Censorship

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Banning books: A fundamental barrier in education through literature Northern Iowan 118:40, p.3	03/07/2022	Abigail Saathoff discusses the issues with banning books in schools.
2	Senate panel increases proposed criminal penalties for 'obscene' school books Northern Iowan 118:38, p.2	02/28/2022	The Iowa Senate Judiciary Committee approved Senate File 2198, which proposes criminal penalties for educators who show "obscene" material in classrooms and school libraries; photo.
3	Banning books should not be the main concern Northern Iowan 118:34, p.3	02/14/2022	Jetta Colsch gives their opinion on banning books within schools, calling it irresponsible; photo.
4	Companies need to distinguish between platform and publisher Northern Iowan 116:13, p.3	10/14/2019	In the author's opinion, Silicon Valley companies need to decide whether they are platforms - for average people to freely express themselves - or publishers of content wherein they enforce more restrictions, an important distinction for modern society; photo.
5	Keep the light on for Banned Books Week Northern Iowan 116:8, p.1	09/26/2019	Banned Books Week has returned to UNI, celebrated by Rod Library and the College of Education with multiple displays around campus. The American Library Association (ALA) maintains a list of banned books, which are books challenged by individuals or groups who want them removed from public and school libraries. Youth services librarian Katelyn Browne discusses reasons why books are banned and encourages students and future teachers to read widely; photos.
6	EU articles harm free speech Northern Iowan 115:7, p.3	09/17/2018	In the author's opinion, two proposed articles relating to the internet, news, and social media in the European Union restrict creative freedom and the free press. King explains how the articles could affect not only Europe, but the United States; photos.
7	Alex Jones ban a good thing Northern Iowan 115:5, p.3	09/10/2018	The author discusses data privacy and censorship on social media, including various platforms banning presenter Alex Jones, resulting in increased political scrutiny of social media. In King's opinion, censorship is an important issue both on and off social media; photos.
8	Tinker talks firs amendment Northern Iowan 114:13, p.2	10/09/2017	Mary Beth Tinker gives a talk about the importance of free speech and the First Amendment. She discusses her life and her experiences with the struggle for free speech; photo.
9	Censorship abound in UNIFI/RTL chalk war Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4	10/15/2015	In the author's opinion, student chalk messages should not be censored and should be removed only if they violate school policy of chalking without representation. Moeller discusses the recent messages by Right to Life and UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers; photo.
10	The greatest show on earth Northern Iowan 108:36, p.4	02/14/2012	Believes that legislation to stop online piracy is much too complicated. The Internet is the closest thing to a circus, but it continues to be a magical place. It is difficult to imagine censorship of the Internet.
11	Congratulating a villain Northern Iowan 107:43, p.8	03/11/2011	The Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Westboro Baptist Church is a victory for free speech, but it does leave a bad taste in some people's mouths. Free speech is not totally free, nor is it always pleasant; photo.
12	Censorship is n** the answer Northern Iowan 107:34, p.12	02/08/2011	"The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is being reprinted with slave being used instead of the n word. This censorship of an American classic has caused an uproar in academic circles.
13	@Revolution Northern Iowan 107:32, p.5	02/01/2011	Social networking sites have been used to help plan protests, inform others of police locations, and share stories to inspire others. Countries now censor these sites to limit communication.
14	Courts vs. legislation against violent video games Northern Iowan 107:21, p.12	11/09/2010	U. S. Supreme Court is hearing an appeal of a California ruling banning the sale of video games to children. Other similar laws have been overturned as against freedom of speech; photo.
15	Taking a stand for freedom of speech Northern Iowan 106:53, p.7	04/27/2010	A group, U.S. Revolution, has warned the producers of the television show South Park about a recent episode depicting the prophet Mohammed in a bear suit.
16	Explaining the process, encouraging feedback Northern Iowan 106:47, p.4	04/06/2010	Northern Iowan writers are freelance and cover what they want to cover; hence, some good stories do not get coverage.
