Curris--Constantine William [President of UNI]
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| 501 | 'Way Up V' to offer 'Connections for the Future' Nov. 5-6 in Cedar Rapids Public Relations News Release 1987:90, p.1 |
Professors Patricia Geadelmann, Constantine Curris, and Casey Mahon participate in the "Connections for the Future" women's conference. The conference includes workshops on hiring minorities, advisory boards, social issues, and marketing strategies. | |
| 502 | The Ducks of Prexy's Pond Northern Iowan 84:16, p.2 |
Duck proposes to attack President Curris for taking their home. | |
| 503 | Blake deserves partial credit for meeting Northern Iowan 84:15, p.2 |
States that resolution introduced by Carl Blake was also responsible for the conference. | |
| 504 | Curris holds open press conference Northern Iowan 84:15, p.1 |
President Curris talks about tuition, non-operational fire alarms, and delayed construction | |
| 505 | Curris to listen to students in open press conference Northern Iowan 84:14, p.4 |
In response to UNISA resolution urging regular meetings with the President. | |
| 506 | Deno; the dream crashes Northern Iowan 84:14, p.2 |
Portrays President Curris and his decision to send a talking condom vending machine to ISU. | |
| 507 | 'The' one-room school presented to University of Northern Iowa in celebration in Pocahontas County Public Relations News Release 1987:76, p.1 |
President Constantine Curris, and Professors Glenn Hansen and Gordon Rhum accept the Marshall Center Schoolhouse on behalf of the university. In attendance were the Gilschrists, the Hanisch family, the Lindquists, and other Teachers College alumni. | |
| 508 | President Curris declares Oct. 19-25 as Alcohol Awareness Week at Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1987:75, p.1 |
Constantine Curris announces October 19-25 as Alcohol Awareness Week, to coincide with National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week. Numerous workshops and activities are held throughout campus to promote responsibility with alcohol use. | |
| 509 | Deno; the tension builds Northern Iowan 84:13, p.2 |
Portrays President Curris at the UNI vs. ISU football game. | |
| 510 | Former student recalls one-room school that's coming to University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1987:63, p.1 |
Constantine Curris officially accepts the moving of the Pocahontas County schoolhouse to UNI campus. Lawrence Hanisch recalls his experiences as both a student and teacher at the one-room school. | |
| 511 | A 'Panther tracks: full steam ahead' UNI Homecoming is planned October 1-4 Public Relations News Release 1987:52, p.1 |
Homecoming activities being with the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Show, a volleyball match in West Gym, and a performance of "The Importance of Being Earnest". Activities continue with a golf tournament, window painting, an ROTC ceremony, and the Volksmarch. | |
| 512 | Women elected officials to gather on University of Northern Iowa campus Oct. 9 Public Relations News Release 1987:53, p.1 |
Lt. Governor of Missouri, Hariett Woods, delivers the keynote address at a conference for women in elective offices at Maucker Union. After the speeches by Woods and Constantine Curris, five workshops on political office and family management are held. | |
| 513 | Conference on Modern Language Teaching Sept. 25-26 at UNI to feature national leaders in field Public Relations News Release 1987:44, p.1 |
Senator Paul Simon and Professor Rose Hayden participate as keynote speakers at the Conference on Modern Language Teaching. President Curris, Carol McBradley Danolds, Paul Hoekstra, Michael Oates, and Paul Burrow conduct opening ceremonies. | |
| 514 | Tuition hike debated at Regents' meeting Northern Iowan 84:7, p.1 |
President Curris makes statement opposing tuition increase. | |
| 515 | Northern Iowa's president, director of financial aid, tell regents students cannot afford a 9 percent tuition increase Public Relations News Release 1987:43, p.1 |
President Curris selects Roland Carrillo to represent the university in opposing the Board of Regents' plan to increase tuition by nine percent. Carrillo explains that many students no longer qualify for financial aid under the new plan. | |
| 516 | Lost in the crowd . . . Northern Iowan 84:6, p.1 |
President and Mrs. Curris watch the Panthers play in the Metro Dome; photo. | |
| 517 | Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 84:5, p.2 |
Beginning of series, "Raiders of the Lost Aud"; adventurer searches campus for the cause of the destruction of the Administration Building. | |
| 518 | President's opinion policy justified by busy schedule Northern Iowan 84:5, p.3 |
Offers advice on dealing effectively with the President. | |
| 519 | Curris speaks of low minority enrollment at faculty address Northern Iowan 84:4, p.1 |
Believes it is a "civic responsibility" to increase minority student enrollment. | |
| 520 | UNISA resolution calls for more meetings with Curris Northern Iowan 84:4, p.6 |
Calls for bi-weekly meetings; other resolutions call for a student art gallery and support for student bookstore. | |
