Department of Residence [DOR]

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101 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.
102 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.22
Department of Residence announces Dean's List members for Spring 2009, arranged by housing unit.
103 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.
104 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
105 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.
106 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.
107 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.
108 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.
109 UNI recipe roundup; strawberry (shrimp) spinach salad
Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.15
Recipe from Department of Residence; photo.
110 Bathroom stall reading
Northern Iowan 106:1, p.9
Tips for survival at UNI include; be aware of crosswalks; parking in Cedar Falls is very strict; and utilize outside e-mail systems. The fliers, formerly found in restrooms, are no longer allowed by the Department of Residence.
111 No more fliers in dorm halls
Northern Iowan 106:1, p.1
Department of Residence will no longer accept materials to be posted within the residence halls. Postings on MyUniverse News is the alternative; photo.
112 The College Eye
Northern Iowan 106:1, p.11
New column examines urban legends. The relationship between a roommate's suicide and the grade point for the semester of the survivor are not related.
113 Recycling Revolution hits Rider Hall
Public Relations News Release 2009:8, p.1
In an effort to help students learn about responsible recycling practices, a pilot recycling program will take place this fall. Recycling containers will be placed in each room for student use, and measurements will be taken on a weekly basis.f
114 Alcohol on campus
Northern Iowan 105:56, p.4
Proposes serving alcohol in dining halls and residence; cites experience in Tasmania cited; suggests use of the student ID to regulate the amount of alcohol a person can purchase during a given time frame.
115 Suggestions for parents
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.supp 11
Dining dollar gifts, care packages, and third-party MyUNIverse accounts suggested as ways parents can keep in touch with and support their college daughter or son.
116 A chance to leave a print on UNI
Northern Iowan 105:47, p.11
Student Gift Committee and Department of Residence join forces to encourage student financial giving to the University; photo.
117 UNI's recommended residence-system rate increase lowest in 30 years
Public Relations News Release 2008:394, p.1
UNI has proposed a 2.5-percent increase in room and board for 2009-1010. President Ben Allen reaffirmed the university's intent to provide an affordable eduation for its students, most of whom come from Iowa.
118 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 105:34, p.12
Department of Residents presents names of those who live in residence halls and were named to a Dean's List.
119 Student employees in the Department of Residence get the job done!
Northern Iowan 105:34, p.13
Department of Residence student employees who were named to a Dean's List.
120 Thank an RA this week
Northern Iowan 105:34, p.1
This week is Resident Assistant Appreciation Week; resident assistants talk about their experiences; photo.
121 Putting money in the garbage disposal
Northern Iowan 105:33, p.8
Asks why only freshmen are required to purchase a 14 meal per week plan and why students should be billed for meals that they do not eat.
122 Last semester's GPA lower than expected?
Northern Iowan 105:29, p.10
Attending classes, taking advantage of participation points, and staying organized and on top of your assignments will help raise grades. Contacting professors for clarification of questions is also important.
123 UNI residents receive a week of appreciation
Northern Iowan 105:21, p.11
Residence Hall Programming Board is sponsoring dress up days, philanthropy projects, banners, and pride days.
124 Buy fresh, buy local pays off
Northern Iowa Today 92:2, p.10
A look at efforts by consumers and institutions to buy locally produced food and other goods; photo.
125 Avoiding a daily eating contest
Northern Iowan 105:13, p.9
Texas A & M study shows that students living in the dorms eat 387 more calories per day than those living off campus. Those living off campus believe that they can control what is in their cupboards; photo.
126 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 105:5, p.10
Department of Residence commends dormitory residents who were on the Spring 2008 Dean's Lists.
127 Student employees in the Department of Residence get the job done!
Northern Iowan 105:5, p.11
Commends student employees who appeared on the Spring 2008 Dean's lists.
128 Local student takes leadership role at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 2007:770, p.1
Resident assistants are Department of Residence staff members who serve as student advisers to approximately 45 students in a residence hall. As advisers, RAs assist students with personal, interpersonal and academic topics. (List included).
129 Spotlight: dorm life
Northern Iowan 104:54, p.sup 26
Students relax in the dorms; photo.
