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Opinion 3 Campus Life 4 Sports 6 Games 7 Classifieds 8

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Changing politics on campus 2

Editors say farewells 3

Tropical Celebrations Day 5

Men’s golf 6

Tails on Trails brings dogs to campus JACOB MADDEN News Editor

The UNI community had the opportunity to walk dogs, fly kites and spend some time outdoors this past Friday at AmeriCorps’s second Tails on Trails event. The event was organized in partnership with NISG, UNI Men’s Rugby, the Green Project, Sigma Gamma Epsilon — the earth science honor society — and the Geography Club. The event also featured shelter dogs provided by the Cedar Bend Human Society.

According to Bobbi Minard, the AmeriCorps project coordinator who began planning the event, there weren’t any maps of the trail system at UNI, so her first job was mapping the trails. The trails are located just north of the Wellness and Recreation Center (WRC) and stretch to the west of the WRC pond as well.

“I started work in October, and somebody brought to my attention that the trails here at UNI — nobody uses them — students don’t know about them,” Minard said.

“So, I said ‘How can I get people out there?’ I got these events set up and I contacted student organizations to see who would be interested in hosting something. I kind of pitched the ideas and they picked the one they wanted to do. They took ahold of a lot of the logistics.”

Max Tensen, a freshman math education major, is a member of UNI Men’s Rugby, who hosted the event.

“We owe a lot of this to [Minard] and the whole AmeriCorps team. They did a lot of the planning, but we were essential in the marketing aspects of it,” Tensen said.

“I’d say that men’s rugby has a bigger outreach on campus, so we were able to reach a pretty diverse group of people here

and get a lot of people out.”

Men’s rugby also made trail signs to help direct those who are walking the dogs. “[Tails on Trails] has gone better than we ever could have expected,” Tensen said.

“It’s an amazing event today and I’m really proud of how it’s turning out.”

Senior leisure, youth and human services major J.D. Waybill and junior math education major Micah Otterbein said that playing with the dogs in the union is nice, but that getting the outdoor experience with bigger dogs is rewarding in a different way, especially two weeks before finals.

“I think it’s great; the timing is perfect,” Otterbein said.

“There’s always stuff going on during finals week and leading up to it, so it’s nice to have something a little further out.”

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Students celebrate Earth Day in the sun

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Students grab a bite to eat at the UNI Earth Day Celebration on April 25 ouside of Maucker Union.

NICOLE BAXTER Staff Writer

With the smell of veggie burgers and s’mores in the air, the UNI Earth

Day Celebration, hosted by the Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center (RRTTC), brought student organizations and community members together for a

day of Earth-friendly activities.

Held in the Northwest Courtyard of Maucker Union on Wednesday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a

crowd of over 800 gathered to share in various educational and promotional programs centered around the environment.

In celebration of Earth Day, which was nationally recognized on Sunday, April 22, RRTTC, Green Project, Panther Plots, UNI Outdoors and other student organizations put up tables and arranged interactive educational opportunities that informed visitors about their group.

According to Gabbie Ruggiero, a senior philosophy and political science major who serves as co-chair of the student sustainability engagement committee, the Green Fund provided the means to hold a buffet-styled grill out, free of charge for those in attendance.

“We are really glad that people could come out and learn more about the environment and what the Green Fund is,” Ruggiero said.

Local businesses, including Cedar Falls Food-Op and Europa Cycle and Ski were also present at the fair.

From free bike tune-ups offered by Europa to giveaway reusable mugs and water bottles from RRTTC, the fair was focused on spreading environmental awareness by offering sustainability information and tips.

Connor Latteyer, a junior history major, said he enjoyed the opportunity to learn about the environment and how to get involved on campus with green projects.

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Political views continue to change on campus CALEB STEKL Staff Writer

In an age of increasingly polarized politics, college campuses have become political battlegrounds for liberals and conservatives alike, with protests erupting across the country. However, the education students receive can have a big impact on how they view politics and the world.

