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101 Curris makes decision on continuation of UNI campus projects
Public Relations News Release 1985:136, p.1
Details of the nine to ten campus construction projects underway are given; some projects are being put "on hold," or scaled back due to budget concerns.
102 China and glass means first class banquet dining
Alumnus 70:1, p.22
Dining Services now has ability to host large dinners in high style; photo.
103 Commons comeback
Northern Iowan 79:51, p.2
Commons assistant manager welcomes any student criticism.
104 An Easy Way To Get in Shape
Northern Iowan 79:48, p.3
Believes Commons Dining Center is terribly inefficient.
105 Dorm changes made
Northern Iowan 79:2, p.4
Dan Gleissner talks about renovations in the dorms.
106 Despite building lapse, campus keeps growing
Alumnus 66:2, p.19
Status of current building plans; review of recent smaller construction and demolition jobs.
107 Commons service praised
Northern Iowan 78:18, p.2
Student supports dining service, particularly the Commons.
108 Irene Eaton to be Grand Marshal of UNI Homecoming parade
Public Relations News Release 1981:65, p.1
Irene Eaton, a 1921 graduate of UNI and former hostess of the Commons from 1937 until her retirement in 1972, will be the Grand Marshall in the Homecoming parade; received Alumni Service award in 1964.
109 Housing improvements made
Northern Iowan 78:7, p.3
Variety of repairs made in student housing units.
110 UNI proposes 7 percent room, board increase
Northern Iowan 77:40, p.1
Cost of full board double occupancy room would rise to $1520; extra revenue would be used for several projects.
111 Seven buildings to be remodeled for better energy efficiency
Northern Iowan 76:41, p.6
Seven UNI buildings will be remodeled as part of an energy conservation project. The buildings included in this project are the Commons, the Education Center, Gilchrist Hall, the Library, Russell Hall, Sabin Hall, and Seerley Hall; will cost $450,000.
112 Contracts approved
Northern Iowan 76:32, p.9
Contracts for handicapped accessibility improvements were accepted at the recent Board of Regents meeting.
113 An alumna's eyeview of the campus
Alumnus 64:4, p.16
Vera Stutsman Smith visits campus and looks for familiar places; photo.
114 Maucker Union--the Commons to the present
Northern Iowan 75:48, p.8
The metamorphosis of the Union from the Commons to its present location.
115 No smoking area popular: Commons cafeteria
Northern Iowan 74:40, p.1
Students ask for and get a non-smoking area in the Commons.
116 Campus changes
Alumnus 62:4, p.6
Changes in campus buildings and landscapes; photo.
117 Commons remodeling approved
Northern Iowan 69:18, p.4
Will prepare facilities for Educational Media Center.
118 Don't close the food service
Northern Iowan 68:52, p.2

Does not like plan to close some food lines on weekends.

119 UNI to host driver education conference
Public Relations News Release 1972:256, p.1
The third annual North Central Region American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA) Seminar will be held Jan. 22-23 at UNI.
120 UNI to host driver education conference
Public Relations News Release 1972:256, p.1
The third annual North Central Region American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA) Seminar will be held Jan. 22-23 at UNI; attendees.
121 Cutline
Public Relations News Release 1972:233, p.1
A play on the philosophy and techniques of Marathon House drug rehabilitation centers will be presented at UNI on the Controversial Speakers Program on Jan. 12 in the Commons Ballroom.
122 Cutline
Public Relations News Release 1972:233, p.1
A play on the philosophy and techniques of Marathon House drug rehabilitation centers will be presented at UNI on the Controversial Speakers Program on Jan. 12 in the Commons Ballroom.
123 Cutline
Public Relations News Release 1972:233, p.1
A play on the philosophy and techniques of Marathon House drug rehabilitation centers will be presented at UNI on the Controversial Speakers Program on Jan. 12 in the Commons Ballroom.
124 Workshop for Secondary Principals to be Held at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1972:232, p.1
A workshop on teacher evaluation will be held in the Commons, Jan. 10-11.
125 From soup to nuts: the UNI Dining Centers
UNI Quarterly 3:2, p.75
Lengthy look at history of food service and present facilities; photo.
126 "Marathon" to be Featured on UNI Controversial Speakers Program
Public Relations News Release 1972:210, p.1
Marathon House will be appearing on the UNI Controversial Speakers Program on Jan. 12 in the Commons Ballroom.
