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Construction

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1 Construction in motion on campus
Christensen--Caroline (Student--2021), Koehler--Emma (Student--2021)
Northern Iowan 119:2, p.01
8/29/2022 Caroline Christensen writes about the various construction that will continue throughout the year. Buildings including ITTC, Redecker Center, and the Campanile will all have maintenance work done; photo.
2 Roundabouts: the crisis of our times
Jackson--Michael (Student--2015)
Northern Iowan 112:5, p.3
9/14/2015 Columnist Michael Jackson discusses the proposed roundabouts on University Avenue and why he believes people are freaking out over nothing; photo.
3 Faculty struggle with Schindler remodel
Northern Iowan 112:2, p.2
8/31/2015 Due to the remodeling of Schindler Education Center, many faculty members were forced to move from their offices and lose some of their workspace; 260 courses that were taught in Schindler Education Center will be taught elsewhere on campus.
4 Schindler remodel is necessary
Gravert--Gabe (Student--2015)
Northern Iowan 111:54, p.4
4/30/2015 Gabe Gravert shares his joy about the new renovation plans set for Schindler; photo
5 New plaza on Main Street
Keiser--Erin Rose (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 111:34, p.1
2/9/2015 The City of Cedar Falls is continuing plans to renovate the downtown area to re-unite Cedar Falls with the Cedar River; photo.
6 University Avenue to undergo construction
Noble--Cassidy
Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1
9/15/2014 Repairs on University Avenue are set to commence in 2016.
7 University Avenue to undergo construction
Noble--Cassidy (Student--2014)
Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1
9/15/2014 Repairs on University Avenue are set to commence in 2016.
8 Baker Hall updates
Noble--Cassidy
Northern Iowan 111:3, p.1
9/8/2014 The demolition of Baker Hall is set to be complete in October of 2014; photo.
9 Gas tax stalls in Iowa legislature before starting
Prigeon--Correy Travis (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:30, p.1
1/23/2014 The proposed Iowa gas tax would be used by the Department of Transportation to fix roadways and bridges. Many road projects are not receiving funding, and the tax may fix this problem. Some fear that the tax could have a negative impact in this economy.
10 Renovations finishing up in Maucker Union
Rankin--Meghan Christine (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:20, p.1
11/5/2013 The renovations to Maucker Union are finishing up. These renovations include remodeling the International Students and Scholars Office as well as creating offices for the Student Involvement Center; photo.
11 UNI to celebrate renovated living and dining spaces
Public Relations News Release 2013:70, p.1
9/26/2013 UNI has added on more than 128,000 square feet onto living, dining, and lounge space. The renovations took place in the Redeker Center as well as Panther Village. There will be a dedication celebration with tours and refreshments to follow.
12 Construction continues at Bartlett Hall
Hausler--Jonathan Wesley (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:3, p.1
9/6/2013 Construction on Bartlett Hall has been going on for over a year, but the end is in sight. All renovations are expected to be done by the end of this semester. Faculty and students are excited for the completion of this project; photo.
13 Sabin Hall renovation another milestone in UNI sustainability
Public Relations News Release 2013:15, p.1
8/13/2013 The renovations to Sabin Hall have been awarded the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Gold status. UNI has worked very hard to progress towards being a sustainable campus.
14 Renovations planned for Maucker Union: Student Involvement Center, International Services to be updated
Peterson--Caitlin Anne (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:55, p.1
6/14/2013 Construction will soon start on the upper level of Maucker Union. The Student Involvement Center and International Services will face renovations. An LGBT and Military and Veterans Centers will be added.
15 Biscotti's temporarily relocated to Shull Hall
Campbell--Colby David (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:28, p.1
1/18/2013 Biscotti's moved to the basement of Shull Hall because of construction to expand the dining and office complex. When construction is complete, a larger Piazza dining center with additional seating and student lounges will be available; photo
16 News in photos: Hudson Road bridge construction
Baker--Brandon Lee (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:60, p.1
7/20/2012 The bridge over Hudson Road is being rebuilt. Improvements to the structure and walking surface are planned; photo.
17 Board of Regents approves schematic designs for Redeker Center expansion
Koolbeck--Alex Elizabeth (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 108:36, p.1
2/14/2012 Department of Residence is hoping that the design phase for the Redeker expansion is completed by late April. Planning is under way to inconvenience students as little as possible.
18 UNI receives grant for bridge safety research
Public Relations News Release 2011:130, p.1
12/6/2011 The Department of Industrial Technology will work with the Iowa Department of Transportation to evaluate the condition of local bridges using a Structural Health Monitoring System.
19 UNI organizations help build house for Extreme Makeover
Firman--Tehrene Victoria (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 108:13, p.1
10/11/2011 The Extreme Makeover house is completed with help from hundreds of volunteers. Over seventy volunteers from the Construction Management program at UNI helped in the project. The students spent more than one thousand hours on the project; photo.
20 Construction hits campus
Koolbeck--Alex Elizabeth (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:60, p.3
7/22/2011 Each summer construction projects appear on campus. This summer there are many projects that are smaller in nature; photo.
21 Businesses partner to create ABC of Iowa Jim Franken Endowed Scholarship to benefit UNI students
Public Relations News Release 2010:7, p.1
8/12/2010 ABC of Iowa is a statewide non-profit construction trade association located in Waukee. The scholarship honors the late Jim Franken, former CEO of Interstates Electric and Engineering and past chair of the ABC of Iowa Board of Directors.
22 UNI Construction Management program receives $75,000
O'Loughlin--Emily (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 106:50, p.6
4/16/2010 Master Builders of Iowa have awarded money to be used toward receiving accreditation from the American Council of Construction Education; photo.