“The liberal arts core classes [LACs] were some of my best experiences in college,” said Chris Merck, a junior political communications major. “You learn how to structure your arguments better, and you get introduced to lots of different ideas and concepts.”

The liberal arts core is designed to introduce students to new ways of thinking about complex issues. From politics to philosophy, firstyear students often have their previous perceptions challenged, as was the case with Carter Williams, a sophomore philosophy major.

“I think [LAC’s] were valuable in the sense that they give students a well-rounded experience and inform them

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Lily Conrad, a junior environmental science major, is president of the Green Project, a student organization whose focus is on environmental education and sustainability. According to

in ways that they might not be otherwise,” Williams said.

“Humanities introduced me to Marx. ‘China’ further introduced the idea and provided a further overview of Chinese and global politics.”

One common theme among students is the apprehension to engage in politics within either Republican or Democratic establishment channels.

“I’m definitely farther left than the Democratic establishment,” Williams said.

“The Democratic Party is tearing the leftists down.”

Nate Borg, a sophomore political science major and self-described libertarian, cautioned students not to be absolutist when identifying with a party or a politician.

“Maybe I agree with someone on one issue, but they’re an idiot on another,” Borg said. “Do not consider yourself a disciple of one politician.

Don’t get to the point where everything they say is gospel.”

According to a 2005 Gallup poll, 71 percent of college students’ political ideologies were no different than that of their parents. However, various students emphasized how their

upbringings shaped their politics after reaching UNI’s campus.

“My family is so conservative. My mom is a cop, and my step-dad is the county sheriff,” said Elle Boeding, a freshman political communications major. “But, I saw so many flaws in what they were saying. Why don’t we care about everyone? Why don’t we want to help everyone?”

Although it is important to challenge oneself ideologically, several students said it’s important to have a healthy mix between adversarial and agreeable discourse.

“I definitely think it’s important to be part of a group with similar viewpoints to provide that support structure,” Merck said. “However, I think it’s very important to be challenged in your views, so you can adjust them as needed.”

But not all students shared a favorable view of finding comfort in groups with a similar ideology.

“Part of me is like, ‘It’s good to be around other people who think like you,’ but then there’s a confirmation bias,” Boeding said. “A con-

Conrad, the organization is closely tied to the Panther Plot, which is a garden maintained by the Green Project near the Center for Energy and Environmental Education (CEEE). The Green Project provided kites for participants to fly while waiting their turn to walk a dog.

“In the off months, when the garden is covered in snow and it’s not quite ready to be worked yet, we collaborate with other student orgs on campus to host discussions about campus sustainability and taking of the environment and our natural resources,” Conrad said.

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Students took a break from their busy schedules to walk dogs from the Cedar Bend Humane Society last Friday.

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to understand how their privilege and position should influence their politics.

“I’m a white middle-class American; I didn’t grow up with any disadvantage,” Williams said. “The people that have it worse, I can feel with them. I’d like to see a state that helps everyone, not just the wealthy. Every policy Republicans support doesn’t even help the white middle-class, but the white, wealthy class. There is a white hierarchy. Don’t fall into any privilege you have.”

Conrad also mentioned the annual harvest fest, which is held every fall in the Panther Plot, where students can pick flowers and harvest vegetables for free. According to Conrad, the event is usually in the first week or two of the school year.

“I love that [Tails on Trails] is on the trails,” Waybill said.

“We’re not walking around campus or anything.”

Waybill also added that the kite flying was a good idea and provided another outdoor activity for those who were waiting their turn for dog walking.

Minard said that the Tails on Trails event held last Friday will be the last one unless someone in AmeriCorps decides to continue the project next year.

“It feels so good that we have so many people out here,” Minard said. “A big shout out to Cedar Bend [Humane Society]. They were willing to work with us right away, and, other than that, it has been a lot of fun. And you can tell students that couldn’t make it out today, that Cedar Bend can always use volunteers to go out and walk the dogs.”

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servative isn’t going to change my mind, but if you sit down with them, you can understand their arguments better.”

