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Auditorium (Proposed Fine Arts Facility)

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1 Services extending beyond the campus: Extension Service; Continuing Education; the church; the UNI Foundation
Lang--William C. (Vice President; History Faculty)
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.359
7/1/1995 Extension services designed to meet needs of growing enrollment; efforts in radio and television; a brief history of the last years of the CHIC; early efforts of the UNI Foundation; photo.
2 The University of Northern Iowa Foundation launches a capital fund drive
Lang--William C. (Vice President; History Faculty)
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.463
7/1/1995 Detailed account of raising money for the Dome; controversy about funding the Dome before and instead of the fine arts auditorium; early events in the Dome; photo.
3 Curris tells faculty to move ahead despite budgetary crisis
Allan--Matt
Northern Iowan 88:4, p.1
9/13/1991 President Curris outlines views and courses of action in light of reduced funding.
4 Annual spring folk dance concerts set for April at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1989:532, p.1
4/4/1990 The Folk Ensemble presents the Spring Folk Dance Festival in West Gymnasium and the Auditorium Building. The Folk Ensemble Is sponsored by the School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, as well as the Northern Iowan Student Government.
5 University of Northern Iowa Gospel Choir to present spring concert Friday (March 30)
Public Relations News Release 1989:480, p.1
3/22/1990 Charlsetta Dawson directs the Gospel Choir's spring concert in the UNI Auditorium. Timothy Tate, Cheryl Ostby, Kim Love, and Carmen Charles perform an a capella medley. Choir members listed.
6 Site options listed for new facility
Stickfort--Patty
Northern Iowan 85:36, p.1
2/10/1989 Committee considers site for performing arts facility.
7 Curris names arts center committee
Northern Iowan 84:66, p.3
7/22/1988 Planning committee will describe functions of a center.
8 Annual Art Scholarship Day competition at Northern Iowa to award six high school students
Public Relations News Release 1987:345, p.1
4/5/1988 High School Art Scholarship Day is held in Kamerick Art Building, where two hundred high schoolers compete for financial aid. The event features art workshops by faculty members, a speech by photographer Holly Roberts, and the Juried Art Exhibition.
9 Create a better you' workshop planned at Northern Iowa April 11 (Monday)
Public Relations News Release 1987:338, p.1
4/1/1988 Motivational speeches by John Cassis and Pamela Hayes are held in Sabin Hall and the Auditorium. The speakers are sponsored by Omicron Delta Kappa, the University Speakers Committee, Tomahawk, and Phi Eta Sigma.
10 Board authorizes University of Northern Iowa to proceed with Bender window improvements, approves other business
Public Relations News Release 1987:323, p.1
3/24/1988 The Board of Regents approves maintenance projects for Bender and the Auditorium, as well as the destruction of a house and garage on University property to be used for additional parking. An agreement for use of the KUNI translator is made.
11 University of Northern Iowa student radio station KCRS accepting applications for management positions for next year
Public Relations News Release 1987:304, p.1
3/10/1988 Professor Jonathan Hall announces that KCRS is accepting applications for several positions, including program director, general manager, production supervisor, and chief engineer. Applications are available in Maucker Union, CAC, and the Auditorium.
12 Northern Iowa to host district individual events tournament March 11-12
Public Relations News Release 1987:302, p.1
3/9/1988 The District IV National Individual Events Tournament is held on UNI campus, featuring teams from thirty schools. Events are held in Maucker, Wright, Sabin, Seerley, McCollum, Kamerick, the Education Center, and the Communication Arts Building.
13 University of Northern Iowa Orchesis dance troupe prepares for spring show
Public Relations News Release 1987:295, p.1
3/3/1988 The Orchesis dance troupe performs ballet, jazz, tap, pointe, broadway, and modern dance for their spring show in the UNI Auditorium. All dances are choreographed by student dancers under the supervision of Cynthia Ensign. Performers are listed.
