Department of Residence (DOR)

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# Title Date Summary
1 Campbell, Lawther to see changes in fall
Northern Iowan 117:30, p.1
With residence re-contracting approaching, the Department of Residence announced that in Fall 2021 Campbell Hall will only be used for isolation and quarantine, and Lawther Hall will be shifting into double suites and single rooms; photos.
2 Food Court, Schindigs close for semester
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.1

The Maucker Union food court and Schindigs in Schindler Education Center close for the semester due to the pandemic and reduced sales. Additionally, TC's Takeout from the 23rd Street Market will no longer be offered. The food court will hopefully reopen in Fall 2021. Dining locations remaining open include Chat, Essentials, 23rd Street Market, Biscotti's, and Book Bistro; photo.

3 Covid-19 on campus: slight decline
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.1
The UNI Student Health Center reports a decrease in both COVID-19 case counts and positivity rates; photo.
4 COVID-19 on campus
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.1
The number of cases of COVID-19 on campus reported by the Student Health Center and self-reported tests have remained relatively low and consistent throughout the semester. UNI is following the guidance from the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) announcing that individuals exposed to COVID-19 only have to quarantine if both parties are not wearing masks; photo.
5 IDPH adjusts quarantine recommendations
Northern Iowan 117:13, p.1
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has adjusted its 14 day COVID-19 quarantine recommendations to exclude exposure when both participants were wearing a mask; photo.
6 UNI releases latest COVID-19 numbers
Northern Iowan 117:6, p.1
The latest COVID-19 statistics on campus are released; photo.
7 Quarantine concerns prompt classroom shifts
Northern Iowan 117:5, p.1
Classrooms change their locations and arrangements with growing COVID-19 concerns, with an emphasis on students sitting six feet apart to reduce the frequency of quarantining; photos.
8 UNI continues adapting to COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:3, p.1
UNI will begin releasing university data related to Covid-19, after the state's two other Regents universities. Students, faculty, and staff are asked to complete a Panther Health Check survey. University President Mark Nook emailed students concerning crowds of students visiting off-campus areas and not following Covid protocols, actions which could be subject to discipline on campus. The university began contact tracing and quarantine for students who have been exposed to or tested positive for Covid-19. An anonymous student shares her experience of quarantine after being exposed to someone who tested positive; photo.
9 DOR preps for recontracting, updates
Northern Iowan 116:31, p.2
The Department of Residence announced a number of changes to student housing, including starting the recontracting process in the spring instead of fall, the institution of a mixed community option for different classes of students, the reopening of Dancer Hall. Additionally, student dining will see changes including continuous hours for Piazza and Rialto dining centers and a new meal plan option. Prices will not be increasing; photo.
10 DOR makes changes, looks ahead
Northern Iowan 116:2, p.2
Changes made by the Department of Residence (DOR) include closing Dancer Hall and the first floor of Campbell Hall as well as changing the hours of Rialto Dining Center and Piazza Dining Center for the academic school year. These changes were made to conserve resources to make future improvements to the housing and dining programs; photo.
11 DOR explains 2019-20 dining changes
Northern Iowan 115:53, p.1
The Department of Residence describes changes to dining services for the 2019-2020 year; photo.
12 Hillside demolition brings changes, sparks memories
Northern Iowan 115:34, p.1
Hillside Courts Apartments, a student housing complex of 278 units which had been un use since the 1972-1973 academic year, is in the final stages of demolition; photo.
13 Flex meals reduced from 20 to 2
Northern Iowan 115:9, p.1
In an effort to make campus dining plans more clear and customizable, the Department of Residence (DOR) lowered the number of "flex meals" or "guest passes" from20 to 2; photo.
14 Rialto to reopen tomorrow at 5 p.m.
Northern Iowan 115:7, p.2
Rialto Dining Center is set to reopen after being closed for two weeks. The center suffered damages after a joint steam line broke; photo.
15 Dorms experience Labor Day weekend flooding
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.5
Over Labor Day weekend, on-campus residence halls Campbell, Noehren, Rider, and Hagemann experienced flooding due to high amounts of rainfall. Campbell Hall was the only residence where student rooms were affected.
16 Rialto closed until further notice
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.1
The Rialto Dining Center closes temporarily after a failure in the steam system caused steam and flooding issues in the Tower Center; photos.
17 Rider RLC replaced by actual panther
Northern Iowan 114:47, p.5
In this satirical article written for April Fools, a panther has replaced Rider Hall's Residence Life Coordinator.
18 RLC vacancy in Rider Hall filled
Northern Iowan 114:7, p.5
Rider Hall 's Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) position has been filled after their last RLC left in September 2017. Rider and Hagemann Hall have been sharing their RLC until this time. Students give their reactions to not having an RLC and the news they are getting a new one; photo.
19 Changes coming soon to campus living
Northern Iowan 114:25, p.1
The Department of Residence (DOR) is making changes in the residence halls across campus. Second year students will now be allowed to live in Panther Village. Students can also opt-into all-gendered housing, allowing students to live with anyone regardless of gender; photo.
20 Despite renovations, students feel unsafe
Northern Iowan 114:10, p.2
UNI got brighter lights installed for on campus. Students say they feel more comfortable with walking home in well-lit areas, but know there is more to be done. The Industrial Technology Center is another place where renovation will happen soon; photo.
21 Panther parking problems
Northern Iowan 113:1, p.1
Changes in parking permit policies and ongoing construction cause concerns to drivers; photos.
22 UNI steps up recycling
Northern Iowan 112:8, p.2

The Physical Plant is working to maintain UNI's "Green College" title by altering its recycling process to include universal recycling bins.

