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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Embracing more religious freedom in the US Northern Iowan 119:16, p.3	10/20/2022	Drew Hill writes an opinion piece about their thoughts on religious freedom and how it is interpreted within the First Amendment. Hill believes that religious rights should be more balanced within the US; photo.
2	Religious impressions on American politics Northern Iowan 118:47, p.3	04/07/2022	The columnist discusses religion's impacts on American politics; photos.
3	Examining Christianity in Japan and Iowa Northern Iowan 117:37, p.5	03/01/2021	Professor of history Dr. Reiner H. Hesselink presented on the German immigrant Francis Xavier Bullinger, was a missionary to Iowa and instrumental in building Dyersville's basilica, and his namesake St. Francis Xavier, a missionary to Asia who brought Christianity to Japan. Hesselink's lecture was part of the monthly Phi Alpha Theta lecture series; photo.
4	Mertz is raw and real in 'Hi God' Northern Iowan 116:21, p.4	11/11/2019	Alldredge reviews graduate student Grace Mertz's show "Hi God," which explores the intersection of faith and academia, and calls it authentic and vulnerable. Attendees were invited to write their own letters which would be displayed in a corner of the Interpreters Theatre; photo.
5	Observing Jesus as a political figure Northern Iowan 116:12, p.3	10/10/2019	Stekl writes about Jesus and the history of violence in the bible, explaining how it disrupts the traditional image of a peaceful Jesus. In the author's opinion, much of what Jesus did was to further a political and religious agenda that was anti-Roman, and explores how Jesus's actions do not work with current conservative and liberal viewpoints; photo.
6	Words have a lasting impact Northern Iowan 116:7, p.3	09/23/2019	Bennethum, a Conservative Christian, writes an opinion on how words can have a lasting impact on people and urges fellow students to respect each other, particularly in the context of religion on campus; photo.
7	Former UNI student starts '6 Mile Clothing' Northern Iowan 115:41, p.5	03/07/2019	Former student Alex Oleson started "6 Mile Clothing" to benefit Christian missions in countries such as China and Haiti; photo.
8	Grad student challenges hypocrisy in play Northern Iowan 115:41, p.1	03/07/2019	Graduate student James Keane wrote, produced, and acted in the production "Ezra and Me," showing March 7-9 in the Lang Hall Interpreters Theatre; photo.
9	Are you pro-life or pro-birth? Northern Iowan 115:39, p.3	02/28/2019	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.
10	'Islam 101' seeks to inform Northern Iowan 115:23, p.2	11/12/2018	The Muslim Student Association will host "Islam 101" on November 14 in Maucker Union Ballroom. The event, held to educate people about Islam, will feature speakers Dema Kazkaz of Al-Noor in Waterloo and Miriam Amer, founder of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)-Iowa; photo.
11	Local synagogue welcomes all for High Holidays Northern Iowan 115:3, p.2	08/30/2018	The Sons of Jacob synagogue welcomes all community members to celebrate the High Holidays. They are hosting Rabbi Ora Simon Schnitzer; photo.
12	LTE: addressing hate crimes through unity Northern Iowan 114:50, p.3	04/12/2018	In his letter to the editor Professor Steve Corbin calls attention to hate crimes and puts out a challenge to Christians, Muslims and Jews to lead the way in bringing down the hate crime crusade.
13	Singing for a mission trip to Kenya Northern Iowan 114:50, p.1	04/12/2018	Celeste Bembry, Student Retention and Recruitment Coordinator for the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences, will be performing selections of jazz pieces at a fundraiser for a Kenya Mission trip that she will be taking part in. The missionaries are to engage with orphans who have lost their parents due to HIV and AIDS. The article covers Celeste's feelings about the mission trip and what she hopes to do while there; photo.
14	The Jewish community in the Cedar Valley Northern Iowan 114:35, p.1	02/08/2018	The Jewish community in Cedar Valley has a rich history.