14 National tour of Broadway hit musical "Purlie" to include Northern Iowa performance Feb. 20 (Saturday)
Public Relations News Release 1987:263, p.1
2/12/1988 The Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center sponsors a staging of the award winning musical comedy "Purlie". The performance is held in the Auditorium building as a part of the University's Black History Month activities.
15 Northern Iowa Black History Month activities feature drama, music, humor, issues
Public Relations News Release 1987:235, p.1
1/26/1988 Black History Month activities begin with a candlelight ceremony held in Maucker Union. Activities continue with tribute to African American theater and a "Soul Food Dinner" in the Commons.
16 Army ROTC commissioning ceremony Saturday (Dec. 19) at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1987:184, p.1
12/18/1987 Michael D. Gergen and Michael T. Hauser receive commissions as second lieutenants by the United States Army. The ceremony is sponsored by the Department of Military Science, with Allan Stamberg acting as guest speaker.
17 UNI Orchesis Dance Troupe names new members, prepares for fall performances
Public Relations News Release 1987:104, p.1
10/27/1987 The Orchesis Dance Troupe accepts new members and prepares for their Parents' Weekend performance. Spinner McGee's hosts the "Hot to Ski" dance exhibition, sponsored by Alpine Ski and Patio. New and returning members are listed.
18 UNI ROTC to hold military ball, commissioning and awards ceremonies
Public Relations News Release 1987:349, p.1
4/29/1987 The Reserve Officer Training Corps hosts the Annual Military Ball in the commons ballroom. The achievements of cadets are recognized in the ROTC Spring Awards Ceremony in Maucker Union, and fifteen cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants.
19 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:329, p.1
4/16/1987 Prof. Janet Rives discusses how economic factors that affect job decisions. Jane Gackenbach explains lucid dreaming. Charles Francis discusses the future of farming. A speech on skin cancer and ozone depletion is held. James Doohan visits Maucker Union.
20 UNI Spring Folk Dance Concert '87 to feature international potpourri
Public Relations News Release 1987:288, p.1
3/27/1987 The Folk Dancers perform a series of dances from Israel, Romania, Hungary, Russia, Germany, and the United States for the Spring Concert '87 in the Auditorium. The event was directed by Don Allen. Includes a list of performers and their hometowns.
21 Cedar Falls native returns: Auditorium is rededicated
Moore--Lisa E. (Class of 1988)
Northern Iowan 83:20, p.9
11/4/1986 Karen Holvik performs; Howard Jones gives brief history of the Artists Series as the refurbished Auditorium opens; photo.
22 Regents name new UNI department head, other business
Public Relations News Release 1986:463, p.1
6/19/1986 Ronald Chung was appointed the new head of the Department of Home Economics; suceeds Mary Franken, who resigned to focus on family and research interests; renovation contracts were also approved.
23 Combination of music and business means new career in orchestra management
Alumnus 68:1, p.27
4/1/1984 Profile of Richard Frevert; photo.
24 Director's MedLee
Miller--Lavern M. (Lee) (Alumni Services Staff)
Alumnus 68:2, p.4
7/1/1983 Symphony Board creates study committee for performing arts auditorium.
25 Auditorium needed
Kaenzig--Fritz A. (Music Faculty)
Northern Iowan 77:11, p.2
10/7/1980 UNI needs a new auditorium.
26 New auditorium at UNI
Maltby--Craig S. (Class of 1982)
Northern Iowan 77:7, p.2
9/23/1980 UNI needs to do some research to find out the potential of a new auditorium.
27 Award-winning drama, music, dance to grace UNI artist series stage in 1980-81.
Public Relations News Release 1980:33, p.1
8/25/1980 UNI prepares for a fantastic year of shows featured on the Auditorium Stage.
28 UNI Foundation sells bonds to city, lowers UNI-Dome interest rate
UNI Century 8:2, p.1
3/1/1980 Sale of $600,000 worth of bonds will reduce and stabilize interest rate.
29 Alumni Office answering service
Alumnus 62:1, p.13
2/1/1977 Reactions to letters complaining about fund-raising tactics.
