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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Do you have access? Northern Iowan 119:13, p.3	10/10/2022	Nkasa Bolumbu writes an opinion piece featuring UNI students Caleb Gahle and Nick Johnson. Gahle, who has cerebral palsy, is creating a new student organization called Awareness, Community, Collaboration, Empowerment, Support, and Success (ACCESS) which will allow students with disabilities to share their experiences and raise awareness; photo.
2	The forgotten Kennedy: the story of Rosemary Northern Iowan 116:24, p.3	11/21/2019	In the author's opinion, Rosemary Kennedy's story exemplifies a reminder of fatal flaws in society in regards to the treatment of people with intellectual disabilities. Slomka discusses how Rosemary (daughter of Joseph and Rose Kennedy) was shunned by her famous family, underwent a failed experimental lobotomy at 23, and was institutionalized until she died of natural causes at the age of 86 in 2005. Her sister Eunice Kennedy Shriver created the Special Olympics in her memory. Slomka advocates for confronting atrocities, more awareness, and better treatment.
3	Play portrays romance on the spectrum Northern Iowan 115:15, p.4	10/15/2018	Student Nathan Selove's "Aut is Love," a play based on his experience of romance as an autistic person, was performed in the Interpreter's Theatre in Lang Hall; photos.
4	Disabilities discussed by campus community Northern Iowan 114:39, p.5	02/22/2018	A talk was held in the Scholar Space at Rod Library about how UNI as a community could change in order to be more inclusive. Faculty members from the Special Education department led the discussions; photo.
5	Therapy dogs visit UNI Campus Northern Iowan 114:9, p.4	09/25/2017	Susan Vallem, from Retrieving Freedom, gave a presentation about why service dogs are important. She discussed how service dogs help veterans, people with autism, disabilities, and mental health, such as depression and loneliness; photo.
6	People with disabilities are not broken Northern Iowan 110:54, p.4	04/28/2014	Author feels Autism Speaks views autism as a tragedy. She says that when we tell people with disabilities they need to be cured, we are telling them they are not good enough the way they are; photo.
7	Deaf history month aims to inform Northern Iowan 110:47, p.1	04/03/2014	The American Sign Language Club is bringing awareness to the UNI campus on the importance of Deaf History Month. Deaf History Month begins on March 13 and ends on April 15.
8	Sparkles shimmer in the cheer spotlight Northern Iowan 110:45, p.1	03/27/2014	The UNI Sparkle Squad is a new cheer squad made up of eleven mentors and eleven students with disabilities. It is the first of its kind among Division 1 schools.
9	Disability Services caters to learning disabilities Northern Iowan 110:44, p.1	03/13/2014	UNI Student Disability Services provides accommodations for students so they can succeed in college. Accommodations can be made for students with any sort of disability.
10	A need is a need, and it should be accommodated Northern Iowan 110:38, p.2	02/20/2014	The author points out flaws in the way UNI accommodates disabled students. She urges everyone to make more of an effort to be accommodating to disabled students. It is also important to be more aware of disabilities that are not visible.
11	Seeing through the eyes of the blind Northern Iowan 108:16, p.6	10/21/2011	Simulated blindness took place in the College Eye Room. Students were blindfolded and then coached by Haley Minear. Brianna Gowen, legally blind since age 15, led discussion following the demonstration; photo.
12	Encouraging putting students first Northern Iowan 107:34, p.14	02/08/2011	Putting students first is seeing the campus and the learning experience through the eyes of students. Snow removal is vital for those in wheelchairs on campus.
13	Office hours Northern Iowan 107:9, p.4	09/28/2010	Karlene Kischer-Browne learned sign language before she could speak, because her parents were deaf. She is now an instructor of American Sign Language; photo.
14	NISG president recalls his experience at last NISG meeting Northern Iowan 106:51, p.1	04/20/2010	Adam Haselhuhn talks about the achievements of his administration including accessibility, diversity, and special events.