130 Carol Petersen named UNI director of dining services
Public Relations News Release 2007:592, p.1
Brief biological profile of Carol Petersen.
131 A firsthand staff account from Dancer Hall
Northern Iowan 104:43, p.A
Observations of the lockdown from within Dancer Hall; photo.
132 High schooler cause for Tuesday's campus threat
Northern Iowan 104:43, p.A

Text messages sent by Todd Younk to a UNI freshman student contained threats, which resulted in the dormitories being locked down; photo.

133 Speaker takes fresh look at alcohol awareness
Northern Iowan 104:39, p.1
Rick Barnes urges students to "Drink Think: A Personal Approach to Alcohol"; setting limits on consumption; photo.
134 Get a sweet start on V-Day
Northern Iowan 104:33, p.1
Many options are available in the area; dining, gifts, cooking together, attending a play, or art exhibit for Valentine' Day.
135 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 104:33, p.11
Campus scenes; photo.
136 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 104:32, p.10
Department of Residence recognizes students who made Dean's Lists for Fall 2007 and who live in the dormitories. List of students.
137 Student employees in the Department of Residence get the job done
Northern Iowan 108:8, p.11
Department of Residence recognizes their employees who made Dean's Lists, Fall 2007. List of students.
138 Dining survey is active this week
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.3
Online survey for evaluation of dining services is available.
139 Trick-or-Treat at the UNI residence halls
Public Relations News Release 2007:238, p.1
Community children may visit residence halls for trick-or-treating Halloween night.
140 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 104:7, p.12
Department of Residence congratulates students who earned academic distinction by qualifying for the Dean's List for Spring 2007; list of students
141 Students receive Gold Star Awards from UNI Department of Residence
Public Relations News Release 2007:166, p.1
Five students received Gold Star Awards.
142 UNI students inducted into National Residence Hall Honorary
Public Relations News Release 2007:155, p.1
Fifteen students were inducted into the National Residence Hall Honorary; list of students.
143 Milius and Hartrman showcase UNI Department of Residence on national scene
Public Relations News Release 2007:77, p.1
Mona Milius and Bob Hartman received awards honoring them for their work.
144 Today: We are all Hokies (04-16-07)
Northern Iowan 103:53, p.1
Reactions to the killings on the Virginia Tech campus.
145 UNI spring enrollment is up
Northern Iowan 103:35, p.5

Gains in every classification of students noted for the spring semester. Retention of students from fall to spring stands at 95 per cent.

146 A piece of my opinion--dorm life
Northern Iowan 103:33, p.12
Positive aspects of living in the dorms; photo.
147 News Brief/Calendar of Events
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
The Resident Assistant Conference will be taking place January 26-28.
148 Bathroom writing on the wall
Northern Iowan 103:22, p.7
Helpful tips, health and body tips, questions not normally considered, and flyers for upcoming events found on the walls of women's restroom stalls; photo.
149 Panel focuses on disability awareness
Northern Iowan 103:19, p.11
UNI is doing well in putting financial resources to work to aid students with disabilities. Awareness among the campus community continues to be a priority; photo.
150 Magazine sale scandal traveling dorm to dorm
Northern Iowan 103:14, p.1
People from off campus are soliciting dorm residents to purchase magazines; claim to be raising money for on campus groups.
151 Why not have doggies in dorm windows?
Northern Iowan 103:13, p.12
Pets are against University policy in most cases, even though they are cute. Noise and cleanliness are the main reasons given for the no pet rule. There has been a recent increase in fish in dorm rooms; photo.
152 Campus food prices
Northern Iowan 103:12, p.14
Food prices are set by the Department of Residence and the director of the Union. Both are open to suggestions from the students; photo.
153 Recent E. Coli scare prompts food prep evaluation
Northern Iowan 103:12, p.1
UNI food service takes all food-borne illness very seriously. The suppliers for the university did not sell fresh spinach to anyone once the contamination was known; photo.
154 UNI housing overflow left 42 students displaced
Northern Iowan 103:3, p.1
Due to an increase in the number of students wanting to live on campus, forty-two students are living temporarily in lounges; photo.
