Curris--Constantine William (President of UNI)

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	Title	Date	Summary
551	Presidential hopeful visits UNI: Babbitt knocks Reagan; discusses goals, beliefs Olson--Carol Kathleen (Class of 1990) Northern Iowan 83:37, p.1	2/13/1987	President Curris shakes hands with Bruce Babbitt; photo.
552	The Allnighter's Club Marlow--Paul S. (Class of 1988) Northern Iowan 83:36, p.2	2/10/1987	President Curris prepares a march on Des Moines in protest of low funding.
553	Another record spring enrollment for UNI Public Relations News Release 1987:213, p.1	2/9/1987	The Board of Regents and President Curris place an enrollment cap of 11,500 students on the university after a record enrollment of students, which adversely affected the quality of education.
554	UNI names recipients of prestigious Presidential Scholarships Public Relations News Release 1986:186, p.1	1/26/1987	The second set of high school seniors to receive the Presidential Scholarships was selected. The scholarships cover four years of tuition and living costs for the students. Includes a list of recipients with their hometowns.
555	Old Gold yearbook done by computer Public Relations News Release 1986:143, p.1	12/22/1986	The Old Gold staff utilizes three computer programs in assembling the yearbook. These programs allow the yearbook staff to create photo captions, insert photo blocks, and automatically sort student names. Includes interviews with two staff members.
556	New art building on UNI campus named for emeritus president John J. Kamerick Public Relations News Release 1986:141, p.1	12/19/1986	The Board of Regents approves the naming of the art building after former President John Kamerick. President Curris and Professor Lee Thomson recount the accomplishments of Kamerick, who was responsible for securing funds for the Communication Art Center.
557	UNI to graduate more than 600 at Saturday (Dec. 20) ceremony in UNI-dome Public Relations News Release 1986:142, p.1	12/19/1986	Four-hundred of six-hundred and fifty graduating students attended the fall graduation ceremony held in the UNI-Dome. Judith Harrington served as commencement marshal, alongside President Curris.
558	Regents approve program, architect for UNI union addition, other business Public Relations News Release 1986:139, p.1	12/18/1986	The Board of Regents approved the construction of a multipurpose room, food area, and lobby in Maucker Union. They also approved the destruction of the Anthropology Building, and the appointment of new directors of conference services and financial aids.
559	UNI names recipients of prestigious Presidential & Merit scholarships Public Relations News Release 1986:135, p.1	12/16/1986	Four-year renewable Presidential and Merit scholarships were granted to one-hundred and twenty high school seniors. Students must have had an ACT score of twenty-eight, and been in the top tenth percent of their class. Includes a list of recipients.
560	Tuition in Iowa schools 'bound to go up': Curris Ury--Janet Northern Iowan 83:28, p.3	12/9/1986	President Curris speaks about tuition, admissions standards, plans for Seerley, Wright, and Latham Halls.
561	Tree lighting ceremony, related festivities kick off the holiday season at UNI Public Relations News Release 1987:131, p.1	12/8/1986	The annual tree lighting ceremony was held at Maucker Union, conducted by President Curris. The Mixed Chorus, Folk Dancers, and Price Lab student choir performed for the occasion with appearances by Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
562	Feature notes . . . Northern Iowan 83:26, p.7	11/25/1986	Mirecourt Trio will perform; Paul Gerni will demonstrate pool trick shots; President Curris will meet and talk with students; tree lighting ceremony scheduled.
563	New members named to Publication Board Holbach--Jill Northern Iowan 83:25, p.4	11/21/1986	Jerry Klinkowitz and Mary Franken will join board; some questions about reasons for changes.
564	UNI's holiday tree lighting, craft sale open to the public Dec. 4 (Thursday) Public Relations News Release 1987:114, p.1	11/20/1986	Holiday festivities were hosted in Maucker Union, including dance performances, a choir, and a Christmas themed market of thirty booths. Speakers included President Curris, along with student Mary Hog, who read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas'.
