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51 The dog days of UNI: Record-high temperatures show need for air conditioning in residence halls
Weaver--Alexander (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:3, p.3
9/6/2013 In reaction to the recent heat, the author suggests that university should install air conditioning in the residence halls. He encourages the university to look at its policies and to keep in mind the health and comfort of the student population.
52 Documentaries to be shown for UNI's Reaching for Higher Ground series
Public Relations News Release 2013:36, p.1
9/5/2013 UNI will be showing a number of documentaries as part of the Reaching for Higher Ground project theme "Food Matters". Anyone is welcome to attend these events.
53 Award-winning dietician to deliver intuitive eating lecture at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2013:29, p.1
8/30/2013 Evelyn Tribole will be speaking at UNI on the importance of eating habits. The lecture will focus on creating a healthy relationship with food and your body.
54 Student Health 101 readership picking up
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 109:46, p.1
4/5/2013 The Wellness and Recreation Center began offering the Student Health 101 magazine in September of 2012. Recently, the number of students reading the magazine has increased. The magazine includes many different health related topics.
55 Rialto awarded for going blue
Campbell--Colby David (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:43, p.1
3/15/2013 The Rialto dining center is recognized as a certified Blue Zones Project restaurant for its promotion of healthy dietary choices; photo.
56 UNI's Rialto Dining Center receives Blue Zone certification
Public Relations News Release 2012:229, p.1
3/5/2013 Rialto Dining Center has been awarded a Blue Zone Restaurant Certification. This is given to restaurants that implement changes to promote healthy dining.
57 'Everybody knows somebody' theme for Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Lynch--Elizabeth Ann (Student--2013)3
Northern Iowan 109:37, p.4
2/22/2013 This year for Eating Disorder Awareness Week students are trying to raise awareness on eating disorders. There are several informative events for students hoping to learn more about eating disorders.
58 Nurturing what's natural
McKone--Madison Elizabeth (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:37, p.3
2/22/2013 The author expresses support for the movement towards organic foods. The author also give tips on how to implement this into daily life.
59 Certificate program in Environmental Health to be offered entirely online by UNI
Public Relations News Release 2012:166, p.1
12/19/2012 UNI will now be offering a certificate program that is completed online in environmental health. Students who have interests in how environmental conditions effect health status would benefit from the Environmental Health Certificate.
60 Event focuses on female body image and race
Wilkins--Alan Michael (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:25, p.1
11/30/2012 Professor Sharron Clayton speaks at event on women's body image and its relation to race. Students comment on reactions and inspiration from event.
61 Grit 'n' Glam
Pope--David William (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:25, p.7
11/30/2012 Reader can take the "High maintenance" quiz and see the results.
62 Vegans are hungry for better meal options at UNI dining centers
Trotter--Garrett Lee (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:25, p.5
11/30/2012 Vegan student disappointed with the menu choices at UNI dining centers. Difficulties discussed of maintaining a balanced, healthful diet with current choices at the dining centers; photo.
63 UNI's CEEE partnering with FFI to bring healthy eating to NE Iowa schools
Hinzmann--Nicholas Allen (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:21, p.3
11/6/2012 UNI, Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness Program, and Luther College team up to promote healthy eating in Iowa schools. Students are given healthier options and education on making healthy choices.
64 Unnecessary stigma surrounds mental disorders
Smith--Austin Burke (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:20, p.5
11/2/2012 Many individuals go untreated because they do not seek help. Author encourages readers to interact and seek assistance if diagnosed.
65 Cedar Falls Blue Zones hosts UNI campus kickoff
Hausler--Jonathan Wesley (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.3
10/30/2012 Blue Zone Project is promoted on campus to foster healthy living and environments. Event offered information on getting involved and joining the project.
66 UNI's CEEE partners with Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative (FFI) to serve area schools
Public Relations News Release 2012:109, p.1
10/18/2012 UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education (CEEE) works with Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative to promote healthy foods in local schools. The goal for this project is to promote a healthy lifestyle for Iowa residents.
