Allen--Benjamin J. (President of UNI)

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#	Title	Date	Summary
251	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements in the UNI-Dome May 9 Public Relations News Release 2008:506, p.1	04/30/2009	More than 1,500 students are eligible to participate including the members of the Class of 1959 who will be attending their Golden Reunion. Sandy Stevens of Glen Ellyn, Ill., will welcome the new graduates as alumni.
252	U.S. Secretary of Education comes to UNI Northern Iowan 105:53, p.1	04/28/2009	Arne Duncan spoke to high school and college students, community leaders, faculty, and staff at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. He spoke on his plans and the future of education under President Obama; photo.
253	UNI to host four Chinese delegates from City College Dongguan during Arne Duncan visit, April 24 Public Relations News Release 2008:478, p.1	04/20/2009	For the past three years, the College and CCDGUT have exchanged students for a special summer program, with approximately 25 UNI students traveling to Dongguan each summer to teach English, and Chinese students traveling to Cedar Falls to participate.
254	This week at the University of Northern Iowa Northern Iowan 105:49, p.4	04/14/2009	Dates, times, and places of events for the week on the UNI campus.
255	This week at UNI Northern Iowan 105:48, p.4	04/10/2009	Dates, times, and locations of upcoming events on campus.
256	U. S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan to visit University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2008:451, p.1	04/08/2009	Duncan will deliver a policy address. Dr. Ben. Allen states, "Our country is facing difficult challenges. Ensuring strong education systems is vital to preparing our students for the global economy."
257	UNI faculty to be recognized for community engagement Public Relations News Release 2008:440, p.1	04/03/2009	The 2009 Veridian Credit Union Community Engagement Award recipients are: Fred Abraham, Cliff Chancey, Richard Featherstone, Linda Nebbe, and Gabriela Olivares-Cuhat.
258	UNI students inducted into teacher education program Public Relations News Release 2008:443, p.1	04/03/2009	Two hundred and forty students who had satisfied requirements for admission into the program were inducted during the formal ceremony. Cynthia Herndon, delivered the convocation address. Candidates were presented by Melissa Heston. Students listed.
259	UNI's recommended residence-system rate increase lowest in 30 years Public Relations News Release 2008:394, p.1	03/13/2009	UNI has proposed a 2.5-percent increase in room and board for 2009-1010. President Ben Allen reaffirmed the university's intent to provide an affordable eduation for its students, most of whom come from Iowa.
260	UNI to host IDEA diversity Summit on April 23 Public Relations News Release 2008:391, p.1	03/11/2009	The fourth Annual Iowa's IDEA Diversity Summit will focus on providing attendees from higher education, business, agencies and community organizations specific hands-on strategies for recruitment and retention. Keynoting the summit will be Bruce King.
261	You're out: baseball program to be eliminated Northern Iowan 105:39, p.1	02/27/2009	Due to financial conditions, the baseball program will end following the current season, unless significant funds can be found from outside sources; photo.
262	Community service brings honor to University of Northern Iowa Northern Iowan 105:38, p.3	02/24/2009	UNI given a space on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. Award recognizes those who support innovative and effective community service and service-learning projects.
263	President Allen's budget notice Northern Iowan 105:33, p.3	02/06/2009	Anticipated reductions in the 2010 fiscal budget have caused President Allen to announce the following short term budget reductions: a hiring freeze, restriction of non-essential travel, and monitoring of temperature and lighting levels.
264	Findings and recommendations for state research and development school announced Public Relations News Release 2008:308, p.1	01/16/2009	The implementation committee developed a detailed transition plan for expanding the Malcolm Price Laboratory School as a state of Iowa research and development school.
265	University of Northern Iowa to host commencement in the UNI-Dome Dec. 20 Public Relations News Release 2008:264, p.1	12/09/2008	Benjamin Allen will preside over the ceremonies and confer degrees on the students. John Vallentine, professor and director of the School of Music, is the commencement marshall. The recognition of honors and awards will be conducted by James Lubker.
266	UNI provost search narrows to four candidates Northern Iowan 105:24, p.1	11/21/2008	Provost search narrows to four candidates. James Lubker has been serving as the interim provost for four years; photo.