17	UNI hosts FAIR reporter and author Peter Hart Public Relations News Release 2009:317, p.1	03/08/2010	Peter Hart, activism director from Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting (FAIR) will discuss media bias and censorship and the various forces that influence and shape the news media at Lang Hall Auditorium. "How Does Media Reporting Affect Citizenship?"
18	Keep the beep Northern Iowan 106:26, p.6	12/08/2009	The beep during some favorite cartoons serves as a wake up call. Many times we do not realize that parts need to be censored.
19	UNI-TV pulled to protect student's identity Northern Iowan 106:25, p.1	12/04/2009	James O'Connor decided to "error on the side of safety" when he allowed a video piece to be pulled from the rerun schedule on Cedar Falls Cable. Two students would have been able to be identified from the clip; photo.
20	Spreading sunshine Northern Iowan 106:24, p.3	11/20/2009	Members of the Northern Iowan staff were not allowed to attend an advertised 'open forum" called by Dean of Students Jon Buse. One was allowed to attend as a student, but later was asked to leave the room. A dangerous precedent was set that day.
21	Free speech is worth fighting for Northern Iowan 106:11, p.5	10/06/2009	Fallout from the events and chalking of Blasphemy Day included threats, disappointment, and attempts to destroy the chalked messages. Everyone believes in free speech until it starts to offend them.
22	Confused by book banning Northern Iowan 105:20, p.4	11/07/2008	People seeking to ban books, due to language or ideas such as magic or violence, are usually concerned about the negative impact on children. These people do not realize that these books can also have a positive effect on children.
23	Free to disagree Northern Iowan 105:17, p.7	10/28/2008	Disagreement with an article does not grant the right to censor. This statement refers to an article by Nick Krob on anorexia. The first amendment protects all speech, not just the speech with which you agree.
24	Getting massively sued Northern Iowan 104:23, p.7	11/13/2007	Considers the balance between free speech and the possibility of being sued for libel.
25	Making a case for free speech in schools Northern Iowan 103:59, p.4	06/29/2007	Believes Supreme Court ruling limiting free speech for public school students is unclear.
26	Peeking into the annals of educational history Northern Iowan 103:28, p.5	12/08/2006	Concerns expressed over pending court case limiting the rights of students.
27	Holes in the Bible belt Northern Iowan 103:19, p.7	10/31/2006	Fox will release "Borat" to 800 theatres, instead of the original planned 2200. Concern expressed that the Midwest will not have the opportunity to view the film.
28	Censorship removes religion from cartoon Northern Iowan 103:10, p.5	09/29/2006	Parents Television Council upset by NBC's attempt to cut the religion from the television show "Veggie Tales". The PTC is taken to task for its views on censorship.
29	The Boom Boom Room causes a ruckus on campus Northern Iowan 101:45, p.1	03/25/2005	The cast and crew of "The Boom Boom Room" believe that the removal of their advertisements from bulletin boards is censorship; photo.
30	Isn't it ironic? Don't you think? Northern Iowan 101:26, p.5	12/03/2004	Examines irony in current political issues.
31	Respect for shocking cartoon Northern Iowan 101:16, p.5	10/22/2004	Describes "South Park" as a socially relevant and satirical cartoon with elements of crude humor.
32	FCC bill robs rights Northern Iowan 100:47, p.7	04/02/2004	Speaks out against efforts by the FCC to crack down on indecency in broadcasting.
33	Student voices Northern Iowan 100:47, p.11	04/02/2004	Students respond to the question "What words do you feel are inappropriate to say on the radio?"; photo.
34	Censorship endangering American way of life Northern Iowan 99:52, p.7	04/22/2003	Criticizes the rise of censorship that has come with the rise of patriotism in America.
35	Taking action against hate speech not such a crime Northern Iowan 97:49, p.8	04/06/2001	Feels that speakers should not be allowed to attack the beliefs of others.
36	Madonna finds 'What it feels like' to be banned by MTV. . .again Northern Iowan 97:45, p.3	03/23/2001	Comments on the banning of Madonna's most recent music video by MTV; photo.
