Franken--Mary L. Wieking [Home Economics Faculty]

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1 UNI emeritus professor, Mary Franken, receives national outstanding achievement award
Public Relations News Release 2008:170, p.1
Was honored with the prestigious Florence Faligatter Alumni Award for outstanding achievement in family and consumer science. The award presented during the society's 100 Anniversary Conclave in Minneapolis, also recognized her as a 50-year member.
2 University of Northern Iowa to host town meeting "Community Commitments to the UN Platform of Action on Women" Wednesday April 17
Public Relations News Release 1995:310, p.1
Lynn Cutler to be the keynote speaker for the town meeting for community members and local officials.
3 New University of Northern Iowa members selected for national honor society in Design, Family and Consumer Sciences area
Public Relations News Release 1995:77, p.1
Beta Nu Chapter of Phi Upsilon Omicron inducts new members.
4 Twenty-five years at UNI
Campus News Network 5:22, p.2
Thirteen faculty members were honored by Waterloo Chamber of Commerce for twenty-five years in the education field.
5 Good communication important for families
Public Relations News Release 1994:427, p.1
Time together, listening, and respect for one another are important to good family communication.
6 Good communication important for families
Public Relations News Release 1994:0, p.1
Although families lead a busy life, they need to make time for each other.
7 Family communication
Public Relations News Release 1994:384, p.1
With both parents working, it is even more important to communicate among family members.
8 University of Northern Iowa Beta Nu Chapter of Phi Upsilon Omicron celebrates 25th anniversary Saturday, February 25
Public Relations News Release 1994:291, p.1
25th anniversary activities planned by Phi Upsilon Omicron at UNI.
9 Shoppers, start your engines.
Public Relations News Release 1994:158, p.1
Christmas shopping traditionally begins the day after Thanksgiving.
10 University of Northern Iowa students attend Phi Upsilon Omicron National Conclave
Public Relations News Release 0:633, p.1
Four UNI students attend the national home economics honor society meeting.
11 International Year of the Family good time to look at family strengths.
Public Relations News Release 0:403, p.1
Mary Franken suggests that families understand their strengths and strive to understand other cultures and people of diverse backgrounds.
12 A family affair.
Public Relations News Release 1993:352, p.1
The UN has proclaimed 1994 as the International Year of the Family according to Mary Franken.
13 University of Northern Iowa, Hawkeye to offer 'Family Literature and Literacy Workshop'.
Public Relations News Release 1993:267, p.1
UNI and HCC will co-sponsor workshop dealing with literature and literacy.
14 Several faculty
Campus News Network 3:19, p.4
Members of Department of Design, Family and Consumer Sciences publish articles.
15 Holidays good time to teach children value of family ties, friendships
Public Relations News Release 1992:230, p.1
Mary Franken suggests parents do things as a family especially during the holidays. This is an excellent time to show your children your values.
16 Fostering the function of the family
Public Relations News Release 1992:214, p.1
Mary Franken urges families to use time off during the holidays to restore family ties.
17 Phi Upsilon Omicron urges students to "clean their closets"
Northern Iowan 89:23, p.4
Seeking donations for Child Care Center.
18 Mary Franken
Campus News Network 2:20, p.2
Honor society that she advises is honored.
19 University of Northern Iowa to offer "family strengths" course in Sioux City next month
Public Relations News Release 1991:700, p.1
UNI will provide a course on "family strengths" in Sioux City in July.
20 Team approach necessary in addressing teen pregnancy issue
Public Relations News Release 1991:608, p.1
Parents, teachers, schools, churches, and communities must work together to control the teen pregnancy problem according to Mary Franken.
21 Teen mothers and their babies face obstacles; from health risks to financial burdens
Northern Iowan 88:50, p.8
22 The passing of the age of the Cleavers
Public Relations News Release 1991:434, p.1
Today's family is changing. The Iowa Regents Center for Early Developmental Education provides a focused effort to improve early childhood education, especially for children at risk.
23 Northern Iowa sources for this week's topics in the news
Public Relations News Release 1991:431, p.1
Faculty members available to provide information on current events.
24 Teen pregnancy is persistent problem, says University of Northern Iowa professor
Public Relations News Release 1991:384, p.1
According to Mary Franken, teenage mothers have babies of lower weight and higher mortality rate. They also have higher health risks during their pregnancy.
