Some students thought soon-to-be-former Northwest President John Jasinski’s message was simply an April Fools’ joke. Others saw it for what it was – a solemn goodbye from a beloved figure on Northwest’s campus. Read more

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Welcome to the final edition of Walk the Talk, the weekly mailbag column that’s existed for roughly two years with the purpose of answering — or at least trying my best to answer — your questions regarding Northwest Athletics. Read more

As the month of April, and the school year, nears its end, it’s about time for students to start preparing to move into their new housing locations. Most leases in Maryville expire April 30, and if you haven’t found a way to hold your stuff until your new place is available, good luck. Read more

Those wishing, yearning, for answers from the Northwest Board of Regents on its decision to not renew President John Jasinski’s contract were left with nothing but the same questions following the Board’s April 12 meeting. Read more

Records. They’re not the only way to show success in a position, but they are a good barometer of it. Northwest President John Jasinski has overseen many records under his tenure: records in enrollment, retention and donations. Read more

To the very brave Bearcats sharing their experiences in the Letters From project: Read more

For the third time in as many tournaments, Northwest men's basketball trounced through the Division II NCAA Tournament and walked away with a national title. Read more

For a full description on the scope of the "Letters from..." Project, please visit this page. Read more

Many people can agree that education is the key to a successful future. If that’s the case, American school systems should have curriculums that produce well-rounded, educated individuals who can assess the intricacies of society and make decisions that create a better one. Read more

The “Letters from…” project was created in partnership with the Northwest Missourian Editorial Board, Northwest Wellness Services and North Star Advocacy Center, and will be a part of the opinion section. The series will run from the March 24 issue of the paper throughout the month of April … Read more

Millions of people have been displaced by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, but there’s an overlooked group that is being affected by the conflict’s side effects — the African students who have been studying abroad there. These students are thousands of miles from home with nowhere safe to go… Read more

With the world fighting to solve its numerous problems in the past couple of years, everybody is feeling their own variation of pain. Empathy has been vital, and it shouldn’t only be felt and shared by common citizens. Read more

Amir Locke was asleep when Minneapolis Police Department officers barreled into the living room of his cousin’s apartment in search of his cousin, Mekhi Camden Speed, Feb. 2. As Locke started to wake up, most likely disoriented and unaware of what was going on, officers shot him while he was… Read more

As the year continues, campaign signs for City Council and the Maryville R-II School Board are starting to pop up in people’s yards and on social media. Rather than just scrolling or driving past, students need to take a longer look.   Read more

For the first time for many of us, we are watching a war unfold on social media. Russia’s reprehensible invasion of Ukraine has been plastered across platforms. Along with hard news on the situation, we have also seen various attempts to humorize the situation through memes. To those of us w… Read more

The actions of one depraved individual at Northwest made numerous others feel unsafe just weeks ago. A particularly disgusting person was charged with invading the privacy of women in the Millikan dormitory bathrooms — one he should not have had access to — while they were showering and film… Read more

Black History Month is coming to a close, and it’s just as sad as years prior. I’m still going to be Black, obviously, and February is just another month. I’m sad that society’s drive to learn about history and culture will dwindle to a minimum. Read more

Missouri’s minimum wage jumped to $11.15 an hour Jan. 1 after a bill was passed in 2018, with an ultimate goal to reach $12 an hour by January 2023. For anybody who desires higher wages for their part-time gigs, this is great news. For any students employed by Northwest, you might not want t… Read more

A quote from a 2020 Netflix series perfectly depicts the importance of hair in Black culture. Inspired by the life and character of one of the most influential women in history, it encapsulates her story as well the experience we share as a community. Read more

College life is tricky to balance. Trying to navigate classes while maintaining a healthy social schedule and a part-time job is stressful. If your parents aren’t paying for college, it feels like the stress doubles. Imagine the life of the average education major. Read more

Media can be a blessing and a curse in the realm of education. Modern technology has made it possible for the masses to learn about anything in more entertaining ways than simply reading a textbook. However, the media can also misrepresent and stain certain topics. For example, Black culture… Read more

Race is often considered controversial. Whether you “see color” or not, race has to be acknowledged because it impacts multiple realms of life. Instead of ignoring it, I choose to do my best to understand it and educate others about it. That’s the purpose of For The Culture. For this same re… Read more

Eras are easily remembered because of the horrific events that happened during them. The monuments, days of remembrance and museums help us learn more about and conceptualize the tragedies that took place during certain eras, when historical literature can’t give them the justice they deserve. Read more

For the first time since football season, and for the first time since last year, welcome to Walk the Talk, the mailbag column where you’ll find answers to all of the questions people might have about Northwest Athletics. Read more