127 Cutline
Public Relations News Release 1972:119, p.1
Double bassist Bertram Turetzky will present a recial on Nov. 5 in Music Hall.
128 New York Clergyman to Appear on UNI Controversial Speakers Program.
Public Relations News Release 1972:123, p.1
Rev. Melvin E. Schoonover will be the next speaker of the Controversial Speakers Program that is being held in the Commons Ballroom on Nov. 8.
129 Premier Performance on UNI Prof's Choral Work to be Presented
Public Relations News Release 1972:125, p.1
"Forces III," a choral work composed by Dr. Peter Michaelides will highlight a concert to be presented by the UNI Symphonic Band and Concert Chorale in Music Hall on Nov. 7.
130 Unusual Weekend of Contemporary Music to be Presented at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1972:113, p.1
Sponored by the music department, performances will be in Music Hall and the Commons Ballroom.
131 President of Rath Packing Company to Speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1972:109, p.1
Harry G. Slife will speak at UNI on Nov. 4; sponsored by the Economics Club.
132 UNI to Host Elementary Leaders Conference Nov. 19
Public Relations News Release 1972:98, p.1
21st annual conference is being held in the Commons Ballroom.
133 12th Annual Secondary Guidance and Student Personnel Conference to be Held at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1972:47, p.1
The conference will be held Oct. 8 in the University Union. 300 high school guidance conselors and student personnel officers are expected to attend.
134 UNI to Host State and Community Leaders Oct. 2
Public Relations News Release 1972:45, p.1
Gov. Robert Ray and other guests will be attending annual UNI State and Community Day; list of guests
135 UNI Fall Semester to Begin
Public Relations News Release 1972:2, p.1
Classes begin Sept. 13; dates and schedules
136 Alumni Service Awards Presented at 88th Annual UNI Alumni-Faculty Reunion
Public Relations News Release 1971:658, p.1
List of awardees during the presentation given on May 30.
137 UNI Spring Reunion Scheduled for May 29-30
Public Relations News Release 1971:650, p.1
UNI will honor the classes of 1911, 1921, 1931, and 1946 at is annual Alumni-Faculty Spring Revunion scheduled to be held May 29-30; times and location schedule
138 "Idea Market" to be at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1971:617, p.1
An exhibit of instructional materials by some 200 UNI students enrolled in elementary methods and materials classes will be held May 13 in the Commons Ballroom; planning committee members
139 EMCEC to Sponsor Ball
Public Relations News Release 1971:579, p.1
A semi-formal ball will be held in the Commons Ballroom on May 8th.
140 UNI 'Mother of the Year' Selected
Public Relations News Release 1971:577, p.1
Clarence Sievert has been named "Mother of the Year" and will be honored at Mother's Day activities at UNI from April 30-May 2.
141 UNI English Club to Sponsor Workshop on Teaching of Writing
Public Relations News Release 1971:546, p.1
"How to Teach Writing" workshop is being sponsored by the English Club.
142 Ten UNI Students and Local CPA Honored at Business Recognition Dinner
Public Relations News Release 1971:538, p.1
The dinner was held in the Commons on April 14 to recognize scholastic and business achievements.
143 Workshop for Educational Office Personnel to be Held at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1971:438, p.1
500 Iowa educational clerical personnel are expected to attend the eight annual Workshop for Educational Office Personnel being held at UNI on March 30 and 31.
144 Dr. Montgomery to Speak at UNI's Winer Convocation
Public Relations News Release 1971:366, p.1
Dr. John W. Montgomery will present "Christianity: Fact or Fiction?" at the annual UNI Winter Convocation on Feb. 15 in the University Auditorium.
145 Dr. Montgomery to Speak at UNI's Winter Convocation
Public Relations News Release 1971:365, p.1
Dr. John W. Montgomery will present "Christianity: Fact or Fiction?" at the annual UNI Winter Convocation on Feb. 15 in the University Auditorium.
146 Foreign Language Teachers Workshop to be Held at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:323, p.1
200 Iowa high school and college teachers of French, German, and Spanish are scheduled to participate in a workshop on the teaching of foreign language and culture on Jan. 29-30 at UNI.
147 Madrigal Dinner Tickets Sold Out at NUHS
Public Relations News Release 1970:215, p.1
Tickets are sold out for the Northern University High School's third annual "madrigal dinner" which is happening Dec. 15 and 16 in University Hall in the Union.