| 521 | Administration stalling bookstore Northern Iowan 84:3, p.2 |
Believes he is getting the runaround on establishing a campus bookstore. | |
| 522 | Push begins for more minorities Nonpareil 71:4, p.19 |
Minority recruiter position established; Juanita Wright fills position. | |
| 523 | Voldseth's retirement might leave gap Northern Iowan 84:3, p.1 |
Search process has been slow; still searching for lobbyist; photo. | |
| 524 | Do you have a few minutes, Dr. Curris? Northern Iowan 84:2, p.2 |
Has had difficulty in setting up a meeting with President Curris. | |
| 525 | President welcomes students to campus Northern Iowan 84:2, p.8 |
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| 526 | Northern Iowa Alumni Association to Sponsor Bus Trip to UNI vs. Minnesota Football Public Relations News Release 1987:440, p.1 |
The Northern Iowa Alumni Association organizes transportation from the UNI-Dome to Minneapolis for a football game. Members of the Alumni Association attend a Charter Club sponsored reception with Coach Darrell Mudra, Constantine Curris, and Bob Bowlsby. | |
| 527 | Notes from Elly Nonpareil 71:3, p.16 |
Recalls watching UNI grow over the years and then becoming part of the scene again herself. | |
| 528 | UNI cartoonist's satire brings him fame . . . No fortune yet Northern Iowa Today 15:3, p.8 |
Paul Marlow's work is beginning to be known around the state; photo. | |
| 529 | Board of Regents authorizes average 12 percent increase in UNI faculty salaries Public Relations News Release 1987:408, p.1 |
The Board of Regents approves a twelve percent increase in faculty salaries. The new merit based salary system was agreed on in a meeting between United Faculty and the Regents. | |
| 530 | Regents approve new education dean for UNI; other business Public Relations News Release 1987:406, p.1 |
The Board of Regents names Professor Thomas Switzer the dean of the College of Education, and Dean Shoars as the director of public safety. Professor John Tarr is named head of the Department of Teaching. | |
| 531 | UNI Commencement ceremonies send 1,200 new graduates into workforce Public Relations News Release 1987:401, p.1 |
Elizabeth Bingham gives the student Commencement address. Constantine Curris confers two doctoral degrees to Kennard Larson, and Jane Hasek. James Martin grants the Doctor of Humane Letters award to Professor William Lang. Includes a list of graduates. | |
| 532 | 'Golden Class' celebrating with special reunion events on campus Public Relations News Release 1987:370, p.1 |
Forty-nine alumni return for the Golden Reunion, with a reception at the home of Constantine Curris, a banquet in the commons, and a noon luncheon in the ballroom. Celebrations end with commencement exercises in the UNI-Dome. The Class of 1937 is listed. | |
| 533 | UNI to graduate nearly 1,200 in exercises May 16 Public Relations News Release 1987:368, p.1 |
Elizabeth Ruth Bingham conducts the student address in the spring commencement ceremonies, where Professor William Lang is awarded a doctor of humane letters degree. President Curris presided over the ceremonies, with the Wind Quintet providing music. | |
| 534 | The Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 83:59, p.2 |
President Curris reflects upon the year's accomplishments at UNI. | |
| 535 | 29th Annual Recognition Breakfast May 9 to honor 33 long-term UNI employees Public Relations News Release 1987:361, p.1 |
President Constantine Curris speaks at the Recognition Breakfast, honor thirty-three recently retired university employees. Entertainment was provided by the Northern Brass Quintet. Honorees are listed by department. | |
| 536 | Teaching program to undergo change to adapt to society Northern Iowan 83:58, p.1 |
President Curris charges Future Directions Committee to chart future teacher education curriculum; committee members offer views. | |
| 537 | Regents grant approval for UNI's Master of Philosophy degree Public Relations News Release 1987:340, p.1 |
The Board of Regents approves the creation of a master of philosophy program, providing exceptional students with individualized training to conduct independent research. | |
| 538 | Deno: First Blood Northern Iowan 83:54, p.2 |
Governor Branstad wanders about campus in a daze. | |
| 539 | Deno: First Blood Northern Iowan 83:52, p.2 |
The kidnapped governor escapes from UNI's Campanile. | |
| 540 | Deno: First Blood Northern Iowan 83:48, p.2 |
Presidents from UNI, ISU, and U of I discuss Governor Terry Branstad. | |
| 541 | Lux Service Medallion nominations taken for outsanding UNI service by students Public Relations News Release 1987:269, p.1 |
Students, faculty, and staff nominate candidates for the Lux Service Medallion. The award is for students who display leadership and character. Nominees must hold a grand point average of 3.0 and have completed forty hours of credit. | |
| 542 | UNI debate team places near top in national honorary conference contests; UNI president honored Public Relations News Release 1987:270, p.1 |
