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101	Regents discuss audits and faculty resignations Northern Iowan 110:35, p.1	02/10/2014	Student organizations, intramurals, and sports clubs at UNI are being audited to make sure they are operating as they should. President Ruud is confident the audit will help the university's organizations.
102	Revised student assessment instrument will come in spring Northern Iowan 110:34, p.1	02/06/2014	A committee has been formed to revise the assessment form that allows students to evaluate their professors each semester. The pilot of the new assessment will be tested this semester. It is important for professors to receive student feedback.
103	Sen. Hatch starts new campaign Northern Iowan 110:34, p.1	02/06/2014	As re-election season comes closer, Senator Jack Hatch has joined the race for governor. He believes that there needs to be more focus on funding for higher education. He supports Branstad's initiatives to help veterans, and wants to expand them.
104	French minor could return to UNI Northern Iowan 110:33, p.1	02/03/2014	In 2012, UNI closed its French program. However, a new minor, Interdisciplinary Language Studies, Minor: French is awaiting approval. The department is currently advertising the new minor on their website to recruit new students.
105	Branstad's budget hits UNI issues Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1	01/16/2014	UNI will receive an extra $8 million for the next two fiscal years, if Governor Branstad's 2015 budget is passed. This is not as much as UNI requested. Branstad also requested $32.9 million to renovate Schindler Education Center; photo.
106	Board of Regents includes three alumni Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.31	01/01/2014	Katie Mulholland, Larry McKibben and Subhash Sahai currently serve on the Board of Regents; photo.
107	Discussion of new education center continues Northern Iowan 110:25, p.1	11/22/2013	During the Iowa Board of Regents' upcoming meeting, the board plans to bring up professional development assignments for UNI faculty and an update on the Iowa Research and Development Center for Educational Transformation at UNI.
108	Read up and get educated about UNI Northern Iowan 110:24, p.4	11/19/2013	The editorial staff of the Northern Iowan urge students to educate themselves on current events and legislation regarding UNI. By being active members of the UNI community students will be better able to voice their opinions.
109	UNI requests more funding for athletics from students: Athletics hopes to reduce reliance on general fund Northern Iowan 110:20, p.1	11/05/2013	UNI is requesting the approval of the Board of Regents in raising the student services fee by $25. This would allow the athletic department to reduce their reliance on the general education fund.
110	Regents approve education center Northern Iowan 110:18, p.1	10/29/2013	The Iowa Board of Regents approved plans to open a new education center, "The Center for Educational Transformation" at the University of Northern Iowa. The center will replace Malcolm Price Laboratory.
111	Regents will discuss tuition and fees Northern Iowan 110:15, p.5	10/18/2013	The Iowa Board of Regents will meet at UNI to discuss funding for the 2014-15 fiscal year. The Regents are considering an increase in funding, which would freeze the tuition rate. UNI is requesting approval for a Center for Educational Transformation.
112	Board of Regents notice of public hearing schedule Public Relations News Release 2013:92, p.1	10/15/2013	Public hearings will be held at each of the Board of Regents five institutions prior to each Board of Regents meeting. The public hearing at UNI is scheduled for Thursday, October 17.
113	Saying goodbye to Baker Hall Northern Iowan 110:14, p.1	10/15/2013	The cost that it would take to renovate Baker Hall is about the same as it will be to build a whole new building. On October 12, UNI said goodbye to Baker Hall. A demolition date has not been confirmed; photo.
114	UNI professors, United Faculty win case against BOR Northern Iowan 110:13, p.3	10/11/2013	United Faculty, the UNI Iowa professors' faculty union, announced that a state district court ruled that the Iowa Board of Regents must negotiate faculty job buyouts with the union.
115	Ruud joins UNI ass 10th president Northern Iowan 110:12, p.1	10/08/2013	William Ruud was formally welcomed as the 10th president of UNI. Many students, faculty, and alumni attended the event; photo.
116	Tuition freeze could occur again Northern Iowan 110:11, p.1	10/04/2013	The Board of Regents announced they are supporting another tuition freeze. Student-body president, Tom Madsen, and vice-president, Blake Findley, will go to Des Moines in January to lobby for UNI in the legislature; photo.
