Diversity
Displaying 51 - 100 of 259 in reverse chronological order
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51 | International Student Association brings worldwide traditions to campus Northern Iowan 109:51, p.6 |
The International Student Association put on an event showcasing the clothing, cuisine, and talent from different areas around the world. The event, which had a good student turnout, illustrated the diversity of students at UNI; photo. | |
52 | Diversity exert to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2012:234, p.1 |
UNI will host Christine E. Sleeter to promote diversity in education. Sleeter will discuss issues relation to race, class, gender and disability in the classroom. | |
53 | Prize-winning author and lecturer to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2012:203, p.1 |
Mr. James W. Loewen, one of the most acclaimed historians of race in the United States, will give a lecture on his award-winning book "Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism." He will also hold two workshops focusing on his two books. | |
54 | Wartell emphasizes UNI's uniqueness Northern Iowan 109:33, p.1 |
The third and final candidate for the position of UNI president spoke about his vision on UNI's place in the community and the state of Iowa. Dr. Wartell believes UNI will be censured, but will not change because of it; photo. | |
55 | Moving toward multiculturalism Northern Iowan 109:33, p.4 |
Author encourages readers to take pride in the diversity of this country and take progressive steps in moving toward multiculturalism; photo. | |
56 | Promoting 'NOH8' at UNI Northern Iowan 109:27, p.2 |
NOH8 event encourages students to stand up for targets of hate, specifically lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, at UNI. Students speak about support for the NOH8 event and effects on the campus community; photo. | |
57 | UNI students to partake in 'NOH8' photoshoots Northern Iowan 109:26, p.1 |
Event encourages acceptance and support for diversity and anti-bullying at UNI. "NOH8 at UNI" will be co-hosted by UNI, UNI Proud, ONE Iowa, UNI Feminist Action League, and Northern Iowa Democrats; photo. | |
58 | Bienvenido al nuevo America Northern Iowan 109:26, p.4 |
Author addresses concern with discrimination against natural-born Hispanic/Latino community. Raises concern of racism and encourages readers to consider equality. Students encouraged to engage in Hispanic/Latino Student Union events; photo. | |
59 | Nominations Northern Iowan 109:25, p.7 |
Nominations wanted for Diversity Matters Awards. Awards are meant to recognize advancement of diversity-related goals at UNI. | |
60 | UNI professor to premiere documentary film Public Relations News Release 2012:117, p.1 |
Francesca Soans' film "Sons of Jacob Synagogue" premeired at Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Documentary film explores history and experiences of Jewish community in Waterloo. Film is in 5-part documentary series. Film music by UNI faculty. | |
61 | UNI to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month Public Relations News Release 2012:108, p.1 |
Series of events honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month will take place at UNI. Event to include the Clothesline Project, Survivor panel, informational events, and donation drive. | |
62 | UNI Proud hosts first small group spectrum of 2012-13 school year Northern Iowan 109:8, p.4 |
Meeting involved breakout sessions led my two veteran members of the group. Labeling was the main theme of the discussion. Those in attendance shared how they had lost friends and even family when they announced their sexual preferences. | |
63 | UNI's Center for Multicultural Education to host book club Public Relations News Release 2012:50, p.1 |
This is the sixth year for the book club. A diversity of authors will enlighten readers on cultural matters. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to attend. | |
64 | 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. | |
65 | Fashion and ethics Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.5 |
Even if another person dresses differently or has tattoos or body piercings, that does not make him or her different on the inside. Know yourself and be aware of differences in people; photo. | |
66 | The 'Race' Race Northern Iowan 108:47, p.5 |
Believes that diversity is often discussed, but currently is not embraced. Progress has been made in bringing minorities to campus, but inclusion seems to be another matter; photo, | |
67 | Discovering why diversity matters Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.18 |
Recent Diversity Case Competition held on campus; competitors offer their views; photo. | |
68 | The truth of the matter Northern Iowan 108:34, p.5 |
The 99 percent need to be concerned about issues of race, class, and gender. The 1 percent is isolated from these concerns. Diversity is used as the power to use communication and conversation in a positive manner. | |
69 | UNI Museum to explore reality of race Public Relations News Release 2011:151, p.1 |
The exhibit "RACE: Are We So Different" will be held at the UNI Museum. | |
70 | UNI to host Annual Town Hall Meeting on Diversity Public Relations News Release 2011:148, p.1 |
UNI's Town Hall Meeting will focus on diversity with speaker Heather Hackman. | |
71 | UNIBusiness to hold first Diversity Case Competition Public Relations News Release 2011:241, p.1 |
UNIBusiness will host a Diversity Case Competition for students on the UNI campus. | |
72 | College of Education refocuses mission Northern Iowan 108:27, p.1 |
A new mission statement is meant to sum up the primary goals of the college: leadership, transformation, service, engagement, and diversity; photo. | |
73 | Everyone needs to know that someone cares Northern Iowan 108:25, p.3 |
A smile, a hello, or a thumbs up can help another person's attitude. Friends are important, but just being pleasant to everyone brightens their day and yours; photo. | |
74 | Forum held for African American men Northern Iowan 108:21, p.1 |
Over fifty African-American men participated in the first of its kind meeting. The event focused on ways to improve the health and wellness and educational and relationship challenges facing the community. | |
75 | Proposal submitted to change Liberal Arts Core Northern Iowan 108:20, p.1 |