“Don’t bubble yourself,” Borg cautioned. “It’s kind of hard to think critically if you stay in a tribal group, and I think it’s kind of gross when people don’t bother analyzing their views critically.”

White supremacy and privilege have also become topics of discussion from the events of Charlottesville to discussions of diversity in Northern Iowa Student Government.

Williams made an impassioned plea for white students

Rusty, also known as Russ T. Dog, was just one of Cedar Bend Humane Society dogs available to be walked at Tails on Trails.

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Executive editor says goodbye CLINTON OLSASKY

Executive Editor

I have to admit: it’s not easy saying goodbye.

After having devoted three of my four college years to the Northern Iowan (NI) and spending countless hours covering events, writing film reviews and diving deep into the rabbit hole that is AP style, it’s admittedly surreal to see it all coming to an end.

It goes without saying, but the past year that I’ve served as executive editor of the (NI) has undoubtedly been the most challenging, rewarding and memorable year of my life thus far.

It’s because of my experiences at the NI and, more importantly, the influence of my fellow journalists alongside me that I now feel more prepared than I ever thought possible to take on the “real world” after I graduate in little over a week.

So, as is the case with most farewell letters of this nature, I think it’d be appropriate to recognize those people in my life who have had the greatest impact on me at the NI over the past three years.

First, but certainly not least, is Nick Fisher.

I remember first applying to be a film critic for the

NI in the fall semester of my sophomore year, only for Nick, then-executive editor, to steer me towards news writing.

Three years, 100 published stories and a handful of editorial positions later, and I can’t thank Nick enough for being the catalyst for my wildly unpredictable ride at the NI. So, thank you, Nick, for being the mentor I needed and the friend I was fortunate enough to have.

Next, I would be remiss to not include Iris “The Wiz” Frasher in my long list of thank you’s.

Iris, as art director, you created a new level of excellence for photography and graphic design at the NI, and, more importantly, you’ve been a truly positive presence in my life, for which I cannot thank you enough.

To my current fellow editors: I know it’s been a long, demanding year together, but I want to thank each and every one of you for always being up to the challenge to take the NI’s reporting to new heights.

So, to Sierra, Jacob, Leziga, Josh, Dylan and Gabby: thank you for being the best staff this “bossman” could have ever asked for. Your individual work

ethic has inspired me to be better, and I have no doubt that all of you will find great success in whatever you choose to pursue at UNI and beyond.

To Sydney, my successor: I’m fully confident that you will excel next year as executive editor and continue to improve the NI’s reputation and legacy.

Take pride in knowing that you have the skillset necessary to succeed, as well an incredibly dedicated and hardworking staff at your side to take on whatever challenges that may come your way next year.

To Laura and Michele: you’ve both been instrumental in my success as executive editor this year, and the advice you’ve given me over these past nine months (and, indeed, these past three years) have helped shape me into the journalist, leader and human being that I am today.

So, thank you, both (and thank you, Michele, for the free lunches!).

Lastly, I want to express my deepest appreciation for Nicole Baxter, the best confidant, partner and friend I have or will ever have.

Throughout this past year, you’ve always been there for me to pick me up when I’ve felt lost, scared or

paper, so I did.

That’s my advice to anyone who is thinking about doing something they’ve wanted to but haven’t gotten around to yet — just go for it.

When I finally started working for a paper, I wrote everything — politics, event coverage, historical pieces and many more. I jumped at the opportunities I was given. I kept my schedule mostly empty so I could fill it with interview meetings,

and I made a lot of cold calls to strangers.

But in the words of the preacher or Ecclesiastes 1:9, “That which has been is that which will be, and that which has been done is that which will be done. So, there is nothing new under the sun.”

There are patterns to a UNI news cycle. School starts with stories focused on enrollment and tuition talks, football, Homecoming, Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) election season, “basketball could be good this year” and so on.

That’s not to say I’m bored of UNI. On the contrary, my school spirit has grown exponentially in the past three years.

