges that UNI will face playing the 7th ranked team in the nation; photo.
83	UNI Now! and Welcome Week: Back and better than ever Northern Iowan 118:2, p.1	08/30/2021	UNI's new orientation coordinator Joellen Hatchett kept old traditions while creating new ones for this years Welcome Week and UNI Now! for both old and new students. Lauren McGuill gives more details of the specific events held throughout the week; photos.
84	A message from student body president Samantha Bennett Northern Iowan 118:1, p.2	08/26/2021	Student body president Samantha Bennett welcomes students back to UNI's campus after the Covid-19 pandemic hit that took place the school year before. She encourages students to do all that they can to ensure that the exposure to Covid-19 on campus is minimal including getting vaccinated, wearing masks, and social distancing; photo.
85	College football storylines to watch for in 2021 Northern Iowan 118:1, p.10	08/26/2021	Hunter Friesen writes about highlight news in college football for the upcoming season. The topics include the impacts of Covid-19, the Panthers, Iowa State, and Oklahoma and Texas splitting from the Big 12.
86	United Faculty challenges lack of COVID-19 safety procedures Northern Iowan 118:1, p.1	08/26/2021	The United Faculty union emphasizes the need for better safety procedures to help combat Covid-19 on UNI's campus.
87	Vaccination clinic bookstore giftcard available for students Northern Iowan 118:1, p.1	08/26/2021	Starting August 30, 2021, any students who show proof of their covid-19 vaccination shots will receive a $25 UNI Bookstore gift-card. Students can get their vaccination shots at the Student Health Center each Thrusday from 1-3 PM and Friday from 9-11 AM; photo.
88	Interpreters Theatre hosts social change display Northern Iowan 117:54, p.4	04/29/2021	The Interpreters Theatre hosted an event in Lang Hall on April 27 to showcase four student installations, including performances dealing with sexual assault, climate change, gun-related suicide, and human trafficking; photos.
89	UNI Opera students present "In The Studio" Northern Iowan 117:54, p.4	04/29/2021	UNI Opera and the UNI Art Gallery of Art worked together to put on an online show titled "In the Studio." The performance had singers from UNI Opera paired with a piece from the Gallery of Art; photos.
90	Vaccine distribution across the world Northern Iowan 117:54, p.3	04/29/2021	Rawwas writes a piece discussing what has made vaccine rollouts more effective in some countries than others. In the author's opinion, public development and production of the vaccine would have been more effective than a privatized system; photo.
91	COVID-19 on campus: Cases drop, more vaccination clinics planned Northern Iowan 117:53, p.2	04/26/2021	The number of positive COVID-19 cases on the UNI campus fell to 8.70% compared to 11.11% last week. As the spring semester ends, the Student Health Center plans to host two COVID-19 vaccination clinics available to students, faculty, and staff; photo.
92	NI Symphony Orchestra presents spring concert Northern Iowan 117:52, p.4	04/22/2021	The Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra (NISO) performed a concert in the Great Hall at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). Only a small number of people were allowed to attend, but the concert was also livestreamed on the School of Music's YouTube channel; photo.
93	Online orientation returns with changes Northern Iowan 117:52, p.1	04/22/2021	Summer orientation will be held online due to the pandemic; Orientation Coordinator Joellen Hatchett discusses the decision and changes made to the process. Pending changes in the pandemic, plans remain for events like UNI Now, a weeklong welcome program before the start of the semester, to be held in person; photo.
94	Quesadilla Fridays make a comeback for seniors Northern Iowan 117:52, p.3	04/22/2021	Housing and Dining is brining back the quesadilla bar at Wasabi in the Maucker Union Food Court for a one-time event. The food court closed due to the pandemic, but will re-open in Fall 2021; photo.
95	UNI Fashion Week takes the catwalk Northern Iowan 117:52, p.1	04/22/2021	The Textiles and Apparel Program (TAPP) at UNI is hosting a virtual fashion week called "Catwalk 29." Videos of the shows will be shared across TAPP's YouTube and Instagram channels; photos.
96	COVID-19 on campus: Case count, positivity rate show little change Northern Iowan 117:51, p.2	04/19/2021	The positivity rate of COVID-19 tests has remained mostly the same from data released by the Student Health Center; photos.
97	Panthers get vaccinated on campus Northern Iowan 117:51, p.1	04/19/2021	The Student Health Center (SHC) opened vaccination clinics on campus for students and staff to receive a first dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine; photos.
98	Virtual Diversity Colloquium discusses health inequalities Northern Iowan 117:51, p.1	04/19/2021	The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology, sponsored by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, held its Diversity Colloquium series virtually to discuss health inequality and the COVID-19 pandemic. Panelists included Adam Froyum Roise, Abraham Funchess, Francis Degnin, and Ashleigh Kysar-Moon; photo.
99	Clinic cancelled as FDA pauses shot Northern Iowan 117:50, p.1	04/15/2021	On April 14, UNI's on-campus vaccination clinic in the West Gym was cancelled due to the FDA's recommendation to "pause" the Johnson and Johnson shot. The vaccination was paused due to six female individuals having severe blood clots within the last 6-13 days. The UNI Student Health Center had little time to warn students of the cancellation and many students criticized the handling of the situation; photo.
100	Get vaccinated now for a healthy fall semester Northern Iowan 117:50, p.3	04/15/2021	The author discusses Center for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) statement about the pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and emerging research on AstraZeneca's. In Maier's opinion, taking precautions with vaccines is important and will enable the UNI community to be safely vaccinated for the upcoming fall semester.