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1 What's happening in the Uyghurs in China
Northern Iowan 117:42, p.3
In the author's opinion, the "genocide" against the Uyghur people in Xinjiang, China, has been created by the media based upon a misunderstanding of the facts of the situation.
2 'Mulan' review: more realistic, less fun
Northern Iowan 117:8, p.4
Hunter Friesen reviews the Disney live action version of the story "Mulan." Friesen informs readers of the price point of the film and gives it 3/5; photo.
3 Rawwas: U.S. makes 'enemy' out of China
Northern Iowan 117:7, p.3
Mohammed Rawwas argues that the U.S. has made China into an unjustified enemy; photo.
4 UNI cancels international travel, COVID-19
Northern Iowan 116:42, p.1
Due to COVID-19, UNI has cancelled all university-sponsored international travel. The university first cancelled travel for the next 30 days, then for all summer 2020 study abroad courses. UNI implemented travel restrictions in stages, beginning in January with a temporary moratorium on travel to China, extending it to South Korea on February 29, Italy on March 2, and Iran on March 3. Students in UNI Camp Adventure were recalled or transferred from affected areas. On March 5, the Board of Regents issued a statement for all three public universities cancelling university-sponsored travel for all faculty, staff, and students for the next 30 days, which included spring break. UNI absorbed the cost of cancelled study abroad programs. Although the threat of the virus remained low for Iowa and campus, the university began preparations for the unlikely event of a campus shutdown with information posted on prepare.uni.edu. A panel on the virus and combatting its spread was to be held March 11 in Lang Hall Auditorium; photo.
5 Fascism, neoliberalism, and oligarchy
Northern Iowan 116:39, p.3
In the author's opinion, candidate Bernie Sanders should be the next president of the United States. Rawwas discusses democracy, capitalism, the state of the economy in the US and China, and the similarities between Donald Trump and Michael Bloomberg as oligarchic authoritarians; photo.
6 CIEP panel brews up converstaion
Northern Iowan 116:24, p.2
The Cultural and Intensive English Program (CIEP) held a Coffee Hour and Information Panel in Rod Library. CIEP is an on-campus program that teaches both international and domestic students English and celebrates their native cultures while integrating them into American culture. This panel had international students from Saudi Arabia, China, and India speak; photo.
7 Jepson Forum on immigration and tariffs
Northern Iowan 116:9, p.1
The annual Jepson Forum, which honors Danish immigrant Lawrence Jepson who came to Iowa in the early 1900s, took place inside Schindler Education Center on September 26th, 2019. The forum was organized by Professor of Economics Shahina Amin and panelists were Loren Bawn, Mark Grey, Chad Hart, and Aaron Purze. The discussed immigration, politics, tariffs, and agriculture; photo.
8 Former UNI student starts '6 Mile Clothing'
Northern Iowan 115:41, p.5
Former student Alex Oleson started "6 Mile Clothing" to benefit Christian missions in countries such as China and Haiti; photo.
9 ISSO to offer students a 'Taste of Culture"
Northern Iowan 115:23, p.5
The International Students and Scholars Office will host "Taste of Culture" in Rod Library on November 12. The represented countries will include Peru, Austria, Brazil, Chile, China, Columbia and others; photo.
10 Oscar controversy symptom of international racism
Northern Iowan 112:34, p.3
In Slaughter's opinion, the lack of the diversity in Oscars nominations is tied to Hollywood's attempts to sell films internationally, in markets that may not approve of the racial representation the USA finds normal; photos.
11 Trump has plan for income inequality
Northern Iowan 112:30, p.3
In response to the January 14 Northern Iowan column "Five irrelevant issues in Donald Trump's speech," Slaughter discusses the presidential candidate's focus on the causes of income inequality; photos.
12 Going global; students and faculty explore Mandarin Chinese course
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.24
Mandarin Chinese course offered in fall 2012 semester; students offer their reactions to the course.
