Environment

Displaying 51 - 100 of 451 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
51	UNI to host Earth Week events Northern Iowan 108:50, p.6	04/13/2012	Campus wide series of events announced.
52	Chats composting excess coffee grounds Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.1	04/06/2012	Increasing interest in sustainability across campus spurred Lisa Kremer to investigate the possibility of composting. She learned there is a composting area on campus that accepts donations; photo.
53	Letter to the Editor Northern Iowan 108:47, p.5	04/03/2012	The economics of coal as a fuel at UNI, questioned. The impact of the release of sulfur, nitrogen, mercury, carbon, and particulate matter considered dangerous.
54	Updates on the NISG lower cabinet Northern Iowan 108:34, p.6	02/07/2012	NISG president explains the work of cabinet members.
55	UNI students to present blueprint for a sustainable society Public Relations News Release 2011:124, p.1	11/29/2011	Several UNI students will give a presentation on "Visioning a Sustainable World in 2050" as part of the course work in Introduction to Sustainability.
56	Education that builds engaged citizenship Northern Iowan 108:21, p.6	11/08/2011	Believes that higher education is about learning, discussing, and sharing ideas that will build a better city, state, and nation. Here is a teachable moment. Believes that the protesters remind us of deep societal problems; photo.
57	Cool neighbors learn about CFU rebates, choose action steps Public Relations News Release 2011:100, p.1	11/01/2011	Residents of Cedar Falls are working with Cedar Falls Utility to make homes more efficient.
58	A sneak peek into Panther Village Northern Iowan 108:16, p.1	10/21/2011	New apartment style dorms are scheduled to open in the Fall of 2012. There are sixty apartments with 204 bedrooms. Phase II of the project is already underway and is scheduled to open Fall of 2013; photo.
59	Guest Column Northern Iowan 108:13, p.4	10/11/2011	Elimination of the cancer contributing factors, including lawn chemicals, urged. Breast Cancer Awareness Month concentrates on the individual to a large extent. Raising money for research is great, but we need to get to the root of the problem.
60	The pollution solution Northern Iowan 108:13, p.4	10/11/2011	New does not always mean better. Believes mankind simply over consumes. The need to reuse and do so creatively is apparent. We should take a sincere interest in our environment before it is too late.
61	Purple, gold and green Northern Iowan 108:10, p.3	09/30/2011	Reduction in the university's carbon footprint is a priority of President Allen and the Cabinet. Cell phone and battery recycling is available. Sabin Hall received the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.
62	UNI rededicates Sabin Northern Iowan 108:9, p.1	09/27/2011	Sabin Hall reopened in January of 2011 after two years of reconstruction. The building is LEED certified at the silver level for its environmental design. Sabin Hall is a work of pride; photo.
63	UNI to rededicate Sabin Hall Northern Iowan 108:7, p.2	09/20/2011	Sabin Hall reopened in January 2011 following two years of demolition and reconstruction. Sustainability was the goal of the renovation. Sabin Hall has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design award.
64	UNI to show 'Gasland' documentary by Josh Fox Public Relations News Release 2011:17, p.1	09/06/2011	A documentary titled "Gasland" will explore the harmful affects that drilling for natural gas can have on the environment.
65	State Senator Rob Hogg and Raki Giannakourus to discuss cleaner energy Public Relations News Release 2011:13, p.1	08/29/2011	Cleaner and more efficient energy will be the topic for speakers Rob Hogg, State Senator, and Raki Giannakourus of the Green Dubuque organization.
66	Earth-friendly opportunities accompany new semester Northern Iowan 108:1, p.17	08/26/2011	Students coming to UNI this fall are more environmentally conscious than ever before. In addition to full service recycling in the dorms and recycling stations in high traffic areas, Eric O'Brien has more suggestions for saving energy; photo.
67	Green Iowa AmericCops hiring in Black hawk, Linn, Winneshiek and Dubuque counties Public Relations News Release 2011:10, p.1	08/23/2011	The Green Iowa AmeriCorps will be looking for individuals to help manage a green initiative throughout several Iowa counties.