117	An open letter to UNI President William Ruud Northern Iowan 110:10, p.3	10/01/2013	Linh Ta talks about the installation of President Ruud. Expresses concern about the different issues UNI is currently facing. Encourages President Ruud to remember his goals, aspirations, and commitment to serving the UNI community.
118	Student assessment mandate goes into effect Northern Iowan 110:7, p.2	09/20/2013	Beginning this fall, classrooms with more than 300 students will assess student learning as required by a state mandate.
119	BOR approves big-ticket items Northern Iowan 110:5, p.1	09/13/2013	UNI's official enrollment this year reached 12,159 students. This number is higher than predicted, but lower than last fall's enrollment. At the Board of Regents meeting UNI requested $10 million to help with renovations to Schindler Education Center.
120	The BOR will discuss big UNI items at meeting Northern Iowan 110:4, p.1	09/10/2013	UNI is requesting approximately $10 million from the Iowa Board of Regents. The university is hoping that this amount will be awarded yearly to UNI. This money would allow UNI to freeze tuition rates and renovate Schindler Education Center.
121	Faculty evaluations suspended Northern Iowan 110:2, p.1	08/30/2013	Student evaluations of professors will not affect tenure or salary of their professors this year, because the faculty and administration did not get a new evaluation process prepared and approved in time.
122	Redeker Center gets face lift Northern Iowan 110:2, p.2	08/30/2013	The renovations to the Redeker Center were completed just in time for the new school year. About $5.5 million was spent on the renovations. More seating was added to the Redeker Center, and Biscotti's was also expanded; photo.
123	Ruud discusses enrollment plans Northern Iowan 110:1, p.1	08/22/2013	Enrollment at the University of Northern Iowa is decreasing. President Ruud is investigating a tuition advantage program for bordering states. There are also plans for three open house Saturdays during football season, complete with free tickets.
124	UNI audited for errors in bookkeeping Northern Iowan 109:59, p.1	07/19/2013	The University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and the Iowa Board of Regents were all audited this year by the Office of Auditor of State. Article explains citations while UNI provides explanations. Any changes to procedure will be implemented.
125	Board set to review student service fees Northern Iowan 109:52, p.1	04/26/2013	The Board of Regents had their annual vote regarding changes to student service fees. Former NISG president, Jordan Bancroft-Smithe plans on publishing the allocations of these funds in the near future so students can be aware of the process.
126	Local legislators give update on issues at Iowa Capitol Northern Iowan 109:51, p.1	04/23/2013	Legislators met at UNI to discuss funding for higher education and health care reform. There may be a 2.6 percent increase in funding from the state for the three Iowa public universities; photo.
127	Branstad's BOR nominees rejected Northern Iowan 109:48, p.1	04/12/2013	Governor Branstad's appointment of Craig Lang and Robert Cramer to the Iowa Board of Regents was rejected by the Iowa Senate. Mr. Lang currently serves as the president of the Board of Regents.
128	BOR proposes increase in funding for UNI Northern Iowan 109:40, p.1	03/05/2013	The Board of Regents discussed changes in the funding for the three universities in Iowa. They are talking about giving more funding to UNI, because more than ninety percent of UNI's students are from Iowa.
129	Board of Regents and UNI faculty union reach collective bargaining agreement Public Relations News Release 2012:210, p.1	02/22/2013	The Board of Regents and United Faculty Union reached an agreement on a new tow-year collective-bargaining agreement.
130	The process of picking UNI's next president Northern Iowan 109:35, p.4	02/15/2013	Student body president thanks all of the students who were actively involved in UNI's search for a new president. There is also a brief overview of the process the committee went through while looking for a new president.
131	Ruud named UNI president Northern Iowan 109:34, p.1	02/12/2013	Iowa Board of Regents voted unanimously for William Ruud to become the tenth president of UNI. Dean Moussavi commented that President Ruud will bring years of experience to UNI; photo.
