Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center

Displaying 1 - 50 of 335 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Fight for historical campus buildings continue Northern Iowan 118:34, p.1	02/14/2022	The fight to keep the Honors Cottage and Alumni House from being demolished continues; photo.
2	EMCEC: new understanding Northern Iowan 118:31, p.4	02/03/2022	Reprinted from the February 3, 1971 edition, the editor's introduction notes the EMCEC had recently begun in the Honors Cottage. The article discusses the Ethnic Minority Cultural and Education Center.
3	Presidents House turned Honors Cottage Northern Iowan 118:19, p.5	11/01/2021	The Honors Cottage, first called the President's House, has been home to many different people and clubs, and it currently houses the university's honors program.
4	UNI Seven honored on 50th anniversary Northern Iowan 116:43, p.2	03/12/2020	The Center for Multicultural Education (CME) honored the 50th anniversary of the UNI Seven on March 9 in the Maucker Union Ballrooms. The article discusses the 1970 peaceful protests that led to the suspension of seven students - "The UNI 7" - and subsequent protest where almost 30 students were arrested. One of the protest demands was a learning space for people of color - two years later, the vice president's house became the Ethnic Minority Cultural and Educational Center, which evolved into today's CME. Ten activists involved in the protests were present at the event: Ann Burke, Palmer Byrd, Christopher Dalton, James Johnson, Glen Moore, Terry Sallis, Terry Stevens, Tony Stevens, Joseph Sailor, and Byron Washington; photo.
5	Center for Multicultural Education celebrates 40 years Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.23	04/01/2011	Brief history of the center; photo.
6	Remember when . . . . Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.	01/01/2010	Ethnic Minorities and Cultural House established in 1970; activities now centered in Center for Multicultural Education; photo.
7	Presidential, Provost scholarship programs undergo changes Northern Iowan 101:2, p.1	08/31/2004	Both Presidential and Provost Scholarship programs are now under the auspices of the University Honors Program. The program is now housed in the "Honors Cottage", the former site of the Center for Multicultural Education.
8	CME dedication stirs mixed emotions in UNI Seven Northern Iowan 100:46, p.1	03/30/2004	The new Center for Multicultural Education addition to Maucker Union is dedicated; photo.
9	UNI to dedicate new Center for Multicultural Education Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	03/15/2004	Dedication will be held Friday, March 26; speakers include President Koob and author Nicolas Vaca.
10	UNI celebrates diversity with week of events Public Relations News Release 2002:55, p.1	08/30/2002	Diversity Week will include many events, such as an Afro-Brazilian Capoeira Dance, speakers, forums, and other activities that are aimed at increasing cultural awareness.
11	UNI Center for Multicultural Education celebrates 30th anniversary Public Relations News Release 2000:250, p.1	02/19/2001	The Ethnic Minorities and Cultural Center was opened in February 1971; now known as the Center for Multicultural Education.
12	Yearlong celebration marks UNI's 125th anniversary Northern Iowa Today 85:1, p.2	01/01/2001	A look at the important anniversaries and programs; UNI presidents comment on their achievements; photo.
13	UNI Diversity Week scheduled for Sept. 12-17 Public Relations News Release 1999:33, p.1	09/08/1999	Diversity Week schedule of events and speakers.
14	Striving to keep King's dream alive; Monday celebrates rights leader's efforts for equality Northern Iowan 95:29, p.11	01/15/1999	Schools, federal buildings, and banks will close Monday to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.; several campus events are scheduled; photo.
15	Fashion, variety show provides new beat Northern Iowan 95:24, p.8	11/20/1998	Center of Multicultural Education and Ethnic Student Senate sponsoring "Up Jumps the Boogie" tonight in Union.
16	"UNI Diversity Initiative: A Study Circle on Race" to be held on Friday, Nov. 6, at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1998:103, p.1	10/23/1998	Study group session will be third in series meeting to discuss race relations.
17	"UNI Diversity Initiative: A Study Circle on Race" to be held Friday, Oct. 23 at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1998:82, p.1	10/15/1998	Third of four discussions will focus on race relations and what individuals can do to make progress in the area.
18	"UNI Diversity Initiative: A Study Circle on Race" to be held Friday, Sept. 18, to support Diversity Week at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1998:28, p.1	09/09/1998	Difficult Dialogues will sponsor study group sessions on race-related issues beginning during Diversity Week and continuing on October 9, 23, and November 6.
19	Diversity Week scheduled for Sept. 13-18 at the University of Northern Iowa Campus News Network 9:2, p.2	08/31/1998	Many activities are scheduled for Diversity Week.
20	Lang Hall construction begins this fall as UNI-Dome and WRC work ends Campus News Network 9:1, p.1	08/17/1998	Work continues on PAC, construction on WRC and UNI-Dome will be completed, and Lang Hall renovations will begin; list of smaller projects; photo.
21	Asian students kick off awareness month Northern Iowan 94:44, p.3	03/13/1998	Many activities are planned for Asian Awareness Month; photo.
22	Asian Awareness Month Northern Iowan 94:44, p.10	03/13/1998	Panel discussion on intercultural dating, group discussion, and a dinner are planned for Asian Awareness Month in March.
23	"Preserving Iowa African American Women's History" topic for Difficult Dialogues series at University of Northern Iowa Friday, Feb. 20 Public Relations News Release 1997:232, p.1	02/17/1998	Difficult Dialogues series presents "Preserving Iowa African American Women's History". Facilitator will be Kathryn Neal. Ruth Frankenberg will speak March 13.
24	Recognizing contributions during Black History Month Public Relations News Release 1997:196, p.1	01/29/1998	Director of Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Education Center Michael Blackwell discusses reasons we celebrate African-American achievements.