155 UNI's Department of Residence to work on Habitat house Saturday
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Volunteers will help finish house project on Walnut Street.
156 Cleaning and moving out means planning ahead
Northern Iowan 102:53, p.14
Suggestions for students cleaning their dorm rooms; photo.
157 Fire on College Street forces students out of apartments
Northern Iowan 102:49, p.1
Fire damaged apartments at 2113 College Street (Hidden Valley Apartments); extensive damage to a portion of the building; no one injured; photo.
158 On or off campus depends on personal preference
Northern Iowan 102:49, p.11
A comparative look at living on campus and off campus; costs of both kinds of living arrangements; photo.
159 UNI Dining Services among the nation's best in food service industry, Award nomination attests to UNI dining operations' excellence
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Dining Services named to an elite pool of candidates for the 2006 Ivy Awards.
160 Shuttle controversy among senate
Northern Iowan 102:28, p.1
Debates about Panther Shuttle will continue into next year; photo.
161 Shuttle runs despite cut funding from DOR
Northern Iowan 102:25, p.1
The Panther Shuttle will not receive the usual $1000 funding from the Department of Residence; photo.
162 RA's work is never done, but fulfilling
Northern Iowan 102:22, p.9
Resident assistants receive free room and board, but also make a large time commitment to the students on their floor.
163 Grant Erwin receives Lux Award for service, involvement in the community
Northern Iowan 102:18, p.11
Grant Erwin has participated in several activities at UNI, including the Relay for Life; photo.
164 Fire in Hillcrest Apartments leaves 36 homeless; police still investigating
Northern Iowan 102:15, p.1
One apartment was a complete loss, while others received mainly smoke damage; no cause has been determined; photo.
165 Congratulations, the Department of Residence commends these students
Northern Iowan 102:9, p.8
List of students living on campus who made the Dean's List in spring of 2005.
166 Student employees in the Department of Residence get the job done!
Northern Iowan 102:9, p.9
Department of Residence recognizes student employees who made the Dean's List in the spring of 2005; list included.
167 UNI delegates attend national residence hall conference
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Student conference held at Syracuse University explored ideas on how to create an even better residence hall atmosphere.
168 Ashley Kockler wins UNI's 'Gold Star Award' for outstanding contributions to on-campus living
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Receives highest residential leadership award for on-campus students.
169 Jenny Rinehart wins UNI's 'Gold Star Award' for outstanding contributions to on-campus living
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Receives highest residential leadership award for on-campus students.
170 Joshua Smyser wins UNI's 'Gold Star Award' for outstanding contributions to on-campus living
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Receives highest residential leadership award for on-campus students.
171 Paul Waterman wins UNI's 'Gold Star Award' for outstanding contributions to on-campus living
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Waterman receives highest residential leadership award for on-campus students.
172 Renee Maurer wins UNI's 'Gold Star Award' for outstanding contributions to on-campus
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Receives highest residential leadership award for on-campus students.
173 Local student takes leadership role at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 2007:770, p.1
Approximately 88 students have been selected to be resident assistants for the 2005-2006 school year; list included.
174 University of Northern Iowa residence halls name 'Newcomers of the Year'
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Seventeen students recognized for contributions to their on-campus communities; students are listed.
175 Shull Hall renovations spark controversy; student say he has been denied equal housing
Northern Iowan 101:55, p.1
UNI student Tim McCue feels he is at a disadvantage because Shull Hall will not be installing an elevator; photo.
176 Will the Panther Shuttle ride again? Student government officials say yes, others remain skeptical
Northern Iowan 101:47, p.1
Brendon Moe, NISG President, and Tracy Smith, Hillcrest Park Apartments property manager, discuss the future of the Panther Shuttle; photo.
177 The Boom Boom Room causes a ruckus on campus
Northern Iowan 101:45, p.1
The cast and crew of "The Boom Boom Room" believe that the removal of their advertisements from bulletin boards is censorship; photo.
178 Board of Regents to meet at Iowa State University March 14 and 15
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Regents will discuss fees, room and board, parking rates, investments, and the proposed Human Performance Complex.
