Dining Centers

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	New year's resolution on a budget Northern Iowan 119:32, p.4	01/30/2023	Meg Grove talks about the on campus resources that can help students be successful with their new year's resolutions to get fit or lose weight; photo.
2	Vox Pop: If there's one thing you could change about UNI, what would it by, and why? Northern Iowan 119:12, p.5	10/06/2022	Emma Becker asks students "If there's one thing you could change about UNI, what would it by, and why?"; photo.
3	Changes underway in UNI Dining Northern Iowan 119:5, p.1	09/12/2022	Bailey Klinkhammer looks at some of the issues the dining department is dealing with such as supply chain shortages and low staff support. Some of the better changes are that dining centers are now serving hot breakfast due to student popular demands. Maucker Union now holds Godfather's Pizza and Kachin's Sushi; photo.
4	Dining halls introduce latest in dishware saga: ZooPals Northern Iowan 118:45, p.5	03/31/2022	Written by Malibu Schmootz, Former Infant, the satire article says that the dining halls have replaced normal tableware with ZooPals paper plates; photo.
5	Dining centers struggle to find employees for new semester Northern Iowan 118:3, p.2	09/02/2021	Annie Karr discusses the changes made in the UNI dining centers due to COVID-19 employment shortages; photo.
6	Students plan for a long winter break Northern Iowan 117:27, p.1	11/19/2020	Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, fall semester classes will end on November 24 and spring classes begin on January 25, resulting in a longer winter break for students. Students share their plans for the break; photo.
7	Dining centers continue to adapt Northern Iowan 117:18, p.1	10/19/2020	Piazza and Rialto adapt to COVID-19 and social distancing; photos.
8	DOR preps for recontracting, updates Northern Iowan 116:31, p.2	12/30/2019	Department of Residence (DOR) has announced a number of changes and enhancements to campus living effective beginning in the fall 2020 semester. One adjustment students may have already noticed is that the recontracting process processed has been moved from November to February. By waiting until spring to start the recontracting process, it allow new students time in the fall to get adjusted to college and focus on their academics and get a better feel for where they might want to live the following year. The DOR will be adding a "mixed community" option combining first-year and upper-class students. Another notable update is the reopening of Dancer Hall.
9	Lawther RLC serves students Northern Iowan 116:19, p.5	11/04/2019	Michelle Moyna has been the Resident Life Coordinator (RLC) for Lawther Dorm since July 2019. Her duties include working with college students, supervising the dorm's resident assistants, advising the Lawther Activities Board, serving on the Residence Hall Association (RHA), and chairing the Training Committee; photo.
10	Top tips for incoming students Northern Iowan 116:1, p.4	08/29/2019	Samantha Goodman gives five tips for incoming students; photo.
11	DOR explains 2019-20 dining changes Northern Iowan 115:53, p.1	04/29/2019	The Department of Residence describes changes to dining services for the 2019-2020 year; photo.
12	Flex meals reduced from 20 to 2 Northern Iowan 115:9, p.1	09/24/2018	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.
13	Eating healthy at the dining centers Northern Iowan 114:8, p.3	09/21/2017	Columnist Cristian Ortiz, discusses how to eat healthy in the dining centers; photo.
14	V-day plans that won't break the bank Northern Iowan 112:35, p.4	02/11/2016	There are many low-cost ideas for celebrating Valentine's Day both on and off campus; photo.
15	Flex meal project to return Northern Iowan 112:15, p.1	10/19/2015	Pi Sigma Epsilon is bringing back their Flex-Meal project aiming to allow students to donate their unused flex-meals to community members.
16	The freshman college experience checklist Northern Iowan 112:2, p.3	08/31/2015	Wagner shares a list of experiences college students should have. It includes eating too much in the dining center, working out in the Wellness and Recreation Center (WRC), wearing sweats to class, pulling an all-nighter, drinking too much, experiencing a hang over, and kissing your crush under the Campanile.
17	Student employment on the rise Northern Iowan 112:1, p.1	08/27/2015	Many students work at the dining centers due to the flexible schedules and their ease of access from the dorms; photo.
18	Erbert & Gerbert's newest addition to Union dining Northern Iowan 112:1, p.8	08/27/2015	The Maucker Union has introduced a new dining area called Erbert & Gerbert's; it will feature sandwiches in a bistro ambiance; photo.
19	Where to spend your dining dollars Northern Iowan 111:54, p.	04/30/2015	An introduction to dining dollar, how to use them, where to use them, and how to check your dining dollars balance.
20	What's on your plate today? Northern Iowan 111:47, p.1	04/06/2015	The UNI dining department promotes healthy eating by always making wise food choices available to students; photo.
21	8 lessons to learn in college Northern Iowan 111:35, p.3	02/12/2015	Student Taija Tucker explains how she has found social and academic success in college, and how others can do the same; photo.
22	PSE is utilizing unused flex meals Northern Iowan 111:23, p.1	11/17/2014	Pi Sigma Epsilon has found a way to use flex meals to help those in need; photo.
23	Pi Sigma Epsilon, UNI Dining Centers, local food bank to help families in need Public Relations News Release 2014:117, p.1	11/12/2014	Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE) has teamed up with UNI Dining Services and the Food Bank to help families in need this holiday season. Families can sign up to enjoy a meal on the UNI campus November 17, 18, and 20.