15	MSA to discuss Islamophobia Northern Iowan 114:24, p.2	11/16/2017	The Muslim Student Association will host a lecture "Rise of Islamophobia" from visiting professor Khaled Beydoun. MSA hopes the lecture will help teach others about Islam, the differences between Islam and radical Islam, and help counter Islamophobia; photo.
16	LTE: Conversations about sin affect trauma Northern Iowan 114:21, p.3	11/06/2017	In this letter to the editor, the author speaks about an encounter they had with some students involving One-Verse Evangelism. The author expressed their discomfort of the encounter due to personal trauma involving the church in their youth.
17	Higher education: challenging views Northern Iowan 113:1, p.4	08/25/2016	Students discuss ways that their worldviews and beliefs have changed or stayed the same since coming to UNI; photo.
18	2016 Student Guide Northern Iowan 112:54, p.	04/28/2016	The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
19	Religious freedom not discrimination Northern Iowan 112:53, p.3	04/25/2016	Day responds to an article in the April 21 edition of the Northern Iowan about legislation called the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. In the author's opinion, such laws are important to protect religious liberty; photos.
20	LGBT* voice concern over bills Northern Iowan 112:52, p.2	04/21/2016	Members of the UNI community respond and discuss the recently-passed Indiana House Bill 101, also known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act; photo.
21	Campus group bars LGBTQ leaders Northern Iowan 112:43, p.3	03/10/2016	In Carr-Murphy's opinion, the campus chapter of the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship discriminates against LGBTQIA+ students by not allowing them to hold leadership positions in the organization; photos.
22	A life 'haunted by God' Northern Iowan 112:41, p.1	03/03/2016	St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center will host the one-woman play "Haunted by God: The Life of Dorothy Day" on March 8; photo.
23	Why I'm voting for an atheist for student body vice president Northern Iowan 112:37, p.3	02/18/2016	Smith writes a letter to the editor discussing religion and supporting Jamison Whiting and Aaron Friel for Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) president and vice president.
24	Prof passes after 45 years at UNI Northern Iowan 112:31, p.2	01/28/2016	Philosophy and World Religions professor James Robinson died after teaching at UNI for 45 years.
25	Walking the plank in Iowa Northern Iowan 112:30, p.1	01/25/2016	Justin Scott of the Freedom from Religion Foundation encourages students to support secular plank resolutions at the Iowa caucuses and hopes to partner with UNI Free Thinkers and Inquirers; photos.
26	Christians, commercialization and holiday distractions Northern Iowan 112:26, p.5	12/07/2015	In Jackson's opinion, Christmas and Black Friday are over-commercialized and people should reduce their shopping and spend time with their families; photos.
27	Informing the voters of Iowa Northern Iowan 112:20, p.7	11/05/2015	The department of philosophy and world religions will hold a three-part lecture series titled "Islam and Iowa Politics." Lectures include "Abraham, Moses and Jesus: The Heritage of the Bible in the Qur'an" by assistant professor of religion John Burnight; "Islam in Iowa: An American Story" by assistant professor of religion Cara Burnidge; and "'We the People': Trust in Public Discourse" by professor of religion William Clohessy; photo.
28	He visits every year, but just who is Brother Jed? Northern Iowan 112:14, p.2	10/15/2015	Student Jacob Madden discusses the evangelical street preacher "Brother Jed".
29	Screaming street preacher: confirmed Christian Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3	09/28/2015	In the author's opinion, despite students who disagree with the content and style of the street preachers who come to UNI, they are Christians; photos.
30	Street preacher sparks heated discussion Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4	09/17/2015	Students engaged with controversial street preacher Brother Matthias in front of Maucker Union on September 14; photos.
31	UNI Right to Life responds to 'War on Christianity' Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3	09/17/2015	In response Hannah Carr-Murphy's column "War on Christianity" published in the Northern Iowan on September 10, student organization UNI Right to Life responds discussing their organization's goals and clarifying that religious belief is not required.
