Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)

Displaying 51 - 100 of 104 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
51	Ruud discusses his future plans for UNI Northern Iowan 109:36, p.1	02/19/2013	William Ruud, the next President of UNI, plans to get a better feel for the university during his first days in the position. He believes he will like it here. He wants to speak with many groups on campus. He will focus on updates; photo.
52	UNI gathers at Iowa Capitol Northern Iowan 109:35, p.1	02/15/2013	UNI students, staff, and alumni joined the first ever "UNI Day" in Des Moines, Iowa. They shared UNI's story with legislators and expressed the importance of UNI; photo.
53	Food allergies, intolerance on the rise at the university Northern Iowan 109:34, p.1	02/12/2013	The number of UNI students with food allergies or intolerance has more than doubled in the past three years. Lisa Krausman talks with students to try and educate them to ensure safe consumption of food; photo.
54	Ruud named UNI president Northern Iowan 109:34, p.1	02/12/2013	Iowa Board of Regents voted unanimously for William Rudd to become the tenth preside of UNI. Dean Moussavi commented that President Rudd will bring years of experience to UNI; photo.
55	Wartell emphasizes UNI's uniqueness Northern Iowan 109:33, p.1	02/08/2013	The third and final candidate for the position of UNI president spoke about his vision on UNI's place in the community and the state of Iowa. Dr. Wartell believes UNI will be censured, but will not change because of it; photo.
56	Student Voices Northern Iowan 109:32, p.1	02/05/2013	Students answer the question: "What do you think about the two presidential forums so far?".
57	Ruud talks about future of UNI Northern Iowan 109:31, p.1	02/01/2013	William Ruud was the first presidential candidate to visit UNI. He described his vision for the future of UNI and its place not only in the state of Iowa, but in the Midwest and the nation; photo.
58	Final candidate announced Northern Iowan 109:31, p.1	02/01/2013	Michael A. Wartell has been announced as the third and final presidential candidate. As chancellor he worked to expand programs and endowments, increased enrollment, and oversaw construction of more than thirty buildings.
59	NISG debates procedure on funding bills Northern Iowan 109:30, p.1	01/29/2013	Northern Iowa Student Government defeated a bill that would have eliminated the second reading of funding bills under $1000, on a vote of three to twelve.
60	Second presidential candidate to visit campus Northern Iowan 109:30, p.1	01/29/2013	Avijit Ghosh, a candidate for present of the University of Northern Iowa, will visit the campus. A university-wide e-mail link will be available.
61	New website features 'Inside UNI' Northern Iowan 109:29, p.1	01/25/2013	UNI releases redesigned website to appeal to prospective students, current students, and faculty members. Inside UNI presents news and announcements according to Stacey Christensen, public relations manager at University Relations.
62	First presidential candidate to visit UNI Northern Iowan 109:29, p.1	01/25/2013	William N. Ruud will be the first candidate to interview for president. Two additional candidates will be interviewed at later dates. Visit the UNI presidential search website for all the candidates' names, biographies, and vitae; photo
63	UNI plans day of service for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Northern Iowan 109:28, p.3	01/18/2013	Student Involvement Center offers an opportunity to volunteer at local agencies. Bus will transport participants to various locations including the Northeast Iowa Food Bank, Grout Museum, and the Country View Nursing Home.
64	BOR approval of tuition freeze contingent on state funding Northern Iowan 109:27, p.1	12/07/2012	Board of Regents voted in support of tuition freeze for 2014 contingent upon Iowa legislators' decision to provide additional funding for state universities. UNI Tuition and Fees would remain $6,648 for undergraduate students.
65	DNI explores composting options to reduce food waste Northern Iowan 109:27, p.1	12/07/2012	UNI considering composting options for dining centers on campus. Fresh Beginnings program works with Department of Residence to form plan for composting and recycling options. Input from residential dining and UNI students; photo.
66	Professors analyze 2012 election results Northern Iowan 109:26, p.1	12/04/2012	Political science faculty analyze election results. Campaign tactics, issues, and advertisements were topics of discussion.