267	UNI and Kirkwood Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2008:228, p.1	11/17/2008	"This new connection to Kirkwood gives students a direct link to UNI from the day they sign up for the program, and we believe it will make earning a bachelor's degree a reality for more and more Iowans," according to President Ben Allen.
268	UNI President Ben Allen Northern Iowa Today 92:2, p.16	11/01/2008	President Allen and other UNI officials attended the Commencement program for the UNI MBA program in Hong Kong; photo.
269	Chuck and Barbara Grassley establish endowed professorship Northern Iowa Today 92:2, p.25	11/01/2008	Gift will endow professorship in political science; will be entitled the Chuck and Barbara Grassley Endowed Professorship in Political Science; photo.
270	Former governor speaks on education reform Northern Iowan 105:18, p.1	10/31/2008	Roy Romer, former governor of Colorado, addressed students on "The Dire Need for Education Reform". He said that expectations about education must be raised uniformly among the states; photo.
271	Family events for graduate students Northern Iowan 105:18, p.7	10/31/2008	Graduate students are unaware of the opportunities for them on campus, including pumpkin carving and participating in the "Conversation with President Allen".
272	Student services emphasized at Gilchrist Hall rededication Northern Iowan 105:15, p.1	10/21/2008	Following the Gilchrist Hall fire in 2005, Gilchrist Hall has been extensively repaired. The rededication ceremony was a celebration that student services are now in one building; photo.
273	Imagine the Impact of $250 million Northern Iowan 105:14, p.1	10/17/2008	Foundation starts a new fund raising campaign with a goal of $250 million to support scholarships and to support faculty; will extend through 2013.
274	Iowa Mathematics and Science Education Partnership to host Iowa STEM Education Symposium Public Relations News Release 2008:151, p.1	10/15/2008	"The purpose of the symposium is to spawn new partnerships across Iowa, as well as highlight and refine existing partnerships," said Jeff Weld, IMSEP director. The symposium is for education and business leaders who either have existing partnerships. . .
275	Calendar of Events Northern Iowan 105:13, p.5	10/14/2008	Events on campus for the week.
276	UNI asks alumni and friends to 'Imagine the Impact' with launch of $150 million campaign Ben and Pat Allen jump-start campus drive Public Relations News Release 2008:135, p.1	10/10/2008	The imagine the Impact focus is scholarships, professorships and program support. Half of the Allen's gift will support the Jessica Allen Terri Scholarship for Women in Math and Science, an endowment in honor of their daughter.
277	UNI rededicates Gilchrist Hall Public Relations News Release 2008:134, p.1	10/10/2008	In 1961, building began on what is now Gilchrist Hall under the name New Administration Building. An Addition was built in 1967. In October 1975, the New Administration Building was renamed Gilchrist Hall in honor of James Cleland Gilchrist.
278	College Hill Partnership to benefit area Northern Iowan 105:11, p.3	10/07/2008	New street construction is the first step in a complete face lift for the College Hill District; photo.
279	Homecoming 2008 Northern Iowan 105:11, p.12	10/07/2008	Themes of past Homecoming events, 2007 facts, food drive, and last year's sell-out football crowd remembered; photo.
280	Sustainability Council takes action Northern Iowan 105:11, p.3	10/07/2008	President Allen has formed a sustainability council; hopes to bring a "go green" concept to the university.
281	Dalai Lama to visit UNI Northern Iowan 105:10, p.4	10/03/2008	President Allen's announcement of the acceptance of an invitation to visit UNI by the Dalai Lama. Announcement met with mixed reactions; photo.
282	1976 Olympian champion John Naber to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2008:117, p.1	10/03/2008	The University will host the Fourth Annual Pursuing Victory With Honor Summit. Student athletes, coaches and administrators will learn about the importance of the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, and caring.
283	Newly remodeled Russell Hall has rededication ceremony Northern Iowan 105:9, p.3	09/30/2008	The School of Music celebrated the reopening of Russell Hall. A large crowd of faculty, staff, students, and alumni packed the auditorium; photo.
284	Grants benefit education Northern Iowan 105:7, p.3	09/23/2008	The Iowa Mathematics and Science Education Partnership awarded thirteen grants to aid programs that encourage students to be involved in math and science activities.