132	AAUP releases report on cuts Northern Iowan 109:33, p.1	02/08/2013	The report addressed five "issues of concern". According to the report, several faculty members expressed a lack of trust in President Allen's administration that started before the events of 2012; photo
133	UNI Presidential Search and Screen Committee meeting notice Public Relations News Release 2012:191, p.1	02/05/2013	The UNI Presidential Search and Screen Committee will meet to discuss the presidential election.
134	UNI Presidential Search and Screen Committee meeting notice Public Relations News Release 2012:171, p.1	01/10/2013	The UNI Presidential Search and Screen Committee will be interviewing candidates.
135	UNI Presidential Search and Screen Committee meeting notice Public Relations News Release 2012:191, p.1	12/10/2012	UNI's Presidential Search and Screen Committee will host a conference call.
136	BOR approval of tuition freeze contingent on state funding Northern Iowan 109:27, p.1	12/07/2012	Board of Regents voted in support of tuition freeze for 2014 contingent upon Iowa legislators' decision to provide additional funding for state universities. UNI Tuition and Fees would remain $6,648 for undergraduate students.
137	UNI staff members receive 2012 Regents Excellence Awards Public Relations News Release 2012:139, p.1	11/15/2012	Four University of Northern Iowa staff members receive Staff Excellence Awards from Board of Regents, State of Iowa. Staff include Tim Bakula, Ken Bauer, Rosanne L. Lang, and Lyn Redington.
138	BOR supports tuition freeze, approves end of tuition set-aside Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1	10/30/2012	Board of Regents discusses tuition rates and financial aid programs for Iowa universities. NISG President disagrees with proposed tuition freeze.
139	NISG votes against resolution supporting tuition freeze Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1	10/30/2012	Board of Regents held a meeting to discuss risk in supporting tuition freeze. Concerns raised regarding whether or not UNI would get additional financial assistance.
140	BOR proposes replacing tuition set-aside program Northern Iowan 109:10, p.1	09/28/2012	Reduction in tuition possible with a new $40 million state funded financial aid program for students. Board of Regents to vote on full plan during their October meeting.
141	BOR president proposes in-state tuition freeze Northern Iowan 109:9, p.1	09/25/2012	Proposed tuition freeze for in-state students. A request was also made for an increase to the general fund for regents universities by 2.6 percent, with an additional $4 million for UNI. The tuition freeze may make complications for UNI; photo.
142	Renovations to President's House approved by BOR Northern Iowan 109:9, p.1	09/25/2012	Renovations to President's House totaling $450,000 approved. The building was constructed in early 1908 to accommodate President Homer Seerley and family. Numerous renovations have been made to the house over the years; photo.
143	Forum held to seek input on search for new UNI president Northern Iowan 109:8, p.1	09/21/2012	Board of Regents sponsored the forum. Faculty, staff, students, and community members were asked for their ideas on the qualities needed in the new president; photo.
144	Presidential search committee approved Northern Iowan 109:7, p.1	09/18/2012	Board of Regents appoints twenty-one members; roster of committee members.
145	Student input needed on source of athletic funding Northern Iowan 109:7, p.4	09/18/2012	Removing athletics funds from the general fund has been the goal of many over the years. A proposed gradual increase in student fees until 2020 would support athletics. Tuition and fees proposal due to Board of Regents on October 1, 2012.
146	A look into the UNI Faculty Senate Northern Iowan 109:6, p.1	09/14/2012	The role of the Faculty Senate examined: what does the senate do, how was it created, and what is the chair of the faculty senate. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend senate meetings.
147	CME to host sixth annual book club Northern Iowan 109:6, p.7	09/14/2012	A diverse group of books will be available for members. Books offer a great and simple way for people to experience a culture.
148	From the president's desk Northern Iowan 109:4, p.4	09/07/2012	Student body president updates faculty, staff, and students on his activities during the summer and the first weeks of the fall semester.
149	Presidential search committee accepting nominations Northern Iowan 109:3, p.1	08/31/2012	Board of Regents looking for three representatives from the public for service on the University of Northern Iowa presidential search and screening committee. Nominations are due by September 5; photo.