15	Price Laboratory acquires Center for Disability Studies Northern Iowan 2008:28, p.1	01/15/2010	An interdisciplinary effort will draw on the skills of people in several fields. Students with disabilities will benefit from the newly formed Center; photo.
16	A type of discrimination overlooked Northern Iowan 106:23, p.7	11/17/2009	People with disabilities have been discriminated against for years. They have been institutionalized and sterilized. Their abilities have been questioned.
17	Winter safety Northern Iowan 105:29, p.5	01/23/2009	Believes that cleaning sidewalks of snow and ice by the University needs to improve. Merely spreading sand and salt is not enough. Safety for those using walkers, canes, crutches, and wheel chairs is imperative.
18	"Wheelchair Sports Camp" continuing through Saturday at UNI Public Relations News Release 2007:21, p.1	06/14/2007	Nancy Hamilton will be the director for the "Wheelchair Sports Camp."
19	A fond farewell to a half-decade of readership Northern Iowan 103:55, p.8	04/27/2007	Thoughts of Tim McCue as he prepares to graduate and writes his final column for the NI.
20	Panel focuses on disability awareness Northern Iowan 103:19, p.11	10/31/2006	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.
21	Best Buddies at UNI: a chance to connect Northern Iowan 103:5, p.6	09/12/2006	Best Buddies program pairs college students with students with mental or physical disabilities. The program has been at UNI for five years.
22	Help is a hop, skip, and a jump away Northern Iowan 103:1, p.7	08/25/2006	Columnist talks about his experiences with the office of student disabilities.
23	Wheelchair sport camp at UNI; Campers live college lifestyle while participating Northern Iowan 102:54, p.1	04/25/2006	First annual wheelchair sports camp will be held this summer. Attendees will participate in a variety of sports activities.
24	Blind students utilize senses to get around campus Northern Iowan 102:35, p.11	02/07/2006	Students with visual impairments use other senses to get around and lobby to get books in Braille and audio form; photo.
25	Assistive technologies level the field Northern Iowa Today 90:1, p.8	01/01/2006	Surveys of ways in which the university responds to students and faculty with disabilities; photo.
26	Shull Hall renovations spark controversy; student say he has been denied equal housing Northern Iowan 101:55, p.1	04/29/2005	UNI student Tim McCue feels he is at a disadvantage because Shull Hall will not be installing an elevator; photo.
27	Athlete takes advantage of all opportunities Northern Iowan 101:50, p.17	04/12/2005	Profile of Tim McCue, a member of UNI's wheelchair track program.
28	UNI-Dome remains inaccessible to those with disabilities Northern Iowan 100:52, p.9	04/20/2004	Points out problems of the UNI-Dome with handicapped seating, parking, and entrances.
29	What is reasonable access for disabled people? Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.2	01/20/2004	Jane Slykhuis, disabled services coordinator, is a resource for UNI's policies for meeting the needs of disabled students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
30	Parking particularly problematic for disabled Northern Iowan 100:26, p.10	12/05/2003	Frustrated because parking spaces for persons with disabilities have been cut.
31	New Union to better address accessibility concerns Northern Iowan 100:7, p.1	09/23/2003	Union renovations include making lower level more accessible to students with limited mobility.
32	Parking spots impede handicapped Northern Iowan 98:27, p.1	12/11/2001	Public Safety says they will tow any cars parked on a crosswalk; photo.
33	Special Recreation Week Public Relations News Release 2000:477, p.1	06/25/2001	Participation in recreation by those persons with disabilities will be discussed by Joseph Wilson.
34	Josh Beck focuses on the positive Northern Iowan 97:27, p.12	12/05/2000	Profile of junior Josh Beck; photo.
35	Van Veldhuizen overcomes and moves ahead Northern Iowan 97:22, p.9	11/09/2000	Profile of senior Kelly Van Veldhuizen; photo.
