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351	Award-winning Latino poet to perform at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:166, p.1	1/30/2014	Award-winning poet, Edwardo Corral, will perform at UNI. He is the author of "Slow Lightning" and the first Latino to receive the Yale Younger Series Poets Prize. His work covers subject matter including language, history, gender, and ethnicity.
352	Sixth annual Darwin Week to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:165, p.1	1/30/2014	The sixth annual Darwin Week will be held February 10 through 13. There will be four speakers throughout the week including John Fritch, Dawn Del Carlo, Allison Martens, and Nate Phelps. Darwin Week is hosted by UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers.
353	UNI lecture to explore Bible as protest literature Public Relations News Release 2013:167, p.1	1/30/2014	UNI philosophy and world religions assistant professor John Burnight will give a lecture "Truth vs. Tradition: The Book of Job as Protest Literature". He explores the possibility that suffering is part of the human condition.
354	UNI professor to present 'Teaching Girls the Power Beyond Sexy' Public Relations News Release 2013:164, p.1	1/29/2014	UNI professor, Annette Lynch, will present "Teaching Girls the Power Beyond Sexy: Using Bystander Approaches to Address Self-Objectification". This is part of the Current Research on Women and Gender (CROW) Forum.
355	Award-winning filmmaker, writer and activist to visit UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:162, p.1	1/28/2014	Byron Hurt, award-winning documentary filmmaker, will visit UNI to show and discuss two of his films. Hurt will attend screenings of "Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes" and "Soul Food Junkies". There will be a lecture and discussion to follow the films.
356	New UNI app aims to help treat speech disorder Public Relations News Release 2013:163, p.1	1/28/2014	A team led by Angela Burda and Stephen Hughes created the "Name That!" app. This app is designed to help supplement speech therapy treatment through at-home use. The app is currently available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.
357	UNI Gallery of Art to present 'Remix: Art and Sound Unbound' Public Relations News Release 2013:161, p.1	1/22/2014	UNI Gallery of Art will present a semester-long exhibition of works from the UNI Permanent Art Collection title "Remix: Art and Sound Unbound". Students will present supplementary musical pieces from each piece of art.
358	UNI selected as military friendly by Military Advanced Education magazine Public Relations News Release 2013:160, p.1	1/22/2014	UNI was selected as a Military Friendly University in Military Advanced Education's 2014 Guide to Military Friendly Colleges and Universities. UNI hopes to stay on the forefront of being a military friendly campus.
359	Alumni eligible for Merchant Scholarship Public Relations News Release 2013:159, p.1	1/16/2014	UNI alumni are invited to apply for the 2014 Merchant Scholarship. Merchant Scholarship recipients must be attending an accredited graduate or professional school as a full-time student.
360	UNI confers Yager Exemplary Teaching Recognition Awards Public Relations News Release 2013:158, p.1	1/16/2014	This year's recipients of the Yager Exemplary Teaching Recognition Award are Jodi Osthus and Allysen Lovstuen. Awardees are selected on the basis of teaching materials and student performance.
361	President Ruud expresses appreciation for Governor's support of tuition freeze Public Relations News Release 2013:155, p.1	1/14/2014	President Ruud expresses his thanks to Governor Branstad for the budget recommendations in support of UNI. This will allow UNI to freeze tuition for its second consecutive year. The Governor also supported the $2 million renovation of Schindler.
362	UNI awarded more than $500,000 grant to pilot yearlong student teaching program Public Relations News Release 2013:157, p.1	1/14/2014	UNI has received a grant over $500,000 to pilot a yearlong student teaching program. This program will offer students an authentic teaching experience before graduating.
363	UNI to honor Martin Luther King Jr. with discussion, day of service Public Relations News Release 2013:156, p.1	1/14/2014	To honor Martin Luther King Jr. UNI will host several events including a day of service and a book discussion. At the MLK Day of Service students will package meals for families in need. Marcia Riggs will be the guest speaker at the book discussion.
364	UNI to host 2014 Town Hall on Diversity Public Relations News Release 2013:154, p.1	1/14/2014	UNI will welcome Regina Dixon-Reeves as the speaker for the 6th annual Town Hall Meeting on Diversity hosted by UNI's Diversity Council. Dixon-Reeves is a former president of the Association of Black Sociologists.
365	UNI goes mobile with custom designed MyUNI mobile app Public Relations News Release 2013:153, p.	1/9/2014
366	UNI goes mobile with custom designed MyUNI mobile app Public Relations News Release 2013:153, p.1	1/9/2014	There is now a MyUNI mobile app available for smartphones. Some of the features of this app include access to eLearning, dining center menus, and new about the college.
367	President Ruud named to AASCU Board of Directors Public Relations News Release 2013:151, p.1	1/6/2014	University of Northern Iowa President Bill Ruud has been named to the 2014 Board of Directors for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). President Ruud will be one of the 15 presidents serving as a director for AASCU.