285	UNI School of Music rededicates newly renovated Russell Hall, Sept. 26 Public Relations News Release 2008:85, p.1	09/18/2008	Music is the theme of the weekend as the School of Music rededicates Russell Hall, the newly renovated music hall. The building is named in honor of Myron Russell, former professor for 44 years, and head of the former Department of Music for 21 years.
286	UNI prepares to host the Dalai Lama for celebration of education Public Relations News Release 2008:78, p.1	09/16/2008	"It is a great honor to have the Dalai Lama accept our invitation to spend time on campus and share his views on the educational values shared by him and UNI." The Dalai Lama is the head of state and the spiritual leader of tibet.
287	UNI Sustainability Council named Public Relations News Release 2008:76, p.1	09/16/2008	President Allen has established a Sustainability Council to lead the university in reducing its carbon footprint and promoting lifelong, energy-conscious behaviors and techniques. "We must promote good stewardship of resources."
288	UNI and Iowa Valley Community College District announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2008:72, p.1	09/12/2008	"UNI has a long history of working with Iowa's community colleges, which play an important role in providing higher education to Iowans. This new connection to the Iowa Valley Community College District gives students a direct link to UNI."
289	Math educators receive scholarships for UNI masters program Public Relations News Release 2008:69, p.1	09/11/2008	Two students in the Math for the Middle Grades master's program were awarded scholarships from the FINA Foundation (first in the Nation in Education), receiving $1,000 each.
290	Fall enrollment at University of Northern Iowa shows increase Public Relations News Release 2008:60, p.1	09/10/2008	Officials report an increase of 2.4 percent in the number of students enrolled for the 2008 semester over the number enrolled one year ago, resulting in an official fall enrollment of 12,908.
291	Panther Portraits: Maucker Union Northern Iowan 105:3, p.2	09/09/2008	Scenes from the Volunteer Fair and the Bash with Ben; photo.
292	Transferring made easier Northern Iowan 105:3, p.1	09/09/2008	Admissions Partnership Program allows Hawkeye Community College and Northern Iowa Community College students, who sign up to transfer, will be guaranteed admission to UNI, be able to graduate in four years, and have access to campus resources.
293	UNI and Des Moines Area Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2008:48, p.1	09/05/2008	This new connection to DMACC gives students a direct link to UNI from the day they sign up for the Admissions Partnership Program, and we believe it will make earning a bachelor's degree a reality for more and more Iowans."
294	Photo opportunity: Students, faculty, staff join Ben and Pat Allen for third-annual Bash with Ben Public Relations News Release 2008:35, p.1	09/02/2008	President Ben Allen and his wife, Pat Allen, along with Student Government President Pernell Cezar and new Athletic Director Troy Dannen will join hundreds of students, faculty and staff for a picnic lunch and fall celebration on the Campanile Plaza.
295	UNI will host political science conference Public Relations News Release 2008:33, p.1	08/29/2008	The 11th Annual Great Plains Political Science Association Conference to be held on Saturday. The association was created in 1997 to promote the study of political science and public affairs. It is interested in supporting academic study of these topics.
296	The Northern Iowan welcomes you Northern Iowan 105:1, p.1	08/29/2008	Photos from opening week of classes; photo.
297	For 12th consecutive year, UNI ranked second on "U. S. News & World Report" list Public Relations News Release 2008:26, p.1	08/22/2008	The University is ranked second in the "Best Midwest Universities -- Master's" category for public universities, according to the guidebook. The magazine's ranking criteria include peer assessment, academic reputation, retention, and more.
298	Statement from UNI President Benjamin Allen regarding the Amethyst Initiative Public Relations News Release 2008:21, p.1	08/20/2008	The University applauds all efforts to address the perennial problem of underage alcohol use and the related problem of bings drinking. However, I don't plan to sign the Amethyst Initiative's Presidential Statement at this time.
299	UNI classes begin Monday, Aug. 25; 'Panther Fest' offers variety of activities Public Relations News Release 2008:15, p.1	08/15/2008	The welcome week festival will kick off Thursday in the McLeod Center south lawn with a Panther Picnic. There will be free food for the first 1,000 students, outdoor games and music.
300	UNI and Northeast Iowa Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program Public Relations News Release 2008:13, p.1	08/15/2008	President Ben Allen and Northeast Iowa Community College President Penelope Wills signed the Admissions Partnership Program agreement, which will go into effect this fall.