13 Students, faculty share experiences with Mandarin Chinese course
Northern Iowan 109:16, p.1
Twelve students enroll in Chinese language course; taught by visiting faculty member from Taiwan; students share their reactions to the course.
14 UNI Physics Department establishes agreement with Chinese high school
Northern Iowan 109:3, p.5
The agreement provides information to the high school and in return the high school will assist three students each year to enroll at UNI in physics. Increasing the enrollment and providing an international atmosphere is the goal; photo.
15 New Chinese language and culture courses offered at UNI
Northern Iowan 109:2, p.1
Two three credit co-requisite courses and a three hour credit evening course in Mandarin Chinese are offered. Students can still sign up for these classes. The classes are offered by the Department of Languages and Literatures.
16 UNI student saves life while aboard
Northern Iowan 109:2, p.8
Austin Hedstrom used his life saving skills to save the life of a Chinese boy. Hedstrom saw the problem, reacted, and took immediate action. Back thrusts caused the boy to spit up water. Hedstrom then went with the boy to the hospital; photo.
17 Students arrested for purchasing fake IDs
Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1
The Department of Homeland Security tipped off the Cedar Falls Police Department that false IDs had been discovered in a shipment from China. Two UNI students have been arrested for the purchase of false IDs.
18 UNI professor discusses geo-tourism in China
Northern Iowan 107:39, p.1
John Groves has traveled to China on three different occasions. He enjoys the international experience and working with colleagues from around the world; photo.
19 Conflicting accounts of history complicate understanding of Dalai Lama's relationship with China
Northern Iowan 106:42, p.1
Joyce Chen offers her viewpoint concerning China's reaction to the Dalai Lama's visit to the University of Calgary. Chinese students do not oppose the visit, but are concerned that existing biases will become stronger; photo.
20 Dalai Lama may bring more than just words of peace to UNI
Northern Iowan 106:40, p.1
China has removed accreditation from the University of Calgary following the 2009 visit of the Dalai Lama. There are now one hundred students from China enrolled at UNI; photo.
21 Students celebrate Chinese New Year
Northern Iowan 106:36, p.7
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.
22 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
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.
23 Study Abroad with UNI this Summer
Northern Iowan 106:17, p.
Opportunities to gain college credit while taking classes in other countries.
24 UNI Alumni Association to present Heritage Honours Awards during Homecoming
Public Relations News Release 2009:121, p.1
The awards program honors the accomplishments of graduates and their service to the university. Awards will be presented to Bradley Block, Guang Jin, Sarah "Sally" Carbaugh Frudden, and Leonard Froyen.
25 Study abroad with UNI this summer
Northern Iowan 106:34, p.12
Opportunities to study overseas during the summer of 2010 announced.
26 UNI to host four Chinese delegates from City College Dongguan during Arne Duncan visit, April 24
Public Relations News Release 2008:478, p.1
For the past three years, the College and CCDGUT have exchanged students for a special summer program, with approximately 25 UNI students traveling to Dongguan each summer to teach English, and Chinese students traveling to Cedar Falls to participate.
27 UNI to host lecture on pre-modern Chinese history
Public Relations News Release 2008:439, p.1
"The (Sixth-Century) Reunification of China" will be the topic by Charles Holcombe, professor of history. He will explore the pivotal era in pre-modern Chinese history that led to China's reunification in 589 A.D. under one imperial dynasty.
28 Winners of essay contest get opportunity to study abroad as part of a new course
Northern Iowan 105:45, p.1
Global Skills course allows students to study in Dalian, China, for three weeks during June.
29 Four UNI students win international business practices essay contest
Public Relations News Release 2008:383, p.1
Samantha Smith, Joe Burke, Nick Hanson, and Alex Mutschler have selected to participate in new Global Skills course, a short-term study abroad program in Dalian, China. The program will provide students with Chinese language and global business skills.