30 Can a banner year bring people back?
UNI Century 2:4, p.4
10/1/1974 Professor Howard Jones analyzes reasons for decline in attendance in Artists Series; looks forward to this season's program; photo.
31 Alumna starts $10,000 annuity
Alumnus 58:4, p.15
12/1/1973 Anna E. Hong donates money for fine arts auditorium.
32 Plans for UNI-Dome are unveiled
UNI Century 1:3, p.3
6/1/1973 Plans revealed in April news conference; 70% of UNI-Dome money pledged; plans for raising more money; Phase II will include a fine arts auditorium; Phase III will involve additions to UNI's academic resources; photo.
33 Sheriff answers UNI-Dome questions
Gibbons--Steven M. (Class of 1973)
Northern Iowan 69:53, p.1
5/8/1973 Stan Sheriff talks at length about financing, student fees, and potential uses of the Dome.
34 Davis heads national fund drive campaign
Northern Iowan 69:29, p.1
2/2/1973 Campaign plans; profile of T. Wayne Davis; photo.
35 A few words
Miller--Lavern M. (Lee) (Alumni Services Staff)
Alumnus 58:1, p.2
2/1/1973 Announces ten year $10 million fund drive for an intercollegiate athletics coliseum and a fine arts auditorium; believes UNI has lost its identity since the series of name changes.
36 The coliseum
Alumnus 58:1, p.3
2/1/1973 Sketches of proposed facility; photo.
37 New York firm to determine design and scope of new buildings
Northern Iowan 69:26, p.1
1/5/1973 Will determine what can be built with money raised in $10 million capital campaign; considering multi-purpose coliseum.
38 $10 million fund drive begins, covered coliseum is first goal
UNI Century 1:1, p.1
1/1/1973 Foundation launches fund drive in December 1972 for 12,000 seat coliseum and smaller auditorium; to be supported by private donations and student fees.
39 Class of '71 chooses project; auditoria fund established
Northern Iowan 67:40, p.7
3/19/1971
40 UNI Class of '71 Chooses Project
Public Relations News Release 1971:466, p.1
3/17/1971 The class project will be the establishment of a fund for an auditoria complex at UNI.
41 Thoreau Symposium to be Given at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:110, p.1
10/21/1970 "Thoreau Today-A Symposium on Relevancy will be presented for area students from junior high through the college level at 10 a.m. on Nov. 7 in the Auditorium.
42 UNI Artists Series to Feature Light, Classical Entertainment
Public Relations News Release 1970:11, p.1
9/11/1970 The Artists Series will feature a program ranging from musical comedy to operatic arias and from jazz dance to concert piano.
43 Behind the scenes
UNI Quarterly 1:3, p.4
4/1/1970 Extensive round-up of news on recent events.
44 Class of 1970 sets fundraising project
Public Relations News Release 1969:379, p.1
3/3/1970 The Class of 1970 has established a fund for an auditoria complex at UNI. The complex plans include a theatre, a concert hall, and a large auditorium.
45 Senior class pledges money for auditorium complex
Northern Iowan 66:39, p.1
3/3/1970 Bill Anthony describes complex of three auditoriums.
46 UNI Foundation reports to alumni
Alumnus 55:1, p.3
2/1/1970 Fund-raising feasibility study underway; $9 million project might include a large arena Dome seating 15,000, a good audio facility seating two thousand, and a drama venue seating eight hundred.
47 Present plans for auditoria
Northern Iowan 66:10, p.1
10/10/1969 Committee on Auditoria reveals plans for three units: a coliseum, a fine arts auditorium, and a theater.
48 Pledge $7000
Alumnus 54:2, p.10
5/1/1969 Class of 1969 pledges money for new auditorium.
49 Senior fund grows
Northern Iowan 65:48, p.12
4/8/1969 Over $6000 pledged for fine arts auditorium.
50 Fund drive starts
Northern Iowan 65:39, p.1
2/25/1969 Seek to raise $5000 for fine arts auditorium.

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