23 DOR bans beer towers
Northern Iowan 112:3, p.1

The Department of Residence has issued new rules for all residence halls that ban the display of empty alcohol containers and also place tighter rules on drinkers in the dorms; photo.

24 Safe place to stay
Northern Iowan 110:55, p.1
The Department of Residence is currently in the process of creating gender inclusive housing for students; photo.
25 Food for your stomach and mind
Northern Iowan 110:50, p.6
Next fall the Rod Library will feature a café where students can purchase food and beverages. This is a way to attract more students to the library. The project is funded by the library, Department of Residence, and academic affairs; photo.
26 'I2AmUNI' event will share stories of underrepresented students
Public Relations News Release 2013:248, p.1
Student are invited to participate in the I2AmUNI event. Students are asked to share their story about how they have felt excluded at UNI. The event was planned by several different multicultural student groups. UNI strives to represent all students.
27 Challenging university costs
Northern Iowan 110:45, p.5
Gives the facts of the two-year advantage plan offered by the Department of Residence. Says that the plan does not save money in the long run.
28 Dining centers extend breakfast hours
Northern Iowan 110:33, p.1
In response to the fall customer satisfaction survey, the Department of Residence has extended the dining centers' breakfast hours. They hope this will cut some of their costs in the long run; photo.
29 Proposed housing changes and rates released for 2014-2015
Northern Iowan 110:32, p.1
UNI is reducing their summer room and board rates for 2014-2015 to encourage more students to remain in Cedar Falls over the summer. Regular and board will increase by about 2.9 percent. Dining Rates are also expected to increase about 2 percent; photo.
30 DOR predicts cost increase: U.S. food production affects prices in Maucker
Northern Iowan 110:22, p.1
The Department of Residence predicts that prices will increase in response to U.S. food production. Dining services in Maucker Union are doing their best to provide students with the lowest prices possible while still generating enough income; photo.
31 The benefits of unlimited meals
Northern Iowan 110:14, p.3
The dining centers have implemented an unlimited meal plan. It encourages students to eat healthier; photo.
32 The dog days of UNI: Record-high temperatures show need for air conditioning in residence halls
Northern Iowan 110:3, p.3
In reaction to the recent heat, the author suggests that university should install air conditioning in the residence halls. He encourages the university to look at its policies and to keep in mind the health and comfort of the student population.
33 Redeker Center gets face lift
Northern Iowan 110:2, p.2
The renovations to the Redeker Center were completed just in time for the new school year. About $5.5 million was spent on the renovations. More seating was added to the Redeker Center, and Biscotti's was also expanded; photo.
34 UNI Department of Residence reduces packaging with new dining program
Public Relations News Release 2012:296, p.1
In the last year, the Department of Residence saved $16,423.13 on paper items in the dining centers. The number of disposed packaging items also decreased by 503,535.
35 6. Living in the residence hall? What to bring (and not to bring)
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.
Advises new students what to bring and what not to bring if they are living in the residence halls.
36 7. Take advantage of new dining options available on campus
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.
Encourages new students to make use of the new dining center policies. There will be extended hours, as well as changes to the actual meal plans; photo.
37 You live, you learn; new for fall 2013: living learning communities provide unique experiences
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.20
Department of Residence will provide academic learning communities for first year students in business, elementary education, and music; other learning communities will be offered as well; photo.
38 Finger scanning now an option available to access dining centers
Northern Iowan 109:46, p.6
Finger scanners are now available at the entrances of the dining centers. Students can scan their finger to eat instead of using their ID card; photo.
39 Students voice concerns over changes in meal plans
Northern Iowan 109:44, p.1
Meal plan options will change for the 2013-2014 academic year. Students will have six meal plan options. This will allow students to eat more small meals rather than eating a few large meals per day. This may prove to be more healthful.
40 Enough is enough
Northern Iowan 109:27, p.6
Article discusses frustration with parking system at UNI. Gives examples of problems with current systems, offers suggestions for improvement.
41 Department of Residence seeks applicants for RA positions
Northern Iowan 109:27, p.7
Department of Residence accepting applications for Resident Assistant positions. Includes details on application process and responsibilities.
42 DNI explores composting options to reduce food waste
Northern Iowan 109:27, p.1
UNI considering composting options for dining centers on campus. Fresh Beginnings program works with Department of Residence to form plan for composting and recycling options. Input from residential dining and UNI students; photo.
43 Construction on Redeker Center begins
Northern Iowan 109:3, p.1
With the opening of Panther Village, more space was needed in Redeker Center. The expansion will include a new student lounge and more study spaces. Dining services will also be enlarged. Completion is set for August 2013; photo.
44 Friends, colleagues remember Martin
Northern Iowan 109:1, p.1
Drake Martin died as the result of a fall at Backbone State Park. He served as the assistant director of residence. He was a positive influence on untold numbers of students. He will be missed.
45 Open letter to faculty
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.4
The university is experiencing difficult times. Student Body president urges students and faculty to be civil and respect each other. Name calling and false information will not help the situation.
46 Board of Regents approves schematic designs for Redeker Center expansion
Northern Iowan 108:36, p.1
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.
47 Updates on the NISG lower cabinet
Northern Iowan 108:34, p.6
NISG president explains the work of cabinet members.
48 Panther Village rates released
Northern Iowan 108:34, p.2
The Board of Regents needs to approve the proposed rates for the new dormitories. The Board will act on the rates in April.
49 The 5 million dollar question
Northern Iowan 108:30, p.5
The Redeker Center expansion questioned. Perhaps a solution is increased hours of service instead of spending money to enlarge the facility; photo.
50 Hager to face challenges as new VP
Northern Iowan 108:29, p.1
Newly appointed Vice President of Administration and Finance, Michael Hager, admits the University faces difficult decisions in the months and years ahead; photo.