Rather, I realized I’ve spent every minute I had working at the NI, and now don’t want to report on events anymore. I want to enjoy them.

I started out as the NISG senate meeting live Twitter correspondent, which was a lot of fun my freshman year.

It gave me the opportunity to stop the presses as the

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Executive Editor Clinton Olsasky pens a farewell column, expressing thanks for those at the Northern Iowan who have impacted his life.

unsure. Colee, you’ve made my time as executive editor (and my final year here at UNI) the most enjoyable, meaningful and life-affirming year of my life. I love you.

Now, before I sign off and walk out of that newsroom for the last time, I want to extend my most sincere thanks to you, the readers.

Without you, there simply wouldn’t be an NI, and it has been your continued support and interest in the campus newspaper — as well as your criticisms and complaints, let’s be honest — that have driven the entire NI staff to push ourselves harder to deliver the

most in-depth, accurate and objective campus news coverage possible.

It’s not easy saying goodbye. To be sure, it’s often difficult to recognize and accept the fact that a formative chapter in one’s life is suddenly coming to an end.

However, I can take comfort in the knowledge that this newspaper that I’ve grown to love so much is in good hands.

Rest assured, I will be happy to watch from afar as the legacy of the NI continues to grow and the intrepid spirit of student journalists at this university inevitably drives the desire to have all voices on this campus be heard — and listened to.

resignation of the vice president was issued in the last five minutes of a meeting.

It was a fun night to be a journalist.

And, contrary to popular opinion, I think 2016 was a pretty fun year to be a Republican on a college campus. I had fun writing some of my first opinion columns, and I think I approached them all in a way that leaves me with no regrets.

And, to quote Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black again, “I do not believe that it can be too often repeated that the freedoms of speech, press, petition and assembly guaranteed by the First Amendment must be accorded to the ideas we hate, or sooner or later they will be denied to the ideas we cherish.”

It matters that opposing opinions of every avenue are exhausted. If they fall under scrutiny, then we just made the world wiser because of it. That is my parting challenge to the new NI editorial staff — don’t fail to look at the opposing points of view.

Thank you to all the

previous staff members I worked with who believed in me and helped me make it this far. The time I put into the graphic design of my pages is because of the inspiration I got from watching people like Iris Fraser and Katie Baughman work.

I want to give a special thank you to Laura Smith for all your help and guidance which I have deeply appreciated.

I don’t have enough words to thank Michele Smith — she’s been a lifesaver.

Nick Fisher as executive editor made me a better writer, and Clinton Olsasky made me less stressed. Thank you.

Dylan Pady, you are an enigma and a really cool kid. I hope your Soundcloud music blows up one day.

To Jacob Madden, Josh Dausener, Gabby Leitner, Joel Wauters, Sydney Hauer and Sierra “the Meme Queen” Steen, all the best of luck.

You’re all more than capable humans, and I’m sure you’ll get out before midnight next fall.

And to you reading, your life matters. Live it well!

Campus life editor bids farewell to the NI LEZIGA BARIKOR Campus Life Editor

It would seem that more often than not, all those organizations you meet at orientation and fleetingly pass your email address to don’t usually end up being organizations you stick with.

The Northern Iowan (NI) staff at the time must’ve known that, because I never did get that “Come to this meeting” email from them.

But I wanted to work for a

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Campus Life Editor Leziga Barikor reflects on her time at the Northern Iowan, wishing her colleagues well in the future.

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‘Chappaquiddick’ adequately delivers HUNTER FRIESEN Film Critic

The date is July 18, 1969.

Senator Edward “Ted” Kennedy is speeding down the moonlit road on Chappaquiddick Island.

In the passenger seat is 28-year-old Mary Jo Kopechne, who was a presidential campaign secretary for Robert Kennedy. After a few missed turns, the car eventually meets the infamous narrow bridge that connects the chain of islands.

Ted doesn’t react in time, and the car skids over the bridge and flips over into the water. A few minutes go by and Ted is back on land, but Mary Jo is still trapped underwater.