68	UNI Reclaim Your Holiday initiative to host workshop in Toddville Public Relations News Release 2011:5, p.1	08/09/2011	A workshop designed to show participants how to reclaim their holidays and make them more environmentally friendly.
69	UNI Reclaim Your holiday initiative to host workshop in Des Moines Public Relations News Release 2011:4, p.1	08/09/2011	A workshop designed to show participants how to reclaim their holidays and make them more environmentally friendly.
70	UNI receives Environmental Excellence Award Northern Iowan 107:60, p.2	07/22/2011	UNI has taken an active role in practicing sustainable stewardship of our primarily urban campus. Controlled drainage of Dry Run Creek, the installation of rain gardens, and the introduction of native plant species are helpful; photo.
71	UNI receives Governor's Environmental Excellence Award Public Relations News Release 2011:5, p.1	07/07/2011	The Governor's Environmental Excellence Award for their work with Dry Run Creek and runoff water on campus.
72	Schellhardt says farewell Northern Iowan 107:57, p.1	06/24/2011	Vice President of Administration and Financial Services announces his retirement. Tom Schellhardt has served UNI for nine years; photo.
73	UNI presents 'Green the Scene' as part of Earth Week Northern Iowan 107:50, p.1	04/15/2011	College of Education sponsored brown-bag lunches to promote reduce, reuse, and recycle during spring cleaning. The first session is on ergonomics.
74	UNI to celebrate Earth Week Public Relations News Release 2010:284, p.1	04/08/2011	Earth Week is a campus-wide event that aims to involve the campus community in environmental action and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. UNI's Earth Week activities listed.
75	UNI CARE now accepting nominations Northern Iowan 107:46, p.1	04/01/2011	Sustainability Council will recognize faculty, staff, students, organizations, programs, and departments that demonstrate outstanding commitment to sustainability.
76	Bottled water Northern Iowan 107:44, p.10	03/25/2011	Students urged to search for a more renewable and economically friendly source of water. Huge numbers of plastic water bottles are being taken to landfills. Like plastic bags, the bottles break down very slowly.
77	Larry Stone discusses the legacy of Iowa's 'bird lady' Northern Iowan 107:40, p.4	03/01/2011	Gladys Black and her passion for birds, kids, and outdoor education were examined during a story telling and photographic presentation; photo.
78	CEEE sponsors sustainability film series Northern Iowan 107:39, p.1	02/25/2011	"Fresh" is a film, highlighting the impact of the food industry on society. The film show both positive and negative aspects on the environment and health of the economy.
79	Pure as the driven snow Northern Iowan 107:38, p.10	02/22/2011	Following the melting of the snow last week, the trash let behind by those who litter was revealed. It takes very little effort to walk to a trash can. Let's clean up the Hill and all areas with a little effort; photo.
80	Club S. O. L. E. builds a relationship with nature Northern Iowan 107:34, p.7	02/08/2011	Student Outdoor Leadership Education group often spends Wednesday and Thursday hiking in the Cedar Valley on snow shoes or cross country skis. The club has explored several activities, since its beginning in 2001; photo.
81	UNI professors participate in study on climate change Northern Iowan 107:30, p.1	01/25/2011	A group of professors from the Regents institutions have drafted a report on a climate change study. State legislators asked for this study.
82	Sabin Hall reopens for classes Northern Iowan 107:28, p.1	01/14/2011	Extensive remodeling over the past two years has modernized Sabin Hall and brought the building up to the fire code. Many "green" elements have been added to the building; photo.
83	What would our Founding Fathers think? Northern Iowan 107:21, p.12	11/09/2010	The state of the economy, the environment, and today's politics are not what the key players in the forming of this country had in mind. Readers urged to bring back the "American Dream" and make changes.
84	UNI program educates teachers about flood prevention Public Relations News Release 2010:134, p.1	11/09/2010	The program "Rain, Runoff, and Rivers: Understanding Watersheds," will include weekend workshops. "A watershed is a land that water flows across or under on its way to a stream, river, or lake.