32	War on Christianity Northern Iowan 112:4, p.1	09/10/2015	In the author's opinion, the war on Christianity in America is rhetoric manufactured by the Republican party and conservative Christian politicians, and distracts from real issues of injustice; photo.
33	Celebrating religion Northern Iowan 111:32, p.4	02/02/2015	Students will get a chance to learn about the Catholic religion during Panther Catholic Week.
34	Je suis Charlie, among other things Northern Iowan 111:28, p.4	01/15/2015	Amber Rouse looks at the shooting of journalist Charlie Hebdo and the Religious motivations of the attacker; photo.
35	A light shines AFTERDARK Northern Iowan 111:24, p.1	11/20/2014	Approximately 1,300 students filled the Gallagher-Bluedorn for AFTERDARK, a christian worship event hosted by the UNI student ministries; photo.
36	Letter to the editor Northern Iowan 111:14, p.3	10/16/2014	Student Hansen Breitling shares his opinion on the UNI students reaction to the visit of Brother Jed and Sister Cindy.
37	"We're not talking about lollipops" Northern Iowan 111:12, p.1	10/09/2014	Evangelists came to campus to spread their religious opinion; photo.
38	Finding women's roles in the Catholic church Northern Iowan 110:47, p.6	04/03/2014	Journalist Melinda Henneberger spoke of her thoughts regarding the role of women in the Roman Catholic Church. She stressed the importance of Pope Francis to act on women's issues.
39	Time to break the chain of hatred Northern Iowan 110:46, p.3	03/31/2014	The author speaks about the recent death of Fred Phelps, the former leader of the Westboro Baptist Church. She acknowledges that Phelps was a hateful man, but she encourages readers to forgive him and others.
40	UNI to host founder of Ryumonji Zen Monastery Public Relations News Release 2013:208, p.1	03/13/2014	Rev. Shoken Winecoff, founder of Ryumonji Zen Monastery, will give his lecture, "Diplomacy and Religion" as part of the UNI Diplomat Series. Rev. Shoken Winecoff will share his thoughts on the relationship between diplomacy and religion.
41	Activist, former nurse condemns abortions Northern Iowan 110:43, p.1	03/10/2014	UNI Right to Life brought Jill Stanek to campus to speak out against abortion. Jill Stanek formerly worked in a hospital that allowed late-term abortions and told stories of the things she witnessed while working there; photo.
42	Biblical film incites emotion Northern Iowan 110:41, p.4	03/03/2014	The author reviews the film "Son of God", the story of Jesus' life. She says that there was a lot more emotion in the film and that this movie is different from other depictions of Jesus' life.
43	UNI to screen award-winning film on separation of church and state Public Relations News Release 2013:189, p.1	02/24/2014	UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers will host a screening of the movie "The Lord is Not on Trial Here Today". The film shows the landmark case McCollum v. Board of Education. There will be a discussion following the film.
44	Who are you politically? Northern Iowan 110:24, p.4	11/19/2013	The author expresses her dissatisfaction with the United States government and President Obama. She feels that government spending is out of hand and that the government needs to take action.
45	Diversity workshop shares important message Northern Iowan 110:23, p.3	11/15/2013	Says that we must learn to understand and accept our own diversity.
46	UNI to host political activist Sunsara Taylor Public Relations News Release 2013:113, p.1	11/06/2013	Sunsara Taylor, a writer and political activist, will present "Defeating the Assault on Abortion Rights: Wining the Full Liberation of Women". Taylor believes that birth control and abortion are rights that women cannot be denied.
47	UNI and Luther professors untangle evolution and religion Northern Iowan 110:20, p.2	11/05/2013	UNI hosted a discussion about how evolution undermines religion. Jerry Soneson and Loyal Rue headed the discussion. Not all students agreed with the professors opinions and this was reflected in the question and answer session.
