Anderson--John David (Student--2008)

Displaying 151 - 193 of 193 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
151	News briefs: shorter semesters proposal Northern Iowan 106:19, p.2	11/03/2009	A proposal by Professor Susan Hill to shorten semesters to fourteen weeks was voted not to be docketed by the Faculty Senate.
152	Students speak about budget situation Northern Iowan 106:18, p.1	10/30/2009	Baker Hall demolition, shorter semesters, tuition surcharge, and layoffs draw the attention of students. Opinions vary and emotions run high.
153	Faculty divided over shorter semesters, longer classes Northern Iowan 106:17, p.5	10/27/2009	A proposal to have fourteen week semesters and longer class periods has met differing opinions among faculty members. The proposal will be brought up at the next Faculty Senate Meeting.
154	News Briefs: Diversity First Retreat and WRC pool dedication Northern Iowan 106:17, p.4	10/27/2009	Angel Banks, director of diversity and student life for Northern Iowa Student Government, announced an interactive, hands-on experience during a diversity retreat. Diving pool dedicated to former professor, Glen F. Henry.
155	Baker Hall faces demolition Northern Iowan 106:17, p.1	10/27/2009	Mold, sustainability, budget, and increased scrutiny from the Board of Regents have made demolition of Baker Hall the best option. Accessibility problems, heating, and office size also contributed to the decision; photo.
156	University creates emergency plan for apocalypse; UNI's zombie outbreak defense tactics unknown Northern Iowan 106:16, p.7	10/23/2009	A humorous look at the need for UNI to prepare for zombies, especially with Halloween coming up.
157	UNI President encourages campus to work strong, hard, together in light of budget cuts Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1	10/20/2009	Cutting $8.8 million from the 2010 university budget will not be easy. There are several alternatives, each having a down side. President Allen will visit with groups on and off campus for input.
158	Regents discuss budget reductions Northern Iowan 106:14, p.1	10/16/2009	The ten per cent reduction in the state's fiscal 2010 budget was the topic of the Board of Regents meeting. Continued access to public universities and the need to continue high quality education were re-enforced.
159	Audience roars with laughter at Regan's clever humor Northern Iowan 106:14, p.7	10/16/2009	Comedian Brian Regan entertained an enthusiastic crowd at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
160	Panther Festival defies traditional parade norms Northern Iowan 106:13, p.15	10/13/2009	A virtual parade will again highlight the Panther Festival. Booths from several student organizations, community vendors, inflatable games, food, and the UNI Spirit Squad and Marching Band will be featured at 23rd and College Streets.
161	Fraudulent salesmen attempt to scam off-campus University of Northern Iowa students Northern Iowan 106:13, p.6	10/13/2009	Four young men from Florida used strong arm tactics to persuade off-campus students to purchase unwanted magazines. Some students signed comment cards that were attached to completed order forms; photo.
162	"What I Did Last Summer" captures plight of adolescence and conflict Northern Iowan 106:11, p.9	10/06/2009	The A. R. Gurney play is being performed at the Strayer-Wood Theatre. A well-crafted set created a neat atmosphere of the house and the rugged outdoorsy feel of Anna's residence.
163	Green Week encourages environmental awareness Northern Iowan 106:11, p.2	10/06/2009	Presentations and discussions during Green Week will allow students to consider the consequences of environmental changes. A campus conversation will be held. Energy efficient light bulbs will be distributed. "King Corn" will be shown; photo.
164	Celebration of International Blasphemy Day offends, raises questions over free speech Northern Iowan 106:11, p.1	10/06/2009	Northern Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers chalked blasphemous messages, including Bible verses, secular quotes, and cartoons. A spontaneous discussion on religion with nearly seventy people participating was held near Maucker Union; photo.
165	Rain gives audience the true Beatles experience Northern Iowan 106:10, p.4	10/02/2009	Rain: The Beatles Experience, a tribute concert reviewed.
166	"What I Did Last Summer" set to appear at Strayer-Wood Theatre Northern Iowan 106:9, p.10	09/29/2009	Bertha Martin Theatre to host A. R. Gurney's comic drama, "What I Did Last Summer".
167	Conference to highlight Israeli-Palestinian conflict Northern Iowan 106:9, p.3	09/29/2009	Schindler Education Center to host conference sponsored by Friends of Sabeel Iowa. The two day conference will focus on ways to achieve a two state solution to the problems in the Middle East.
168	Event encourages education of alternative energy sources Northern Iowan 106:9, p.1	09/29/2009	Alliant Energy Iowa Electrathon held. Eight high school student designed cars competed in the areas of design, braking, handling, and endurance; photo.
169	Board of Regents discusses potential 5 to 6 percent tuition increase Northern Iowan 106:9, p.1	09/29/2009	Craig Lang expressed his opinion that tuition at Regents institutions should be increased twice as much as suggested by the baseline tuition increase of 2.7 percent. The Board of Regents will discuss tuition increases at their October meeting; photo.
170	Jungle Jack Hanna showcases his jungle friends Northern Iowan 106:8, p.8	09/25/2009	A sold out crowd greeted America's favorite zookeeper, Jack Hanna. Ninety minute show included live animals and film clips; photo.