150	Board drops complaint against Rastetter Northern Iowan 109:2, p.1	08/28/2012	The ethics complaint filed by the Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement against Bruce Rastetter was dropped by the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board. The complaint grew from Rastetter's involvement with a project in Tanzania; photo.
151	Judge says Regents can close Price Lab Northern Iowan 109:1, p.6	08/24/2012	Following the recommendation of President Allen, the Board of Regents voted to close Price Laboratory School. Supporters filed a lawsuit. That suit has been denied; photo.
152	UNI President Allen to retire before July 1, 2013 Northern Iowan 109:1, p.1	08/24/2012	Health problems as well as the desire to spend more time with family prompted President Allen to announce his retirement plans. The Allens plan to do some traveling. President Allen also plans to do some writing on challenges to education.
153	Allen announces retiremnt from University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2012:14, p.1	08/03/2012	Benjamin Allen announced July 1, 2013 as his retirement date. He has been president for six years.
154	Judge says Regents can close Price Lab Northern Iowan 109:1, p.6	06/29/2012	The judge stated that no matter what his ruling; the other side of the lawsuit would appeal. The hearing took place less than two weeks prior to the closing date for Price Lab School; photo.
155	Former professors give millions to UNI Northern Iowan 108:55, p.1	06/08/2012	Former Dean of the College of Business, Robert Waller, and former mathematics professor, Bonnie Litwiller, make large gifts to the university; photo.
156	UNI updates BOR on Price Lab closure Northern Iowan 108:54, p.1	04/27/2012	Dean of the College of Education Dwight Watson discussed the placement of Level II education students. The use of block scheduling for eight weeks will aid in coordinating activities with local schools; photo.
157	Dannen: athletics funding model outdated Northern Iowan 108:53, p.1	04/24/2012	Athletics director agrees that the transfer of funds from the general fund to athletics is too high. He is suggesting a switch to funding from student fees. This concept has been used for several years by other universities; photo.
158	What are unrestricted net assets? Northern Iowan 108:52, p.1	04/20/2012	Howard Bunsis suggested in a lecture that the university should use funding from unrestricted net assets to cover the current deficit. Michael Hager points out that these assets are reserved for health insurance, parking, and other commitments; photo.
159	The philosophy of faculty cuts Northern Iowan 108:51, p.5	04/17/2012	Thoughts on the proposed cuts to the Department of Philosophy and World Religions. The department will be cut in half. The professors teach more than half of the humanities courses.
160	Faculty to 'retool' programs Northern Iowan 108:49, p.1	04/10/2012	Since the announcement of a reduction in some academic programs and the elimination of others, faculty members are evaluating options to serve students still interested in the areas. Some see it as an opportunity to make education better; photo.
161	Lawsuit contests BOR's decision to close Price Lab Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.1	04/06/2012	The question of who has the power to close Price Lab is the basis for a lawsuit filed in district court. The suit was filed on behalf of thirty-seven community members, parents, and educators; photo.
162	Students hit the road for Iowa's universities Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.1	04/06/2012	Student led, nine stop tour of Iowa, shares the value of the state universities with Iowans. The tour kicked off with a rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds; photo.
163	Faculty, students respond to closure of science programs Northern Iowan 108:47, p.1	04/03/2012	Several science program degree programs will be lost due to the budget crisis. According to Ken De Nault, two of the four geology faculty members may be lost. Courses in these areas will be available next year.
164	My take on the future of Panther athletics Northern Iowan 108:46, p.8	03/30/2012	Author shares his thoughts on athletics in light of the upcoming budget cuts. The athletics department continues to lose money and will be forced to make cuts; photo.
165	Students, faculty speak out on world language program closures Northern Iowan 108:46, p.1	03/30/2012	World language and culture degrees will include only a Spanish B. A. and a Spanish Teaching B. A. French, German, and Russian were dropped due to budget constraints.
166	'Funeral' held to protest academic program cuts Northern Iowan 108:45, p.1	03/27/2012	Students United for Academics sponsored the march. The march began at Seerley Hall and made its way to the Campanile to remember Price Laboratory School; photo.