36	Sorority's request results in heated NISG debate Northern Iowan 97:19, p.1	10/31/2000	Alpha Xi Delta seeks funds to construct a wheelchair ramp at their house; photo.
37	Professor urges rethinking of chemical sprays Northern Iowan 97:4, p.8	09/08/2000	Believes the university should accommodate those who have difficulty with pesticides similar to accommodations made for those with special needs within classrooms.
38	Gallagher-Bluedorn performing arts center receives ADA award Campus News Network 11:2, p.1	08/14/2000	The Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center received an award for its efforts in supporting the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); photo.
39	The 10th Anniversary of the American's With Disabilities Act Public Relations News Release 2000:13, p.1	07/24/2000	A discussion will be held on the benefits of the American's with Disabilities Act as it approaches its tenth anniversary.
40	World of Vision gives jobs to area's blind Northern Iowan 96:58, p.1	06/23/2000	Blind high school students are taking a six-week long program and living on campus to help them develop work and everyday living skills.
41	High school students from IBSSS receive training at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1999:143, p.1	11/23/1999	Two students from the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School will begin training to work in Redeker Dining Center.
42	Removing barriers to teaching science to students with disabilities Public Relations News Release 1999:1, p.1	07/05/1999	Greg Stefanich has been working to get disabled students involved in science lab activities.
43	Access to higher education important to people with disabilities Public Relations News Release 1998:165, p.1	11/25/1998	Jane Slykhuis, UNI disability services coordinator, discusses college education and people with disabilities.
44	Trekking around campus is easy; but not so for Dan Reed Northern Iowan 93:20, p.10	11/08/1996	Profile of student Dan Reed; photo.
45	Handicap parking does have purpose Northern Iowan 92:43, p.2	03/12/1996	Problems occur when others park in handicapped designated spots; photo.
46	Maucker Union not accessible to handicapped UNI students Northern Iowan 91:65, p.4	07/14/1995	Handicapped students face difficulties.
47	Speaker examines college student with learning disabilities; how much is enough for colleges to accommodate students? Northern Iowan 91:42, p.1	02/28/1995	Sally Scott talks about accommodating students with disabilities.
48	Conference addressing disabilities this week Northern Edition 2:24, p.5	10/19/1994	Satellite conference scheduled.
49	UNI student and State Representative earn honors Northern Edition 1:5, p.8	11/03/1993	Cristine Mathis and Bill Witt recognized by Black Hawk Partnership for Disability; photo.
50	Commons renovations underway Northern Edition 1:3, p.8	10/10/1993	Remodeling work to improve accessibility and fire safety began in June; Alumni Services and Development will be housed in Commons.
51	RUN begins new year Northern Iowan 90:12, p.9	10/08/1993	Outline of activities of Restrict Us Not (RUN).
52	Campus accessibility issue continues Northern Iowan 90:11, p.1	10/05/1993	UNI has spent $2.5 million on accessibility; still working on improvements.
53	Untitled Northern Iowan 89:62, p.4	07/09/1993	Bartlett Hall parking lot redesigned to meet handicapped accessibility guidelines; photo.
54	Summer construction under way Northern Iowan 89:60, p.1	06/25/1993	Pedestrian underpass will be made accessible to handicapped students; EMC will move to former Catholic Student Center; awaiting bids on Rod Library renovation; clearing up after fire at PLS; photo.
55	Campus accessibility for the physically disabled addressed Northern Iowan 89:54, p.3	04/20/1993	Brief history of services to handicapped students; plans for better accessibility.
56	Wheelchair b-ball tonight at Price Lab Northern Iowan 89:49, p.3	04/02/1993	Football players will play basketball players to raise money for Restrict Us Not (RUN).
57	Disabled students join dining services staff Campus News Network 3:14, p.2	03/22/1993	Two disabled students work in food service.
58	Accessibility for physically disabled experienced by student senators Northern Iowan 89:35, p.4	02/02/1993	Jeff Lawton uses wheelchair for day to see obstacles face by handicapped students; photo.
