Allen--Benjamin J. (President of UNI)
Displaying 151 - 200 of 475 in reverse chronological order
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| 151 | Regents propose 5 percent tuition increase in light of potential budget reductions Northern Iowan 107:34, p.1 |
Both in and out of state students would see their tuition bill raised by five per cent next year. Students in the College of Business upper division are looking at a proposal of 11.3 percent for in state and 7.9 for out of state students. | |
| 152 | McPheron twins help bring excitement to Panther athletics Northern Iowan 107:33, p.6 |
Clarissa and Kristen McPheron, sophomores from New London, are members of the cheerleading squad. The trip to the NCAA basketball tournament was a highlight. Their school spirit is obvious. | |
| 153 | UNI's Center for Violence Prevention opens Jan. 28. Public Relations News Release 2010:187, p.1 |
Verizon Foundation will announce a $10,000 grant to support the center's programs. The program will include remarks from Ben Allen, Gloria Gibson, Chuck Grassley, Binnie LeHew and Alan Heisterkamp. | |
| 154 | A dialogue of diversity Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.2 |
Summary of events associated with GBPAC's "Standing on Higher Ground" program; President Allen's statement on the program; photo. | |
| 155 | A message from the president Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.16 |
President Allen introduces the university's strategic plan and the "UNI I am . ." campaign; photo. | |
| 156 | Imagine the Impact campaign kickoff Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.22 |
Capital campaign aims at raising $150 million; $109 million already on hand in private donations; will fund scholarships and faculty and program support; includes $11 million gift from Richard O. Jacobson; photo. | |
| 157 | Holiday wish list Northern Iowan 107:27, p.10 |
Members of the editorial staff share their hopes for the new year. President Allen's health, basketball success, students taking group projects more seriously, and hopes for a snow day are some of the wishes. | |
| 158 | UNI president begins battle with cancer Northern Iowan 107:25, p.1 |
Ben Allen has been diagnosed with early stages of prostrate cancer. He will undergo surgery in mid-January. Provost Gloria Gibson will be acting President during his recovery; photo. | |
| 159 | Ryan's list for Santa Northern Iowan 107:25, p.15 |
Writer asks for sports related gifts this year. | |
| 160 | HLC Review team recommends UNI for full reaccreditation Northern Iowan 107:23, p.1 |
Higher Learning Commission has examined UNI and found the university worthy of another ten years of accreditation; photo. | |
| 161 | HLC evaluates UNI for reaccreditation Northern Iowan 107:21, p.1 |
The two year self-study of the University culminates this week with the arrival of the ten member team charged with examining the quality of the institution. | |
| 162 | UNI receives $10 million donation to support Imagine the Impact campaign Northern Iowan 107:18, p.1 |
Current student scholarship campaign receives a huge boost. The largest gift was given by Mark and Jill Oman; photo. | |
| 163 | UNI receives $10 million gift for Imagine the Impact campaign Public Relations News Release 2010:109, p.1 |
The campaign, which began in 2005, has raised $109 million and is scheduled to continue through 2013. The campaign has received a commitment of $10 million from Cark C. Oman (B.A. '76) and Jill Fuerhoff Oman (B.A. '85) of West Des Moines. | |
| 164 | President Allen speaks about the changes ahead for UNI Northern Iowan 107:9, p.1 |
During this year's convocation, President Benjamin Allen stressed the desire to have the University in charge of the changes that will be ahead during the next five years. Faculty awards were presented; photo. | |
| 165 | UNI and Iowa Community Colleges announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2010:72, p.1 |
Through the program, community college students who plan to pursue bachelor's degrees at UNI will receive special benefits to help pave the way for academic success at both schools. Ten of the 15 community college presidents have signed agreements. | |
| 166 | UNI and Eastern Iowa Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2010:68, p.1 |
President Ben Allen and Eastern Iowa Community College (EICC) chancelor Pat Keir signed the Admissions Partnership Program agreement Thursday, September 23. EICC students who plan to pursue bachelor's degrees at UNI will receive special benefits. | |
