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	Title	Date	Summary
151	Tim Wise to speak at UNI Trampel--Erin Elizabeth (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:16, p.3	10/22/2010	Tim Wise returns to UNI after speaking on campus four years ago. The antiracist educator, essayist, and author will speak on comparative racism, race and education, and racism and religion.
152	Weeklong UNI Homecoming Celebration October 17 - 23 Public Relations News Release 2010:104, p.1	10/18/2010	Events begin Saturday with the annual Panther Pacers 5K Cross Country Run. Prior to the football game kickoff, there will be a Safe Date Tailgate to educate students about the issues surrounding violence prevention.
153	UNI to host internationally acclaimed author Tim Wise Public Relations News Release 2010:100, p.1	10/15/2010	Tim Wise, acclaimed white anti-racist essayist, educator, and author is the author of five books and has contributed essays to 25 books. He is internationally renowned for his knowledge on issues of comparative racism, and race and education.
154	Former U. S. ambassador to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:80, p.1	10/1/2010	Mary Kramer, former president of the Iowa Senate and former Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, will speak in the Center for Multicultural Education.
155	October 4 CROW Forum to feature UNI psychology professor Public Relations News Release 2010:69, p.1	9/24/2010	Mary Losch, will present "Iowa Initiative Research Program: Addressing Unintended Pregnancy in Iowa" at noon, Monday. The Iowa Initiative Research Program is based at UNI in the Center for Social and Behavioral Research.
156	CME to host fourth annual book club McCollum--Lauren Renae (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:5, p.1	9/14/2010	Students, staff, faculty, and community members are welcome to participate in the Center for Multicultural Center's book club. Members will read selected books dealing with expressions/perspectives from different cultures.
157	UNI graduate designs sundial for UNI campus Sandbothe--Alyx Jordan (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:5, p.5	9/14/2010	Michael and Susan Ward donated the sundial; designed by Beth Nybeck. The sculpture is located in the Memorial Garden; photo.
158	UNI students to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Au Jong--Catherine (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:5, p.6	9/14/2010	A music festival September 16 will highlight the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month; photo.
159	Students bring jazz series to UNI campus Schreck--Anna E. (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 107:4, p.3	9/10/2010	Jazz students will perform Monday evenings in the memorial garden from 7-8 pm. A jam session will continue that evening from 8-9 pm; photo.
160	UNI's Center for Multicultural Education to host 2010-2011 book club Public Relations News Release 2010:38, p.1	9/7/2010	Participants will be reading and discussing texts that deal with various cultural expressions and share history, customs, and perspectives of African-Americans, Native Americans, Latinos, and Asian/Pacific Islander Americans.
161	UNI to host Judy Shepard and series of LGBT dialogues Public Relations News Release 2010:35, p.1	9/3/2010	The university will host a series of events regarding struggles faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) students and citizens. The events are part of a lecture to be given by Judy Shepard of the Laramie Project.
162	UNI to be a stop on the R.I.D.E. for high school counselors Public Relations News Release 2009:478, p.1	6/10/2010	R.I.D.E. stands for Rediscovering Iowa's Diverse Education. The program gives high school counselors the opportunity to learn about programs, facilities and college life at north central Iowa insitiutions.
163	'Jesus, Interrupted' author to speak at UNI Ehrman's visit part of book club series finale Public Relations News Release 2009:383, p.1	4/7/2010	Bart Ehrman, the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will discuss his book "Jesus, Interrupted: Revealing the Hidden Contradictions in the Bible (and Why We Don't Know About Them)."
164	UNI textiles and apparel students present annual student fashion show April 10 Public Relations News Release 2009:382, p.1	4/7/2010	The theme for this year's show is Trendslation. Thirty-seven student designers will present four sections of different fashion trends from the past and present, including street warrior and old Hollywood.
165	UNI hosts 'An Evening with Cornel West' Public Relations News Release 2009:330, p.1	3/15/2010	West, the Class of 1943 University Professor in the Center for African-American studies at Princeton University, a social activist and author, will speak about civic engagement and the democratic process.
166	UNI students head south for Civil Rights Study Tour Public Relations News Release 2009:327, p.1	3/11/2010	Thirty-one participants will take part in the Multicultural Education's tour, a five-day trip including visits to museums, memorials, and numerous hot spots from the Civil Rights Movement. Students will visit Montgomery, Selma, and Birmingham, Alabama.
