Death

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1 An ode to NBC's 'The Good Place'
Northern Iowan 116:32, p.3
In the author's opinion, NBC's "The Good Place" is a very important and meaningful show. Lien discusses the series and its ending; photo.
2 Don't take life for granted
Northern Iowan 116:31, p.3
In the aftermath of the deaths of professional basketball player Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant, and others, Bennethum discusses mortality and the unpredictability of life. The author urges readers to tell people how they feel, especially loved ones; photo.
3 UNI remembers Rettinger in Hawkeye matchup
Northern Iowan 115:54, p.1
The softball team honored alum and former center-fielder Micalla Rettinger, who died on April 28, with a moment of silence before playing the Iowa Hawkeyes. They won, 4-2; photo.
4 Are you pro-life or pro-birth?
Northern Iowan 115:39, p.3
Professor emeritus of marketing Steve Corbin submits a letter to the editor arguing that there are major differences between being pro-life and pro-birth; photo.
5 Another UNI student passes away
Northern Iowan 115:38, p.2
A February 20 announcement informed the UNI community that student Brendan Hartman had passed away on February 16. The February 17 deaths of students Tristan Marlow and Justin Kime had previously been announced.
6 Remembering Justin and Tristan
Northern Iowan 115:37, p.1
A memorial was held on February 18 for Justin Kime and Tristan Marlow, two students killed in a weather-related car accident on February 17; photos.
7 UNI hires third-party firm to investigate fatal Rialto accident
Northern Iowan 115:6, p.2
UNI has hired the third-party engineering firm HBK Engineering LLC to investigate protocols and procedures in the aftermath of a steam leak in Rialto Dining Center, which resulted in the death of employee Kevin Bley.
8 McCain had a passion for unity
Northern Iowan 115:2, p.3
The author writes a piece honoring Senator John McCain after his death, reflecting on his willingness to overcome divisions; photos.
9 Genuine teacher-scholar passes away
Northern Iowan 114:28, p.2
UNI professor, Dr. Rex Karsten, passed away on December 11, 2017. He taught in the department of management. Fellow faculty members remember him with fond words; photo.
10 CFPD searching for possible Hill shooting witness
Northern Iowan 114:26, p.2
The Cedar Falls Police Department are looking for a woman who may be a witness to the shooting that occurred on College Hill on Saturday, November 11, 2017; photo.
11 Lifelong student, educator passes on
Northern Iowan 114:23, p.2
UNI doctoral student, Phyllis Gray, passed away on November 2, 2017; photo.
12 Shots fired on Hill: One dead, one injured
Northern Iowan 114:23, p.1
There was a report of shots fired on College Hill November 11th. The shooting occurred between two Waterloo natives. Campus security and the Cedar Falls Police Department responded to the call; photo.
13 Former UNI football player shot and killed
Northern Iowan 114:16, p.9
Former UNI football player, Jaz Granderson, was shot and killed in St.Louis. He died on October 16, 2017; photo.
14 Responding to tragedy with kindness
Northern Iowan 114:12, p.3
Columnist Barikor encourages people to be kind to one another. She gives a list of things readers can try: photo.
15 Taking a closer look mass murder
Northern Iowan 114:12, p.3
Columnist Cobb discuses mass shootings. Cobb says to stop blaming mental health disorders on these shootings. Cobb says we need to look deeper then gun control and mental health awareness; photo.
16 Remembering Scharron Clayton
Northern Iowan 114:3, p.2
UNI Professor of Ethnic and Cultural Studies, Scharron Clayton, passed away on June 11, 2017, at the age of 70. Clayton is remembered for her work in education about African-American life and culture; photo.
17 Empathy, not blame needed
Northern Iowan 114:2, p.3
Columnist Abbi Cob discusses the tragedy and controversy surrounding child deaths in vehicles due to hyperthermia; photo.
18 The fall of an intellectual giant: Remembering Harry Brod
Northern Iowan 114:1, p.2
Harry Brod, UNI professor of sociology for the past 18 years, passed away on June 16, 2017. There is an overview of his life and his time at UNI; photo.
19 2016 Student Guide
Northern Iowan 112:54, p.
The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
20 Former rugby coach passes
Northern Iowan 112:39, p.6
Former rugby coach and history professor Steve Murra passed away on February 20; memorial services will be held on February 25; photo.
21 Prof passes after 45 years at UNI
Northern Iowan 112:31, p.2
Philosophy and World Religions professor James Robinson died after teaching at UNI for 45 years.
22 Remembering Katie
Northern Iowan 112:21, p.3
Friends and family gathered at Bender Field on November 7 for a remembrance ceremony for Caitlyn "Katie" Burns, who died in her dorm room on September 23; photos.