48	Audience observes Japan's 'woven fabric' Northern Iowan 110:18, p.2	10/29/2013	A lecture entitled "Japanese Religion: A View from the Streets of Tokyo" was given by Steven Heine, from Florida International University, and Martha Reineke, professor of religion at UNI. The lecture focused on Japanese culture and religion; photo.
49	UNI to host presentations on evolution and Obamacare Public Relations News Release 2013:107, p.1	10/28/2013	UNI's Department of Philosophy and World Religions is hosting lectures concerning evolution and religion, as well as the Affordable Care Act. Several faculty members will be speaking at these events.
50	Let's work together: a look at today's society Northern Iowan 110:14, p.3	10/15/2013	Says people need to work together instead of working against each other. People need to work harder to understand and accept other people's beliefs.
51	Expert on Japanese religion to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:91, p.1	10/14/2013	Steven Heine will be partnering with Professor Reineke to deliver a lecture on religion in Japan. This lecture will better prepare individuals to understand the beliefs and practices they will encounter while visiting East Asia.
52	Religion becoming prevalent among young adults Northern Iowan 110:10, p.4	10/01/2013	The young adults across America are identifying as "nones," meaning they are unaffiliated with any religion. The number of unaffiliated Americans has risen from five percent in the 1970s to eight percent in the last decade; photo.
53	Heterosexism still prominent among college students Northern Iowan 110:9, p.1	09/27/2013	Heterosexism may be on the decline, but it is a mistake to think it is no longer a problem. However, UNI is taking steps in the right by opening the LGBT center; photo.
54	Fix our conservative views on women Northern Iowan 110:8, p.3	09/24/2013	Author believes that equality should not need to be discussed in 2013. The article states that we need to continue to support the fact that women are equal to men and that they deserve the same rights; a college education is most important; photo.
55	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.
56	UNI to host international conference on violence and religion Public Relations News Release 2013:3, p.1	07/08/2013	UNI will host this year's Colloquium on Violence and Religion. This years conference will focus on the impact of industrial agriculture on the ecosystem. Whitney Bauman and Mark Wallace will both speak on how religion has impacted the natural world.
57	A Christian perspective on gay marriage Northern Iowan 109:48, p.4	04/12/2013	Says the "hot topic" is currently gay marriage. When people began changing their profile picture on Facebook to the red equal sign, those who did not were labeled as bigots. This is not fair. Someone opposing your views does not make them an enemy.
58	UNI students celebrate Mardi Gras Northern Iowan 109:35, p.6	02/15/2013	Students of the LGBT community gathered to celebrate Mardi Gras. There are many events like this planned by the UNI Proud to get students involved and to feel welcome; photo.
59	UNI's Professor Hill addresses homosexuality in the Bible Northern Iowan 109:35, p.6	02/15/2013	Professor Susan Hill gave a lecture about how the Bible addresses homosexuality. The title of her lecture was, "Homosexuality and the Bible: It's Complicated". Fellow Professor Thomas Hesse said the presentation was very informative.
60	What really changes (a reflection on the effect of the election) Northern Iowan 109:23, p.4	11/13/2012	Column underscores how citizens affect their own life by the choices they make and the relationships they experience. People should define for themselves what is most important and what does not change.
61	UNI professor to premiere documentary film Public Relations News Release 2012:117, p.1	10/25/2012	Francesca Soans' film "Sons of Jacob Synagogue" premeired at Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Documentary film explores history and experiences of Jewish community in Waterloo. Film is in 5-part documentary series. Film music by UNI faculty.
62	Evangelical 'extremists' exercise free speech Northern Iowan 109:8, p.4	09/21/2012	A confrontational style of ministry came to campus. Sister Cindy and Brother Jed are from a nondenominational church in Columbia, Missouri. Students seemed less than receptive to the message; photo.
63	Atheists: a misunderstood minority Northern Iowan 108:52, p.4	04/20/2012	Atheists are still human beings. Believes atheists belong to one of the most discriminated social minorities. People are encouraged to talk and get to know someone before becoming judgmental.