59	UNI lacking in accessibility for disabled Northern Iowan 89:31, p.2	01/19/1993	Relieved that UNI will make University Avenue underpass handicapped accessible; believes that there are other inaccessible areas.
60	UNI's snow removal causes concern for physically disabled Northern Iowan 89:31, p.1	01/19/1993	Handicapped students find it difficult to get around campus; photo.
61	"NI" letters policy discriminatory Northern Iowan 89:17, p.2	10/27/1992	Protests policy of accepting only typed letters.
62	Despite the Federal Rehabilitation Act 0f 1973, UNI ignores underpass problem Northern Iowan 88:55, p.2	04/24/1992	Believes university should have made underpass handicapped accessible.
63	RUN announces Handicap Awareness Week Northern Iowan 88:52, p.3	04/14/1992	Schedule of activities.
64	Videoconference on "Americans with Disabilities Act" set for March 18 and April 21, sponsored by hit and University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1991:432, p.1	02/25/1992	Two videoconferences dealing with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be co-sponsored by UNI and HIT.
65	Scholarship for students with disabilities; Charlotte Ann Feild memorial fund established Northern Iowan 88:36, p.1	02/11/1992	Scholarship established by Mr. Feild; groups raise money; photo.
66	Scholarship fund for disabled students Campus News Network 2:11, p.2	02/10/1992	Lance Feild creates scholarship in honor of his late wife Charlotte.
67	Crutches enable student's eyes to see UNI sensitivity Northern Iowan 88:33, p.2	01/31/1992	Has a clearer idea of the experiences of handicapped students.
68	Northern Iowa scholarship fund for disabled students created in mane of Charlotte Ann Field; Contributions may be made in Union February 5, 6 Public Relations News Release 1991:359, p.1	01/30/1992	Dr. Lance Feild created a scholarship in his wife's name for students with disabilities.
69	Ramp accessibility should also be focus for 'total safety', not just traffic lights Northern Iowan 88:30, p.2	01/21/1992	Believes underpass should be handicapped accessible at both ends.
70	Accident victim dies of kidney failure after long stay at University Hospitals Northern Iowan 88:29, p.1	01/17/1992	Charlotte Feild died December 28, 1991; increased calls for safer passage across University Avenue, especially for handicapped students.
71	Visions of a truly mobile society. Public Relations News Release 1991:295, p.1	12/30/1991	Ramps and automatic doors added to buildings improve accessibility. Paula Gilroy-Jacobsen states that advanced technology has made wheelchairs more user-friendly.
72	Student declines to accept John Conner's response to traffic light Northern Iowan 88:28, p.4	12/13/1991	Student believes the university should make greater effort to make south side of University Avenue more accessible to handicapped students.
73	Students are outraged and saddened by avoidable tragedy Northern Iowan 88:25, p.2	11/26/1991	Angry that university has not made the underpass handicapped accessible.
74	Weight machine offered for physically challenged; Equalizer 100 now ready for use Northern Iowan 88:25, p.1	11/26/1991	Accessible machine available in PEC; photo.
75	University should assume responsibility of disabled Northern Iowan 88:24, p.3	11/22/1991	Believes university should take action to make underpass accessible to those in wheelchairs.
76	Disabled students voice safety concerns Northern Iowan 88:23, p.1	11/19/1991	Critical of campus accessibility especially in wake of accident on University Avenue.
77	Helping handicapped preschoolers Public Relations News Release 1991:168, p.1	10/01/1991	A program to coordinate services for handicapped preschoolers aims at keeping them in regular classrooms as long as possible.
78	Disabled students seek to counter stereotypes Northern Iowan 88:7, p.4	09/24/1991	Urge others to be open with them and to ask them questions as a means of understanding.
79	RUN voices disabled students' concerns Northern Iowan 88:7, p.4	09/24/1991	Handicapped students outline problems they face on campus; goals of RUN.