179 Despite urination, on-campus living still rules
Northern Iowan 101:43, p.5
Feels he is not ready to move off campus just yet.
180 Congratulations; The Department of Residence commends these students who earned academic distinction by qualifying for the Dean's List Fall 2004
Northern Iowan 101:37, p.12
Students listed.
181 Student employees in the Department of Residence get the job done!
Northern Iowan 107:34, p.13
Student employees of the Department of Residence who made the Dean's List for Fall 2004.
182 Waste not, want not; what the dining centers really do with all that food
Northern Iowan 101:36, p.1
Through the use of the FOOD PRO computer system, the dining centers are attempting to reduce waste and improve forecasting of meals; photo.
183 Valentine's Day dinner on Feb. 12
Northern Iowan 101:35, p.2
A Valentine's Day dinner will be held in the Commons Ballroom.
184 Valentine's Day dinner on February 12
Northern Iowan 101:34, p.2
A Valentine's Day dinner by UNI Catering will be available in the Commons Ballroom upon reservation.
185 Vacancies leave some students without RAs; Department of Residence searches for last minute replacements
Northern Iowan 101:30, p.1
Due to the resignation of several resident assistants at the end of the fall semester, the Department of Residence is looking for new Resident Assistant applications.
186 Working hard to feed the hungry; campus dining centers produce thousands of meals each day with helping hands, technology
Northern Iowan 101:30, p.9
Despite the large number of meals served each day, the dining centers strive to maintain high quality meals.
187 Men and women against violence
Northern Iowan 101:23, p.9
Michael Kaufman, founder of the White Ribbon Campaign to end violence against women, speaks on campus; photo.
188 Michael Kaufman, founder of the White Ribbon Campaign, to speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Will speak about "Women and Men: Working Together Against Violence" on November 10.
189 PAWS helpful for prospective students
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.1
Personalized Admissions Web Site (PAWS) allows prospective students to learn more about UNI.
190 Campus clubs easy to start up
Northern Iowan 101:12, p.9
Describes the many advantages to having a formally recognized student organization on campus.
191 Renters insurance recommended for apartments, dorms
Northern Iowan 101:12, p.1
Advocates students purchasing some form of renters insurance for the residence halls or off-campus apartments; photo.
192 Shull Hall closed for renovations; enrollment, decrease of on-campus students to blame
Northern Iowan 101:11, p.1
Shull Hall to reopen in the fall of 2005 or 2006 after renovations are completed; photo.
193 Throwing money away
Northern Iowan 101:10, p.5
Believes the Department of Residence policy that requires students who live on campus to purchase a meal plan for campus dining centers pushes many students away from on-campus living.
194 Congratulations
Northern Iowan 101:6, p.4
Students who live in the residence halls and qualified for Dean's Lists..
195 Strapped for cash? Win a semester's worth of tuition
Northern Iowan 101:5, p.1
Introduction of new Panther Prowl program, engineered to facilitate more student involvement with activities on campus in return for the chance to win a semester's tuition.
196 CP parking controversy ends; parking changes accommodate students' requests
Northern Iowan 101:3, p.1
The Department of Residence will compensate for a computer error denying 300 students CP parking permits by approving permits to those students as well as modifying certain C parking lots to CP parking to handle overflow; photo.
197 New appointments for 2004-5
Northern Iowa Today 88:2, p.18
Edgar L. Berry named Associate Vice President for Educational and Student Services and Dean of Students; Roland Carrillo named Executive Director of Enrollment Management; Michael Hager named Director of Residence; photo.
198 UNI discussing potential of new mtvU channel for students
Northern Iowan 101:1, p.3
Department of Residence officials debate whether or not to accept MTV's offer of free programming and televisions that must be specifically tuned to the offered station.
199 Hager named UNI Department of Residence Director
Northern Iowan 100:62, p.4
Michael Hager began duties as director of the Department of Residence on July 6, 2004.
200 Hager named UNI Department of Residence Director
Public Relations News Release 100:62, p.1
Michael Hager to replace Robert Hartman as director of the Department of Residence. He began his duties on July 6.