She would eventually drown, screaming Ted’s name for help — all while he stood from afar, muttering the line, “I’m not going to be president.”

This is the real-life incident that is explored in the new film “Chappaquiddick.”

In addition to showing the incident, the story tells of the immediate actions taken by Ted and his aides to cover up and save his political career.

Directing: 3/5 “Chappaquiddick” is directed by John Curran, whose most notable previous work is “The Painted Veil” back in 2006.

Curran doesn’t dance around with the material and instead decides to give the facts in a straightforward manner. We frantically go from one event to another, watching and listening to every piece of information as

it is given to us in a workmanlike routine.

Curran does well at positioning the camera to create a film that is more focused on characters than events. He uses a mixture of close-up and tracking shots to keep us focused on the main players.

A specific highlight comes when he expertly cuts between close-up shots of Mary Jo drowning and Ted lying in bed later that night.

It’s a haunting sequence to watch as the different outcomes of the two characters are compared simultaneously.

Unfortunately, Curran’s matter-of-fact storytelling style also weighs the film down and limits its potential.

Having the narrative move quickly never really gives the characters enough time to open up and develop. It also never gives the audience enough time to reflect on what has just happened.

Writing: 3/5 Just like the directing, the script also both helps and hurts the overall quality of the film.

Coming from first-time writers Taylor Allen and Andrew Logan, the screenplay is very focused on delivering the facts in the most efficient and simplified way possible. This helps the audience connect every dot, as we always know what is going on and who is involved.

The writing also shows every character as their true self and not as glorified pieces of history.

For instance, instead of portraying Ted as a tragic figure, the writing shows him as the man everyone knew him

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Directed by John Curran and written by Taylor Allen and Andrew Logan, “Chappaquiddick” hit theaters on April 1 and received 77 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.

as — someone that will do anything to protect his name and career.

The part where the script fails to deliver is the pacing and overall emotional weight.

Allen and Logan’s need to deliver every possible fact quickly proves tiring and overloads the already cramped 101-minute runtime.

There is also never an engaging hook or overall emotional theme — just a fact-based story being told in a flat tone. By the end, the film feels very average, as everything is wrapped up in an unoriginal fashion.

Acting: 5/5 The performances in this film are the main attraction, which seems fitting considering both the directing and script put a large amount of emphasis on the characters.

Jason Clarke does a great job as Ted Kennedy. Clarke perfects both the Kennedy voice and physical mannerisms. He also brings a large amount of insecurity as his character hopelessly tries to live up to the legends of his three deceased older brothers.

Ed Helms, in a role completely cast against type, pleasantly surprises as Ted’s assistant and cousin, Joe Gargan, who was also involved in the incident. Helms acts as a vessel for the audience as he reacts to Ted’s actions with bewilderment.

Bruce Dern is probably the most memorable part of the film, even though he speaks less than ten words. He plays John Kennedy Sr., who is confined to a wheelchair and unable to speak due to a stroke.

Dern’s veteran skills allow him to overcome his character’s physical limitations and deliver a performance that is chilling to watch as he bullies Ted into following his every order.

Finally, Kate Mara does well as Mary Jo Kopechne.

While she doesn’t get enough time to stand out, Mara brings a strong amount of emotional depth to her doomed character.

Overall: 3.5/5 While the actors all give admirable performances, the so-so directing and middling script restrict this film from reaching its true potential.

Overall, “Chappaquiddick” is a very conventional drama that is serviceable enough for those who are interested in what happened that fateful — and fatal — day in 1969.

Panther Portrait: byobrass SOFIA LEGASPI

Associate Campus Life Editor

During lunch hour on Wednesday, April 25, the

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Maucker Union food court was filled with music from the newly-formed band BYOBrass for the final Maucker Union Live perfomance of the semester.

The brass band consisted of UNI students playing a wide variety of songs, including “Funkytown,” “I Feel Good,” Iggy Azelea’s “Problem” and Adele’s “Hello.”