37	Banned Books Week spurs national conflict Northern Iowan 97:11, p.11	10/03/2000	"Fish in the River of Knowledge" was this year's theme of annual Banned Books Week.
38	Uncontrolled censorship comes at cost to women Northern Iowan 96:42, p.5	03/03/2000	Relationship of issues relating to censorship, pornography, and women.
39	Issues need to be clarified Northern Iowan 94:23, p.9	11/18/1997	Elaine Jaquith believes proposal on explicit classroom materials relates to student rights, not censorship.
40	Final word on censorship (for now) Northern Iowan 94:21, p.5	11/11/1997	Believes that students still need to be alert for attempts at censorship.
41	Censorship, free speech and power Northern Iowan 94:19, p.5	11/04/1997	Believes professors should select texts for classes and not offer alternatives to students who object on various grounds.
42	Literature reflects real life; censorship hinders teaching Northern Iowan 94:18, p.8	10/31/1997	Professor Rochette-Crawley agrees with view of Calvin Thomas on use of wide range of literature in class.
43	Teaching kids responsibility part of learning how to use the Internet Public Relations News Release 1997:65, p.1	10/08/1997	Leigh Zeitz of UNI's Price Laboratory School stresses the importance of teaching children responsibility when using the Internet; believes censorship is an issue.
44	Sex, censorship and the Internet Public Relations News Release 1997:38, p.2	09/18/1997	Roger K. Newman to speak September 23 on gambling, privacy, and government control of the Internet.
45	National lecturer Roger K. Newman to speak at the University of Northern Iowa on the internet and censorship Public Relations News Release 1997:37, p.1	09/17/1997	Roger K. Newman will speak on "Sex, Censorship, and the Internet" Sept. 23.
46	Hansen has "Constitutional right to say what he feels" Northern Iowan 92:28, p.7	12/08/1995	Believes dropping of recent Hansen article was censorship.
47	Censorship 'result of fear' Northern Iowan 90:46, p.2	03/18/1994	Panel discusses censorship; photo.
48	A Weltha Knowledge Northern Iowan 89:48, p.2	03/30/1993	Disturbed by recent controversy regarding showing of "offensive" film at University of Iowa.
49	Book banning. Public Relations News Release 1992:463, p.1	03/29/1993	Iowa ranked seventh in the nation in the number of censorship cases. Lucille Lettow says she has seen censorship by both liberals and conservatives.
50	Student talk show makes a comeback; "Sports Junkies" in back Northern Iowan 89:40, p.1	02/19/1993	Show had been suspended for inappropriate behavior; production is now reviewed by committee of faculty members; photo.
51	For every action . . . there is a reaction Northern Iowan 88:57, p.8	05/01/1992	Sports columnists debate the Sports Junkies issue.
52	Forum debates censorship; 'Sports Junkies' topic of discussion Northern Iowan 88:57, p.4	05/01/1992	Attempts to decide whether the show was censored or was shut down because of a lack of professionalism; photo.
53	Censorship forum tonight: 'Sports Junkies' provides example Northern Iowan 88:56, p.1	04/28/1992	Conflicting views over show: censorship vs. lack of professionalism.
54	'Sports Junkies' cancellation raises question of freedom of expression Northern Iowan 88:52, p.3	04/14/1992	Believes college is place for learning and experimentation.
55	The Other Side of the Coin Northern Iowan 88:38, p.2	02/18/1992	Believes people should be allowed to read or view whatever they choose.
56	On the Other Hand Northern Iowan 87:11, p.2	10/09/1990	Comments on George Will's Newsweek article attacking "2 Live Crew" and their negative influence on society.
57	Art never "content neutral" Northern Iowan 86:58, p.2	05/04/1990	Quarrels with wording of new policy.
58	UNI expression policy a "dam" Northern Iowan 86:58, p.3	05/04/1990	Believes new policy will erect barriers to expression, and not remove them.