25 Singular solutions
Public Relations News Release 1991:241, p.1
Mary Franken states that the traditional family is rapidly becoming a scarce commodity due to the nationwide divorce rate.
26 "I won't have time for our annual meaningful conversation tonight, Mom."
Public Relations News Release 1991:223, p.1
The closest families are ones that spend quality and quantity time together.
27 Have our children bitten off more than they can chew?
Public Relations News Release 1991:197, p.1
Children seem to be overbooked with activities. There simply are too many choices for young people to make without the help and guidance of parents, according to Mary Franken.
28 Limiting participation in activities, helping kids with school projects among ways to make family time.
Public Relations News Release 1991:179, p.1
Mary Franken expresses concern for children having calendars that are too full of activities. Parents need to allow children to experience different activities, but also have the responsibility to help them make choices.
29 Building family strengths workshop June 4-5 at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1990:592, p.1
UNI will present a workshop on building family strengths.
30 Regents approve promotion of 23, tenure for 13 Northern Iowa faculty members
Public Relations News Release 1990:429, p.1

Roster of those who received promotions and tenure announced at UNI.

31 Nationally known speaker to address area teens, parents on self-esteem and sexual choices for students
Public Relations News Release 1990:189, p.1
Laurie Stewart will address students and parents on the topic of self-esteem.
32 Building strong families takes work, time, and a lot of patience
Public Relations News Release 1990:50, p.1
Families are having a tough time, but it's not impossible to improve relationships.
33 Special program for parents on teen self-esteem to be Tuesday (April 10) at Hoover intermediate school in Waterloo; co=sponsored by Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1989:537, p.1
Laurie Stewart performs a presentation through the Project PREPARE III. The presentation will help parents help their children self-esteem and healthy sexual attitudes.
34 Speaker on self-esteem to visit area schools April 10, 11: Co-sponsored by University of Northern Iowa and local agencies
Public Relations News Release 1989:496, p.1
Laurie Stewart visits with intermediate and junior high students for the PREPARE III teen-pregnancy prevention program. The project is co-directed by Professors Mary Franken and Cheryl Budlong through the Iowa Department of Human Services.
35 A shot in the arm; health education gets a transfusion
Nonpareil 72:1, p.6
UNI faculty develop programs to deal with early pregnancy and AIDS; photo.
36 UNI develops teen pregnancy program
Northern Iowan 84:19, p.6
Mary Franken and Cheryl Budlong talk about the program for which they received a $34,362 grant.
37 Grant to Northern Iowa to provide K-12 curriculum development for dealing with adolescent pregnancy
Public Relations News Release 1987:105, p.1
Professors Mary Franken and Cheryl Budlong direct Project PREPARE, a program designed to aid teachers in educating students on relationships and pregnancy. The program serves elementary, middle, and high schools of Black Hawk, Buchanan, and Tama counties.
38 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:95, p.1
Wayne Anderson analyzes problems created by abandoned wells scattered throughout the state. Jay Edelnant explains the role of art in economic development. Cheryl Budlong and Mary Franken develop anti-pregnancy curriculum.
39 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:83, p.1
Ken McCormick explains how local businesses benefit from tourists traveling to the World Series. Students abstain from alcohol for one week. Mary Franken and Cheryl Budlong develop pregnancy prevention curriculum. Carolyn Thomas speaks on self expression.
40 Northern Iowa faculty develop program to help teenagers make sexual decisions
Northern Iowa Today 16:1, p.8
Project PREPARE coordinated by Professors Franken and Budlong; receives grant.
41 'Building Family Strengths' facilitators' training to be Aug. 18-19 at Spirit Lake
Public Relations News Release 1987:435, p.1
Professor Mary Franken instructs a course on working with families to build strength and unity. The program will help group leaders develop positive strategies for identifying problems within a family.
42 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:425, p.1
Michael Sonnleitner examines the nomination of Robert Bork to the Supreme Court. Paul Winter discusses horse races. Joanne Spaide offers a brief history of ice cream. Jane Richards discusses dangers of smoking. Mary Franken speaks on strong families.
43 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:405, p.1
Mary Franken examines child care services. Shirley Cropper speaks on Tornado Alley, and summer storms. Donald Sussman explains the various types athletic shoes. Mary Bozik explains the need for listening skills. Key Lee speaks on family activities.