23 You have worth
Northern Iowan 112:9, p.1
An anonymous student shares her struggles with depression and responds to the recent death of student Caitlyn Burns; photos.
24 Columnist responds to death of student
Northern Iowan 112:8, p.3
Gravert shares his reaction to the death of student Caitlyn Burns, who reportedly committed suicide, and encourages students to seek support and consider their impact on the world; photo.
25 Hundreds gather at candlelight vigil to mourn death of fellow UNI student
Northern Iowan 112:8, p.2
Students gathered at the Campanile on September 23 for a candlelight vigil to remember the life of freshman Caitlyn Rae Burns; photo.
26 Je suis Charlie, among other things
Northern Iowan 111:28, p.4
Amber Rouse looks at the shooting of journalist Charlie Hebdo and the Religious motivations of the attacker; photo.
27 Remembering a professor, colleague, and friend
Northern Iowan 110:17, p.1
Professor Cliff Chancey passed away on October 19. He was a beloved professor and colleague. Funeral services will be held at 10:30a.m. on Saturday, October 26 at First United Methodist Church.
28 Albert Michel
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on August 8, 2012.
29 Alyce (Hoepner) Hart
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on December 7, 2012.
30 Carl Wehner
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on February 19, 2013.
31 Ed Capesius
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on April 1, 2012.
32 Elvira Mellem
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on October 10, 2012.
33 Faith (Meisner) Dredla
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on July 21, 2012.
34 Florence (Willis) Waltman
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on January 31, 2013.
35 Floris (Peters) Waller
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on December 21, 2012.
36 Heather (Rathje) Ellis
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on February 17, 2013.
37 Jim Bodensteiner
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on December 14, 2012.
38 Josephine (Wiley) Hugh
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on March 14, 2010.
39 Lee Miller
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on January 25, 2013.
40 Leland Kuch
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on June 19, 2012.
41 Marti (Detwiler) Friest
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on November 16, 2012.
42 Ollie (Butler) Reed
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on January 6, 2013.
43 Paul Kollasch
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on November 12, 2012.
44 Robert Redding
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on August 29, 2012.
45 Robert Robinson
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on September 29, 2012.
46 Russ Peter
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on February 8, 2013.
47 Sharon Wetherell
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on October 27, 2012.
48 Wanda Wehner
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on March 1, 2013.
49 William Georgou
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.32
Died on January 18, 2013.
50 Film critic remember the late Roger Ebert
Northern Iowan 109:47, p.6
Popular film critic, Roger Ebert, recently passed away. He was one of the most famous film critics of all time.
51 Bruce Aden
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.31
Died on 7/3/2012.
52 Doris (Switzer) Stukenberg
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.31
Died on 10/18/2012.
53 Ione (Linn) Nielsen
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.31
Died on 3/28/2012.
54 Linda Miller
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.30
Employed at St. Timothy's United Methodist Church. Widowed on 7/17/2008.
55 Thomas Switzer
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.31
Died on 8/30/2012.
56 Respect and a requiem for all
Northern Iowan 108:37, p.4
The loss of Whitney Houston examined. A great talent was lost, but she abused her body with drugs and alcohol for many years. Death is too sacred to politicize.
57 Our gluttonous waste
Northern Iowan 108:25, p.3
Thanksgiving is over for this year. Statistics shared showing an alarming number of people dying due to hunger related causes each year. The amount of food wasted is mind boggling; photo.
58 Marching band to celebrate life of deceased student with dedication
Northern Iowan 108:8, p.1
A maple tree has been planted between the Dome and the McLeod Center as a memorial to Anna Williams. A plaque with an etched image of Williams will placed near the tree. Williams was a trombone player with the marching band; photo.
59 Arrest made in Andrews case
Northern Iowan 108:7, p.2
Paris Anding, nineteen, has been arrested and charged with second degree murder in the beating death of Marcellus Andrews.
60 Student found dead in apartment
Northern Iowan 108:4, p.2
Jennifer Mills was found dead in her apartment in University Mills. Ms. Mills was a thirty year old senior in family services. There is no reason to suspect foul play.
61 Panelists discuss revision of Mark Twain's classic
Northern Iowan 107:42, p.5
Replacing the n-word with slave in the classic book makes the book even more difficult to teach. The book deals with race, murder, death, and cruelty. These are heavy topics to discuss and bring emotion into the discussion.
62 UNI students, faculty remember professor of education
Northern Iowan 107:23, p.5
A candlelight vigil honored Janet McClain near the fountain at the Schindler Education Center. Professor McClain lost her fight with cancer on October 27, 2010; photo.