171	UNI President Benjamin Allen prepares university for change, challenges Northern Iowan 106:8, p.1	09/25/2009	Faced with an eight per cent reduction in state funding, President Allen stated that changes are definitely ahead. We can address change intentionally or changes will be imposed upon us. It is far better that we adapt ourselves; photo.
172	"London Escape" set to appear at GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:7, p.9	09/22/2009	School of Music to present Annual Scholarship Benefit concert. All of the events are based on a London theme. Music will fill the air in all areas of the Performing Arts Center.
173	Wilmore entertains crowd with satirical wit Northern Iowan 106:7, p.6	09/22/2009	A crowded Maucker Union ballroom greeted producer, actor, comedian, and writer Larry Wilmore. President Obama, Michael Jackson, and homosexuality came under fire. Wilmore's job history found interesting.
174	Alcohol testing policies questioned by students Northern Iowan 106:7, p.1	09/22/2009	A uniform standard for the use of breathalyzers for alcohol use urged. Currently the police need to have some type of proper cause to believe that alcohol was involved in an incident.
175	Green Project UNI hosts wind generation event tonight Northern Iowan 106:6, p.1	09/18/2009	Free food, three bands, informational booths, four guest speakers, and games are included in Green Project UNI's promotion of sustainability. The program will be held on Lawther Field.
176	Second City comedy company performs at GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:5, p.11	09/15/2009	A sold-out crowd heard the improvisations of "Second City". No subject was off limits during the show. The group received two standing ovations; photo.
177	Hundreds of students attend UNIFI Root Beer Fest Northern Iowan 106:4, p.8	09/11/2009	The University of Northern Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers hosted the first root beer fest. Over two hundred students attended; played non-alcoholic games and enjoyed free root beer floats; photo.
178	"Passages to Palestine" tunes in the importance of Israeli-Palestinian conflict to students zoned out Northern Iowan 106:4, p.1	09/11/2009	Strayer-Wood Theatre presentation informed the audience about the tragedies of war and the impact on innocent people; photo.
179	"Fragile Nature" exhibit showcases importance and beauty of nature Northern Iowan 106:3, p.4	09/04/2009	UNI Museum exhibit based on National Geographic photos of nature's splendor and the positive and negative effects of man on the natural world.
180	Iowa Public Radio eliminates nine positions Northern Iowan 106:2, p.3	09/01/2009	A reorganization plan and a decline in support from state university funding lead to the loss of jobs. Bob Dorr, the late night host, is among those losing their jobs.
181	Nearly 1,700 contributions unreturned to donors of UNI Scholarship Club Northern Iowan 106:2, p.1	09/01/2009	Life insurance benefits cancelled for club members following Fidelity Life Insurance not accepting new members, requiring at least 1000 members, and a change in tax law. The university and members may be liable for back income taxes.
182	Former UNI student designs e-Bike Northern Iowan 105:54, p.1	05/01/2009	Stationary bike uses the back tire to rotate a magnet generating electrical current. Bike is used to illustrate the differences in efficiency between incandescent and compact fluorescent light bulbs
183	Audiences followed the yellow brick road Northern Iowan 105:53, p.8	04/28/2009	The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony's performed the music track of The Wizard of Oz while the film played in the background; photo.
184	"Bash the Trash" cleans up College Hill Northern Iowan 105:51, p.4	04/21/2009	Team Connection will sponsor "Bash the Trash" in the College Hill neighborhood Saturday. Participants will spend the morning picking up garbage in the area, followed by a picnic catered by Hy-Vee; photo.
185	Torn between two loves Northern Iowan 105:50, p.5	04/17/2009	Review of Sarah Ruhl's play, "Eurydice". The play will be performed in the Bertha Martin Theatre.
186	Play festival pushes limits Northern Iowan 105:50, p.5	04/17/2009	Student Theatre Association hold the third annual Ten Minute Play Festival. Pregnancy, toilet mediations, and everything in between will be fair game for the performers; photo.
187	The Peanuts gang with real issues Northern Iowan 105:46, p.4	04/03/2009	Parody of the Peanuts comic strip presented by Student Theatre Association; photo.
188	Students to perform "Folk, Fantasy and Fabulous Tales" Northern Iowan 105:46, p.1	04/03/2009	Sturgis Youth Theatre and Department of Theatre kick off three week tour of local elementary schools with performance at the Strayer-Wood Theatre.
189	Winners of essay contest get opportunity to study abroad as part of a new course Northern Iowan 105:45, p.1	03/31/2009	Global Skills course allows students to study in Dalian, China, for three weeks during June.
190	Miracles at Strayer-Wood Theatre Northern Iowan 105:44, p.5	03/27/2009	The Children's Miracle Network will benefit from a wide ranging variety show to be presented March 29, 2009, in Strayer-Wood Theatre; photo.
191	Great big sound from Newfoundland Northern Iowan 105:41, p.5	03/06/2009	Great Big Sea concert reviewed; photo.
192	Students win business plan competition Northern Iowan 105:40, p.1	03/03/2009	Zach Hedrington, business partners Dante Means and Travis Smith, and Jennifer Betts won the regional John Pappajohn New Venture Business Plan competition; photo.
193	NISG election postponed Northern Iowan 105:39, p.1	02/27/2009	Early campaigning controversy, trials, and appeals force the postponement.