59	Freedom of expression revised Northern Iowan 86:57, p.4	05/01/1990	Committee works on policy in wake of removal of art exhibition in Maucker Union.
60	Director of Northern Iowa Gallery of Art defends funding for National Endowment for the Arts Public Relations News Release 1989:554, p.1	04/11/1990	Perry Nesbitt, director of the Gallery of Art, defends the National Endowment for the Arts from Congress members criticizing its support of controversial artwork.
61	Images of alcohol in advertising will be topic of nationally-known speaker at University of Northern Iowa Tuesday (April 17) Public Relations News Release 1989:559, p.1	04/11/1990	Professor Jean Kilbourne speaks in Maucker Union on alcohol advertising. The presentation will cover media censorship, alcoholism, and the effects of advertising on viewers. The program is sponsored by the Speakers Committee and the Student Government.
62	Youth book collection at Northern Iowa library helping future teachers Public Relations News Release 1989:557, p.1	04/11/1990	Lucille Lettow describes her role as a Youth Collection librarian for the largest collection of youth literature in a university library statewide. Lettow defends elementary libraries from censorship, as well as helping education majors in their research.
63	Censoring art -- Who should decide what is offensive? Public Relations News Release 1989:536, p.1	04/05/1990	Perry Nesbitt, director of the Northern Iowa Art Gallery, expresses concern over labeling artists and their work as 'offensive', believing that such labels may prevent artists from taking risks.
64	School boards should adopt policy on censorship and materials selection, says University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1989:437, p.1	03/12/1990	The Iowa Department of Education releases a model of recommended procedures regarding censorship for librarians in school districts across the state. Professor Elizabeth Martin discusses some censorship difficulties faced by Rod Library.
65	Would you buy a record, tape, or CD with a warning label? Public Relations News Release 1989:392, p.1	02/12/1990	Dorea D'agostino says a warning label may do actually the opposite of what it's intended to do. Kids being kids, may just go after the "labeled" music over "non-labeled" music. This actually happened in other states and it's a sticky censorship issue.
66	Free expression forum to be held Northern Iowan 86:21, p.8	11/14/1989	Panel will explore issue.
67	Union censorship misunderstanding clarified, cleared Northern Iowan 86:15, p.2	10/24/1989	Russian Club required to have copyright clearance.
68	Censorship in the Union Northern Iowan 86:13, p.2	10/17/1989	Claims Union administration wishes to screen "Little Vera" before it can be shown by Russian Club.
69	Debate continues over artwork Northern Iowan 85:57, p.1	05/05/1989	Professor Robbins brings matter of removal of art work to Faculty Senate.
70	Artwork removed from Union walls Northern Iowan 85:55, p.1	04/28/1989	Director of Union finds work objectionable; orders its removal.
71	Wilde Ideas Northern Iowan 85:54, p.2	04/25/1989	Critical of removal of art exhibit in Union.
72	Artwork in union screened for taste and offensiveness Northern Iowan 85:52, p.10	04/18/1989	Renee Romano talks about the display of art in the Union and on campus.
73	FBI questions librarians on sensitive topics Northern Iowan 85:47, p.8	03/31/1989	WICI sponsors panel discussion.
74	Law could encourage censorship Northern Iowan 85:14, p.2	10/14/1988	Gerald Baker warns of problems associated with certain proposed laws.
75	Books banned; not at UNI Northern Iowan 85:11, p.7	10/04/1988	Donald Gray describes censorship as "self-defeating".
76	Wilde Ideas Northern Iowan 85:9, p.2	09/27/1988	A satirical look at censorship.
77	NI, high school paper uncensored Northern Iowan 84:42, p.6	03/01/1988	Rules seem to give NI relatively free rein.
78	Photo Survey Northern Iowan 84:42, p.7	03/01/1988	The Supreme Court recently issued a decision that allows high school administrators to censor the content of high school newspapers. Should college administrators be able to censor college publications?
