Dalai Lama

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	Title	Date	Summary
1	Lang Hall introduces historical exhibit Christensen--Caroline (Student--2021), Witherow--Anthony (Student--2020) Northern Iowan 117:32, p.01	2/11/2021	A new historical exhibit is unveiled in Lang Hall featuring famous figures who have spoken or performed at UNI, including Martin Luther King, Jr., William Jennings Bryan, the Dalai Lama, and Salvador Dali. Digital communications professor Christopher Martin and associate professor of history Thomas Conners worked together to research the exhibit using Rod Library's special collections and IndexUNI; photos.
2	Allen announces retirement from UNI Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.16	10/1/2012	President Benjamin Allen will retire by July 1, 2013, at the latest; came to UNI un June 2006; highlights of his administration including facing difficult economic conditions, visit of Dalai Lama, and the STEM initiative; photo.
3	Bob Dylan coming to UNI Kreese--William Joseph (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:8, p.1	9/24/2010	Tickets are on sale for the Bob Dylan concert next month in the McLeod Center. Dylan, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has had five records reach number one during his five decade career; photo.
4	Coming out on top Haselhuhn--Adam J. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 107:2, p.1	8/31/2010	UNI ranked number three in the "Best Regional Universities (Midwest)" by U. S. News and World Report.
5	UNI composer performs new composition during Dalai Lama visit Public Relations News Release 2009:487, p.1	6/23/2010	Professor Jonathan Schwabe premiered his new composition, 'Follow,' May 18 prior to the keynote address by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama in the McLeod Center. Schwabe serves as professor of theory and composition in the School of Music.
6	Dalai Lama visits UNI Northern Iowan 106:56, p.4	6/18/2010	Photos of the visit.
7	UNI makes video of events with His Holiness the Dalai Lama available online Public Relations News Release 2009:468, p.1	5/25/2010	The Dalai Lama gave a keynote address about "The Power of Education" for the university's 2010 Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series. The McLeod Center was at capacity, 5,400 people, for both the address and the panel discussion.
8	UNI hosts welcome reception for guests to the Cedar Valley for Dalai Lama visit Public Relations News Release 2009:452, p.1	5/10/2010	There will be a presentation discussing the cultural, political and philosophical traditions of the Dalai Lama. The presenters include: Geshe Thupten Dorjee, Sidney Burris, and Jeannie Steele.
9	UNI will provide live streaming of May 18 events with His Holiness the Dalai Lama Public Relations News Release 2009:453, p.1	5/10/2010	The Dalai Lama will present "The Power of Education" in a keynote address for the 2010 Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series in the McLeod Center. He will receive an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters degree prior to his address.
10	Limited number of tickets for keynote address by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet will be available May 5 Public Relations News Release 2009:440, p.1	4/30/2010	The Dalai Lama will present "The Power of Education" in a keynote address for the 2010 Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series. "The Power of Education" will focus on the importance of education in an increasingly global society.
11	Sand mandala to be created in lobby of UNI's Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Public Relations News Release 2009:441, p.1	4/30/2010	A unique, spiritual work of art, created from colored sand applied grain by grain--asand mandala--will take shape on the campus, beginning Sunday, May 9, in the lobby of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
12	Redeem Dalai Lama vouchers: deadline extended to April 30 Northern Iowan 106:53, p.10	4/27/2010	Students must redeem their vouchers for the Dalai Lama's visit by April 30. If the vouchers are not redeemed, the tickets will go on sale to the public after that date.
13	Deadline for mandatory media credential registration is 5 p.m., May 4, for events associated with the Dalai Lama's May 18 visit to UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:423, p.1	4/26/2010	A preview day for media who have pre-registered for credentials will be in the McLeod Center Alumni Suite. At that time UNI staff will give an overview of security, timelines, accessibility, and technical details.
14	UNI announced panelists to join the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet during morning of May 18; Public can submit questions about 'Educating for a Non-violent Public Relations News Release 2009:416, p.1	4/21/2010	Art Erickson, Judy Jeffrey, Jackson Katz, and Lee Rainey will join the Dalai Lama to discuss ways in which we, as individuals and as a society, can address issues of violence, promote civility and enhance understanding through education.
15	UNI guest lecturer to address 'The Truth about Media Violence' Public Relations News Release 2009:408, p.1	4/16/2010	Children are affected in multiple ways when they watch media violence, according to Douglas Gentile, a research scientist, author, award-winning educator and assistant professor of developmental psychology at Iowa State University.
16	Panel calls for a more inclusive campus Krueger--Jeffrey Allen (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:46, p.1	4/2/2010	A panel discussion entitled "Call to Action: a more Inclusive Campus" addressed bias-related incidents on campus and in Cedar Falls. Frustration was evident in the comments; photo.
17	UNI hosts screening of 'Dalai Lama Renaissance' April 13; Director and producer Khashyar Darvich available for questions Public Relations News Release 2009:371, p.1	4/1/2010	The "Dalai Lama Renaissance" documents the Dalai Lama's meeting with 40 western "renaissance" thinkers during a week-long visit to his home in northern India. Named the"synthesis group," the documentary recounts their journey to change the world.
18	Mandatory media credential information: UNI events with His Holiness the Dalai Lama Deadline for credential registration is 4 p.m., May 4 Public Relations News Release 2009:365, p.1	3/31/2010	His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet will visit the campus on May 18. He will participate in a panel discussion, "A Conversation with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet: Educating for a Non-violent World."