67	NISG votes in support of gradual student teaching fee increase Northern Iowan 109:26, p.1	12/04/2012	Northern Iowa Student Government votes in support of gradually increasing fees starting in fall 2013. Change in state requirements, no income during student teaching, and sudden announcement of increase are reasons for passage of resolution.
68	Students, staff show support for veterans with ribbon tying event Northern Iowan 109:23, p.6	11/13/2012	UNI students and staff attend a ribbon-tying event to show support for our veterans. Ribbons tied around trees and U. S. flags placed in front of the Campanile.
69	Student Voices Northern Iowan 109:22, p.2	11/09/2012	Students answer the question, "What do you think about the election results?"
70	Student teaching fee to jump in fall 2013 Northern Iowan 109:20, p.1	11/02/2012	Institutional Fee Committee votes to raise fees for student teaching from $50 to $300. The additional money will go to mentor teachers and institutions.
71	NISG votes against resolution supporting tuition freeze Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1	10/30/2012	Board of Regents held a meeting to discuss risk in supporting tuition freeze. Concerns raised regarding whether or not UNI would get additional financial assistance.
72	Early voting continues on UNI campus Northern Iowan 109:13, p.1	10/09/2012	Several locations on campus allow early voting to accommodate student schedules. Iowa makes it easy for people to vote, offering many different options. Students encouraged to get involved and participate in voting.
73	BOR proposes replacing tuition set-aside program Northern Iowan 109:10, p.1	09/28/2012	Reduction in tuition possible with a new $40 million state funded financial aid program for students. Board of Regents to vote on full plan during their October meeting.
74	BOR president proposes in-state tuition freeze Northern Iowan 109:9, p.1	09/25/2012	Proposed tuition freeze for in-state students. A request was also made for an increase to the general fund for regents universities by 2.6 percent, with an additional $4 million for UNI. The tuition freeze may make complications for UNI; photo.
75	Departments feeling effects of program cuts, restructuring Northern Iowan 109:4, p.1	09/07/2012	The loss of five faculty in the Department of Languages and Literature has caused adjustments to be made. Fewer course offerings and courses being taught by adjunct instructors are examples. Physics has also been forced to adjust.
76	UNI creating new veteran and military student service office Northern Iowan 109:3, p.2	08/31/2012	Jennifer Suchan plans to open the new office in the ITTC building on Veteran's Day. The space will provide a variety of items for the 250 veterans and military students on campus.
77	Board drops complaint against Rastetter Northern Iowan 109:2, p.1	08/28/2012	The ethics complaint filed by the Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement against Bruce Rastetter was dropped by the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board. The complaint grew from Rastetter's involvement with a project in Tanzania; photo.
78	Religion, philosophy programs to lose faculty and courses Northern Iowan 108:50, p.1	04/13/2012	Jerome Soneson, department head, voices concern over the loss of forty-three percent of the faculty. The Department of Philosophy and World Religions will lose four tenured professors and two term faculty.
79	Faculty to 'retool' programs Northern Iowan 108:49, p.1	04/10/2012	Since the announcement of a reduction in some academic programs and the elimination of others, faculty members are evaluating options to serve students still interested in the areas. Some see it as an opportunity to make education better; photo.
80	Bunsis says UNI has 'misplaced priorities' Northern Iowan 108:49, p.1	04/10/2012	Chair of the American Association of United Professors suggests the use of unrestricted reserves to pay for the $6 million dollar budget short fall. A full review of the facts should then follow before to any academic cuts; photo.
81	Faculty, students respond to closure of science programs Northern Iowan 108:47, p.1	04/03/2012	Several science program degree programs will be lost due to the budget crisis. According to Ken De Nault, two of the four geology faculty members may be lost. Courses in these areas will be available next year.
82	Students, faculty speak out on world language program closures Northern Iowan 108:46, p.1	03/30/2012	World language and culture degrees will include only a Spanish B. A. and a Spanish Teaching B. A. French, German, and Russian were dropped due to budget constraints.
83	'Funeral' held to protest academic program cuts Northern Iowan 108:45, p.1	03/27/2012	Students United for Academics sponsored the march. The march began at Seerley Hall and made its way to the Campanile to remember Price Laboratory School; photo.