368	UNI Gallery of Art and Dept. of Art to present '2014 Department of Art Faculty Exhibition' Public Relations News Release 2013:152, p.1	1/6/2014	UNI Gallery of Art in association with the Department of Art will present "2014 Department of Art Faculty Exhibition". This will show the most recent accomplishments of the UNI Department of Art faculty. This event is free and open to the public.
369	UNI Kindergym registration is open Public Relations News Release 2013:150, p.1	1/3/2014	UNI will host Kindergym, a program focusing on the development and refinement of motor skills for children ages 2 to 5. The program will be offered Saturday mornings through the Wellness Recreation Center.
370	Instructional Technology Master of Arts degree to be offered at a distance through UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:149, p.1	12/20/2013	Applications are being accepted for the Instructional Technology Master of Arts degree program. This graduate degree will be earned online and meets approximately one night per week via video conferencing.
371	UNI Society of physics Students earns Outstanding Chapter Award Public Relations News Release 2013:148, p.1	12/19/2013	UNI's chapter of Society of Physics Students has won an Outstanding Chapter Award from the SPS National Office. SPS is an association designed for students interested in physics. The UNI chapter is advised by Tim Kidd.
372	Friends of Theatre UNI replaces S.T.A.G.E. Inc. Public Relations News Release 2013:147, p.1	12/17/2013	The organization formerly known as S.T.A.G.E. Inc. has officially changed its name to Friends of Theatre UNI. This name more accurately describes the focus of the organization. Friends of Theatre UNI raises funds for the Department of Theatre.
373	National Science Foundation project to launch at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:146, p.1	12/13/2013	Polar science leaders from across the globe will join the University of Northern Iowa in launching Arctic-FROST, a new National Science Foundation project. The project will enable and mobilize research on sustainable Arctic development.
374	UNI Dining Services releases 'Best Bites' cookbook Public Relations News Release 2013:145, p.1	12/13/2013	UNI's Dining Services recently released the cookbook "Best Bites". The cookbook features 178 of UNI's most requested recipes. The cookbook costs $12.50 and can be purchased on campus.
375	UNI named to list of nation's top 100 'Best Values in Public Colleges' by Kiplinger's Personal Finance for 2014 Public Relations News Release 2013:144, p.1	12/11/2013	UNI was ranked number 71 in the top 100 "Best Values in Public Colleges" by Kiplinger's Personal finance for 2014. The ranking is based on a combination of outstanding education as well as economic value.
376	Workshop to investigate food waste Public Relations News Release 2013:143, p.1	12/11/2013	The Iowa Waste Reduction Center will be hosting a workshop through the University of Northern Iowa. The workshop will look at the issue of food waste from a variety of perspectives. There is a $10 registration fee.
377	UNI MBA Pella program seeks clients for Capstone Experience Public Relations News Release 2013:142, p.1	12/10/2013	UNI is seeking potential clients for its UNI MBA Pella Capstone Experience. With this program MBA candidates will undertake strategic management projects for client organizations across Iowa. For the Pella program they are seeking candidates from Pella.
378	UNI Child Development Center earns national accreditation Public Relations News Release 2013:141, p.1	12/9/2013	UNI's Child Development Center has been accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This means that UNI's Child Development Center is a leader in the national effort to invest in high-quality childhood education.
379	UNI prepares for fall commencement Public Relations News Release 2013:140, p.1	12/9/2013	Approximately 600 graduates will participate in commencement. Molly Franta will give the student address. Following the ceremony there will be a reception in the McLeod Center with light snacks and beverages.
380	UNI to pay tribute to Nelson Mandela Public Relations News Release 2013:139, p.1	12/6/2013	UNI will host a service in remembrance of Nelson Mandela. Mandela was South Africa's first black president. Many people saw Nelson Mandela as a symbol of freedom and peace around the world.
381	UNI Gallery of Art to present 'B.F.A. Group Exhibition' Public Relations News Release 2013:136, p.1	12/5/2013	UNI Gallery of Art will present "B.F.A. Group Exhibition" December 12 through December 21. The artwork of Trey Bush, Brittany Deal, Diana Hall, and Derek Steffens will be presented.
382	UNI New Horizons Band to present winter concert Public Relations News Release 2013:137, p.1	12/5/2013	UNI's New Horizons Band will perform a winter concert on December 16. The band will perform a variety of traditional concert band songs. The New Horizons Band is directed by Diana Blake.
383	UNI to host free educational forum on the Affordable Care Act Tuesday, Dec. 10 Public Relations News Release 2013:135, p.1	12/5/2013	UNI will host a free educational forum on the Affordable Care Act. Stephene Moore, Health and Human Services regional director, will present information on the Affordable Care Act.
384	UNI wellness initiatives recognized by Blue Zones Project Public Relations News Release 2013:138, p.1	12/5/2013	The Blue Zones Project recently designated UNI as a Blue Zones Worksite. UNI offers many resources and opportunities helping students to live a healthier life. The Blue Zones Project is a global initiative to promote healthy living.