80	Disabled students speak out Northern Iowan 87:49, p.9	04/05/1991	Description of activities and accomplishments.
81	Students form organization Northern Iowan 87:48, p.3	04/02/1991	RUN formed to promote handicap awareness and to address accessibility issues.
82	A different point of view; accessibility of campus questioned Northern Iowan 87:11, p.9	10/09/1990	Although UNI has made progress in campus accessibility, many handicapped students still find the facilities and sidewalks inaccessible.
83	UNI keeps pace with needs of the handicapped Northern Iowan 87:7, p.4	09/25/1990	UNI buildings and grounds have been handicapped accessible for the past nine years.
84	Student speaks before Senate subcommittee Northern Iowa Today 74:1, p.27	07/01/1990	Kim Hurley speaks on disability policy; photo.
85	Hurley testifies for independence Northern Iowan 86:55, p.5	04/24/1990	Kim Hurley, who has cerebral palsy, talks about her experience at UNI.
86	Northern Iowa freshman testifies before senate subcommittee on disability policy. Public Relations News Release 1989:576, p.1	04/17/1990	Kim Hurley has had cerebral palsy since birth. The conditions affects her speech and mobility. She deals with challenges so well that she recently was invited to testify in Washington, D.C. before a U.S. Senate subcommittee on disability policy.
87	Volga freshamn at UNI testifies before senate subcommitee on disability funding. Public Relations News Release 1989:576, p.1	04/17/1990	Kim Hurley recently traveled to Wasington, D.C., to testify before a Senate subcommittee on funding for the handicapped. Kim has has cerebral palsy since birth.
88	UNI student turns physical adversity into a triumph Northern Iowan 86:50, p.10	04/06/1990	Profile of Michelle Holdorf who won essay contest; photo.
89	Northern Iowa sophomore's triumph over handicap results in national contest win Public Relations News Release 1989:518, p.1	04/02/1990	Michelle Holdorf wins the "In View" magazine essay competition. She was selected for her use of humor in writing of the difficulties that she has faced having been born with one limb. Holdorf active as both a peer counselor and member of Tomahawk.
90	Untitled Northern Iowan 86:48, p.1	03/30/1990	Students become familiar with obstacles to those who are handicapped; photo.
91	Lending a helping hand Northern Iowan 85:51, p.1	04/14/1989	Students participate in Handicapped Awareness Week activities; photo.
92	Event cancelled for Handicap Awareness Northern Iowan 85:49, p.1	04/07/1989	Schedule of activities.
93	Vocational Rehabilitation Funds depleted Northern Iowan 85:49, p.1	04/07/1989	Kevin Whipple talks about the potential effects of the loss of funding.
94	Awareness of the challenges faced by disabled persons is goal of Northern Iowa's handicapped awareness weeek' activites, April 5, 10-11. Public Relations News Release 1988:387, p.1	04/03/1989	Activites will include a movie, a disability simulation and a wheelchair basketball game. The purpose is to help nondisabled person appreciate the barrirers and dilemmas of being handicapped in an inaccessible society.
95	What's Up Northern Iowan 85:33, p.3	01/31/1989	Meetings and activities.
96	New drivers give van service a lift Northern Iowan 85:31, p.6	01/24/1989	Van service on campus helps those with permanent or temporary handicaps.
97	Article viewed as inaccurate Northern Iowan 85:25, p.2	11/22/1988	Points out difficulty in using tunnel under University Avenue.
98	Haldorf gets around campus; despite disability Northern Iowan 85:22, p.5	11/11/1988	Profile of Michelle Haldorf; photo.
99	Students evaluate UNI's accessibility Northern Iowan 85:22, p.5	11/11/1988	A look at handicapped accessibility on campus.
100	Pickel doesn't let handicap slow him down Northern Iowan 85:20, p.8	11/04/1988	Joe Pickel talks about his experiences both before and after an accident that resulted in paralysis.