25	University of Northern Iowa to participate in ninth national African American Read-In Chain Public Relations News Release 1997:194, p.1	01/28/1998	EMCEC will host African American Read-In Chain February 1. Alvarez Dixon, UNI student, is working on the project.
26	Women's Studies announces spring 1998 calendar for "Difficult Dialogues" at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1997:185, p.1	01/21/1998	"Difficult Dialogues" series at UNI will discuss "Experiencing and Exploring Heterosexism and Homophobia" January 23. Facilitators will be Karen Mitchell, Amy Moser, and William Behrends. Kathryn Neal will be featured February 20.
27	Cultural essay winner announced Northern Iowan 94:29, p.12	01/16/1998	Becky Trenary, Alecia Fett, Kenneth Estling, and Michael DeCicco placed in the first Ethnic and Minorities Cultural and Educational Center essay contest.
28	Freeing the slaves: 135th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation Public Relations News Release 1997:166, p.1	12/23/1997	Michael Blackwell, Director of the Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center, outlines the importance of the Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863.
29	Zulu African Drum and Dance Connection to celebrate Kwanzaa at the University of Northern Iowa on Wednesday, Dec. 10; other activities set Public Relations News Release 1997:140, p.1	12/02/1997	The Zulu African Drum and Dance Connection will perform December 10 to celebrate Kwanzaa. Other activities include presentation by Charline Barnes.
30	"Black Women in America: Challenge Spirit, Survival" topic for Difficult Dialogues at the University of Northern Iowa Friday, Nov. 14 Public Relations News Release 1997:112, p.1	11/10/1997	Scharron Clayton will direct discussion at this month's Difficult Dialogues. Sponsored by Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center, Women's Studies, and Multicultural Activities and Programming Committee.
31	Author Ray Young Bear to give two presentations Wednesday, Nov. 5, at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1997:95, p.1	11/03/1997	Ray Young Bear will discuss the contributions of Native Americans on the state of Iowa November 5.
32	UNI Explores the many aspects of diversity this week Public Relations News Release 1997:29, p.1	09/11/1997	Michael Blackwell, director of the Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center, reports the events and challenges of Diversity Week at UNI.
33	University of Northern Iowa Celebrates Cinco De Mayo outside Maucker Union Friday, May 2 Public Relations News Release 1996:381, p.1	04/29/1997	Cinco De May will be celebrated with "Great Food, Great Music, and Lots of Fun".
34	Elegant night ends Black History Month; Alvarez Dixon, Katrice Woods crowned king, queen Northern Iowan 93:40, p.8	02/28/1997	Third annual Essence of Ebony Ball was held to conclude Black History Month activities; photo.
35	'Difficult Dialogues' Workshop to hear excerpts from 'Working Past a "Divide and Conquer" Mentality, Friday.Feb.14 Public Relations News Release 1996:258, p.1	02/07/1997	The 'Difficult Dialogues' present a spring presentation.
36	University of Northern Iowa offices extend hours during first week of spring semester classes Public Relations News Release 1996:222, p.1	01/13/1997	Many University offices are open until 6:00pm to aid students as a new semester begins.
37	Minority role models: Who is today's Martin Luther King Jr. ? Public Relations News Release 1996:220, p.1	01/13/1997	Guy Sims and Dr. Michael Blackwell respond to the question of whom African Americans have as role models.
38	What's Up Northern Iowan 93:12, p.4	10/11/1996	Activities and meetings.
39	What's Up Northern Iowan 93:11, p.4	10/08/1996	Activities and meetings.
40	"Exploring the Intersections of Race and Sexual Orientation" topic for Difficult Dialogues Friday, October 11 at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1996:97, p.1	10/08/1996	Laura Goetz will be the facilitator of the discussion October 11. Brief works by Barbara Smith, an African American lesbian, will be read and discussed. The readings concern issues and relations between the American American and Jewish communities.
41	Diversity Week to start Sunday Northern Iowan 93:2, p.17	09/06/1996	Diversity Week activities include a march and panel discussion.
42	Profile: Cathy Pearson Campus News Network 6:20, p.3	07/08/1996	Profile of EMCEC clerk Cathy Pearson; photo.
43	An uneasy look back: Culture Center celebrates 25th anniversary Northern Iowa Today 80:1, p.16	07/01/1996
44	Northern Lights celebrating a dozen decades of great teaching Campus News Network 6:17, p.	05/06/1996	Photographs of activities celebrating UNI's 120th anniversary; photo.
45	University of Northern Iowa celebrates Cinco De Mayo on top of Maucker Union Public Relations News Release 1995:342, p.1	04/29/1996	Karen Stein will facilitate the song and dance during the celebration of Cinco De Mayo.
46	Maucker speaks of accomplishments of EMCEC Northern Iowan 92:53, p.1	04/26/1996	Maucker outlines history of founding of EMCEC; panel discussion follows; photo.
47	Former President J.W. Maucker back on campus Northern Iowan 92:52, p.1	04/23/1996	Will speak on founding of EMCEC.
48	Past Public Relations News Release 1995:329, p.1	04/22/1996	UNI remembers the turbulent 1960's.
49	Northern Lights; a celebration honoring the 120th anniversary of the University of Northern Iowa Campus News Network 6:16, p.2	04/22/1996	Schedule of events for 120th anniversary celebration.
50	University of Northern Iowa to celebrate its 120th anniversary with variety of activities April 20-27 Public Relations News Release 1995:324, p.1	04/17/1996	Activities are announced for the celebration of the 120th anniversary of UNI.