Professor Neil Phillips accompanies two debate teams to the Delta Sigma Rho/Tau Kappa Alpha debate conferences. Two students won forth place at the conference, and President Curris was awarded with the Distinguished Alumnus. | |
| 543 | Deno: First Blood Northern Iowan 83:44, p.2 |
Shows President Deno Curris talking with his wife about the recent kidnapping of Governor Terry Branstad. | |
| 544 | A contributing factor; "town and gown" are working together Nonpareil 71:2, p.2 |
Detailed survey of cooperative efforts between UNI and communities around state including School of Business external services and Office of Community Services; photo. | |
| 545 | Parking rules same for all Northern Iowan 83:41, p.2 |
Feels President Curris misused his power in protecting guests from parking tickets. | |
| 546 | Bush's graduation invitation to be decided today Northern Iowan 83:39, p.1 |
Commencement Committee will make decision. | |
| 547 | Deno: First Blood Northern Iowan 83:37, p.2 |
President Curris prepares student troops for a march on the Iowa Capitol. | |
| 548 | Presidential hopeful visits UNI: Babbitt knocks Reagan; discusses goals, beliefs Northern Iowan 83:37, p.1 |
President Curris shakes hands with Bruce Babbitt; photo. | |
| 549 | The Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 83:36, p.2 |
President Curris prepares a march on Des Moines in protest of low funding. | |
| 550 | Another record spring enrollment for UNI Public Relations News Release 1987:213, p.1 |
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. | |
| 551 | UNI names recipients of prestigious Presidential Scholarships Public Relations News Release 1986:186, p.1 |
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. | |
| 552 | Old Gold yearbook done by computer Public Relations News Release 1986:143, p.1 |
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. | |
| 553 | New art building on UNI campus named for emeritus president John J. Kamerick Public Relations News Release 1986:141, p.1 |
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. | |
| 554 | UNI to graduate more than 600 at Saturday (Dec. 20) ceremony in UNI-dome Public Relations News Release 1986:142, p.1 |
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. | |
| 555 | Regents approve program, architect for UNI union addition, other business Public Relations News Release 1986:139, p.1 |
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. | |
| 556 | UNI names recipients of prestigious Presidential & Merit scholarships Public Relations News Release 1986:135, p.1 |
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. | |
| 557 | Tuition in Iowa schools 'bound to go up': Curris Northern Iowan 83:28, p.3 |
President Curris speaks about tuition, admissions standards, plans for Seerley, Wright, and Latham Halls. | |
| 558 | Tree lighting ceremony, related festivities kick off the holiday season at UNI Public Relations News Release 1987:131, p.1 |
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. | |
| 559 | Feature notes . . . Northern Iowan 83:26, p.7 |
Mirecourt Trio will perform; Paul Gerni will demonstrate pool trick shots; President Curris will meet and talk with students; tree lighting ceremony scheduled. | |
| 560 | New members named to Publication Board Northern Iowan 83:25, p.4 |
Jerry Klinkowitz and Mary Franken will join board; some questions about reasons for changes. | |
| 561 | UNI's holiday tree lighting, craft sale open to the public Dec. 4 (Thursday) Public Relations News Release 1987:114, p.1 |
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'. | |
| 562 | Curris to speak Northern Iowan 83:21, p.4 |
Will speak to USI. | |
| 563 | UNI's first presidential scholars honored at on-campus reception Public Relations News Release 1987:84, p.1 |
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. | |
| 564 | Newly-renovated UNI auditorium makes its formal debut Public Relations News Release 1987:82, p.1 |
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. | |
| 565 | Curris kitchen remodeled; appliances not working Northern Iowan 83:18, p.6 |
Kitchen was remodeled in $183,000 renovation of President's House in 1983; some appliances and systems do not work properly. | |
| 566 | UNI rugby team commended for efforts to help Baxter tornado victims Public Relations News Release 1987:72, p.1 |
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. | |
| 567 | Untitled Northern Iowan 83:16, p.3 |
Criticizes UNI's enrollment cap. | |
| 568 | Vague language criticized Northern Iowan 83:13, p.2 |
Criticizes a lighting project on campus as well as the language used by University administrators to describe it. | |
| 569 | Legislature to blame Northern Iowan 83:9, p.2 |
Discusses some possible causes of the recent enrollment cap. | |
| 570 | Benefit concert to feature Curris Northern Iowan 83:8, p.12 |
Harry Slife and President Curris will narrate part of show; photo. | |
| 571 | Curris' support Northern Iowan 83:8, p.2 |
Commends UNI's president for defending non-traditional students. | |
| 572 | Band member grateful Northern Iowan 83:7, p.2 |
A band member thanks UNI President Curris for the opportunity for the recent band trip. | |