167	House panel votes to freeze tuition Northern Iowan 108:45, p.1	03/27/2012	Iowa House Appropriations Committee passed a bill, along party lines, that would potentially cut $31 million from Iowa's public universities next year. The bill would also freeze tuition; allowing no way to recover the lost funding.
168	AAUP investigation could lead to censure Northern Iowan 108:44, p.3	03/23/2012	The American Association of University Professors is planning to investigate the procedures used to determine program cuts. Responses by President Allen, to date, have not convinced the group of the University's good intentions to comply.
169	Allen discusses transition from closure of Price Lab Northern Iowan 108:44, p.3	03/23/2012	A transition team has been formed to deal with the changes with present K-12 students attending Price Lab. The team will also address a new model for clinical experiences for teacher education students and a new R & D model.
170	Board of Regents approves academic program changes Northern Iowan 108:44, p.1	03/23/2012	Due to budget cuts of over twenty-four million dollars in recent years and facing a nearly five million dollar shortfall, Price Lab School and the University Museum will be closing along with fifty-eight academic programs; photo.
171	Fields of opportunities cut; students' educational harvest harmed Northern Iowan 108:44, p.6	03/23/2012	UNI's approach to balancing the budget questioned. Suggestions made for better communication among administration, faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
172	Letter to the Editor Northern Iowan 108:44, p.5	03/23/2012	Professor Clohesy questions the program cuts and the decision making process. Searching for answers as to how these cuts will make UNI academically stronger.
173	A letter from physics alumni Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4	03/09/2012	The proposed elimination of the B. S. in physics is challenged by fifteen alumni of the program. They urge President Allen to focus on improving the number of students before eliminating the program.
174	Students hold peaceful protest of potential academic cuts Northern Iowan 108:43, p.2	03/09/2012	Students study in Seerley Hall. The Study Vigil lasted 24 hours a day for a week. Students were protesting the proposed cuts in academic courses; photo.
175	An open letter to UNI students Northern Iowan 108:42, p.4	03/06/2012	Professor Reineke states respect for President Allen and Provost Gibson, but is concerned about the proposed elimination of academic programs.
176	Letter to the Editor Northern Iowan 108:42, p.12	03/06/2012	Writer critical of the lack of democratic process in the changes proposed to address the budget deficit. Better communication is needed in these trying times.
177	Danielson, community discuss cuts Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1	03/02/2012	Elected officials hear responses from the community about the closing of Price Lab School. The community was strongly in favor of keeping the school; photo.
178	Ed faculty votes no confidence in Allen Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1	03/02/2012	The process, data, communication, people consulted, and the closing of Price Lab School all contributed to the vote of no confidence. The Faculty Senate will also receive a motion for consideration.
179	Regents approve Price Lab closure Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1	03/02/2012	President Allen's recommendation to close Price Lab School on June 30, 2012, has been approved by the Board of Regents. The state legislature is the next step in the closure; photo.
180	Hundreds march to keep Price Lab open Northern Iowan 108:40, p.1	02/28/2012	Students, parents, faculty, and community members marched from Price Laboratory School to Schindler Education Center. The event was organized to send a message to President Allen, the Board of Regents, the legislature, and the Governor; photo.
181	UNI announces first round of cuts, eyes others Northern Iowan 108:40, p.1	02/28/2012	Museum, print services, and Price Lab School are slated to close. The Department of Public Safety and low enrollment academic programs are under review; photo.
182	Budget talks require communication, not blame Northern Iowan 108:39, p.4	02/24/2012	Communication among the administration, faculty, students, and the Cedar Valley is needed during this time of restructuring. People need to know what the plans are for the future. More input has been requested by several parties.
183	Faculty senate discusses potential academic cuts Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1	02/24/2012	Members express concerns about general funds being transferred to nonacademic departments. Several faculty members seed that the budget process seemed to be top down, with little input from the bottom up.