| 167 | UNI athletics to reduce general fund subsidies Northern Iowan 107:7, p.1 |
An 18.3 per cent decrease in general fund subsidies for athletics will occur by the 2015 fiscal year. This is according to a plan submitted to and approved by the Board of Regents. The plan includes a second big nonconference football game. | |
| 168 | Please don't feed the trolls Northern Iowan 107:5, p.10 |
Campus reaction to the expected protests of Fred Phelps and the Westboro Baptist Church against gay rights. A call for civility from President Allen and the Dean of Students has been made; photo. | |
| 169 | UNI fall enrollment increases for fourth straight year Public Relations News Release 2010:40, p.1 |
The official fall 2010 enrollment is 13,201, a 0.9-percent increase over the 13,080 enrolled in fall 2009. Calculated on students enrolled through the end of the second week of class, the count shows an increase of 121 students. | |
| 170 | Coming out on top Northern Iowan 107:2, p.1 |
UNI ranked number three in the "Best Regional Universities (Midwest)" by U. S. News and World Report. | |
| 171 | UNI dedicates its first net-zero building Northern Iowan 107:2, p.1 |
Multimodal Transportation Center generates its own energy thanks to solar panels installed above the facility. The facility is a joint effort of UNI, the cities of Cedar Falls and Waterloo, and the Metropolitan Transit Authority; photo. | |
| 172 | UNI to dedicate new Multimodal Transportation Center Northern Iowan 107:1, p.13 |
A joint effort among UNI, Cedar Falls, Waterloo, and the Metropolitan Transit Authority will be dedicated on August 27, 2010; photo. | |
| 173 | Allen nominated to national committee Northern Iowan 107:1, p.21 |
President Benjamin Allen will serve on the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity; photo. | |
| 174 | UNI receives its largest donation in history Northern Iowan 107:1, p.1 |
Richard Jacobson, a Des Moines businessman, donates $11 million to create the Richard O. Jacobson Center for Comprehensive Literacy; photo. | |
| 175 | UNI to dedicate new Multimodal Transportation Center, Aug. 27 Public Relations News Release 2010:17, p.1 |
A reception and a historical transportation display will be available for viewing after the ceremony. The display will feature vintage cars and photographs depicting historical methods of transportation. | |
| 176 | Richard O. Jacobson pledges $11 million to create literacy center at UNI UNI receives largest gift ever Public Relations News Release 2010:15, p.1 |
The Richard O. Jacobson Center for Comprehensive Literacy will focus on educating, coaching and mentoring teachers and administrators to develop effective instructional prractices based on current reading research. | |
| 177 | UNI ranked third on 'U.S. News & World Report' list Public Relations News Release 2010:11, p.1 |
The college ranked third in the "Best Regional Universities (Midwest)" category for public universities, according to their 2011 "America's Best Colleges" guidebook. | |
| 178 | Make your voice heard Northern Iowan 2009:59, p.1 |
Input sought on the value of athletics and other auxillary programs at the University; photo. | |
| 179 | Make your voice heard Northern Iowan 106:59, p.1 |
Input sought on the value of athletics, Maucker Union, Performing Arts Center, Student Health Center, and the Wellness and Recreation Center; photo. | |
| 180 | Braley nominates Allen to national committee Northern Iowan 106:58, p.1 |
Congressman Bruce Braley nominates President Allen to National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity; committee will attempt to assure that college students receive a good educational experience; photo. | |
| 181 | Panther Portraits: Student Involvement Fair Northern Iowan 106:56, p.1 |
New students consider opportunities to join campus organizations; photo. | |
| 182 | UNI and Iowa Central Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2009:482, p.1 |
Through the program, ICCC students who plan to pursue bachelors degrees at UNI will receive special benefits to help pave the way for academic success at both schools. President Ben Allen and ICCC President Dan Kinney signed the agreement Friday, June 11. | |
| 183 | UNI's National Ag-Based Lubricants Center celebrates new facility Tours available during May 14 event Public Relations News Release 2009:457, p.1 |
The National AG-Based Lubricants Center (NABL) moved to the Cedar Valley TechWorks Technology Center. A commemorative painting by artist Gary Kelley will be unveiled during the program, which will include remarks from President Benjamin Allen. | |