44 'Building family strengths' facilitators' training to be June 23-24 at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1987:396, p.1
Professor Mary Franken instructs a training program for family strength counselors in Wright Hall. The program is sponsored by the Division of Continuing Education and Department of Home Economics.
45 UNI Home Economics honorary initiates new members
Public Relations News Release 1987:260, p.1
The Beta Nu chapter of Phi Epsilon Omicron initiates seven new members. Professor Mary Franken spoke on the organization's history as the chapter's advisor on Founders Day. Includes a list of new members, with their hometowns.
46 UNI professor to preside over annual state home economics meeting, April 3-4
Public Relations News Release 1987:255, p.1
Professor Phyllis Conklin presides over the Iowa Home Economics Association's annual meeting. Professor Joanne Spaide presented a session on nutrition, and Professor Mary Franken presented a session on home economics internships with Lynne Beykirch.
47 New members named to Publication Board
Northern Iowan 83:25, p.4
Jerry Klinkowitz and Mary Franken will join board; some questions about reasons for changes.
48 Families focus of workshop
Northern Iowan 83:19, p.15
Mary Franken will lead workshop.
49 UNI women receive $170, 000 grant to help women advance in higher education
Public Relations News Release 1987:81, p.1
Professor Donna Thompson, and fifteen other faculty women, make efforts to remove barriers that keep women and minorities from excelling in higher education. The project was funded by grants from the Department of Eduaction and university funds.
50 'Building Family Strengths' workshop for training facilitators Oct. 31-Nov. 1 at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1987:79, p.1
The Building Family Strengths workshop was held in Wright All, and directed by Professor Mary Franken as part of a nationwide program to reinforce family values. The workshop applies to family groups, communities, and church settings.
51 Singles conference set
Northern Iowan 83:6, p.16
Several UNI people will be included in conference at Nazareth Lutheran Church.
52 Regents name new UNI department head, other business
Public Relations News Release 1986:463, p.1
Ronald Chung was appointed the new head of the Department of Home Economics; suceeds Mary Franken, who resigned to focus on family and research interests; renovation contracts were also approved.
53 Building strong families is new 'wellness' craze
Public Relations News Release 1986:462, p.1
Fmary ranken's class, "Family Wellness", seeks to help educators and helping professionals learn to identify the characteristics of strong families and to develop strategies for building on family strengths in their work with individuals and families.
54 Regents approve professional development leaves for 20 UNI faculty
Public Relations News Release 1986:203, p.1
Leaves were approved for the 1986-1987 school year; six leaves are for the fall, eight for the spring and six for the entire year; list of those taking a leave.
55 Mary Franken
Northern Iowa Today 14:1, p.7
Elected chair of home economics honorary.
56 Home ec prof to chair board
Northern Iowan 82:21, p.10
Mary Franken will chair national board of Phi Upsilon Omicron.
57 UNI's Franken elected chair for national foundation board
Public Relations News Release 1985:127, p.1
Franken was elected chair of the eleven member Educational Foundation Board of Phi Upsilon Omicron, a national honorary society for home economics.
58 Mary Franken and Karen Franks
Northern Iowa Today 13:4, p.2
Give workshop and presentation at AHEA convention.
59 New, acting heads in five departments
Alumnus 70:2, p.7
William Lew in Art; Vincent Faherty in Social Work; James Burrow in Information Management; Robley Wilson in English; and Virgil Noack in Home Economics.
60 Home Management House closes
Northern Iowan 81:18, p.9
Will hold closing sale for items in the house; cites declining enrollment in home economics teaching program; building will be renovated for Alumni Services.
61 Mary Franken
UNI Century 12:4, p.6
Elected to board of honor society.
62 Franken elected to Phi Upsilon Omicron
Northern Iowan 80:61, p.3
Elected to Board of Directors of national group.
63 Gifts to Home Economics, Art from Neva Radell, '17
Alumnus 68:2, p.4
Dr. Radell donates display cases, cash; photo.
64 Education on coping with crisis
Northern Iowan 80:23, p.12
Professor Franken talks about her research on dealing with crises.
65 Three bachelor's degrees approved by Regents
Northern Iowan 80:8, p.5
New programs in family services, natural interpretation, and counseling approved.
66 Good job outlook for home ec graduates
Northern Iowan 79:28, p.10
Lengthy look at job prospects.
