Board of Regents

Displaying 101 - 150 of 1135 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
101	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.
102	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.
103	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.
104	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.
105	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.
106	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.
107	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.
108	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.
109	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.
110	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.
111	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.
112	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.
113	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.
114	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.
115	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.
116	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.
117	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.
118	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.
119	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.
120	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.
121	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.
122	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.
123	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.
124	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.
125	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.
126	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.
127	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.
128	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.
129	Ruud named UNI president Northern Iowan 109:34, p.1	02/12/2013	Iowa Board of Regents voted unanimously for William Rudd to become the tenth preside of UNI. Dean Moussavi commented that President Rudd will bring years of experience to UNI; photo.
130	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
131	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.
132	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.
133	UNI Presidential Search and Screen Committee meeting notice Public Relations News Release 2012:159, p.1	12/10/2012	UNI's Presidential Search and Screen Committee will host a conference call.
134	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.
135	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.
136	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.
137	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.
138	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.
139	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.
140	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.
141	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.
142	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.
143	Presidential search committee approved Northern Iowan 109:7, p.1	09/18/2012	Board of Regents appoints twenty-one members; roster of committee members.
144	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.
145	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.
146	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.
147	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.
148	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.
149	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.
150	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.