| 184 | Welcome from your University President Northern Iowan 106:54, p. |
President Benjamin Allen welcomes students to UNI; photo. | |
| 185 | UNI students "Beat Cancer" in Purple Glove Dance Video Contest Northern Iowan 106:53, p.8 |
YouTube has a video showing several UNI students wearing purple gloves beating up on cancer. The video features the UNI Dance Team, President and Mrs. Allen, and T. C.; photo. | |
| 186 | UNI featured by the Princeton Review and U. S. Green Building Council in just-published 'Guide to 286 Green Colleges' Public Relations News Release 2009:426, p.1 |
A free guidebook profiles the nation's most environmentally responsible colleges and universities. The nationally known education services company selected UNI for inclusion in a unique resource it has created for college applicants. | |
| 187 | Tuition surcharge to be refunded to students Northern Iowan 106:52, p.1 |
$100 surcharge had been collected with spring 2010 tuition; General Assembly passed supplemental appropriation to cover the surcharge. | |
| 188 | Earth Day celebration to continue all week long Northern Iowan 106:50, p.1 |
Movies, 5K run, UNI Unplugged, clearing litter from Dry Run Creek, and posters are just some of the activities planned for Earth Day. | |
| 189 | UNI to celebrate Earth Week Public Relations News Release 2009:404, p.1 |
Earth Week is a campus-wide event, which aims to involve the campus sommunity in environmental action and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. Earth Day activities are listed. | |
| 190 | Inaugural Diversity Matters Award recipients announced at annual town hall Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.19 |
Roster of those who won an award; photo. | |
| 191 | UNI begins reorganization Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.22 |
Division of Marketing and Advancement will be dissolved; CHFA and CNS will be combined; Departments of English and Modern Languages will be combined; photo. | |
| 192 | Master Builders of Iowa strengthen UNI's construction management program with $75,000 gift Public Relations News Release 2009:370, p.1 |
"MBI" is stepping up to assist our vital construction career programs so they can continue to play a major role in preparing a skilled workforce to rebuild Iowa" according to Chairman of the Board Mike Tousley, of the Weitz Company. | |
| 193 | Athletically minded Northern Iowan 106:44, p.2 |
Questions funding of athletics. Notes value of athletics for drawing the student body, the alumni, and the community together. | |
| 194 | Seventh most powerful woman in the world speaks at UNI Northern Iowan 106:42, p.7 |
DuPont CEO Ellen Kullman talked about leadership behavior during her address in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Engagement, setting the right tone, and accountability led her list of behaviors; photo. | |
| 195 | UNI President Allen speaks to concerned graduate students Northern Iowan 106:41, p.1 |
President Allen spoke about pay cuts, department reorganizations, layoffs, a student surcharge, and campus rumors at a meeting with graduate students. The president advised students not to rush through graduate school; photo. | |
| 196 | UNI steals your money Northern Iowan 106:39, p.3 |
A satirical approach to the awarding of college degrees and dealing with budget cuts. | |
| 197 | UNI named to Presidential Honor Roll for Community Service Public Relations News Release 2009:303, p.1 |
This is the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement. | |
| 198 | UNI proposes five-year plan, stresses importance of community input Northern Iowan 106:38, p.1 |
A draft of the strategic plan for the next five years at UNI was presented for comment at three town hall meetings. The committee has been working since October and appealed to members of the University community to share their ideas; photo. | |
| 199 | DuPont CEO to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:288, p.1 |
Ellen Kullman will be the inaugural speaker for a new distinguished guest lecture series featuring top corporate leaders in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The lecture is free and open to the public. DuPont is a science-based company. | |
| 200 | UNI Museum hosts "Café Poetica" and "Café Museo" Northern Iowan 106:36, p.14 |
President Allen joined the opening session of the coffee exhibit at the University Museum. |