84	Danielson, community discuss cuts Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1	03/02/2012	Elected officials hear responses from the community about the closing of Price Lab School. The community was strongly in favor of keeping the school; photo.
85	All-expense paid trips source of controversy Northern Iowan 108:34, p.4	02/07/2012	Mitch Lingo believes that invitations from the athletic department to the president and vice-president of NISG should be considered lobbying. The NCAA and MVC pay for the all expenses paid trips.
86	Beck says possibility of $12 million for UNI is slim Northern Iowan 108:34, p.3	02/07/2012	Governor Branstad's budget has twenty million dollars extra for public universities. UNI will get a portion of that money, but significantly less than the twelve million anticipated.
87	State of the Union address forecasts Obama's plans Northern Iowan 108:32, p.1	01/31/2012	Justin Holmes liked the speech and declared that the President made several great points. Success of the plans lies with the position taken by Congress; photo.
88	Dannen, Walrath confirm source of all-expense paid trips to NCAA Northern Iowan 108:30, p.1	01/24/2012	There is NO money from the athletic department or student money spent on student body personnel going the tournaments. The NCAA pays for national tournaments and the MVC pays for conference trips; photo.
89	Alex's still fails to pay employees Northern Iowan 108:28, p.1	01/13/2012	A new restaurant on College Hill is having financial difficulties that have made it unable to pay employees. Lack of business is blamed. Employees are doubtful about seeing the money owed.
90	Presidential candidates coming to UNI Northern Iowan 108:26, p.1	12/06/2011	Rick Santorum and Ron Paul have scheduled visits on campus. Both candidates will speak on the importance of education; photo.
91	Occupy Cedar Valley ends encampment Northern Iowan 108:25, p.1	12/02/2011	Occupiers have packed up their tents and moved out of Overman Park. The group decided to hold more events such as teach-ins, vigils, and demonstrations and are looking for a permanent office environment.
92	Bachman argues for local control of education Northern Iowan 108:25, p.1	12/02/2011	Presidential candidate, Michelle Bachman, spoke to an estimated crowd of 350 in Russell Hall. Iowa Public Radio and UNI collaborated to host the event. Veteran escorted out after he tried to continue debating; photo.
93	Osterberg debunks economic myths Northern Iowan 108:22, p.2	11/11/2011	David Osterberg, executive director of the Iowa Policy Project, states that Iowa's recession has been less severe than the national average. He further states that the state has cut support to state universities; causing higher tuition and fees.
94	New York Times coming to campus Northern Iowan 108:19, p.1	11/01/2011	Starting in the fall, an eight week trial period will bring the New York Times to Maucker Union. Northern Iowa Student Government will pay for the copies taken during the second four week period.
95	NISG passes tuition increase resolution Northern Iowan 108:17, p.3	10/25/2011	Discussion on a proposed bill to support a tuition increase was heated at times. There were several senators on both sides of the issue. In the end, the resolution was adopted.
96	On-campus voting begins Northern Iowan 108:17, p.1	10/25/2011	Students may cast their ballots for Cedar Falls city officials in Maucker Union for the next two days. Jon Crews, Frank Darrah, and Larry Quigley are running for mayor; photo.
97	Conversation partners provide learning and companionship Northern Iowan 108:15, p.7	10/18/2011	The Culture and Intensive English Program sponsors a program that matches non-English speakers with English speakers. Participants meet at least once a week. Both participants learn a great deal from the experience.
98	Board of Regents requests 12 million dollars for UNI Northern Iowan 108:11, p.1	10/04/2011	UNI relies more heavily on state funding than the other Regents institutions. To reduce the inequity, addition funding for UNI has been requested. $4 million would be added to the budget for each of the next three years; photo.
99	Essentials Homecoming t-shirt tradition continues Northern Iowan 108:10, p.1	09/30/2011	Essentials has an exhibit of twelve years of Homecoming t-shirts on display. These shirts were originally designed for employees of Essentials, but became very popular and are now available to the public; photo.
100	Skateboarding policy suspended Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1	09/16/2011	A temporary suspension of the ban on skateboarding on campus has been put into effect. Students will continue to be ticketed if they are damaging property or injuring people.