184	President Allen to recommend closing Price Lab School Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1	02/24/2012	Budget woes at the university have caused the President to call for the closure the Laboratory School. The museum will also close and academic programs will be cut; photo.
185	Cuts possible for upcoming school year Northern Iowan 108:38, p.1	02/21/2012	President Ben Allen announced that declining support from the Iowa Legislature may cause cuts in funding to Price Laboratory School, UNI Museum, Panther athletics, and academic programs; photo.
186	Board of Regents approves schematic designs for Redeker Center expansion Northern Iowan 108:36, p.1	02/14/2012	Department of Residence is hoping that the design phase for the Redeker expansion is completed by late April. Planning is under way to inconvenience students as little as possible.
187	Beck says possibility of $12 million for UNI is slim Northern Iowan 108:34, p.3	02/07/2012	Governor Branstad's budget has twenty million dollars extra for public universities. UNI will get a portion of that money, but significantly less than the twelve million anticipated.
188	Speak up on behalf of your university Northern Iowan 108:32, p.4	01/31/2012	Believes that students, parents, grandparents, and the general population need to let their voices be heard in Des Moines and Washington, D. C. concerning the ever increasing costs of education.
189	DOR eyes Redeker expansion Northern Iowan 108:29, p.1	01/20/2012	With the addition of Panther Village, the dining facilities in Redeker Center need to be enlarged to handle additional students; photo.
190	Additional UNI funding a distinct possibility Northern Iowan 108:28, p.1	01/13/2012	The legislature will consider a $12 million, three year funding request for the university. This request has been approved by the Board of Regents. This would help with an anticipated shortfall in funding.
191	Tuition: enough is enough Northern Iowan 108:28, p.4	01/13/2012	Students, faculty, staff, and parents urged to contact their local legislators and ensure that voices are heard concerning the never ending increases in the cost of education.
192	Maucker Union ballrooms undergoing construction Northern Iowan 108:24, p.1	11/18/2011	A $1 million dollar renovation of the ballrooms is due to be completed by the middle of March 2012. The sound system, ceiling, ventilation system, and the installation of new energy efficient lighting will be upgraded; photo.
193	Osterberg debunks economic myths Northern Iowan 108:22, p.2	11/11/2011	David Osterberg, executive director of the Iowa Policy Project, states that Iowa's recession has been less severe than the national average. He further states that the state has cut support to state universities; causing higher tuition and fees.
194	Proposed changes to LAC create controversy Northern Iowan 108:22, p.1	11/11/2011	Social sciences faculty and students are concerned about the proposed decrease in social science requirements. The proposal cuts the requirements by one third.
195	Remarks on tuition increase proposal Northern Iowan 108:19, p.4	11/01/2011	Spencer Walrath, president of the NISG, shares the comments he presented to the Board of Regents; photo.
196	Student leaders support proposed tuition increase, call for change Northern Iowan 108:19, p.1	11/01/2011	Student body presidents address the Board of Regents on ever increasing tuition costs. Students believe that we are at a turning point. The cost of education cannot continue to increase; photo.
197	NISG A snake biting its own tail Northern Iowan 108:18, p.4	10/28/2011	The debate on proposed tuition increases in the Northern Iowa Student Government senate resulted in an undesirable final resolution. Senators expressed the opinion that their input did not matter to the Board of Regents. Amendments were not debated.
198	Increasing our tuition without our permission Northern Iowan 108:17, p.4	10/25/2011	Finds it ironic that the NISG resolution supporting a 3.75% increase in tuition was still in the office; waiting to be mailed on October 24th. The Board of Regents announced on the 21st that they were proposing the same rate.
199	NISG passes tuition increase resolution Northern Iowan 108:17, p.3	10/25/2011	Discussion on a proposed bill to support a tuition increase was heated at times. There were several senators on both sides of the issue. In the end, the resolution was adopted.
200	Senate to vote on tuition increase resolution Northern Iowan 108:15, p.2	10/18/2011	Northern Iowa Student Government senate will vote to support the proposed 3.75% increase in tuition for the 2012-2013 academic year. This increase was proposed by the Board of Regents and supported by President Allen.