Budget

Displaying 101 - 150 of 761 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
101 UNI steals your money
Northern Iowan 106:39, p.3
A satirical approach to the awarding of college degrees and dealing with budget cuts.
102 Legislative update gives insight to Statehouse workings
Northern Iowan 106:38, p.1
Joe Murphy updated the campus on the progress of legislative action in Des Moines and its effects on the upcoming University budget; photo.
103 The problem with refunded tuition
Northern Iowan 106:34, p.6
The one hundred dollar surcharge students paid for the spring semester will be refunded if the Governor's budget is approved. Perhaps it would be best to continue the charge, since more cuts are anticipated for the next fiscal year.
104 State Board of Regents approved 6-percent tuition increase, voted to repeal $100 surcharge
Northern Iowan 106:34, p.1
Students will be affected by Board of Regents decisions. Tuition increase will be somewhat offset by the repeal of the surcharge imposed last semester due to the ten percent budget cut ordered by Governor Culver.
105 On the issues; NISG candidates Joel Anderson, Emma Hashman
Northern Iowan 106:33, p.3
Candidates for vice president of the student body answer questions about qualifications, concerns for the university, and their views on the tuition surcharge and faculty and staff furloughs; photo.
106 Allen meets with merit staff
Northern Iowan 106:32, p.1
President Allen presented an update to the Merit staff on how the current economic situation is affecting the university. Two meetings were held to allow members from different shifts to attend; photo.
107 United Faculty accepts $520,000 in pay cuts in exchange for no layoffs
Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.1
There will be no layoffs of faculty in this fiscal year, thanks to an agreement between the Board of Regents and United Faculty. Salaries will be adjusted downward; much like a progressive tax.
108 United Faculty votes to receive salary cut
Northern Iowan 2008:28, p.1
United Faculty has accepted a Memorandum of Understanding reached with the Board of Regents. The agreement will end on June 30, 2010. A salary reduction was deemed a fair way to address the needed reduction in expenditures; photo.
109 university of Northern Iowa staff face potential furloughs
Northern Iowan 106:24, p.1
The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees and the State Police Officers Council have decided to work with Governor Culver by taking five days off without pay. The vote is to be completed by November 25.
110 Gibson on budget cuts: "Not all questions can be answered"
Northern Iowan 106:24, p.1
Provost Gibson and Vice-President for Student Affairs Terrence Hogan addressed the budget situation during a town hall meeting sponsored by the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
111 We all might (literally) pay for our indifference
Northern Iowan 106:23, p.8
The end results of budget cuts are increased class sizes, possible condensing of material taught, and less interaction with professors. Information on the budget problems are posted and student input is desired. Let your voices be heard.
112 Faculty requires other cuts before furloughs
Northern Iowan 106:23, p.1
Eighty-eight per cent of the faculty union members surveyed opposed the idea of furloughs unless similar cuts are made in programs including athletics, Gallagher-Bluedorn, and the Wellness Center; photo.
113 UNI faculty considers furloughs
Northern Iowan 106:22, p.1
Survey of faculty members shows that faculty are open to a number of solutions to resolve the current budget crisis. United Faculty met with Board of Regents to negotiate a deal to enact cost savings.
114 NISG analyzes UNI's budget situation
Northern Iowan 106:21, p.1
Budget cuts and proposed changes in the liberal arts core are topics to be discussed during town hall meetings sponsored by Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
115 Northern Iowa Student Government hosts town hall meetings to communicate with students
Northern Iowan 106:21, p.3
Members of the UNI administration will attend town hall meetings to answer student questions. The current budget situation, a one hundred dollar surcharge, and proposed tuition increase will be discussed.
116 What we want to see during budget cuts
Northern Iowan 106:21, p.7
Budget cuts should include a transparent process, student input, efficient use of funds, and consideration of all costs involved with a program. Students need to contact the President, Provost, and student government.
117 What we want to see during budget cuts
Northern Iowan 106:20, p.5
Student input is needed during the current budget discussion. They will be affected immediately by potential program cuts, reallocation of student fees, and potential cuts in service.
118 Board of Regents approves UNI's budget plan
Northern Iowan 106:19, p.1

Governor Chet Culver's ten per cent across the board budget cut trickled down to a UNI share of $8.9 million dollars. A $100 surcharge on tuition for spring, days off without pay, and reducing retirement contributions have been approved; photo.