79	UNI library director: Iowa precedent should have applied to recent case Public Relations News Release 1987:237, p.1	01/26/1988	Barbara Jones examines the Supreme Court's decision to allow administrators to censor public school newspapers, saying that a 1969 Iowa case should have been considered in the decision.
80	Advocate of literary freedom speaks on alien's library use Northern Iowan 84:11, p.4	10/02/1987	Extensive excerpts from remarks by Judith Krug; photo.
81	First amendment issues to be presentation topic Northern Iowan 84:10, p.11	09/29/1987	Judith Krug will speak.
82	Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs Public Relations News Release 1987:51, p.1	09/22/1987	Michael Sonnleitner explains the terms of a new arms reduction pact. Barbara Jones explains how libraries impact economic development. Ron Roberts examines Iowan stereotypes. Judith Krug speaks on censorship. Gaylon Halverson explains new tax laws.
83	Librarian who works to keep controversial books on shelves to speak at Northern Iowa Sept. 29 Public Relations News Release 1987:40, p.1	09/17/1987	The Education Center hosts a presentation by director of the Freedom to Read Foundation, Judith Krug. She discussed the increase in annual censorship attempts in school libraries. The speech was sponsored by Rod Library.
84	Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs Public Relations News Release 1987:259, p.1	03/11/1987	Barb Krieg relays results of cholesterol screenings. Professor James Robinson explains the origin of St. Patrick's Day. Barbara Jones explains court rulings in Alabama regarding censorship. Murphy the Moose visits area gradeschools.
85	Letter writers 'woefully misinformed' Northern Iowan 83:8, p.3	09/23/1986	Criticizes recent letters to the editor about a new UNISA policy.
86	Bill destroys freedom of speech Northern Iowan 83:7, p.2	09/19/1986	Feels that a recent bill keeping flyers off campus violates the First Amendment.
87	After A Comes B Northern Iowan 82:62, p.2	07/25/1986	Views on recent decision of some retailers not to sell certain magazines and records.
88	Sleeper Northern Iowan 81:50, p.2	04/16/1985
89	Keeping free presses free Northern Iowan 81:30, p.2	01/29/1985	Emphasizes the importance of the freedom of the press.
90	Beware, the banners Northern Iowan 80:9, p.2	09/27/1983	Concerned with book being banned,
91	'Editor censors opinion that doesn¿t suit mood' Northern Iowan 76:55, p.2	05/06/1980	Professor Chabert believes that the Northern Iowan should not alter a letter in any way.
92	Hansmeier unhappy with Northern Tissue Northern Iowan 75:56, p.1	06/08/1979	Dr. Hansmeier wrote a letter criticizing the humor issue, the Northern Tissue. Concerns about possible censorship have prompted former NI editor Julie Vorman to voice her concerns.
93	Knight speaks on film censorship Northern Iowan 73:50, p.1	04/15/1977	Excerpts from lecture by Arthur Knight.
94	The censor vs. the schools; profs call for strategy Northern Iowan 70:24, p.12	12/11/1973	Professors Eakin and Cowley talk about ways of handling potential censorship problems in schools.
95	'Art and sexuality' opens week-long program Northern Iowan 68:44, p.1	04/07/1972	Schedule of activities includes films, speakers, and panel discussions.
96	Lab school and 'bookburning' Northern Iowan 68:17, p.2	11/12/1971	Applauds Jepsen remarks on PLS; disturbed by recent decision on books in state traveling library.
97	What price literary censorship? Northern Iowan 68:5, p.4	10/01/1971	Compares response to book on Mayor Daley with response to book on Senator Ted Kennedy.
98	Art instructor comments on Seven Northern Iowan 67:48, p.2	04/27/1971	Disagrees with removal of photos.
99	Editor explains Seven's delay Northern Iowan 67:47, p.2	04/23/1971	Mike Borich explains how the nude photos were removed from Seven.
100	Fear Northern Iowan 67:47, p.2	04/23/1971	Outlines position on refusing to print nude photos in Seven.