64	Obama adds stipulation to Affordable Care Act to deal with religious opposition Northern Iowan 108:38, p.1	02/21/2012	Religious organizations do not need to provide contraceptives to insured employees under the new announcement by the President; photo.
65	Praying for unity Northern Iowan 108:31, p.6	01/27/2012	Nearly one hundred students attended a nondenominational meeting in the Commons Ballroom. The event was sponsored by the Northern Iowa Campus Ministry Association; photo.
66	Supreme Court recognizes ministerial exception in discrimination laws Northern Iowan 108:31, p.1	01/27/2012	The unanimous ruling stated that religious institutions have the freedom to handle the employment of employees without involvement of the government.
67	Debating in vain Northern Iowan 108:9, p.3	09/27/2011	Reasons for not supporting gay marriage presented.
68	Coexist: A romance Northern Iowan 108:8, p.4	09/23/2011	Those that feel that different religions, atheists, and agnostics can coexist are not thinking clearly. It is time to move on and accept this fact, according to the author.
69	Out Week encourages acceptance of nonbelief Northern Iowan 108:6, p.5	09/16/2011	UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers sponsored Out Week. Several activities were held with the ultimate goal of allowing anyone questioning their religion to come and meet some of the members and learn more about the group and their ideas; photo.
70	UNI professors explore the casual sex habits of Midwestern college students Northern Iowan 107:48, p.1	04/08/2011	Gary Gute and Susan Hill presented information about casual sex and moderated a discussion following the presentation; photo.
71	Japan needs aid, not prayer Northern Iowan 107:44, p.9	03/25/2011	Following the destruction from the earthquake and following tsunami, Japan desperately needs the world to step up efforts to recover and stabilize the situation. Author states that bringing religion into the conversation is a shallow response.
72	A response to 'UNIFI makes a religion of science' Northern Iowan 107:37, p.8	02/18/2011	Rebuttal to Emily O'Loughlin's claims that the Freethinkers and Inquirers are making a religion of science.
73	UNIFI makes a religion of science Northern Iowan 107:36, p.10	02/15/2011	Suggests that the Freethinkers and Inquirers could learn from a statement in Marcelo Gleiser's book: "Scientists should not use science as a weapon against belief by making it into a belief system"; photo.
74	Darwin Week: the science of prayer Northern Iowan 107:35, p.1	02/11/2011	Hector Avalos, a philosophy and religious studies professor at Iowa State University, lectured during Darwin Week. His presentation was entitled; "Can science prove that prayer works?"; photo.
75	A blind eye Northern Iowan 107:28, p.10	01/14/2011	Urges readers to look beyond the color of someone's skin and get beyond their religious beliefs. Look at people as people who have the same needs and desires as you do.
76	23 minutes of nonsense Northern Iowan 107:24, p.9	11/19/2010	Bill Wiese's book, "23 Minutes in Hell", leads to the author's assumption that Christianity is propagated by fear, and ultimately exists only because of the gullible nature of its followers.
77	Tim Wise to speak at UNI Northern Iowan 107:16, p.3	10/22/2010	Tim Wise returns to UNI after speaking on campus four years ago. The antiracist educator, essayist, and author will speak on comparative racism, race and education, and racism and religion.
78	Consider Christ Northern Iowan 107:12, p.5	10/08/2010	College is a time of testing one's faith in Christ; a time of searching. Faith is described as believing in something/someone without any tangible proof. Take pride in your faith.
79	UNI professor develops guidelines for teaching religion Northern Iowan 107:5, p.5	09/14/2010	Betty DeBerg, as a member of the American Academy of Religion, aided in supplying resources to educators, teachers, and parents to help improve the manner in which religion is taught in the schools; photo.
80	UNI excels in nonprofit leader preparation UNI certifies second-highest number of students in nonprofit management Public Relations News Release 2010:2, p.1	08/02/2010	Out of 65 American Humanics institutions in the U.S., the college certified the second-highest number of students in nonprofit management during the 2009-2010 academic school year.