23 Master Builders of Iowa strengthen UNI's construction management program with $75,000 gift
Public Relations News Release 2009:370, p.1
4/1/2010 "MBI" is stepping up to assist our vital construction career programs so they can continue to play a major role in preparing a skilled workforce to rebuild Iowa" according to Chairman of the Board Mike Tousley, of the Weitz Company.
24 UNI construction team advances to final round at national competition
Public Relations News Release 2009:315, p.1
3/4/2010 A total of 23 schools from across the country sent teams to the competition in San Diego, which is part of the Associated Builders and Contractors national convention, according to Shaham VarzaVand. Students listed.
25 Faculty and students judge construction projects
Public Relations News Release 2009:171, p.1
11/13/2009 Industrial technology faculty and students recently participated in the Associated Builders and Contractors of Iowa awards banquet in Des Moines.The group, all part of the construction management program, judged project presentations.
26 Wellness/Recreation Center; free weight room is under renovation
Haines--Gregory Lee (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:2, p.11
9/1/2009 New and exciting projects will enhance the facility and provide additional hours for use of the free weight room. The room has been completely gutted from floor to ceiling. New paint, equipment, and lighting will be installed.
27 Panther Portraits
Bardsley--Laura Lee (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:48, p.2
4/10/2009 Scenes from Kamerick Art Building and construction of 23rd Street parking facility; photo.
28 Shame on Cedar Falls
Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 105:24, p.3
11/21/2008 Cedar Falls taken to task for changing parking regulations, renter's ordinance, lost parking spaces due construction, and College Street still in disarray. Suggested that the city fathers adopt the attitude of "Students First".
29 The upside of graduation
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 105:22, p.3
11/14/2008 The wind, tests and quizzes, the library, construction, and overpriced food are a few of the things that will not be missed upon graduation.
30 Vanishing farmland bodes ill for the future
O'Loughlin--Emily (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:16, p.6
10/25/2008 Believes that good farmland needs to be protected from urban development, so that it may be used for food production and biofuels. Building without planning changes our environment; photo.
31 College Hill Partnership to benefit area
Osborn--Benjamin Tyler (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:11, p.3
10/7/2008 New street construction is the first step in a complete face lift for the College Hill District; photo.
32 Construction continues on Gilchrist
Northern Iowan 105:3, p.1
9/9/2008 Entry canopy installed on west entrance to Gilchrist Hall. Minor construction continues inside; photo.
33 What's that noise?
Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 105:2, p.7
9/5/2008 Construction noise from streets and the parking garage serves as an alarm clock for students. Unfortunately, some work is beginning at 6:00AM. This may violate the city code and working agreements with the University.
34 College Hill getting revitalizing facelift
Fleming--Rachel M. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 104:47, p.1
4/8/2008 College Hill Streetscape Program will include water and storm sewer lines; plus improvements in the aesthetics of the area; photo.
35 Reconstructing College Hill
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:46, p.7
4/4/2008 Commentary on the city's plan to revamp the business district on College Street and the surrounding area.
36 Culture Corner: Our crumbling infrastructure
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.5
2/15/2008 Considers College Street construction project and the disagreement among members of the Republican party over John McCain.
37 Culture Corner; signs of the apocalypse
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:18, p.5
10/26/2007 Trick and treating ending before dark, pro-life campaign, and constant construction seen as signs of inevitable end of days.
38 Culture Corner: The Grinch
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:4, p.7
9/7/2007 Has concerns about construction noise, inconvenience, and safety in the College Hill area.
39 Construction projects reconsidered
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:3, p.5
8/31/2007 Questions the timing and selection of campus construction projects; requests more student oriented improvements; photo.
40 Students must learn to deal with area road construction
Calcara--Sally A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:1, p.3
8/24/2007 Students find major street construction upon their return; work under way on College Street, Campus Street, and University Avenue.
41 Panther Portraits
Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 104:1, p.2
7/13/2007 Campus scenes; photo.
42 Construction takes students' needs to heart
Hawthorne--Morgan L. A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 103:58, p.1
6/22/2007 Facilities Planning Advisory Committee keeps students in mind as construction projects take place; photo.
43 Constructing a (beer) fountain of youth
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 103:56, p.3
6/8/2007 Writer fantasizes about campus improvement projects; would like to see beer fountains; photo.
44 Summer campus upgrades deserve patience from all
Hawthorne--Morgan L. A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 103:56, p.3
6/8/2007 A look at construction projects on campus; believes students should take the long view despite current inconveniences.
45 Student Voices
Northern Iowan 103:54, p.9
4/24/2007 Students respond to the question; "Do you feel inconvienced by the construction on campus"?
46 Construction walls
Butler--Daniel J. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 103:17, p.9
10/24/2006 Concern noted with the placement of construction fences on campus.
47 Board of Regents to meet May 3 and 4
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
5/3/2006 Regents will meet at UNI; list of topic discussions including mandatory fees, parking fees, and budget issues.
48 Russell Hall renovation fund exceeds goal
Northern Iowan 102:37, p.6
2/14/2006 Surpass $2 million goal; state will contribute $7.8 million; will include upgrades and new work; may begin in February 2007 and be complete by August 2008.
49 Worker falls from McLeod construction site
Kelly--Ned (Student--2004)
Northern Iowan 102:26, p.1
12/2/2005 A man from Young Plumbing and Heating, who was working on the McLeod Center, was sent to Covenant Medical Center with a head injury; photo.
50 Welcome back
Koob--Robert D. (Class of 1962; President of UNI)
Northern Iowan 102:1, p.1
8/26/2005 Letter from President Koob talks about exciting things happening at UNI; photo.

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