85	UNI excels in nonprofit leader preparation UNI certifies second-highest number of students in nonprofit management Public Relations News Release 2010:2, p.1	08/02/2010	Out of 65 American Humanics institutions in the U.S., the college certified the second-highest number of students in nonprofit management during the 2009-2010 academic school year.
86	UNI professors take hands-on approach to teach seventh graders about the natural environment Public Relations News Release 2009:459, p.1	05/14/2010	Fifty-three seventh graders from Kike-New Hartford Middle School will take a field trip to the Cedar Hills Sand Prairie. Laura Jackson and Jim Desmastes will teach the students about ecosystems and how they work.
87	Eight UNI students put worms to work Public Relations News Release 2009:434, p.1	04/29/2010	UNI's Recycling & Reuse Technology Transfer Center (RRTTC) provided each student with a vermicompost kit, which included a 10-gallon bin drilled with holes and filled with "brown waste" and 10 dozen worms, called Red Wigglers.
88	Every day should be Earth Day Northern Iowan 106:53, p.6	04/27/2010	Energy conservation during Earth Day competition suggests that students can commit to saving resources on a day to day basis.
89	UNI featured by the Princeton Review and U. S. Green Building Council in just-published 'Guide to 286 Green Colleges' Public Relations News Release 2009:426, p.1	04/26/2010	A free guidebook profiles the nation's most environmentally responsible colleges and universities. The nationally known education services company selected UNI for inclusion in a unique resource it has created for college applicants.
90	UNI to celebrate Earth Week Public Relations News Release 2009:404, p.1	04/15/2010	Earth Week is a campus-wide event, which aims to involve the campus sommunity in environmental action and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. Earth Day activities are listed.
91	Cedar Falls replants trees around the city Northern Iowan 106:46, p.1	04/02/2010	The storm of July 12, 2009, destroyed trees on three hundred and eighteen properties. Residents have until April 11 to request the assistance of the city in replanting. Three hundred ninety trees are expected to be replanted.
92	UNI lists experts in environment and sustainability Public Relations News Release 2009:367, p.1	04/01/2010	The C.A.R.E. (creating a responsible environment) Web site has compiled a list of faculty and staff who can speak to topics on the environment and sustainability, from psychology to technology.
93	A letter from Adam Haselhuhn Northern Iowan 106:42, p.8	03/09/2010	Outgoing president of NISG shares what student government has done this past year, addresses misconceptions, and outlines challenges for the organization during the coming year; photo.
94	UNI's IWRC hosts workshop on new EPA rule for bulk gasoline plants Public Relations News Release 2009:270, p.1	02/11/2010	The new rule says that bulk gasoline plants with a throughput less than 20,000 gallons-per-day are subject to less stringent regulatory requirements than the larger bulk gasoline termins, according to Dan Nickey.
95	Spring exhibit at UNI Museum features a new look at coffee, from farm to cup Public Relations News Release 2009:249, p.1	01/29/2010	The Museums will present, "Coffee: The World in Your Cup," a traveling exhibit from Seattle's Burke Museum, which explores the environmental and social impacts of the coffee industry and environmentally responsible coffee purchases at the grocery store.
96	Green Project UNI creates mural for climate change Northern Iowan 106:27, p.4	12/11/2009	A photograph of a mural about climate change has been sent to President Obama encouraging him to take an active part in the Copenhagen conference; photo.
97	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 106:17, p.7	10/27/2009	Green Week concluded with community members forming 360 on the floor of McLeod Center; photo.
98	NISG opposes high tuition increases, prepares for Green Week Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1	10/20/2009	Adam Haselhuhn feels that the state is increasingly placing the burden of public higher education on the backs of the students. A tuition raise of over three and a half percent is not acceptable to NISG. Green Week focuses on the environment.
99	I spy litter at UNI Northern Iowan 106:15, p.8	10/20/2009	Believes Homecoming brings out the worst in students. Littering on campus was terrible. Students urged to put trash in the proper receptacle.
100	Green Week encourages environmental awareness Northern Iowan 106:11, p.2	10/06/2009	Presentations and discussions during Green Week will allow students to consider the consequences of environmental changes. A campus conversation will be held. Energy efficient light bulbs will be distributed. "King Corn" will be shown; photo.