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Tropical celebration day at UNI ANNA FLANDERS Staff Writer

On Monday, April 23, the UNI community celebrated Tropical Celebration (TC) Day following a presidential proclamation issued

by President Mark Nook.

Students, faculty and staff alike donned tropical shirts, leis, shorts and flip flops.

The president — accompanied by his wife and TC Panther — handed out Italian ice popsicles in a variety of fruit flavors in his office starting at 12:30 p.m. There were still plenty of popsicles well into the afternoon.

Maucker Union Food Court employees celebrated not only by wearing islandthemed attire, but also by discounting summer snacks and beverages, including iced coffee, frappes,

ice cream treats, fountain drinks and candy.

“As a Chats employee, I would say the response to the specials that we had were very appreciated by everyone,” said Brooke Pigman, a junior majoring in elementary education. “It really boosted business. We stayed super busy. Everyone was just so cheerful and super happy to finally have sunshine here on campus.”

Students took full advantage of the warmer weather, basking in the sun all across campus and even having picnics. The famous purple and gold adirondack chairs and hammocks finally made their appearance.

As Nook stated in his email, no spring semester at UNI should end without them.

“Tropical celebration was great,” said Sarah Solt, a freshman majoring

in elementary education.

“Not only was the weather amazing, just like President Mark Nook predicted, but the vibes on campus were very tropical. People were hammocking. Slushies were being eaten. It was great.”

With highs in 60s and 70s in the upcoming forecast after 174 days of snow, ice and negative windchill, the warm weather seems like it’s finally here to stay.

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“The free food is honestly a really good plus, but I also enjoyed just going around to these really cool student org tables to listen to stuff about the environment and how we can help it,” Latteyer said.

Grabbing the interest of many visitors, the Office of Sustainability table provided information about their new bike-share program. Students

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Upperclassmen also encouraged incoming students to take advantage of the political opportunities these organizations present.

“Especially if you want to lear n about politics, you should get involved,” Merck said. “You’ll be exposed to different viewpoints even within the same organization or party.”

Like many first-year students, Williams was apprehensive about the focus on being involved in student

can now check out bicycles from the Rod Library or rent them for a semester at a time.

At another table, UNI Panther Plots held an “Adopt a Plant” program. Supplying soil, various seedlings and name tags, people could plant seedlings in a small pot, then label it in order for members of Panther Plots to later plant it in the campus garden.

Ruggiero said that without the Green Fund, the event would not have been the same.

She urged students who were looking to secure funding for sustainability-oriented projects to apply.

“If you are unsure whether you should apply to the fund, we recommend that you do because we are willing to be really flexible,” Ruggiero said.

The UNI Earth Day Celebration is an annual event that students and members of the community can expect to see next April.

organizations.

“When people told me to get involved, I was like ‘f--off,’” Williams said. “But now I would definitely recommend [students to] get involved. Create yourself politically and don’t let cultural constraints hold you back.”

According to Merck, having changing views of political issues in college can be a boon.

“My politics have changed, but that’s not necessarily bad,” Merck said. “I know in several classes I have had my views challenged, and I adjust-

ed them accordingly after looking at their viewpoints and trying to rationalize those. Before college, I was very to the right, but now I’m more moderate.”

There are various political groups on both sides of the political spectrum that are accessible to new students.

The Young Democratic Socialists, Northern Iowan Democrats, UNI College Republicans and Young Americans for Freedom are some of the political organizations that students can join to become active in the political process.

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UNI men take ninth at MVC DYLAN PADY

Sports Editor

The UNI men’s golf team recently finished their regular season after placing ninth out of nine during the MVC Championships held in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

By the end of the two-day contest, the Panthers scored 323, 316 and finished with their strongest performance of 312 for a total score of 951.

Individual scores include Sam DeBartolo (76, 75, 75), Dayton Federley (80, 79, 78), Marshal Lamb (83, 78, 79), Jared Rowe (88, 84, 80) and finally, Parker Oleson (84, 85, 85).