167	UNI dining services to offer Tibetan cuisine March 9 Public Relations News Release 2009:305, p.1	3/1/2010	Following dinner, the film "Kundun," the true-life story of the Dalai Lama and his daring struggle to lead his nation at one of the most challenging times in its history, will be shown at the Center for Multicultural Education.
168	UNI hosts immigration interpreter from Postville raids Public Relations News Release 2009:304, p.1	3/1/2010	Erik Camayd-Freixas, a federally certified interpreter who translated at the federal hearings in Waterloo after the 2008 immigration raid at Agri-Processors, Inc. in Postville, will participate in two events about "The Postville Story."
169	UNI celebrates Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2009:300, p.1	2/26/2010	To kick off Women's History Month, "Women in the Globalized World," a panel discussion sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program, will be held in the Center for Multicultural Education, Maucker Union.
170	Students celebrate Chinese New Year Schreck--Anna E. (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:36, p.7	2/16/2010	The evening of February 13 marked a Chinese New Year's party in the Center for Multicultural Education. Those who attended enjoyed violin and dance performances, games, and a Chinese buffet.
171	Valentine's Day: a romantic day for some, just another day for others Johnson--Kristin Michelle (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:34, p.14	2/9/2010	Those in relationships are looking forward to celebrating, while those without significant others plan to celebrate quietly with friends; photo.
172	UNI celebrates Black History Month Public Relations News Release 2009:259, p.1	2/4/2010	The Center for Multicultural Education (CME) will offer a variety of events throughout February in honor of Black History Month. Umaru Balde will describe his journey from child slavery to his pursuit of a college education in Iowa.
173	UNI Chinese Student and Scholar Association to host documentary filmmaker Feb. 17 "Mysterious China" film exhibition to run Feb. 10-11 Public Relations News Release 2009:255, p.1	2/3/2010	Chris Nebe, award-winning documentary filmmaker, will speak on the past and present of Tibet in Maucker Union Ballroom. Nebe has been exploring China's history, culture and society for 15 years.
174	About Sienkiewicz Public Relations News Release 2009:246, p.1	1/28/2010	A Ph. D. candidate at the University of Wisconsin, Sienkiewicz received his B. A. in philosophy and film studies from Wesleyan University in Connecticut. His academic research focuses on western involvement in Middle Eastern broadcasting.
175	Feb. 1 CROW Forum to feature UNI executive vice president and provost Public Relations News Release 2009:235, p.1	1/25/2010	"Women in Academic Leadership" will be presented by the executive vice president and provost Gloria Gibson as part of the CROW (Current Research on Women's Studies) Forum. The forum will be held in the center for Multicultural Education in Maucker Union.
176	UNI's CME to host discussions in tribute to Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Public Relations News Release 2009:226, p.1	1/14/2010	Rufus Burrow, Jr., Indiana professor of Christian thought and professor of theological social ethics at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, will discuss his book, "Martin Lucher King, Jr. for Armchair Theologians" at the Book Club meeting.
177	Remember when . . . . Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.Outside back cover	1/1/2010	Ethnic Minorities and Cultural House established in 1970; activities now centered in Center for Multicultural Education; photo.
178	Three local educators receive UNI Multicultural Educator Award Public Relations News Release 2009:201, p.1	12/8/2009	Recipients of the 2009 Multicultural Educator Award include: Beverly Smith, Clare Struck, and Charlotte Coleman. According to Janet McClain, the purpose of the award is to recognize ethnically and culturally diverse educators.
179	Panther Portraits Nelson--Megan Christine (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:17, p.21	10/27/2009	Graduate student pumpkin carvings; photo.
180	Paul Rusesabagina to speak at UNI Nov. 3 Public Relations News Release 2009:134, p.1	10/27/2009	Paul Rusesabagina, whose personal experiences of the Rwandan genocide inspired the 2004 film "Hotel Rwanda," will speak in Lang Hall Auditorium. His novel explores his personal journey while explaining the history behind Rwanda's Hutu and Tutsi tribes.
181	Next CROW forum to be held Nov. 2 Public Relations News Release 2009:128, p.1	10/23/2009	"Third Wave Agneda: Women's Flat-Track Roller Derby" is the title of a lecture to be given by Ruth Chananie-Hill, Jennifer Waldron, and Natalie Turner, as part of the CROW (Current Research on Women) Forum in the Center for Multicultural Education.
182	UNI students take a STAND Zidon--Rachel Margaret (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:14, p.4	10/16/2009	Professor Stephen Gaies hopes to start a chapter of Students Taking Action Now Darfur.
