Department of Residence (DOR)

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# Title Date Summary
51 DOR eyes Redeker expansion
Northern Iowan 108:29, p.1
With the addition of Panther Village, the dining facilities in Redeker Center need to be enlarged to handle additional students; photo.
52 A pizza you can't refuse
Northern Iowan 108:28, p.5
23rd Street Market now features a Godfather's Pizza Express. Chicken wings and tenders, dessert pizza, and pepperoni rolls are also available. The Market is now a franchise of Godfather's; photo.
53 UNPLUGGED
Northern Iowan 108:27, p.1
UNI Wi-Fi system is now complete in all residence halls, except Bartlett. Bartlett Hall is due for renovation. Student reaction is positive; photo.
54 Redington serving as interim Dean of Students
Northern Iowan 108:24, p.1
Director of Residence Life assumes new role. Redington will also maintain her present position. A new Dean of Students is expected to be hired by July; photo.
55 Can we compromise, please?
Northern Iowan 108:21, p.5
Shuttle transportation after 5PM urged for those who study, use computer labs, or practice late in the day. Shuttles at 10PM twice a week would be a start.
56 Pricing of pop differs from campus to campus
Northern Iowan 108:21, p.3
Ken Connelly noticed a drastic price difference in soda on a trip to Virginia Tech. Difference can be explained by Pepsi being the exclusive provider on campus; providing scholarship dollars to the University; photo.
57 Freshmen should utilize springboard housing
Northern Iowan 108:2, p.5
Writer recalls living in springboard housing. This type is available in Bender, Campbell, Dancer, Hagemann, and Noehren Halls. Students are housed with students similar in age and also new to campus. Upperclassmen do not stay in their rooms very much.
58 Wi-Fi access planned for all residence halls
Northern Iowan 108:1, p.1
Wireless Internet access is expected to be completed by October 2011. Network switches were refreshed over the summer. Hagemann Hall was the testing pilot and will be the first to receive service.
59 Student Profile: T. J. Warren
Northern Iowan 107:56, p.2
Received his master's degree in postsecondary education--student affairs last month and ended a colorful college career; served as a resident assistant, Student Admissions Ambassador, and as TC this past year; among other activities; photo.
60 UNI transportation offers multitude of services
Northern Iowan 107:54, p.
Panther Shuttle, Metropolitan Transit Authority, and the weekend SafeRide are bus alternatives to driving on or near campus. Parking passes for cars are available from the Department of Public Safety; photo.
61 Living in the dorms? What to bring (and not to bring)
Northern Iowan 107:54, p.
Advice on dorm life. Contact your roommate ahead of moving in and let them know what you are planning to bring. Things you will need and things better left at home.
62 Freshman rickshaw service to premiere at UNI
Northern Iowan 107:52, p.9
Satirical look at the possibility of freshman being required to pull rickshaws for upper classman. They would be paid; as state employees, no tipping would be allowed.
63 DOR names new residence hall 'Panther Village'
Northern Iowan 107:51, p.1
Phase one of the new apartment complex, currently under construction, has been named; photo.
64 UNI selects name for new apartment complex
Public Relations News Release 2010:292, p.1
Panther Village is the name of the latest apartment complex. Phase I of Panther Village, which includes room for 204 students is under construction and will be ready for occupancy in fall 2012.
65 Time for a change
Northern Iowan 107:47, p.1
The Student Information System has undergone a drastic over haul. Students registering in the coming days will be dealing with shopping carts and new course numbering. Admissions, admission recruiting, and some financial aid functions can be addressed.
66 DOR puts innovation to work with green business practices
Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.10
Department of Residence outlines many steps that it has taken recycle, reduce waste, and use energy wisely; photo.
67 Maucker Union reduces dining operations hours
Northern Iowan 107:32, p.1
Low student traffic rates have led to a change in the hours during which food is available in the Union. Weekend traffic has seen the greatest reduction in student activity; photo.
68 Construction begins on new residence complex
Northern Iowan 107:25, p.1
The first phase of a series of four new residence halls broke ground November 17, 2010. The first building is planned for completion in 2012; photo.
69 DOR begins RA recruitment
Northern Iowan 107:18, p.1
Free room and board plus a salary of $1200 awaits Resident Assistants with the Department of Residence. Applications are being accepted between November 8 and January 15; photo.
70 In-room recycling proves to be a success
Northern Iowan 107:17, p.1
Two thousand eight hundred recycling bins were distributed to dorm rooms and apartments this fall. City Carton has removed 1.3 tons of recycled materials from the Department of Residence each week; photo.
71 UNI faculty, staff, receive 2010 Regents Excellent Awards
Public Relations News Release 2010:116, p.1
Honored at convocation in September were faculty recipients: Gretta L. Berghammer, Ken Bleile, Harry Brod, Kim MacLin, Otto Maclin, and Catherine Helen Palczewski. Staff recipients were Linda Paar, Mike Weiglein, and Laura Wilson.
72 Student employees in the Department of Residence get the job done.
Northern Iowan 107:5, p.9
Employees making the dean's list recognized. Students listed.
73 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 107:5, p.8
Department of Residence recognizes students who earned academic distinction by qualifying for the Dean's list Spring 2010. Students listed.
74 Recycling now available Campus-wide
Northern Iowan 107:2, p.3
UNI continues to move toward a "green campus" with the installation of in-room recycling in residence halls, the dedication of the net zero parking facility, and installation of six three unit recycling bins; photo.
75 Department of Residence encourages in-room recycling
Northern Iowan 107:1, p.1
All nine residence halls will have in-room recycling. The success of the Rider Recycling Revolution led to this move; photo.