63 A legitimate reason to hate Notre Dame
Northern Iowan 107:20, p.7
The death of a junior at Notre Dame used as a reason to hate the university. Declan Sullivan died while filming a practice session. Wind gusts were reported to be sixty miles per hour and the young man was atop a fifty foot scissor lift.
64 Motorcycle fatalities increase throughout Iowa
Northern Iowan 107:15, p.1
The recent death of a student in a motorcycle accident has raised awareness of the increase in deaths in motorcycle accidents. Half of the deaths are due to brain injury. Ninety-five per cent of those drivers did not wear helmets.
65 The first stage is denial
Northern Iowan 106:54, p.5
Thinking about dying makes a person more appreciative of life.
66 Life, liberty and the pursuit of dying peacefully
Northern Iowan 106:51, p.5
Considers the situations when death might be preferable to life.
67 UNI professor to give lecture on history of corpses on Oct. 14
Public Relations News Release 2009:101, p.1
"Service after death: the political use of corpses" is the title of a lecture to be given by Thomas Connors in Seerley Hall. The lecture will explore the effect that the dead have on the legitimacy of governments.
68 Optimism hurt by video comments
Northern Iowan 105:37, p.5
Believes commentary following the death of a motocross rider was uncalled for and unkind.
69 The dead arrive at UNI
Northern Iowan 105:37, p.7
Museum exhibit deals with Forensic Anthropology. Visitors are greeted with a crime scene and invited to become detectives to solve the mystery; photo.
70 Taking care of each other
Northern Iowan 104:42, p.7
The death of a Loras College student brings home the need to look out for neighbors, friends, roommates, or classmates. Don't be afraid to intervene if necessary.
71 Brad Renfro and Heath Ledger Memorial
Northern Iowan 104:30, p.7
Reactions to the deaths of two young film stars; photo.
72 A conclusion on death and dying
Northern Iowan 104:27, p.7
The loss of a pet and views on death in general.
73 Memorial service held for victims of VT shooting
Northern Iowan 103:54, p.1
Noon on Friday, April 20, found many students and faculty gathered to remember those killed at Virginia Tech earlier in the week; photo.
74 A message about the tragedy at Virginia Tech
Northern Iowan 103:53, p.6
Students urged to contact the Counseling Center for help in dealing with the Virginia Tech killings.
75 Questions
Northern Iowan 103:53, p.5
The biggest question from the Virginia Tech shootings and other school shootings is WHY.
76 Today: We are all Hokies (04-16-07)
Northern Iowan 103:53, p.1
Reactions to the killings on the Virginia Tech campus.
77 Genocide survivor shares story
Northern Iowan 103:50, p.1
Loung Ung, a survivor of the genocide in Cambodia and author of several books, spoke to UNI students about her ordeal; photo.
78 Culture corner
Northern Iowan 103:48, p.8
Sad that a college student was hit by an SUV.
79 Dick Cheney gets no sympathy from here
Northern Iowan 103:48, p.7
Whether a person is liked or disliked should not be a determining factor in life or death.
80 Candy from strangers
Northern Iowan 103:27, p.7
The poisoning death of Alexander Livinenko brings back the use of poisoning in history.
81 Fending off the avian flu
Northern Iowan 102:38, p.7
Believes that tax dollars should be used to find vaccine for avian flu.
82 Be judged and judge
Northern Iowan 102:35, p.9
Believes society needs to judge people, or they will get out of hand.
83 Rethinking views on civilian deaths
Northern Iowan 102:32, p.6
Believes Iraqi civilian deaths hurt the war effort and make the US look bad.
84 Agnes Mellem
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on March 20, 2005.
85 Alice Lawler
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died February 24, 2005.
86 Betty Duncan Oliver
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died December 5, 2004.
87 Charlotte McIlrateh Hauser
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on April 15, 2005.
88 Donna McCreary Malcolm
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died December 18, 2004.
89 Dorothy Atherholt James
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on December 22, 2004.
90 Dorothy King Brown
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on March 21, 2005.
91 Dorothy Starbuck
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on February 18, 2005.
92 Dorothy Welper Anderson
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died February 23, 2005.
93 Edrie Adams
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on May 7, 2005.
94 Eileen Sexton Wilkins
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on February 28, 2005.
95 Elaine Homan
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on February 13, 2005.
96 Eleanor Reiger Carbee
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on April 15, 2005.
97 Elfrieda Hertle McHaffle
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on October 2, 2004.
98 Florence Buckwalter Helt
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on January 28, 2005.
99 Freida Barron Jones
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died December 15, 2004.
100 Garnette Mohler Anderson
Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.30
Died on May 1, 2005.