30 Study Abroad this summer with UNI !!!
Northern Iowan 105:32, p.13
Places, dates, contact information, and availability for opportunities to study abroad during the summer. Information on times, dates, and places for the Study Abroad Spring Open House.
31 UNI President Ben Allen
Northern Iowa Today 92:2, p.16
President Allen and other UNI officials attended the Commencement program for the UNI MBA program in Hong Kong; photo.
32 UNI hosts Beijing Opera performers
Public Relations News Release 2008:177, p.1
"Beijing Opera Demystified" will be presented by Ghaffar Pourazar and Morimura Chie, both directors and performers of the International Center for Beijing Opera based in China. They will demonstrate male and female roles.
33 Dalai Lama to visit UNI
Northern Iowan 105:10, p.4
President Allen's announcement of the acceptance of an invitation to visit UNI by the Dalai Lama. Announcement met with mixed reactions; photo.
34 Study Abroad this summer with UNI !!!
Northern Iowan 105:32, p.5
Capstone classes are available in other countries this summer. Classes vary in length from two to nine weeks.
35 Olympics an opportunity for peace
Northern Iowan 105:2, p.16
Believes the decision to compete in the Olympics was correct. U. S. participation showed that even with many differences with China; the countries can get along.
36 We shouldn't have been there at all
Northern Iowan 105:2, p.18
China accused of using the Olympics to showcase their form of government. Concerns over the lack of human rights in China should have led the U. S. not to participate; photo.
37 China's progressive building
Northern Iowan 105:1, p.28
The buildings used for the Beijing Olympic games were designed to impress.
38 Watch the news already people, or else
Northern Iowan 104:47, p.7
Students urged to watch or read the news to keep up on local, national, and world events; photo.
39 Price of oil hits all-time record highs
Northern Iowan 104:43, p.1
World demand for oil increasing; causes price to increase to record levels; photo.
40 American Embassy lit on fire in Serbia
Northern Iowan 104:39, p.3
U. S. embassy building gutted by fire in Belgrade, Serbia; photo.
41 Study abroad opportunity in China
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.4
A four week summer study/work program is available in China. Contact the Study Abroad Office for more information.
42 UNI and Hohai University solidify partnership between business programs
Public Relations News Release 2007:9, p.1
A five-member delegation from Hohai University in Nanjing, China will be visiting UNI June 12-13.
43 Study Abroad program offers chance to work, study in China
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.5
Students can earn up to five credits by participating in the Study Abroad program. China is only one of the countries that are available; photo.
44 UNI graduation in China is first UNI graduation ceremony held outside United States; June 18 event marks Robert D. Koob's last official duty
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Forty-five students will be taking part in the ceremony.
45 UNI offers students free pass to China
Northern Iowan 102:35, p.1
Study Abroad program offers opportunity to travel to China this summer. Students pay only summer tuition to receive credits; photo.
46 UNI students celebrate Chinese New Year; festivities begin tonight in Maucker Union Ballroom
Northern Iowan 102:34, p.1
Events will include traditional Chinese dance, calligraphy, and eating Chinese food; photo.
47 Chinese New Year festival emphasizes history, culture
Northern Iowan 101:41, p.5
The event was coordinated by the Introduction to Leadership class and the Chinese Student and Scholar Association.
48 Chinese New Year festival to be held at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Festival will celebrate Chinese culture.
49 Rare international internship offers a host of opportunities
Northern Iowa Today 89:1, p.18
Three College of Business Administration worked for First Automobile Works in China for a year; several Chinese students are working as interns in the US.
50 SARS hits home for UNI grad
Northern Iowa Today 87:2, p.3
Kevin Hessel talks about his experience in China during outbreak of SARS.
51 UNI's international programs cope with world events
Northern Iowa Today 87:2, p.2
Students and staff talk about they ways in which they have dealt with volatile international situations.
52 Tang China topic for UNI History Lecture Series Wednesday, Nov. 14
Public Relations News Release 2001:202, p.1
Charles Holcombe will present "Immigrants and Strangers: From Cosmopolitanism to Confucian Universalism in Tang China (618-907)."