| 573 | UNI suffers 'Iowa penalty' Northern Iowan 83:7, p.1 |
President Curris speaks to faculty on lack of funding, quality of teacher education, and landscaping projects; photo. | |
| 574 | Student guide Northern Iowan 83:2, p.9 |
Greetings from officials; list of phone numbers; important offices on campus. | |
| 575 | First Ed.D. graduate to be honored at UNI commencement exercises Aug. 1 (Friday) Public Relations News Release 1986:491, p.1 |
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. | |
| 576 | Verna Kennedy retires after 45 years in UNI Controller's Office Public Relations News Release 1986:469, p.1 |
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. | |
| 577 | More than 1,000 UNI graduates awarded degrees Public Relations News Release 1986:459, p.1 |
Sue Fleming delivered the student address and received a Purple and Old Gold award. | |
| 578 | Gift will benefit heart attack victims Northern Iowa Today 14:3, p.6 |
Century Companies donate $20,000 for cardiac rehabilitation program; photo. | |
| 579 | Seminar to turn the economy around Northern Iowa Today 14:3, p.3 |
Two day seminar will feature nationally-known speakers. | |
| 580 | 'Golden Class' celebrating with special reunion events on campus Public Relations News Release 1987:370, p.1 |
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. | |
| 581 | UNI Cardiac Rehabilitation Program awarded $20,000 scholarship by Waverly's Century Companies of America Public Relations News Release 1986:404, p.1 |
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. | |
| 582 | Nationally-known economic developers to share successful economic development programs at UNI seminar May 15-16 Public Relations News Release 1986:400, p.1 |
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. | |
| 583 | UNI to graduate nearly 1,200 in exercises May 10 Public Relations News Release 1986:399, p.1 |
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. | |
| 584 | 28th annual recognition breakfast May 3 to honor 41 long-term UNI employees Public Relations News Release 1986:392, p.1 |
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. | |
| 585 | Regents name UNI Library for its longtime director, Donald Rod Public Relations News Release 1986:385, p.1 |
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. | |
| 586 | Nominations now being accepted for Lux Medallion award for outstanding service to UNI Public Relations News Release 1986:322, p.1 |
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. | |
| 587 | UNI Black Hawk County Alumni chapter chartered; officers elected Public Relations News Release 1986:310, p.1 |
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. | |
| 588 | Take it or leave it Northern Iowan 82:40, p.2 |
Upset with the purported actions of President Curris and the UNISA administration. | |
| 589 | Budget cuts and enrollment increases force admissions limit Northern Iowa Today 14:2, p.1 |
Committee studying enrollment limitations to meet financial problems. | |
| 590 | Seminar room honors dynamic professor Northern Iowa Today 14:2, p. |
Baker room 72 named for Josef Fox; brief biographical sketch; tributes; photo. | |
| 591 | University wrestles with tough budget-cutting decisions Northern Iowa Today 14:2, p.3 |
List of ten cost-cutting measures designed to meet 3.85% reversion of funds mandated by governor. | |
| 592 | UNI record spring enrollment official Public Relations News Release 1986:242, p.1 |
There are 10,728 students enrolled in the spring 1986 semester; this is a two percent increase over last spring semester. | |
| 593 | UNI projects record spring enrollment Public Relations News Release 1986:230, p.1 |
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. | |
| 594 | Fox's mission: wake students up: Friends colleagues reminisce Northern Iowan 82:29, p.5 |
Quick excerpts from speeches made at the dedication of the Fox seminar room. | |
| 595 | Friday Morning . . . Northern Iowan 82:29, p.3 |
Describes problems that lazy students have to face every day. | |
| 596 | Fundraising for museum underway Northern Iowan 82:28, p.11 |
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. | |
| 597 | Regents approve UNI enrollment limit concept Public Relations News Release 1986:204, p.1 |
The approval basically allows UNI to explore different options for limiting enrollment levels. | |
| 598 | UNI Museum renovation project to proceed with funding from outside sources Public Relations News Release 1986:197, p.1 |
Development office to head fund raising campaign to not only renovate the museum facility, but also secure funds to upgrade the displays. | |
| 599 | UNI names 15 Presidential Scholars, 15 Merit Scholar recipients Public Relations News Release 1986:194, p.1 |
The students will begin their studies at UNI in the fall of 1986 and are free to choose any major; the Presidential awards are four year full-rides while the Merit awards are two thousand dollars for each four years. List of winners. | |
| 600 | Downsizing state government Alumnus 70:4, p.11 |
Text of DMR article by President Curris on the appropriate size of government. |