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The Calvin T. Ryan Library had a similar issue in December. Courtesy Photo
Plumbing issues pause restroom operations
The alarms went off three times in one night in Mantor Hall. Photo by Micha Torres / Antelope Staff
Fire alarms greet residents with untimely wake-up call
State funding makes up about 45.8% of UNK's budget. Photo by Micha Torres / Antelope Staff
Governor’s proposal calls for UN budget cuts
Traffic can enter the intersection off University Drive through either a one-way entrance or two-way entrance. Photo by Muryn Haight / Antelope Staff
Confusing crossing creates chaos on campus
Jentry Pieper receives a Forensic Debate card from Charlie Blaes at the Student Organization Fair. Photo by Gabby Roche / Antelope Staff.
Student Organization Fair
UNK's Jacobi Deal won 9-1 in a major decision against Fort Hays at 174 pounds. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff
Wrestling ready for another postseason run
Former UNK coach Josh Lynn has been suspended for one game at West Texas A&M. Photo from Antelope Archives
Football hit with probation for past violations
Guard Jillian Aschoff had a pair of double doubles in the wins against Arkansas-Fort Smith and Northeastern State. Photo by Preston Larson / Antelope Staff
Basketball splits with new MIAA school
Photo by Shelby Berglund
Softball starts year 4-2 in Hawaii
Senior Narindra Ranaivo had the winning point against Lubbock Christian. Photo by Jenju Peters / Antelope Staff
Women go 1-1, men go 0-2 at home tennis matches
Uncleared sidewalks are a safety issue for students. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff
Classes should have been canceled Tuesday
The political message behind the halftime show
The political message behind the halftime show
Getting sick is no longer the mini vacation it was as a child
Getting sick is no longer the mini vacation it was as a child
Graphic by Muryn Haight / Antelope Staff
Bookstores bounce back after a decade of decline
Trump uses 'shock and awe' tactic to impose agenda
Trump uses ‘shock and awe’ tactic to impose agenda
'The Last Showgirl' Dazzles audiences with Vegas glitz, glam
‘The Last Showgirl’ Dazzles audiences with Vegas glitz, glam
Silent film 'Nosferatyu' reimagined in a new release
Silent film ‘Nosferatyu’ reimagined in a new release
21 seasons later: Medical drama remains a classic
21 seasons later: Medical drama remains a classic
British sitcom promises chaotic, addictive story
British sitcom promises chaotic, addictive story
'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' speeds into theaters, nods to video game
‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ speeds into theaters, nods to video game
Jordan Peglow stuffs a dinosaur plush at the Loper Programming and Activities Council's annual stuff-a-plush event. Photo by Preston Larson / Antelope Staff
Stuff-a-Plush
Autumn Lindsley hopes to write more books in the future. Photo by Jenju Peters/ Antelope Staff
Loper pens children’s book for non-profit
Jentry Pieper receives a Forensic Debate card from Charlie Blaes at the Student Organization Fair. Photo by Gabby Roche / Antelope Staff.
Student Organization Fair
Alex Ladely's first major role was in "A Fox on the Fairway." Photo by Gabby Roche / Antelope Staff
Theatre student soaks up his final act at UNK
Poet Huascar Medina shares his work at the Visiting Writers Series poetry night. Photo by Jenju Peters / Antelope Staff
More Than Words
Lopers Speak: What's one thing you wish you knew before living on campus?
Lopers Speak: What’s one thing you wish you knew before living on campus?
Lopers Speak: What's the most you've ever had to lock in to finish an assignment?
Lopers Speak: What’s the most you’ve ever had to lock in to finish an assignment?
Lopers Speak: What's the most overrated part of fall?
Lopers Speak: What’s the most overrated part of fall?
Lopers Speak: What song would you listen to for the rest of your life?
Lopers Speak: What song would you listen to for the rest of your life?
Lopers Speak: Fart Spray Prank
Lopers Speak: Fart Spray Prank

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Getting sick is no longer the mini vacation it was as a child

Getting sick is no longer the mini vacation it was as a child

Mario Crispin • Feb 21, 2025

crispinm@lopers.unk.edu I have a pink eye as of the writing of this column and it sucks dramatically. It’s not painful, but it's just a drag to deal with. It's not the only thing I need to worry about....

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