119 Students speak about budget situation
Northern Iowan 106:18, p.1
Baker Hall demolition, shorter semesters, tuition surcharge, and layoffs draw the attention of students. Opinions vary and emotions run high.
120 UNI President encourages campus to work strong, hard, together in light of budget cuts
Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1
Cutting $8.8 million from the 2010 university budget will not be easy. There are several alternatives, each having a down side. President Allen will visit with groups on and off campus for input.
121 NISG opposes high tuition increases, prepares for Green Week
Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1
Adam Haselhuhn feels that the state is increasingly placing the burden of public higher education on the backs of the students. A tuition raise of over three and a half percent is not acceptable to NISG. Green Week focuses on the environment.
122 NISG president speaks out against budget cuts
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.1
Disappointed about the lack of support for education by Governor Culver during the most recent budget cut. State support for UNI has decreased over twenty-three percent since the beginning of fiscal year 2009.
123 Regents discuss budget reductions
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.1
The ten per cent reduction in the state's fiscal 2010 budget was the topic of the Board of Regents meeting. Continued access to public universities and the need to continue high quality education were re-enforced.
124 New budget reductions coming
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.1
President Benjamin Allen announced Governor Culver's decision to cut the budget across the board by ten per cent. Difficult decisions will have to be made for fiscal year 2010.
125 UNI President Benjamin Allen prepares university for change, challenges
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.1
Faced with an eight per cent reduction in state funding, President Allen stated that changes are definitely ahead. We can address change intentionally or changes will be imposed upon us. It is far better that we adapt ourselves; photo.
126 Increased student enrollment challenges Admissions, DOR and UNI as a whole
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.4
Budget cuts and increasing enrollment have led to increased class size and an increased demand for dormitory space. Temporary housing has been set up in lounges in the Towers and Quads; photo.
127 A yearly checkup
Northern Iowan 106:4, p.6
UNI challenged to put University back into its name by supporting academics first and reducing the emphasis placed on athletics. Budget restrictions have caused larger class sizes, reduced financial aid, and freezes on professors' salaries.
128 Administration aims to keep priorities at forefront during tough economic times
Northern Iowan 106:3, p.1
Federal stimulus money lessened the cuts in state budget monies for just one year. The budget for fiscal 2011 is unclear. Expanding diversity, a strong undergraduate program, K-12 education program, and aiding the state are goals.
129 Iowa Public Radio eliminates nine positions
Northern Iowan 106:2, p.3
A reorganization plan and a decline in support from state university funding lead to the loss of jobs. Bob Dorr, the late night host, is among those losing their jobs.
130 Budget cuts cause reduction in student employment
Northern Iowan 105:56, p.1

Major reduction in the general fund budget results in not filling vacant positions, an early retirement program, not rehiring adjunct instructors, and a reduction in student employment opportunities; photo.

131 We're not perfect
Northern Iowan 105:50, p.3
Northern Iowan staff welcomes constructive, relevant criticism; admits to not being perfect. Staff states budgetary constraints; including loss of advertising dollars due to the economy.
132 Orchesis dances off budget cuts
Northern Iowan 105:47, p.9
In spite of the rumor of being a victim of budget cuts, Orchesis is here to stay; photo.
133 President Allen's budget notice
Northern Iowan 105:33, p.3
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.
134 Quiet robbery
Northern Iowan 105:32, p.7
Questions spending priorities for the University of Northern Iowa; especially the transfer of funds from the general fund to Maucker Union, Gallagher-Bluedorn, athletics, and the Student Health Clinic.
135 Talk discusses economic crisis
Northern Iowan 105:26, p.2
Professor Frank Thompson speaks at University Book and Supply panel; offers opinions on current economic problems; notes large expenditures for athletics that might well have benefited general education and instruction; photo.
136 Board of Regents to meet June 20, 21 and 22
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Meetings will take place at Iowa State University and at the Lakeside Laboratory in Okoboji; discussion topics listed.
137 Board of Regents to meet May 3 and 4
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Regents will meet at UNI; list of topic discussions including mandatory fees, parking fees, and budget issues.
138 Money Matter$: House approves funds
Northern Iowan 102:52, p.3
Iowa House approved $40 million for improvements at state universities.
139 More budget cuts for Iowa
Northern Iowan 102:51, p.3
University awaits the announcement of the budget. Current estimates from the statehouse don't look good for Iowa's public universities.
140 Legislators on campus
Northern Iowan 102:46, p.1
Legislators talk about funding of education.
141 Koob rejects job offer to keep money in budget
Northern Iowan 102:41, p.1
Robert Koob turns down job with the Regents to help UNI with budget problems.
142 Another budget cut for UNI
Northern Iowan 102:38, p.1
Requests for increased funding for the Regent universities have not been met; much smaller increase proposed.
143 Education falling behind 'budget cuts'
Northern Iowan 102:5, p.10
Professor Rochette-Crawley hopes to bring awareness to students of the university's actions of replacing professors with adjunct instructors or graduate students.
144 Welcome back
Northern Iowan 102:1, p.1
Letter from President Koob talks about exciting things happening at UNI; photo.
145 Board of Regents to meet August 3 and 4
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
List of topics to be discussed at Regents' meeting including people to contact about the issues.
146 Board of Regents to meet June 13 and 14
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Schedule of topics that will be discussed at the meeting.
147 Panel says budget cuts limit UNI students
Northern Iowan 101:51, p.1
Panel members give their viewpoints of the university's budget cuts and what effects they have had on the university.
148 Intramural sports may carry a price tag in the future
Northern Iowan 101:51, p.3
WRC staff is proposing a twenty dollar fee per student to cover intramural sports costs.
149 NISG hammers out budget, deals cuts
Northern Iowan 101:51, p.1
Lists the amounts of money that were awarded to various student organizations.
150 Board of Regents to meet at Iowa State University March 14 and 15
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Regents will discuss fees, room and board, parking rates, investments, and the proposed Human Performance Complex.