148 Michigan Prof to Address UNI Elementary Leaders Conference
Public Relations News Release 1970:197, p.1
Dr. Morrel J. Clute of Wayne State University will serve as keynote speaker at the UNI Elementary Leaders Conference on Nov. 20 in the Commons.
149 Iowa Elementary Leaders Scheduled to Meet at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:183, p.1
Over 300 educators are scheduled to attend the 20th annual UNI Elementary Leaders Conference Nov. 20 in the Commons.
150 Iowa Elementary Leaders Scheduled to Meet at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:183, p.1
Over 300 educators are scheduled to attend the 20th annual UNI Elementary Leaders Conference Nov. 20 in the Commons.
151 UNI to Host Professional Education Conference
Public Relations News Release 1970:140, p.1
Educators representing the Central States Colleges and Universities similar to UNI will be attending the conference, to be held Nov. 5-6.
152 1700 Expected to Attend Prospective Teacher Day at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:130, p.1
Prospective Teacher Day is a state-wide program involving 20 Iowa colleges.
153 Israeli Representative to Speak on UNI Controversial Speakers Program
Public Relations News Release 1970:105, p.1
Yitzhak Leor, will be the second speaker on the 1970-71 UNI Controversial Speakers Program.
154 Palestinian Liberation Representative to Appear at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:49, p.1
Saadat Hasan will speak in the UNI Commons Ballroom on Monday, October 5.
155 UNI Staff Member is Flower Expert
Public Relations News Release 1970:3, p.1
UNI grounds gardener Mel Handerg takes pride in his work.
156 Alumni Awards Presented at 87th UNI Alumni-Faculty Reunion
Public Relations News Release 1969:619, p.1
Awards were presented for meritorious service to UNI, its alumni, and the state of Iowa at the event.
157 New honorary fraternity to be installed at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1969:455, p.1
Phi Upsilon Omicron, national honoary fraternity in home economics, will be installed at UNI. Reception for the new chapter is in the Georgian Lounge of the Commons with a banquet in the Towers Dining Room.
158 UNI to Host Professional Education Seminar
Public Relations News Release 1969:140, p.1
Seminar on the field of teacher education.
159 1969 UNI Homecoming Schedule
Public Relations News Release 1969:82, p.1
1969 UNI Homecoming Schedule. Theme is "An Odyssey".
160 Previews
Northern Iowan 65:52, p.3
Activities and meetings.
161 Ombudsman
Northern Iowan 65:45, p.2
Questions about Greek grades and service in the Commons.
162 What now for Commons?
Northern Iowan 65:20, p.8

With upcoming completion of new Union building, the Commons will serve as a dining and lounge center for Bartlett, Lawther, and Baker Halls; photo.

163 Snack bar discrimination
Northern Iowan 65:9, p.2
Letter relates incident in which students were refused service because they were wearing Humphrey campaign buttons.
164 Untitled
Northern Iowan 65:8, p.2
Giant fly eats with students in the Commons.
165 Untitled
Alumnus 53:1, p.
South side of newly-remodeled Commons; photo.
166 New buildings transform SCI
College Eye 63:56, p.7
Survey of construction just completed or now underway; photo.
167 Untitled
College Eye 63:44, p.2
Faculty Men's Lounge in the Commons; photo.
168 'Gaslight' to be tonight in Commons
College Eye 63:35, p.5
Bonnie Koloc will sing at campus cabaret.
169 Winter cabaret tickets on sale in Commons
College Eye 63:34, p.4
170 Commons coffee distasteful
College Eye 63:26, p.3
Asks for a change in the coffee at the Commons.
171 Commons juke box may be played anytime
College Eye 63:21, p.4
Union Policy Board also considers altering composition of board.
172 Rainstorm damage includes buckling floors, jigsaws
College Eye 63:7, p.9
5.5 inches of rain on August 20 causes flooding in PLS, Bartlett Hall, Campbell Hall, and the Commons; $9540 in damage.
173 Little space in Commons; need activity coordinator
College Eye 63:5, p.1
Comments on student opinions of the Union Program Council; photo..
174 The campus changes!
College Eye 63:3, p.8
Photos of construction being done in the Science Hall, Commons, and the Regents Center; photo.