183	Mayhem Poets present their love for poetry Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:13, p.15	10/13/2009	Rutgers University served as common ground for the three members of Mayhem Poets. The group met with students in an informal setting at the Center for Multicultural Education; following a performance at the Performing Arts Center; photo.
184	UNI to celebrate Green Week, Oct. 18-24 Public Relations News Release 2009:114, p.1	10/12/2009	Green Week is a campus-wide event that serves to entertain, educate and inspire the campus community. NISG, and other organizations, wants to reach out to individuals who have not yet considered the consequences of environmental ignorance.
185	Center for Multicultural Education to host speaker Melissa Esquivel Oct. 6 Public Relations News Release 2009:91, p.1	9/30/2009	Esquivel, interim administrator of the Iowa Division of Latino Affairs and manager of the Iowa Youth Congress will discuss the impact of Latinos in the United States and Iowa.
186	CROW forum to be held Monday, Oct. 5 Public Relations News Release 2009:69, p.1	9/21/2009	"Working to End Gender Violence on College Campuses: 1999-2009" is the title of a lecture to be given by Annette Lynch, professor of textiles and apparel. Lynch will discuss three Department of Justice, Campus Gender Violence Prevention grants.
187	"Race in the Obama Era" examines racism after historic election Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:5, p.2	9/15/2009	News Talk is designed to promote reading and discussion of the news. A four member panel, representing community members and University staffers, answered questions; photo.
188	Panther poets compete in a war of words Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:5, p.11	9/15/2009	A poetry slam is a poetry competition. The audience is encouraged to applaud or react to the readings. There are rules for competitive performance poetry. Judges are selected from the audience.
189	Panther Portraits Hall--Diana Darlene (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:4, p.3	9/11/2009	Scenes from the recent poster sales event and game night at the Center for Multicultural Education; photo.
190	Series brings diversity to students and the small screen Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:4, p.4	9/11/2009	The Center for Multicultural Education is showing films during September. The film series deals with differences, with the hope of understanding other races.
191	UNI's Center for Multicultural Education to host 2009-2010 book club Public Relations News Release 2009:34, p.1	9/9/2009	This is the third year where the CME will host a book club with participants reading and discussing texts that deal with various cultural expressions and share history, customs, and perspectives that are projected by the four major groups.
192	Artwork by Holocaust and Rwandan genocide survivors at UNI Gallery of Art Public Relations News Release 2009:32, p.1	9/8/2009	The Gallery will present the exhibition "Voice to Vision from Wednesday, Sept. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 25. David Feinberg, associate professor of painting and drawing at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, will give a curator's lecture.
193	UNI student group receives international award Public Relations News Release 2009:31, p.1	9/8/2009	The Center for Inquiry International (CFI), headquartered in Amherst, N. Y., presented the award to the Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers (UNIFI). The CFI board decided that of all the events held by their 200-plus campus groups, the UNI event was the best.
194	Diversity film series to be held in September at UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:25, p.1	9/1/2009	Five films will be shown in the Center for Multicultural Education Lobby: "Understanding Our Differences: Mexicans and Americans;" "MLK: The Martin Luther King, Jr. Tapes;" Them and Us: Cultural Awareness;" "What does it mean to be white?" and others.
195	Panther Portraits Spalding--Laura Elizabeth (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:1, p.8	8/28/2009	Dancers perform during the Center for Multicultural Education's Welcome Back BBQ; photo.
196	Panther Portraits: Welcome Back BBQ Spalding--Laura Elizabeth (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:1, p.20	8/28/2009	Center for Multicultural Education hosted a Welcome Back BBQ for students; photo.
197	Students flock to Welcome Back BBQ Spalding--Laura Elizabeth (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:1, p.1	8/28/2009	Photo of students relaxing by the panther fountain during the Center for Multicultural Education's event; photo.
198	UNI to host Cinco De Mayo celebration Public Relations News Release 2008:486, p.1	4/22/2009	Entertainment will include mariachi music and live entertainment by Anita Tanguma. Cinco de Mayo is the commemoration of Mexico's defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla, May 5, 1862.
199	UNI to host Postville Conference/Teach-in Public Relations News Release 2008:487, p.1	4/22/2009	Luis Argueta, a Gautemalan film director, will screen segments of his documentary "AbUSed" The Post ville Raid. There will be a showing of the play "Historia de nuestra vidas," detailing accounts of immigration, imprisonment and the Postville raid.
200	Honors Week recognizes academic excellence Bardsley--Laura Lee (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:51, p.1	4/21/2009	Guest lectures, films, seminars, and showcases were featured during the second annual Honors Week activities; photo.

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