565	Curris to speak Northern Iowan 83:21, p.4	11/7/1986	Will speak to USI.
566	UNI's first presidential scholars honored at on-campus reception Public Relations News Release 1987:84, p.1	10/30/1986	The first fifteen students to receive the Presidential Scholars awards were presented by Constantine Curris. In order to qualify, students must have scored twenty-eight on the ACT, and graduated in the top ten percent of their high school classes.
567	Newly-renovated UNI auditorium makes its formal debut Public Relations News Release 1987:82, p.1	10/29/1986	Covers the renovation of the university's auditorium. Seating, carpeting, and lighting were improved, as well as the brick roadways running alongside the building. A dedication performance by Karen Holvik was held upon completion of the renovation.
568	Curris kitchen remodeled; appliances not working Bingham--Elizabeth (Class of 1915) Northern Iowan 83:18, p.6	10/28/1986	Kitchen was remodeled in $183,000 renovation of President's House in 1983; some appliances and systems do not work properly.
569	UNI rugby team commended for efforts to help Baxter tornado victims Public Relations News Release 1987:72, p.1	10/21/1986	University rugby players carried nursing home residents to shelter when the town of Baxter was struck by a tornado after a match in Newton. When the storm died, the team helped the Baxter disaster team block roads to areas that had been destroyed.
570	Untitled Davis--Dan Northern Iowan 83:16, p.3	10/21/1986	Criticizes UNI's enrollment cap.
571	Vague language criticized Nicholas--Randal R. Northern Iowan 83:13, p.2	10/10/1986	Criticizes a lighting project on campus as well as the language used by University administrators to describe it.
572	Legislature to blame Northern Iowan 83:9, p.2	9/26/1986	Discusses some possible causes of the recent enrollment cap.
573	Benefit concert to feature Curris Schlobohm--Jack S. (Class of 1991) Northern Iowan 83:8, p.12	9/23/1986	Harry Slife and President Curris will narrate part of show; photo.
574	Curris' support Northern Iowan 83:8, p.2	9/23/1986	Commends UNI's president for defending non-traditional students.
575	Band member grateful Martens--Amy L. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 83:7, p.2	9/19/1986	A band member thanks UNI President Curris for the opportunity for the recent band trip.
576	UNI suffers 'Iowa penalty' Olson--Lynn Northern Iowan 83:7, p.1	9/19/1986	President Curris speaks to faculty on lack of funding, quality of teacher education, and landscaping projects; photo.
577	Student guide Reicks--Rodney Eugene (Class of 1988) Northern Iowan 83:2, p.9	8/29/1986	Greetings from officials; list of phone numbers; important offices on campus.
578	First Ed.D. graduate to be honored at UNI commencement exercises Aug. 1 (Friday) Public Relations News Release 1986:491, p.1	7/24/1986	Cheryl Budlong completes the Doctorate of Education. Her commencement ceremony was held in the UNI-Dome, where she was given the doctoral hood by Constantine Curris and John Downey.
579	Verna Kennedy retires after 45 years in UNI Controller's Office Public Relations News Release 1986:469, p.1	7/2/1986	She says "What I'll miss are the people I've worked with through the years, as well as the University community. This has been a wonderful place to work;" there was a reception held in her honor; only one other person has worked at UNI longer.
580	More than 1,000 UNI graduates awarded degrees Public Relations News Release 1986:459, p.1	6/13/1986	Sue Fleming delivered the student address and received a Purple and Old Gold award.
581	Gift will benefit heart attack victims Northern Iowa Today 14:3, p.6	6/1/1986	Century Companies donate $20,000 for cardiac rehabilitation program; photo.
582	Seminar to turn the economy around Northern Iowa Today 14:3, p.3	6/1/1986	Two day seminar will feature nationally-known speakers.
583	'Golden Class' celebrating with special reunion events on campus Public Relations News Release 1986:415, p.1	5/7/1986	Thirty-five class members from 1936 and their spouses are expected at the event; members of the honored class will participate in Saturday's commencement by wearing their cap and gowns.