175 Building program on the rise at SCI
Alumnus 51:3, p.5
Noehren Hall will soon be completed; $1.8 million Union Building underway this fall; $631,000 addition to Administration Building; new $2.8 million dorm, temporarily called North Hall, to house 600 men; photo.
176 Union office in SE Rider
College Eye 60:59, p.4
During Commons remodeling.
177 Food service in Commons closes May 28
College Eye 60:57, p.1
To allow beginning of construction.
178 Construction alters face of campus
Alumnus 51:2, p.3
Work on $3.5 million Science Building begins; Noehren Hall, fourth unit of Regents Complex underway; Regents approve $2.88 million for another new dorm; $900,000 Commons remodeling on schedule; architects completing plans for University Union; photo.
179 Untitled
Alumnus 51:2, p.
Campus scenes including Commons construction; photo.
180 Board approves speech clinic, pump and well
College Eye 60:50, p.6
Will remodel four rooms in Auditorium Building; well will furnish refrigeration for Commons.
181 SCI changes: the near future
College Eye 60:50, p.4
A lengthy survey of campus construction projects that are now or will shortly be underway; photo.
182 Anyone noted SCI's crumbling campus?
College Eye 60:45, p.2
Believes rush to build new buildings results in poor quality construction.
183 Cabaret worth another try
College Eye 60:41, p.2
Hopes that another "night club idea" is tried at Commons.
184 SCI's eating problems . . .
College Eye 60:36, p.2
Student complains about losing money in the vending machines at the new student lounge; student claims the automated process at Commons is efficient but yet there are lines of students behind her waiting to be served.
185 Union films consistently good, viewed under poor conditions
College Eye 60:32, p.2
Complains that watching movies in the Commons is less than enjoyable because of uncomfortable seats, poor sound production and the lack of refreshments.
186 Untitled
College Eye 60:30, p.8
The mezzanine in the Commons will be transformed.
187 Commons remodeling on schedule, done by Aug. 15
College Eye 60:29, p.8
Dale Brostrom talks about the remodeling stages and the expected outcomes.
188 Which should wait: garbage or tradition
College Eye 60:29, p.2
Claims that the money to buy new bells for the Campanile could be used for more important things.
189 State of the Union, 1965--Third in a series: Maucker: No need to save particular tree
College Eye 60:18, p.3
President Maucker talks about his plans for campus, and especially about the site for the new Union; photo.
190 To cost $900,000: Face-lifting for Commons as workmen begin remodeling
College Eye 60:16, p.1
Will enlarge and enclose balcony; will improve food service facilities; description of other changes; should be completed by August 1966; photo.
191 Beer in Commons will do no harm, may do good
College Eye 60:13, p.2
Claims that selling beer in Commons will keep students, who are of age, out of sleazy taverns.
192 Board of Regents considers sale of beer in Unions
College Eye 60:11, p.1
Will consider measure at next meeting; also approve budget for Commons remodeling and increase in physical plant building budget; will remodel old library reading room into classrooms.
193 Food service should be same at Commons, Regents
College Eye 60:9, p.2
Believes that students at Commons should be offered the same food as those dining at Regents.
194 Regents approve plans for new construction
Alumnus 50:3, p.17
Authorize new union building and remodeling of Commons.
195 Fall enrollment to be limited, back circle new union site
College Eye 59:42, p.1
Enrollment will be limited to 6125; construction of Union on Back Circle may start in spring 1966; $800,000 remodeling project approved for Commons.
196 Freshmen must grow up to fit role as collegians
College Eye 59:14, p.2
Freshmen should have learned their obligations to SCI by now; cites rowdy behavior in Commons.
197 SLB asks for reversion to former Commons policy
College Eye 59:14, p.3
Urge restoration of furniture to original locations; also consider Gilbert Green as controversial speaker.
198 Students wishes unheeded in union changes: Nagle
College Eye 59:13, p.1
Controversy surrounding a variety of changes made in the Commons including location of television, decoration of Christmas tree, and use of facilities.
199 Suggestions offered for new SCI student union
College Eye 59:13, p.2
Expresses frustration at Union Policy Board's failure to listen to student suggestions; offers sarcastic suggestions.
200 Dissatisfaction over Commons' changes
College Eye 59:12, p.2
Unhappy with shifts in equipment and furnishings; request meeting with Union Policy Board.