FILM REVIEW
OBAMA
BASKETBALL
CAMPUS LIFE PAGE 4
OPINION PAGE 3
SPORTS PAGE 6
Critic Katherine Jamtgaard gives “Endless Love” three and a half stars.
Columnist Daniels disagrees with Obama’s platform on higher education.
Panthers defeated Missouri State University Friday to stay in third.
Monday
Feb. 17, 2014
Volume 110, Issue 37
Opinion X3 Opinion STUDENT VOICES
What’s your favorite part of the olympics so far?
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NISG campaigning picks up speed JORDAN AUNE
News Editor
For those seeking the thrill and intrigue of a political race, look no further than the upcoming Northern
Iowa Student Government elections. The elections, which take place Feb. 25 and 26, will decide the offices of student body president and vice president. Additionally, there are 21 senate seats open for election.
Campaigning for open offices and seats began Feb. 10, according to the NISG election rules. See ELECTIONS, page 2
Assistant Campus Life Editor
Valentine’s Weekend Uncensored
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Men’s hockey, because it has been the most exciting thing I’ve seen. KYLE PAROCHETTI
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The free style skiing, because it’s awesome to watch and see them do flips. VERONICA REECE
Senior, Family Services
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See VOICES, page 2
LINH TA/Northern Iowan
From left to right: Elizabeth Fry, Tabatha Cruz, Beth Hicks and Katie Dunlap performed the “Vagina Monologues” Sunday evening in Lang Hall Auditorium. The monologues addressed womanhood and societal issues women face. Proceeds went to Cedar Valley Friends of the Family.
Actors present series of graphic stories, empower women KATIE UPAH Staff Writer
From monologues examining pubic hair to stories about orgasms, “The Vagina Monologues” exposed several topics pertaining to womanhood Feb. 15 and 16 in Lang Hall Auditorium. “‘The Va g i n a Monologues’ are different stories about women and their experiences with their own vagina,” said Beth Dehne, student director. “Each one has its own unique story.” Eve Ensler, playwright, performer and activist, wrote “The Vagina Monologues” after conducting a series of interviews with more than 200 women about their vaginas. After writing the play,
Ensler founded V-Day, a global activist movement that aims to stop violence toward women. “Since that time, (Ensler) has continued to talk to women about their vaginas,” said Catherine MacGillivray, director of the women’s and gender studies program. “Every year there’s at least one new monologue that’s added to keep it fresh. It’s a living, breathing piece.” The monologues are commonly performed on college campuses in the U.S. to raise awareness about the need to end violence against women and girls, according to MacGillivray, “It’s an annual event that hundreds of college campuses participate in every year,” said MacGillivray. “The Vagina Monologues”
This is a time of year when people think about their gender roles in society and if they’re fulfilling them. Anne Langebartels Freshman
has raised over $100 million globally. The play has been published in 48 languages and produced in over 140 countries. “The message is strong, brave and confident,” Dehne said. “There’s nothing that Ensler could have done differently to make it better. It’s an extraordinary concept.” The cast featured 24 UNI students and staff. “Each member of the
cast came with their own unique views and interpretations of the show,” Dehne said. Colice Sanders, actress in the show and advisor for UNI support services, said the play has helped her feel comfortable with her body and understand the ways in which gender confines people. “I came to college a bit of a prude. The first time I read the script, I was absolutely shocked and a little uncomfortable,” Sanders said. “After going through it and understanding its authenticity and genuineness, I’ve come to embrace the script and get more comfortable with it.” See MONOLOGUES, page 4
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