19	Conflicting accounts of history complicate understanding of Dalai Lama's relationship with China Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:42, p.1	3/9/2010	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 Danilov--Misha (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:40, p.1	3/2/2010	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	UNI dining services to offer Tibetan cuisine March 9 Public Relations News Release 2009:305, p.1	3/1/2010	Following dinner, the film "Kundun," the true-life story of the Dalai Lama and his daring struggle to lead his nation at one of the most challenging times in its history, will be shown at the Center for Multicultural Education.
22	UNI professor to present session on forgiveness and the Dalai Lama Public Relations News Release 2009:294, p.1	2/22/2010	Suzanne Freedman, associate professor of educational psychology and foundations, will speak in Maucker Union College Eye Room on March 3. The event is part of American Democracy Project.
23	University bookstore to hold Community Conversations based on Dali Lama book Public Relations News Release 2009:267, p.1	2/10/2010	"The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World" by the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet and Howard C. Cutler, will be discussed during the second session of the Community Conversations series. The book applies Buddhist tradition to 21st-century struggles.
24	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	2/3/2010	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.
25	News Briefs: Dalai Lama Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:31, p.4	1/29/2010	An extra one thousand seats are now available for the Dalai Lama's visit in May. Students vouchers are still available; photo.
26	UNI's Lifelong University program offers new non-credit courses Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.5	1/22/2010	Four courses will be offered this winter and spring targeting older citizens and retirees. The Lifelong University served one hundred eighty-five during the fall semester, with eighty-five in a class examining Buddhism.
27	UNI will make more seats available for public to hear the 14 Dalai Lama of Tibet; Public can get on waiting list by contacting UNItix Public Relations News Release 2009:216, p.1	1/8/2010	As of Jan. 8, 400 tickets remained for the morning panel discussion about violence-prevention education. "The Power of Education," were sold withing three hours of availability this morning. UNI student vouchers are still available for both events
28	Tickets to hear the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet at UNI available Jan. 8; Tickets available online and at UNItix locations starting at 8:30 a.m. Public Relations News Release 2009:210, p.1	1/4/2010	The Dalai Lama will present "The Power of Education" in a keynote address for the 2010 Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series in the McLeod Center. "The Power of Education" will focus on the importance of education.
29	Learning. Understanding. Wisdom. Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.19	1/1/2010	Brief description of activities during visit of the Dalai Lama; photo.
30	Tickets for Dalai Lama to go on sale January 8 O'Loughlin--Emily (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:26, p.1	12/8/2009	The Dalai Lama will speak at two events in the McLeod Center on May 18. He will take part in a panel discussion at 9:30 and give a keynote address at 2:00. Students urged to attend; photo.
31	Tickets to hear the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet at UNI available Jan. 8 Tickets for morning panel discussion, afternoon keynote address sold separately Public Relations News Release 2009:185, p.1	12/1/2009	The 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet will present "The Power of Education" in a keynote address for the 2010 Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, in the McLeod Center. He will focus on the importance of education.
32	Do some Dalai Lama research Kaleas--Justin Cody (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:23, p.8	11/17/2009	States that Tibetan people live in abject poverty, while the priestly and aristocratic classes live in opulence. Women have few, if any, rights.
33	Course offered in preparation for the Dalai Lama Wilson--Kalli Jean (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:21, p.9	11/10/2009	Spring 2010 course offering entitled, "The Dalai Lama: A Sacred Tradition and a Political Institution" is open to the general public, faculty, and students; photo.
34	Dalai Lama to make historic visit to UNI May 18, 2010 Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.17	9/1/2009	Fourteenth Dalai Lama will speak on importance of education; photo.
35	UNI Lifelong University announces fall 2009 courses Public Relations News Release 2008:609, p.1	7/20/2009	"Myth, Narrative and Art," Charles Adelman; "Book Discussion 'The Devil in the White City,'" Gina Burkart; "A History of Terrorism," Hal Wohl; "The Buddhism of the Dalai Lama," James Robinson; "The Economy: Past and Future," David Surdam.
36	Dalai Lama to visit UNI in May Northern Iowan 105:59, p.1	7/17/2009	UNI is honored to host the Dalai Lama. He will speak on the role and importance of learning in developing socially responsible citizens.
37	Dalai Lama to make historic visit to UNI in May 2010 Public Relations News Release 2008:606, p.1	7/14/2009	The 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet will visit on Tuesday, May 18, to share his view on the importance of education in an increasingly global society. The Dalai Lama received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.
38	Sand mandala to be created in lobby of UNI's Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Public Relations News Release 2008:438, p.1	4/2/2009	An unusual, spiritual work of art, a sand mandala created from colored sand applied grain by grain, will take shape.Visible for centuries only in Buddhist monasteries, the Dalai Lama allowed them to be open to the public in 1988.
39	Dalai Lama to visit UNI Hoff--Forest Stephen (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 105:10, p.4	10/3/2008	President Allen's announcement of the acceptance of an invitation to visit UNI by the Dalai Lama. Announcement met with mixed reactions; photo.
40	UNI prepares to host the Dalai Lama for celebration of education Public Relations News Release 2008:78, p.1	9/16/2008	"It is a great honor to have the Dalai Lama accept our invitation to spend time on campus and share his views on the educational values shared by him and UNI." The Dalai Lama is the head of state and the spiritual leader of tibet.

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