The war between COVID-19 and those tasked with creating guidelines to prevent its spread is a lengthy one. There have been 1.29 million cases in Missouri and 5,379 cases in Nodaway County during the course of the pandemic. It seems like the virus that’s been an issue for nearly two years now… Read more

The words of Martin Luther King Jr. are quoted in innumerable motivational, educational and ceremonial venues. The late civil rights leader gave speeches that reverberate through today’s media, especially his “I Have a Dream” speech. But, why does it feel like that’s all he’s done? Read more

Joining organizations is key to improving your college experience. They help build your resume, expand your friend group and introduce experiences to improve your life after college. One of the most popular types of organizations is Greek Life. Read more

The game ended the same as the two before it, with the Northwest women’s basketball team walking off the court with disappointment and defeat in its possession instead of the longed-for wins. Read more

The Northwest Missourian Editorial Board is comprised of the editors of the publication for the purposes of discussing and presenting commentary and solutions on important issues surrounding Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville and surrounding communities. Read more

Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt has much of the state confused after sending letters to school districts and health departments across the state ordering them to end mask mandates and quarantine orders. These letters were sent during a spike in COVID-19 cases in Nodaway County. It doe… Read more

This world is full of hurtful words and insensitive people. People have to build a thick skin, especially women. They have to ignore the things that are being said about them despite how much it might actually hurt them. Read more

The Missourian decided to do something different for this week’s edition of the Our View. Many of us on the Editorial Staff are excited that it’s finally Christmastime, and we want to share some of our Christmas cheer with readers. Read more

The word “gay” has several meanings, and a quick Google search will reveal three main definitions. The search engine first defines the word as people attracted to the same gender, and the second definition is “lighthearted and carefree.” However, the third definition Google lists for “gay” i… Read more

It’s about that time of the year when a certain holiday is overcommercialized, plastered in every visible corner possible and placed in front of names of events, movies, songs and anything imaginable. Yes, I am talking about Christmas. Read more

We’ve all heard the classic story of the arts department at a school being a second thought compared to the athletics department. While this isn’t true at every school, it’s definitely a problem in the minds of students across the country, including Northwest. There’s been a stigma suggestin… Read more

It’s that special time of the year where everybody is either irritated with premature Christmas music or preparing to celebrate for the correct upcoming holiday, Thanksgiving. Either way, decorations and music are the least important reason for the season. The most important part of any holi… Read more

About eight months ago, the editorial staff of this newspaper penned an Our View about COVID-19. It came out during our special COVID-19 issue, a paper released almost exactly on the one-year anniversary of the virus bringing the U.S. to a standstill and irrecoverably changing the way we all live. Read more

Everybody has pronouns. Yet, the way some people wish to be addressed in today’s society is seen as controversial when they deviate from gender binary norms. Read more

Construction is one of the worst inconveniences for drivers. It makes getting from one destination to the next difficult, it’s frustratingly confusing and the process is ugly. If there was a way to eliminate construction and have spontaneous updates, life would be much easier. Read more

Life is full of ups and downs. As cliché as that phrase is, its meaning still holds quite a bit of value. We’re entering the time of year that is often associated with a downswing of emotions that seems to correlate with the temperature and quality of weather. Although we’re inching closer t… Read more

The time of the year has arrived where temperatures leave the realm of comfort and force students into a constant state of shivering. Every year, Bearcats receive an email that notifies them that Northwest has finally deemed it cold enough to turn on the heat across campus buildings. Read more

Have you ever walked into a dark room only to find the light switch on the opposing wall? Have you been on a website and been confused on where to find information? Both of these scenarios are examples of bad user experience caused by design. For the most part, it’s harmless, but bad design … Read more

Northwest altered its mask mandate, and the new guidelines came into effect Oct. 25. An email sent to students Oct. 19 explained that face coverings were optional, but recommended, in public, indoor spaces only to fully vaccinated individuals. So, was this change necessary? Read more

Tattoos are not the end of the world, and if you have a problem with them, I suggest returning to the 19th century. Read more

There’s nothing wrong with casual sex. Yet, over time, hookup culture has become a more complex issue than just a few one night stands. This culture has negatively affected my community in numerous ways and enforces inaccurate representations of the gay community. Read more

Sexual health is an important discussion for individuals of any age to have. Learning what sexually transmitted diseases and infections are, how they’re transmitted and how to prevent transmission can protect a lot of people, especially college students. However, an unnecessary stigma still … Read more

Internships have become a rite of passage into the workforce. Employers hiring fresh college graduates prefer students with working experience. However, the playing field isn’t fair when it comes to opportunity. Unpaid internships are promoting classism in the job market. Read more

One of the more stressful feelings in a student’s life is the pressure of an upcoming test. Not knowing if you know enough to pass coupled with the piles of other assignments from different classes makes for a difficult period of studying. During finals week, this is managed by the strict sc… Read more