24	The price of college Northern Iowan 111:13, p.3	10/13/2014	Student Taija tucker looks at the way students are spending money and asks if many of these costs are really necessary.
25	Check out what's new at the dining centers Northern Iowan 110:55, p.	05/01/2014	Gives the new features offered by both dining centers; photo.
26	Challenging university costs Northern Iowan 110:45, p.5	03/27/2014	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.
27	All-staff opinion column: What is a critical issue that needs to be addressed at UNI and why? Northern Iowan 110:34, p.3	02/06/2014	Members of the editorial staff answered the question: class scheduling, meal options, enrollment, diversity, and technology were some of the topics discussed.
28	Dining centers extend breakfast hours Northern Iowan 110:33, p.1	02/03/2014	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	01/30/2014	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	University releases new mobile app Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1	01/16/2014	UNI recently released a mobile application to help students connect to the university. The app provides a schedule of UNI events, menus for dining centers, maps, and emergency contact information. Students can access app this from any smartphone.
31	Soup's on: UNI dining centers release favorite recipes Northern Iowan 110:28, p.4	01/16/2014	UNI's first ever cookbook is now for sale. "Best Bites" features 178 recipes of foods served in the dining centers. This cookbook is available at 23rd Street Market, Biscotti's, and Piazza, photo.
32	UNI Dining Services releases 'Best Bites' cookbook Public Relations News Release 2013:145, p.1	12/13/2013	UNI's Dining Services recently released the cookbook "Best Bites". The cookbook features 178 of UNI's most requested recipes. The cookbook costs $12.50 and can be purchased on campus.
33	DOR predicts cost increase: U.S. food production affects prices in Maucker Northern Iowan 110:22, p.1	11/12/2013	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.
34	Students examine prices around campus Northern Iowan 110:21, p.4	11/08/2013	Students believe that campus food prices are expensive compared to off campus stores. Carol Peterson, Director of Dining Services, says that they are doing everything they can to offer the lowest prices on food.
35	Student Voices Northern Iowan 110:19, p.1	11/01/2013	Students answered the question, "What are your thoughts about the new meal plan?"; photo.
36	It's time to view education differently Northern Iowan 110:16, p.3	10/22/2013	The author reminds students to appreciative their right to receive an education. In Pakistan there was a girl that was shot standing up for women's education rights. The story of this girl shows that Americans we are truly fortunate; photo.
37	The benefits of unlimited meals Northern Iowan 110:14, p.3	10/15/2013	The dining centers have implemented an unlimited meal plan. It encourages students to eat healthier; photo.
38	UNI to celebrate renovated living and dining spaces Public Relations News Release 2013:70, p.1	09/26/2013	UNI has added on more than 128,000 square feet onto living, dining, and lounge space. The renovations took place in the Redeker Center as well as Panther Village. There will be a dedication celebration with tours and refreshments to follow.
39	Panther Plot produces Harvest Fest Northern Iowan 110:6, p.1	09/17/2013	The Panther Plot welcomed students and community members to their Harvest Festival. The Panther Plot was created to help students to learn about where their food comes from. The food grown is given to the Dining Centers and local food bank; photo.
40	Silver-Where? Missing utensils cost dining centers $9 thousand Northern Iowan 110:5, p.1	09/13/2013	Eating utensils in both the Rialto and Piazza Dining Centers are slowly diminishing. Each year about nine thousand dollars is spent on replacements. This is directly paid for by the students through price increases; photo.
41	UNI to host local food events Public Relations News Release 2013:28, p.1	08/30/2013	UNI will be hosting several events for its "Food Matters" series. This will include an event where students visit local farms and learn more about local foods. The Panther Plot will also have a produce stand selling fruits and vegetables each week.
42	7. Take advantage of new dining options available on campus Northern Iowan 109:54, p.	05/03/2013	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.
43	Finger scanning now an option available to access dining centers Northern Iowan 109:46, p.6	04/05/2013	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.
44	Students voice concerns over changes in meal plans Northern Iowan 109:44, p.1	03/29/2013	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.
45	Rialto awarded for going blue Northern Iowan 109:43, p.1	03/15/2013	The Rialto dining center is recognized as a certified Blue Zones Project restaurant for its promotion of healthy dietary choices; photo.
46	DNI explores composting options to reduce food waste Northern Iowan 109:27, p.1	12/07/2012	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.
47	Vegans are hungry for better meal options at UNI dining centers Northern Iowan 109:25, p.5	11/30/2012	Vegan student disappointed with the menu choices at UNI dining centers. Difficulties discussed of maintaining a balanced, healthful diet with current choices at the dining centers; photo.
48	Family Weekend offers various activities Northern Iowan 109:11, p.1	10/02/2012	Eric Vander Schaaf was the winner and Bennett Becicka was the runner up in the National Elevator Pitch competition. Men's Glee Club provided entertainment during the Family Feast Tailgate. President Allen and TC made special appearance.
49	Always get your fill with UNI's dining options Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	Meal plans, dining dollars, food carts, dining centers, quick meals on the go, and convenience stores explained.
50	Fast Facts about UNI Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	Fourteen facts about the university; including four photos from events; photo.