67 Home economics accreditation
Northern Iowan 79:24, p.18
Accreditation will continue for five years.
68 Prospective teachers live in home management house
Old Gold 0:0, p.44
Living in the Home Management house is part of every Home Economics major's schedule; photo.
69 Dual-career couples 'not superhuman'
Northern Iowan 78:37, p.9
Mary Franken offers statistics and advice.
70 'Suddenly Single' role presented
Northern Iowan 77:46, p.5
Professor Franken talks about the roles of unmarried people.
71 'The New Male' author to highlight UNI Women's Day
Public Relations News Release 77:43, p.4
Schedule of activities.
72 'Men and Women Together' theme for fifth annual UNI Women's Day
Public Relations News Release 1980:426, p.1
Workshops at UNI will revolve around the theme "Conversations on Unity: Men and Women Together" and will have several guest speakers.
73 A future odyssey
UNI Century 9:2, p.6
UNI faculty make predictions about the future in their fields.
74 Home ec brain drain?
Alumnus 66:1, p.21
Home Economics faculty attempts to meet changing needs as women students are drawn to fields formerly closed to them.
75 UNI faculty look at the next 20 year-- the future
Public Relations News Release 1980:292, p.1
John Volker ask faculty what the future will hold for their areas of study.
76 UNI home economics honor society initiates new members
Public Relations News Release 1980:240, p.1
Beta Nu Chapter of Phi Upsilon Omicron a national home economics honor society initiated a dozen new members.
77 Home economics is competitive
Northern Iowan 77:21, p.4
Mary Franken talks at length about the modern home economics curriculum.
78 Career options may affect home economics enrollments: says UNI professor
Public Relations News Release 1980:200, p.1
The Department of Home Economics wants to prepare students for jobs after college.
79 Program offered for new singles
Northern Iowan 77:4, p.4
"Survival Skills for the Suddenly Single" will be offered.
80 UNI receives grant for 'Suddenly Singles' sessions for men and women
Public Relations News Release 1980:63, p.1
Professor Mary Franken will head the project "Suddenly Singles' for men and women who are separated, widowed, or divorced.
81 Non-sexist child rearing
Northern Iowan 76:53, p.3
The Women's Center will present a program on non-sexist child rearing.
82 Sex workshop offers samples
Northern Iowan 76:40, p.4
A workshop on sex role stereotyping will be offered next Saturday in the Education Center.
83 Coping skills offered for displaced homemakers
Alumnus 65:1, p.8
Professor Franken will teach class aimed to assist women whose roles have changed.
84 Increased home ec enrollment poses space problems at Wright
Northern Iowan 76:30, p.4
Mary Franken reports that there is a need for additional lecture rooms, laboratories, and office space.
85 Home Economics
Old Gold 0:0, p.16
Home Economics Department does more than cooking and sewing. Students learn to look for changes in consumer products and use laboratory facilities, food, clothing and nursery school with an observation booth; photo.
86 Older students to meet faculty
Northern Iowan 75:4, p.3
Schedule of speakers for informal lunches.
87 Canada says 'hello' to Saudi Arabia
Northern Iowan 74:59, p.1
Professor Canada will go to Saudi Arabia as head of microbiology team; photo.
88 Women's Day activities planned
Northern Iowan 74:47, p.1
Detailed schedule of activities.
89 Stereotypes affect career aspirations
Northern Iowan 73:23, p.3
Mary Franken says careers are chosen along stereotyped lines.
90 Individual Studies announces spring seminar
Northern Iowan 73:19, p.12
Descriptions of seminars announced by the Individual Studies Program.
91 Regents approve business
Northern Iowan 71:39, p.1
Approve fourteen PDLs; Professor Rhum resigns as Dean of the Graduate College; department re-named Department of Industrial Technology; Dome seats approved; change in interior design contracts for Speech/Art Complex.
92 Parenting
Northern Iowan 70:55, p.11
Professor Franken will offer course on parenting.
93 Home Economics profs to attend conference
Northern Iowan 67:44, p.5
Participate in four day workshop.
94 New honorary fraternity to Install 50 members Saturday
Public Relations News Release 1969:479, p.1
Installation of members in Phi Upsilon Omicron; list of members.
95 New Faculty and Staff Appointments at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1970:19, p.1
One hundred fourteen appointments to the instructional and administrative staff have been announced by Dr. Lang. Includes list of appointments.