67 Grit'n Glam
Pope--David William (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.6
10/9/2012 Advice on how to dress appropriately for one's personal limitations and contexts.
68 UNI to host speaker on gender representation in sports
Public Relations News Release 2012:75, p.1
9/21/2012 Assistant Professor Kate Lavelle will speak on "Playing Like a Man -- Representations of Gender and Athleticism in Sports". Lecture will focus on athletic abilities of women in masculine terms, and explore why those statements are still used.
69 WRS makes health promotion magazine available to students
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 109:3, p.3
8/31/2012 Student Health 101 is an electronic magazine. Wellness and Recreation Services have subscribed, according to Kathy Green. Articles are written by health professionals. Many more students can be reached via this method.
70 UNI President Allen to retire before July 1, 2013
Anderson--John David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 109:1, p.1
8/24/2012 Health problems as well as the desire to spend more time with family prompted President Allen to announce his retirement plans. The Allens plan to do some traveling. President Allen also plans to do some writing on challenges to education.
71 UNI educator promotes healthy eating during holidays
Public Relations News Release 2011:136, p.1
12/14/2011 Health educator Joan Thompson gives tips on how to stay healthy throughout the holiday season.
72 Forum held for African American men
Cassidy--Anthony Joseph (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 108:21, p.1
11/8/2011 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.
73 UNI to host Super Power Summit
Public Relations News Release 2011:91, p.1
10/20/2011 UNI will host three Super Power Summit to teach middle school students across the state about the importance of nutrition and physical activity on a healthy lifestyle.
74 UNI to host health walk
Public Relations News Release 2011:69, p.1
10/5/2011 UNI will be part of the state wide initiative "Start Somewhere Walk" headed by Governor Terry Branstad to make Iowa one of the top five healthiest states in the country.
75 Don't eat your money
Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 108:6, p.4
9/16/2011 Students urged to be frugal with their food dollars and to try to eat healthy.
76 Malcolm Price Laboratory School earns national award for commitment to health
Public Relations News Release 2010:346, p.1
6/15/2011 The Price Laboratory School has received a bronze Healthy Schools Program National Recognition Award from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation for their many efforts in creating a healthier school experience for students.
77 Alternative medicine is not medicine
Dippold--Michael Steven (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:49, p.11
4/12/2011 Alternative medicine is based on historical or cultural practices; time-tested traditions that people have long believed to be effective. They are not based on science. Science gives us a good idea of what works.
78 'Kids in the Kitchen' promotes healthy lifestyle choices for children
Spory--Karyn Kathleen (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:38, p.2
2/22/2011 Sixth grade students at Price Lab School are learning how to cook; thanks to Jim Nadeau, executive chef at College Square Hy-Vee. Children will prepare a complete meal and serve it to their parents February 24; photo.
79 World leaders in Physical Education deliver solutions in "health and physical education pedagogy in the 21st century."
Public Relations News Release 2010:192, p.1
1/28/2011 The solution is a multi-faceted global recommendation focusing on healthy active lifestyles, integrating health and physical education, promoting best practices, advancing the knowledge and skills around physical literacy, student and teacher assessment.
80 UNI excels in nonprofit leader preparation UNI certifies second-highest number of students in nonprofit management
Public Relations News Release 2010:2, p.1
8/2/2010 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.
81 UNI Student Health Clinic receives AAAHC accreditation
Public Relations News Release 2009:481, p.1
6/11/2010 Accreditation distinguishes this surgical center from many other outpatient surgical facilities by providing a safe work environment and the highest quality of care to its patients.
82 UNI ICHD receives grants to address food systems, access and health issues
Public Relations News Release 2009:326, p.1
3/11/2010 The projects addressing critical food-system issues are funded by a one-year $137,600 grant from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan, and a two-year competitive grant totaling $57,900 from the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture.
83 Spring exhibit at UNI Museum features a new look at coffee, from farm to cup
Public Relations News Release 2009:249, p.1
1/29/2010 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.
84 Get busy or die
French--Larissa A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.4
1/22/2010 Students urged to take advantage of the health facilities on campus. At least add extra movement in your life; whether it be walking, standing, or light exercise. Movement is one of the keys to better health.