385	UNI's MyEntre.Net and Iowa Department of Revenue to offer two free webinars Public Relations News Release 2013:134, p.1	11/27/2013	UNI's MyEntre.New and the Iowa Department of Revenue will host two free webinars on Iowa sales tax issues for the cosmetology industry and a property tax update. This partnership has resulted in successful webinars attended by more than 1,000 people.
386	Internationally acclaimed performance artist to present 'lecture & rant' at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:133, p.1	11/25/2013	Performance artist Tim Miller will perform an opinionated rant about identity, culture wars, and homosexuality. Miller offers an interesting perspective on self identification.
387	Online courses at UNI receive top rankings Public Relations News Release 2013:131, p.1	11/25/2013	Affordable Colleges Online recently ranked UNI as the most affordable and high-quality provider of online education in Iowa. Earlier this year UNI's Continuing Education and Special Programs also earned the Iowa Distance Learning Association Award.
388	UNI receives high ranking for affordability, academic quality, accessibility Public Relations News Release 2013:130, p.1	11/25/2013	UNI was ranked number 13 nationally and 4th in the Midwest in a ranking that assesses schools on affordability, academic quality, and accessibility. This is similar to President Obama's ranking system proposed in the higher education plan.
389	UNI School of Music Spotlight Series presents Chimes of Christmas Public Relations News Release 2013:132, p.1	11/25/2013	UNI School of Music will present its annual Chimes of Christmas concert as a part of the UNI School of Music Spotlight Series. The concert will feature performances by the UNI Singers, UNI Concert Chorale, UNI Women's Chorus and UNI Cantorei.
390	UNI School of Music to present International Piano Competition Public Relations News Release 2013:129, p.1	11/21/2013	UNI School of Music will present the Midwest International Piano Completion. The winner will receive $25,000 as well as a recording contract with Blue Griffin Record label.
391	The role of women in politics to be discussed at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:128, p.1	11/20/2013	UNI will be a showing of "Miss Representation" a documentary on the misrepresentation of women in positions of power in the media. Following the film there will be a discussion with panelists Joy Corning, Chris Larimer, and Allison Martens.
392	UNI Museums 'Treasures' at Rod Library Public Relations News Release 2013:127, p.1	11/20/2013	A new exhibit "Treasures: A Sampling of the UNI Museums Collection" will be displayed on the first floor of Rod Library. Mammoth teeth, Native American pottery, and an early 20th century stereoscope are a few of the objects on display.
393	Conference to showcase creative work produced at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:126, p.1	11/19/2013	UNI's Creative Life Research Center will host an inaugural Creative UNIversity Conference. Steven J. Tepper, founder of the Creative Campus Initiative, will be the keynote speaker at this event.
394	UNI Suzuki School violin and viola beginners class announced Public Relations News Release 2013:125, p.1	11/19/2013	Parents can register their children for UNI Suzuki School's violin and viola beginners class. This class is for ages 4 to 7. Students will receive both group and individual lessons as well as the opportunity to perform several times; photo.
395	UNI professor spreads hope for dementia caregivers Public Relations News Release 2013:122, p.1	11/18/2013	Elaine Eshbaugh, associate professor of family studies and gerontology, will be hosting a seminar "Hope for Dementia Caregivers: How to Win the Day". The seminar will provide a new perspective for caregivers of those with Alzheimer's.
396	UNI to host lecture on biblical geography Public Relations News Release 2013:123, p.1	11/18/2013	UNI will host Steven Collins from Trinity Southwest University to deliver a lecture titled, "Finding Sodom: A Study in Biblical Geography." The lecture is sponsored by the Dr. Johnathan J. Lu and Sayoko Lu Biblical Geography Endowment Fund.
397	UNI welcomed into CFA Institute University Recognition Program: UNI's undergrad finance program positions students for CFA certification Public Relations News Release 2013:124, p.1	11/18/2013	UNI has become the latest university to be welcomed into the CFA Institute University Recognition Program. UNI offers CFA review non-credit courses to help students on exam. CFA certification is the most globally respected investment certification.
398	UNI's NABL sees success over the years Public Relations News Release 2013:121, p.1	11/13/2013	UNI's National Ag-Based Lubricants Center will cease operations in 2014 due to lack of federal funding. The NABL Center was established in 1991 as a collaboration between UNI, Iowa Soybean Association, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
399	Two UNI programs awarded national awards for economic development efforts Public Relations News Release 2013:120, p.1	11/12/2013	The University Economic Development Association awarded UNI with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship award for the Dream Big Grow Here program. UNI was also awarded the Research and Analysis award for the Iowa Business Concierge program.
400	UNI named to Military Times 'Best for Vets: Colleges 2014' rankings Public Relations News Release 2013:119, p.1	11/12/2013	UNI has been named one of Military Times "Best for Vets: Colleges 2014". This ranking is based on commitment to providing opportunities for veterans.

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