The proposed change is the first since the inception twenty years ago. Ian Goldsmith states that there is flexibility in the sixteen part proposal. Not everyone is supportive. | |
76 | Film looks at life of American Muslims Northern Iowan 108:11, p.6 |
"Mooz-lum" was screened as part of this year's "Reaching for Higher Ground" series. The movie is the story of a young Muslim's journey through public school, madrassa, his parents' divorce, and 9/11. | |
77 | Richness rather than threat Northern Iowan 108:8, p.4 |
Diversity of culture should not be a threat to educated people. Get to know those from another culture on campus. You will learn as much from them as they will from you. | |
78 | Luciano encourages pluralism, diversity Northern Iowan 108:8, p.1 |
Danique Seymour shared her poem, "Faces", prior to Felipe Luciano's lecture. The lecture was entitled, "Black Latino Unity: The Missing Link". Luciano's lecture was part of a series of lectures on diversity. | |
79 | Get uncomfortable Northern Iowan 108:7, p.4 |
Students urged to take advantage of the diversity of backgrounds and countries on campus. This year multicultural students make up 7.4 percent of the student body. Introduce yourself and have a conversation with a student from another country. | |
80 | A new approach to diversity Northern Iowan 107:52, p.12 |
In the opinion of the writer, nonreligious groups are not at the table when diversity is discussed. The "Standing on Higher Ground" series advance the status of the LGBT and the Jump Start Program helps underprivileged students. | |
81 | Are we overlooking something? Northern Iowan 107:47, p.11 |
The president, administration, and Bias Response Team all echo the call for diversity and calm and moral interactions on our campus. Students need to form a coalition concerned with the needs of their fellow students and members of the University. | |
82 | UNI Proud Drag Ball fills Maucker Union Northern Iowan 107:46, p.3 |
UNI Proud sponsored its third annual Drag Ball. The aim of the show was to promote safe sex and raise money for the Community AIDS Assistance Project; photo. | |
83 | Participation and encouragement are key when encountering diversity Northern Iowan 107:44, p.11 |
Believes people need a "push" to look at other cultures or life experiences. The presence of a member of the administration at the Latino Ball was noted and appreciated. Perhaps credit could be given for attendance at speeches from diverse speakers. | |
84 | UNI students explore different elements of diversity Northern Iowan 107:43, p.2 |
Residence Hall Association sponsored a "Let's Talk Diversity" event; photo. | |
85 | Black and White Ball Northern Iowan 107:41, p.10 |
Everyone is invited to attend the dance, sponsored by the Hispanic Latino Student Union. Students urged to interact with those from different cultures. Interacting is a way of learning about each other. | |
86 | Biannual climate survey ends Friday Northern Iowan 107:40, p.1 |
Survey asks students and staff to express their opinions on diversity. Employee response has been nearly 52%. Students response has been a little over 15%. | |
87 | Why I am ashamed today to call myself an Iowan Northern Iowan 107:35, p.12 |
The Iowa House vote to prohibit gay marriages and make recognition of state civil unions illegal has caused the author to question the basis of what Iowans think. | |
88 | Debate or debacle? Northern Iowan 107:35, p.10 |
Freethinkers and Inquirers and the Navigators debate the topic; "Are Christian beliefs damaging the world?" The Navigators seemed to state evangelical fundamentalism that did not seem to represent mainstream Christian thought. | |
89 | UNI announces second annual Diversity Matters award recipients. Public Relations News Release 2010:189, p.1 |
The award is in recognition of their efforts to help the university achieve its diversity-related goals. | |
90 | Diversity Fair opens students' minds Northern Iowan 107:30, p.4 |
Twenty four student organizations set up tables for the Diversity Fair held in Maucker Union. Why is diversity important? We no longer live in just a city, county, or country. We live in a global society and must learn to communicate; photo. | |
91 | A blind eye Northern Iowan 107:28, p.10 |
Urges readers to look beyond the color of someone's skin and get beyond their religious beliefs. Look at people as people who have the same needs and desires as you do. | |
92 | A dialogue of diversity Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.2 |
Summary of events associated with GBPAC's "Standing on Higher Ground" program; President Allen's statement on the program; photo. | |
93 | Exploring differences; a how-to guide for expanding your comfort zone Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.12 |
Professor Harry Brod talks about ways to relate to people who are different. | |
94 | Diversity Matters Northern Iowan 107:25, p.1 |
Applications being accepted for the Diversity Matters award. | |
95 | 'Diversity Matters' but why? Northern Iowan 107:22, p.7 |
Interaction with international students is not apparent. Only three and a half percent of the students are international students. Americans interact mostly with American students. | |
96 | UNI students to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Northern Iowan 107:5, p.6 |
A music festival September 16 will highlight the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month; photo. | |
97 | UNI names new dean of College of Education Northern Iowan 106:56, p.1 |
Dwight C. Watson selected; will begin duties July 1, 2010; brief profile; outlines goals; photo. | |
98 | NISG president recalls his experience at last NISG meeting Northern Iowan 106:51, p.1 |
Adam Haselhuhn talks about the achievements of his administration including accessibility, diversity, and special events. | |
99 | 'Jesus, Interrupted' author to speak at UNI Ehrman's visit part of book club series finale Public Relations News Release 2009:383, p.1 |
Bart Ehrman, the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will discuss his book "Jesus, Interrupted: Revealing the Hidden Contradictions in the Bible (and Why We Don't Know About Them)." | |
100 | Inaugural Diversity Matters Award recipients announced at annual town hall Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.19 |
Roster of those who won an award; photo. |