584	UNI Cardiac Rehabilitation Program awarded $20,000 scholarship by Waverly's Century Companies of America Public Relations News Release 1986:404, p.1	5/1/1986	The insurance company's donation will be used to purchase equipment and provide funds to participants who otherwise could not afford to attend the program.
585	Nationally-known economic developers to share successful economic development programs at UNI seminar May 15-16 Public Relations News Release 1986:400, p.1	4/30/1986	The two-day program will focus on new ideas and solutions to the economic development issues faced by the State of Iowa; there will be speakers and a chance for hands-on learning in a case study/role play session.
586	UNI to graduate nearly 1,200 in exercises May 10 Public Relations News Release 1986:399, p.1	4/30/1986	The graduates include both undergraduate and graduate students; Fleming will give the address; Iseminger is seventy-two years old; members of the alumni class of 1936 will be honored.
587	28th annual recognition breakfast May 3 to honor 41 long-term UNI employees Public Relations News Release 1986:392, p.1	4/24/1986	The breakfast will honor employees who have worked at UNI for at least ten years; Windham and Matheson will provide the entertainment; list of those being honored.
588	Regents name UNI Library for its longtime director, Donald Rod Public Relations News Release 1986:385, p.1	4/23/1986	Rod has been the library director for thirty-three years and will retire in June; Curris noted that Rod is known for his warm collegiality; the Regents' decision was unanimous; he has also worked as a library design consultant.
589	Nominations now being accepted for Lux Medallion award for outstanding service to UNI Public Relations News Release 1986:322, p.1	3/25/1986	The third annual award will be presented at Homecoming to two undergraduate students who best represent the ideal of service to UNI; five finalists will be selected from the nominations and then interviewed to determine the two winners.
590	UNI Black Hawk County Alumni chapter chartered; officers elected Public Relations News Release 1986:310, p.1	3/17/1986	There are six thousand UNI alumni living in Black Hawk County; this is the second alumni chapter created in Iowa; the first was created in Des Moines in 1985.
591	Take it or leave it Skinner--Gwynne Northern Iowan 82:40, p.2	3/4/1986	Upset with the purported actions of President Curris and the UNISA administration.
592	Budget cuts and enrollment increases force admissions limit Northern Iowa Today 14:2, p.1	3/1/1986	Committee studying enrollment limitations to meet financial problems.
593	Seminar room honors dynamic professor Northern Iowa Today 14:2, p.	3/1/1986	Baker room 72 named for Josef Fox; brief biographical sketch; tributes; photo.
594	University wrestles with tough budget-cutting decisions Northern Iowa Today 14:2, p.3	3/1/1986	List of ten cost-cutting measures designed to meet 3.85% reversion of funds mandated by governor.
595	UNI record spring enrollment official Public Relations News Release 1986:242, p.1	2/6/1986	There are 10,728 students enrolled in the spring 1986 semester; this is a two percent increase over last spring semester.
596	UNI projects record spring enrollment Public Relations News Release 1986:230, p.1	1/31/1986	The official count is expected to be around 10,700 which is a 1.5% increase from last spring; this fall also had record enrollment numbers.
597	Fox's mission: wake students up: Friends colleagues reminisce McIlrath--James Harley (Classes of 1986 and 1999) Northern Iowan 82:29, p.5	1/24/1986	Quick excerpts from speeches made at the dedication of the Fox seminar room.
598	Friday Morning . . . Schwieder--David Northern Iowan 82:29, p.3	1/24/1986	Describes problems that lazy students have to face every day.
599	Fundraising for museum underway Northern Iowan 82:28, p.11	1/21/1986	Building purchased for $175,000; $160,000 renovation project had just begun when it was stopped due to shortage of funds; collection boxed and stored in Physical Plant Building; will undertake fundraising campaign.
600	Regents approve UNI enrollment limit concept Public Relations News Release 1986:204, p.1	1/15/1986	The approval basically allows UNI to explore different options for limiting enrollment levels.

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