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1 | Big wheels a burnin'--tire recycling | John Konefes discusses the use of unused tires in power plants. He states that burning shredded tires will help stretch coal supplies, as well as reduce harmful emissions. |
2 | Caring for children before and after school--new duty of schools? | Professor Judy Finkelstein speaks on the need for schools to extend their schedules to offer proper care for students in the morning and afternoon. |
3 | How do children learn? Dramatic play is a positive force in classrooms | Professor Gretta Berghammer researches the application of creative drama in teaching preschool aged children. |
4 | The big chill cometh--beware of hypothermia | Professor Joan Thompson discusses the dangers of prolonged exposure to subzero temperatures. |
5 | The decade of the '80s--top 10 stories | Professor Tom Ryan recounts the top news stories of the decade. Stories include increased U. S. involvement in Central American affairs, as well as the presidency of Ronald Reagan. |
6 | The new cereal additive psyllium¿ can it really reduce cholesterol? | Professor Joanne Spaide discusses the use of a bulking agent for fiber products in cereals. The product can reduce cholesterol by up to nine percent, but may cause allergic reactions in some consumers. |
7 | Today's the day--or is it? Geography professor explores Christmas | Professor Jonathan Lu instructs a course on the geography of the regions featured in biblical stories, with emphasis on regions pertaining to the Christmas story. |
8 | Top 10 national stories that made the news in '89 | Professor Tom Ryan lists the top national news stories of the year. Stories include the Supreme Court's decision on abortion, the war on drugs, and developments in the Soviet Union. |
9 | Top five Iowa stories that made the news in '89 | A Sioux City airliner crash and Iowa gambling problems make headline news. |
10 | University of Northern Iowa to share in NASA program through Iowa Space Grant College Consortium | The National Aeronautics and Space Administration names the Iowa Space Grant College Consortium as one of the top twenty-one to participate in the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program. Roy Saigo represents UNI in the Iowa Space Consortium. |
11 | When it's cold outside pets need extra care | Professor Bonnie Sines urges pet owners to take extra care when exposing their animals to subzero weather. |