53 China vs. U. S. conflict escalating
Northern Iowan 97:51, p.6
Comments on U. S relations with China.
54 The University of Northern Iowa Chinese Students and Scholars Friendship Association celebrates the Chinese New Year
Public Relations News Release 1999:228, p.1
UNI Chinese Students and Scholars Friendship Association will host a potluck to celebrate the Chinese New Year on February 5.
55 Celebrating the Chinese New Year
Public Relations News Release 1999:220, p.1
Comis Loken, a student at UNI, will explain what is in store for the upcoming Year of the Dragon.
56 U. S. demonstrates hypocrisy in trade relations
Northern Iowan 96:24, p.5
U. S. and China have recently negotiated a trade agreement, allowing China into the World Trade Organization.
57 Victoria Leto DeFrancisco: communicator extraordinaire
Northern Iowa Today 83:2, p.12
Profile of Professor DeFrancisco; photo.
58 How has Hong Kong fared under Chinese rule?
Public Relations News Release 1998:429, p.1
Geofrey Mills talks about how Hong Kong has handled Chinese rule.
59 Tiananmen Square massacre still sensitive subject 10 years later
Public Relations News Release 1998:403, p.1
Ten years ago, troops fired on demonstrators in Beijing's Tiananmen Square and killed several hundred protestors. Charles Holcombe discusses the impact this event has had on Chinese society.
60 President of farming organization to speak Sunday
Northern Iowan 95:55, p.2
Professional Farmers of America president Dan Manternach will speak May 2 at the UNI Museum on grain situation in China.
61 Celebrating the Chinese New Year
Public Relations News Release 1999:220, p.1
February 16 marks the first day of the Chinese year 4697. Siqin Yang, graduate student, will discuss traditions for the new year.
62 Evaluating President Clinton's China trip
Public Relations News Release 1997:392, p.1
Professor Charles Holcombe evaluates President Clinton's trip to China.
63 Ring in the New Year: the Chinese New Year
Public Relations News Release 1997:189, p.1
UNI professor of marketing Paul Chao will discuss the meaning of the Chinese New Year.
64 China shifts from military to economic strategy to regain Taiwan
Public Relations News Release 1997:87, p.1
UNI Associate Professor of Political Science Taifa Yu reports on Taiwan's growing dependence on China.
65 Hong Kong in transition: an inside view
Public Relations News Release 1997:5, p.1
UNI Professor of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services Don DeGraaf will report on his experience in Hong Kong while the country was moving from British rule to Chinese control.
66 Outlook gives students different view of their world
Northern Iowan 93:61, p.2
Students from Taiwan visited UNI to learn about the environment in Outlook Taiwan.
67 Will Hong Kong survive?
Northern Iowan 93:60, p.4
Comments on Hong Kong returning to China.
68 It's official: Hong Kong is once again part of China
Public Relations News Release 1996:454, p.1
Professor Mills talks about the effects Hong Kong will have on China.
69 Hong Kong residents cautiously optimistic about rejoining China
Public Relations News Release 1996:448, p.1
Professor Mills talks about the effect on Hong Kong residents joining China.
70 Washington, Pres. Clinton ignore genocide to make quick buck
Northern Iowan 93:54, p.6
Comments on Most Favored Nation status of China despite its relationship with Tibet.
71 Teaching the Chinese how to unwind
Public Relations News Release 1996:190, p.1
Christopher Edginton has been asked to teach the Chinese about the progression of of the leisure industry in the United States.
72 Even you can see the Great Wall
Northern Iowan 93:23, p.8
Students can earn three credits studying in China between the spring and summer semesters.
73 The future of Hong Kong under Chinese rule
Public Relations News Release 1996:68, p.1
Geofrey Mills provides his insights on Hong Kong.
74 When was the last time you applauded your teacher?
Public Relations News Release 1995:481, p.1
Mohammed Rawwas reflects on his experiences from teaching at Hebei Teachers University in China.