76 UNI integrates in-room recycling to all residence halls
Public Relations News Release 2010:12, p.1
UNI distributed 2,800 recycling containers to dorm rooms and ROTH apartments. A room in each residence hall and ROTH has been designated as the collection center for sorting recycled plastic, tin, glass, caredboard, and mixed paper.
77 UNI and Iowa Central Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program
Public Relations News Release 2009:482, p.1
Through the program, ICCC students who plan to pursue bachelors degrees at UNI will receive special benefits to help pave the way for academic success at both schools. President Ben Allen and ICCC President Dan Kinney signed the agreement Friday, June 11.
78 UNI Unplugged competition reduces energy by 24 percent
Public Relations News Release 2009:450, p.1
The winning residence building, Shull Hall, reduced 24-percent of its energy use, while second place Hageman Hall saw its energy use decrease by 22 percent. "Their hard work paid off with a successful educational campaign and competition."
79 Living in the dorms? What to bring (and not to bring)
Northern Iowan 106:54, p.
It is important to consult the Department of Residence Web Site for information on rules and regulations. The site will provide suggestions for things needed to make your stay comfortable; photo.
80 UNI Unplugged challenges students to reduce energy consumption
Public Relations News Release 2009:393, p.1
Unplugged is designed to raise awareness about energy consumption and encourage students to change their energy habits. The amount of energy saved will be calculated by working with the Department of Residence to compare the energy used in each residence.
81 Fun food facts
Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.10
Quick look at the quantities of food served in the Dome and the McLeod Center as well as the Department of Residence; photo.
82 UNI Unplugged challenges students to reduce energy consumption
Northern Iowan 106:43, p.1
Residence halls will compete during an energy savings competition, April 15-22. Students are urged to shut off lights when leaving the room and unplug appliances that are not in use; photo.
83 Senate plays big role for students in dorms
Northern Iowan 106:36, p.1
Grocery bingo, pie night, Super Bowl parties, cookouts, and relief fundraisers are some of the activities planned and carried out by the dorm senates; photo.
84 UNI Dining Services nominated for Ivy Award
Public Relations News Release 2009:272, p.1
The Ivy Awards are the food industry's recognition of professional excellence and accomplishment. The award is sponsored by "Restaurants & Institutions" magazine and has been presented every year since 1971.
85 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 106:34, p.
Department of Residence commends students who qualified for the Fall 2009 Dean's List. Student employees of the department are also named.
86 Survey rates UNI's food service
Northern Iowan 106:20, p.3
Four minutes will allow customers of food service on campus to share their impressions of quality, surroundings, and customer satisfaction.
87 "Let's Talk" diversity program hopes to shed light on diversity
Northern Iowan 106:18, p.7
Department of Residence to sponsor diversity program in Lang Hall. A safe conversational forum will be provided to ask potentially awkward questions.
88 Warmth flows from residence halls much earlier than years past
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.8
Due to the unusual cold temperatures, the physical plant has turned on the heat to campus buildings. Weather forecasts and student comments are taken into account in making the decision.
89 Flex your rights this weekend
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.5
Students urged to contact Dean of Students, Resident Life Coordinator, and the Department of Residence concerning the loss of right to privacy. This refers to the practice of searching bags in dorms during Homecoming weekend.
90 UNI to celebrate Green Week, Oct. 18-24
Public Relations News Release 2009:114, p.1
Green Week is a campus-wide event that serves to entertain, educate and inspire the campus community. NISG, and other organizations, wants to reach out to individuals who have not yet considered the consequences of environmental ignorance.
91 UNI students prove they have talent
Northern Iowan 106:9, p.9
Proboard intends to get students involved in campus activities. "UNI's Got Talent" program was a success. Many students participated and many more were in the audience.
92 Oct. 1 dinner at UNI shines the spotlight on local food
Public Relations News Release 2009:83, p.1
The Department of Residence was one of the first institutions to work with the Center for Energy & Education Buy Fresh, Buy Local campaign. It has long supported Iowa-based businesses, spending more than $645,000 on their products.
93 Department of Residence gives life to new living space
Northern Iowan 106:7, p.1
Three phase plan to increase the number of dorm rooms announced by Michael Hager, executive director of Residence. The new facilities will be apartment style housing. The first phase of 180 beds should be completed by the fall of 2012; photo.
94 Increased student enrollment challenges Admissions, DOR and UNI as a whole
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.4
Budget cuts and increasing enrollment have led to increased class size and an increased demand for dormitory space. Temporary housing has been set up in lounges in the Towers and Quads; photo.
95 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.22
Department of Residence announces Dean's List members for Spring 2009, arranged by housing unit.
96 UNI SafeZone maintains healthy environment for LGBTQ community
Northern Iowan 106:4, p.7
Orientation sessions held to inform students, faculty, and staff about the meaning of being an ally. SafeZone is a movement coming from the Department of Residence and UNI Proud supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning student
97 Rider Recycling Revolution spurs students to be environmentally minded
Northern Iowan 106:3, p.1
Rider Hall has been named a pilot project for the Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center. Recycling bins have been placed in each room. Students and residence assistant response has been positive; photo.
98 UNI prepares for active flu season
Public Relations News Release 2009:28, p.1
The H1N1 flu virus is spreading in different parts of the country, including college campuses in the Midwest. The college has initiated several preventative measures in response to the latest recommendations by the CDC.
99 MyUniverse alternatives
Northern Iowan 106:3, p.3
Suggests alternatives to the Department of Residence decision to eliminate posters and flyers from the dorms; white boards, restriction of where posters are placed, length of posting, and increasing the frequency of MyUniverse publication.
100 Tray-free dining centers enhance sustainability
Northern Iowan 106:2, p.8
Waste reduced by three thousand four hundred ninety pounds at Piazza and Rialto. Trays needed to run through the dishwasher; reduced use of chemicals, electricity, and water.