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The Panthers shot a total team score of 639 to finish ninth at the Missouri Valley Conference Golf Championships in Cape Giradeau, Missouri.

Of these golfers, DeBartolo finished in a tie for 11th place in the conference.

Bradley took the entire

contest 15 strokes ahead of the second-place runner up Southern Illinois.

Last year, UNI won

third place at the MVC Championships.

DeBartolo tied for third with an impressive 75-75-70, just two strokes away from the first-place spot.

The Panthers golf season is essentially split into two halves with five meets throughout September and October, just before they take a mid-season break, and return in February.

During the first meet of the season, the team got second place out of a total six other schools but have yet to duplicate such a strong performance.

Following the initial meet, the Panthers placed 17 out of 19 in Colorado, 12 out

of 17 in Illinois, fought hard in Des Moines for sixth out of 11 place finish and finally, wrapped up the first portion of the season tying for last place in Kansas just before it got cold.

Things got started again this February. UNI placed eighth in Utah and last in Dallas.

Then, as part of the Twin Oaks Intercollegiate meet in Springfield, Missouri, the Panthers managed to take sixth place out of 11 schools.

Lamb led the way for UNI, shooting a low 220 and earning an overall 17th place.

Dayton Federley totaled 224 and Sam DeBartolo held third for the team at 226.

Cavaliers-Pacers playoff series heats up NBA PLAYOFFS

JERRIUS CAMPBELL Sports Writer

At times, sports fans may wonder just how long players such as Manu Ginobili have been playing in the NBA. It’s crazy to believe that at 40.

Ginobili is still carrying the San Antonio Spurs to a playoff victory.

On top of that, he is playing against the defending NBA champions, the Golden State Warriors.

Since the injury of Kwahi Leonard, the Spurs as a team have not played well. The offense now relies

on LaMarcus Aldridge and Patty Mills.

Although Aldridge has had one of the best seasons of his career, the Spurs are still not in optimal shape to win a seven game series against the Warriors.

Aldridge ended with 22 points and 10 rebounds.

Off the bench, Ginobili put up 16 points and five assists to help the Spurs stay alive in the West, 103 to 90.

In the East, an ongoing conflict between LeBron James and Lance Stephenson has ignited again in the playoffs. The conflict all began during

the 2014 season when Lance Stephenson blew in LeBron’s ear.

Somehow the Pacers and the Cavs ended up playing each other in the first round.

As of press time, the series is tied 2-2 after the Cavaliers ran away with the game in the fourth quarter of game four. Lebron ended with 32 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists.

Kyle Korver made an impact on offense with four three-point baskets, two coming off back-to-back screen plays from deep.

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Cleveland and Indiana are locked in a first round playoff matchup with major implications to the balance of power in the conference at stake.

OPINION

Should baseball’s regular season be shortened?

WILLIAM RIEPE

Sports Writer

As the MLB season gets underway, there is a new debate amongst players and fans alike.

Cubs first basemen Anthony Rizzo said last week, “We play too much baseball.” Rizzo stat-

ed he would be happy to take a pay cut if it meant playing less baseball. Many fellow players and fans agree with Rizzo, including myself.

The baseball season is currently a lengthy 162 games. To watch all of these games, fans need an insane amount of time

and resources.

I think the season should be shortened at least 42 games down to around 120 games.

This would make baseball less repetitive and provide players more of a break between games.

Currently, players often play

three or more games a week, which gives them little time for anything outside of baseball during the season.

This, coupled with spring training, gives baseball a small offseason.

I believe that a shorter season for baseball would bring

more enjoyment to the fans that watch baseball and a more enjoyable climate for those who play baseball.

To answer the question, “Do we need a shorter season? Do we play too much baseball?” I think the answer is a resounding yes.

MLB Scheduling Formula 76 divisional games 66 league games 20 interleague games TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

Late winter weather in the Midwest has forced several games to be postponed to later dates in the season. With the high number of rescheduled games, it rasises the question, do we play too much baseball?

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