81	Finding the answers Northern Iowan 106:46, p.5	04/02/2010	Believes faith and religious institutions change over time. Faith should be something encouraging, hopeful, and close to the heart. Faith can be different things to different people.
82	Faith Forum opens can of metaphysical worms Northern Iowan 106:40, p.1	03/02/2010	"Why pray" was the theme of the first Faith Forum sponsored by the University of Northern Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers. Respect for each other was encouraged; photo.
83	Second-annual Darwin Week to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:250, p.1	02/01/2010	Presentations and activities will be held in Maucker Union in conjunction with the 201st birthday of Darwin. "Darwin Week will feature talks about the newest ideas in science" by faculty and special guests Ed Wasserman and PZ Myers, said Quinn Jones.
84	Irrelevance of religious pro-life arguments Northern Iowan 2008:30, p.5	01/26/2010	Abortion revisited.
85	Test your religious literacy Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.14	01/01/2010	Questions show possible points of sensitivity in dealing with people who follow particular religious traditions.
86	Do some Dalai Lama research Northern Iowan 106:23, p.8	11/17/2009	States that Tibetan people live in abject poverty, while the priestly and aristocratic classes live in opulence. Women have few, if any, rights.
87	The real power of prayer Northern Iowan 106:23, p.7	11/17/2009	Reactions to the recent shootings at Fort Hood and the possibility of a religious influence.
88	My response to "The Atheistic Evolution" Northern Iowan 106:22, p.6	11/13/2009	"The Atheistic Evolution" article explained. Six points made clearer.
89	Response to "Atheistic evolution" Northern Iowan 106:20, p.6	11/06/2009	Alumnus points out inaccurate statements in Mr. Hewitt's recent column.
90	Good times with Jesus Northern Iowan 106:19, p.6	11/03/2009	Memories of an evening on the Hill with friends and an old professor, who may have been Jesus.
91	The atheistic evolution Northern Iowan 106:19, p.5	11/03/2009	Comparison between atheistic thinking of creation and value of life versus that of God's plan.
92	Thou shalt not, thou shalt not Northern Iowan 106:16, p.6	10/23/2009	Believes that Christianity is based on faith before works; that is the basis of salvation.
93	Civil rights vs. civil wrongs Northern Iowan 106:15, p.7	10/20/2009	The LDS church was active in support of Proposition 8 against same sex marriage. Boycotts of businesses owned by church members and even vandalism took place. Leaders compared events to the voter intimidation of blacks; photo.
94	A time for coming home Northern Iowan 106:13, p.7	10/13/2009	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.
95	Christian hypocrisy in our leadership Northern Iowan 106:13, p.8	10/13/2009	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.
96	Blood of the innocent Northern Iowan 106:12, p.5	10/09/2009	Believes being too tolerant can lead to innocent people being injured or dying; there are religious beliefs that we need to question and not tolerate.
97	Protecting our rights Northern Iowan 106:12, p.6	10/09/2009	Believes blasphemy day resulted in reminding people of the freedom of speech and the values in that freedom. The increased discussion on campus was refreshing.
98	The elephant in the room Northern Iowan 106:12, p.5	10/09/2009	Believes that religion and science have provided both good and bad. There will always be strong supporters on both sides of a discussion between those having strong religious feelings and those believing strongly in science.
99	Was it really mutually disrespectful? Northern Iowan 106:12, p.5	10/09/2009	Discussion on Blasphemy Day seen as being conducted in an atmosphere of surprising courtesy. Universities should be places where deep discussions take place and tough questions are asked.
100	"Islam: An American Religion" links Middle East to Midwest Northern Iowan 106:11, p.9	10/06/2009	Ingrid Mattson addressed classes and a sold out audience in Davis Hall. She spoke of the heritage of Muslims and Americans. As Muslims feel more freedom to practice their faith openly, understanding increases; photo.