75 Women's Liberation in China brought to UNI
Northern Iowan 92:42, p.6
Catherine Farris delivers lecture; photo.
76 Bringing home Beijing
Northern Iowa Today 79:2, p.21
Professors Koch and De Francisco report on Women's Conference in China.
77 College of Education receives prestigious award
Northern Iowa Today 79:2, p.20
AACTE gives 1995-1996 Distinguished Award in International Education.
78 Li Lu conveys feelings of hope, fear about Tiananmen Square massacre
Northern Iowan 92:6, p.11
Li Lu describes his experiences in campus appearance; photo.
79 Destination: Beijing; two UNI professors set to attend women's conference in China
Campus News Network 5:22, p.1
Victoria De Francisco and Susan Koch will attend the United Nations Conference and NGO Forum on Women '95 in Beijing, China; photo.
80 What's up
Northern Iowan 91:46, p.3
Meetings and activities to be held.
81 Ty and Linh go to China
Northern Edition 3:6, p.14
Two UNI students, Linh Tran and Ty Vo, visit China.
82 Chinese students prepare for Year of Pig, Lunar New Year
Northern Iowan 91:35, p.8
Students talk about customs.
83 Professor goes to China
Northern Edition 2:25, p.4
Mingshui Cai will serve in children's literature and language program in China.
84 We have no right to enforce Western beliefs on China
Northern Iowan 90:38, p.6
Should not revoke trade status of China.
85 Leach proves MFN won't make China change
Northern Iowan 90:36, p.7
Believes columnist exaggerated effects of Most Favored Nation status for China.
86 China, little kids counting on Clinton for MFN
Northern Iowan 90:34, p.4
Thinks China should receive enhanced trade status.
87 Precious place: minority costumes and textiles of Guizhou, China
Northern Iowa Today 77:2, p.25
Display at UNI Museum; photo.
88 Exhibit showcases Chinese artistry
Northern Iowan 90:4, p.17
Description of new exhibit; photo.
89 UNI faculty venture abroad
Northern Iowan 90:4, p.6
Group teaches English in China.
90 Minority costumes and textiles of China focus of museum exhibit at University of Northern Iowa beginning Sept. 1
Northern Iowan 1993:15, p.1
Exhibit entitled "Precious Place: Minority Costumes and Textiles of Guizhou China."
91 Art exhibit and demonstrations by visiting professor
Northern Iowan 89:59, p.5
Zhou Zheng, Dean of Fine Arts in Xian, China, exhibits work; photo.
92 Unique opportunities for international education and understanding offered through University of Northern Iowa program in China
Public Relations News Release 1992:653, p.1
UNI offers students and professionals the opportunity to live and study in China.
93 UNI faculty, programs have global impact
Northern Iowa Today 21:1, p.Insert 4
Survey of work in Slovakia, Bulgaria, and China
94 Oh, the places you'll see; UNI offers students worldwide experiences
Northern Iowa Today 76:2, p.10
Interviews with students who have studied abroad; photo.
95 Program in China
Campus News Network 3:6, p.2
Students will study language and culture in China.
96 UNI offers chance to live and study in China
Northern Iowan 89:21, p.6
Opportunity to study at Guanxi University.
97 Semester of study in China available through University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1991:231, p.1
Specifics revealed for semester of study in China for up to twenty-four students from a consortium of five colleges, including UNI.
98 Chinese dissident to speak at University of Northern Iowa Monday (September 16) during Diversity Week
Public Relations News Release 1991:45, p.1
Chen Jun, a Chinese dissident, will speak at UNI.
99 The big bang began in China--fireworks
Public Relations News Release 1990:637, p.1
The Chinese are credited with inventing fireworks.
100 Democracy vs. communism in Deng Xiaoping's China is subject of history lecture Wednesday (April 17) at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1990:474, p.1
Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping will be the subject of a history lecture at UNI.