85 The atheistic evolution
Boeckmann--Trevor Paul (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 106:20, p.5
11/6/2009 Finds Personal Wellness class not as bad as he anticipated. Lectures were interesting and tests manageable. Actual learning took place for the author; photo.
86 Green Week encourages environmental awareness
Anderson--John David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 106:11, p.2
10/6/2009 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.
87 Iowa Smoking Cessation Services help to 'Kick the Habit' UNI research shows 20 percent of clients not smoking up to a year after starting program
Public Relations News Release 2009:104, p.1
10/6/2009 The Center for Social and Behavioral Research presented the results of state-funded smoking cessation services to the Iowa Tobacco Commission in Des Moines in late September
88 University of Northern Iowa celebrates Apple Month
Moore--Emily Janelle (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.6
9/15/2009 September is apple month. Dining service areas are serving apple items including apple tarts, apple crisp, apple cider, and apple turnovers.
89 Soy, rice or cow milk?
Gitchell--Erin Elizabeth (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 106:2, p.6
9/1/2009 Offers pros and cons of soy, rice, and cow's milk. The author is highly lactose intolerant and prefers the taste of soy milk. Studies have shown that soy milk contains a natural ingredient that may cause cancer.
90 UNI to host International Opportunities Fair Wednesday, Sept. 16
Public Relations News Release 2009:26, p.1
9/1/2009 Hosted by the Study Abroad Center, the event will offer students international opportunities in more than 60 countries in the world.
91 Debates on health care
Wendt--Alyssa Catherine (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:1, p.10
8/28/2009 Believes that concerns about socialism are clouding the minds of Americans when they consider the options for universal health care in the United States; photo.
92 On tissues
Dornbusch--Ryan Mark (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 105:56, p.3
6/19/2009 Believes that tissues should be provided and available in all classrooms; presents alternative methods of attending to a runny nose.
93 UNI honored with safety award
Public Relations News Release 2008:571, p.1
6/9/2009 The award was presented for outstanding achievement in accident prevention during the 2008 calendar year. UNI was one of 159 businesses, industries and government agencies in Iowa and Illinois to receive an award for promoting active safety programs.
94 What you can do
Bormann--Emily Ann (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:30, p.5
1/27/2009 Many difficult situations exist in the world today. It will take all of humanity to overcome bad economies, wars, and hunger. Even the small things individuals can do will help.
95 A Midterm break proposal
Boevers--Cassandra Mae (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:24, p.3
11/21/2008 A day off between Labor Day and Thanksgiving proposed. The benefits would be a catch up day for visiting a professor, homework, papers, or going home. A break would encourage students and hopefully improve attentiveness.
96 Diners to enjoy locally grown meal, hear Californian physician's perspective of local and sustainable food
Public Relations News Release 2008:199, p.1
11/6/2008 Preston Maring, associate physician-in-chief at Oakland Medical Center in Oakland, Calif., and W. K. Kellogg Foundation Food and Society Policy Fellow, will present "Sustaining Iowa: Making the Connection between Food, Health, and the Land."
97 An ignorant opinion
Sweeney--Jill Marie (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:17, p.7
10/28/2008 Response to a previous article on anorexia written by Nick Krob.
98 Sick days, college style
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 105:10, p.5
10/3/2008 Germs are everywhere on a college campus. Students reminded to wash their hands often. When illness strikes, drinking plenty of water, taking vitamin C, and using over-the-counter remedies for headaches are all helpful.
99 UNI Center on Health Disparities co-sponsors 'Preventing Medicare Fraud'
Public Relations News Release 2008:94, p.1
9/23/2008 Timothy Fives, a special agent for Medicare fraud investigations with the California Department of Justice, will discuss the latest Medicare fraud scams that are facing the nation, and ways that consumers and organizations can avoid becoming victims.
100 Increasing oldness in senior citizens linked to aging
Landhuis--Travis John (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:6, p.6
9/19/2008 Fear of the dangers from food contamination, health issues, and accidents can be overwhelming.

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