Hearst Lecture Series

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# Title Date Summary
1 Acclaimed author gives virtual Hearst Lecture
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.2
During the Hearst Lecture Series, Luis Alberto Urrea, a critically acclaimed author, talks about border crossing and his life in Mexico.
2 Translator and author Ugarte visits UNI
Northern Iowan 116:20, p.1
Author and translator Michael Ugarte gave a lecture in the Slife Ballroom of the UNI Commons on November 4 as part of the Hearst Lecture Series hosted by the Department of Languages and Literatures. Ugarte was introduced by UNI Spanish professor Heather Jeronimo before discussing his research on colonial and post-colonial relations between Spain and its African territories.
3 Author Sandra Cisneros visits UNI
Northern Iowan 116:18, p.1
Author Sandra Cisneros came to UNI as part of the 2019 Hearst Lecture Series, hosted by the Department of Languages and Literature. Cisneros read parts of her books and gave advice to students. After her lecture, she signed copies of her books and answered student questions; photos.
4 Renowned PR professional visits
Northern Iowan 114:46, p.4
UNI hosted PR professional Fraser Seitel who presented his talk "Public Relations in the Age of Nationalism."
5 Seitel to speak on PR and nationalism
Northern Iowan 114:45, p.2
Fraser Seitel will present 'Public Relations in the Age of Nationalism' as part of the Hearst Lecture Series.
6 Activist, philosopher talks about solitary confinement
Northern Iowan 114:34, p.5
Lisa Guenther gave a presentation on solitary confinement and it's affect on mental health as part of the Hearst Lecture Series.
7 Pulitzer prize winner coming to UNI
Northern Iowan 114:33, p.2
Susan Faludi is set to speak as part of the Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series.
8 Renowned sports journalist visits UNI
Northern Iowan 114:32, p.1
Former sports journalist Bob Ryan visited UNI as part of the Hearst Lecture Series. He discussed his career, and had the audience to ask him questions afterward; photo.
9 Houston, we have an 'Everyday Astronaut'
Northern Iowan 114:22, p.4
Former UNI student Tim Dodd spoke at the Hearst Lecture Series about how his career evolved from a self-taught photographer to focusing on the story of his persona as the "Everyday Astronaut." He bridges the gap that separates the general public and rocket science; photo.
10 Wang's "In Real Life" adapted at UNI
Northern Iowan 114:19, p.1
Cartoonist and illustrator, Jen Wang, is coming to UNI to give a lecture as a part of the Hearst Lecture Series. She attended the performance adaptation of her graphic novel "In Real Life" performed by the Interpreters Theatre; photo.
11 A charming performance "In Real Life"
Northern Iowan 114:19, p.5
Critic Amelia Duax revievs the performance adaptation of Jen Wang's graphic novel "In Real Life" performed by UNI's Interpreters Theatre; photo.
12 Darby discusses racism in Iowa schools
Northern Iowan 114:16, p.3
Derrick Darby, a professor from the University of Michigan, gives a talk about racism in the education system as a part of the Hearst Lecture Series; photo.
13 UNI to host best-selling author Steven Johnson on The Digital Turn
Public Relations News Release 2013:230, p.1
UNI will host Steven Johnson giving his lecture for The Digital Turn: The 2013-14 Hearst Lecture Series. Johnson is a best-selling author with a unique perspective. The event is free and open to the public.
14 UNI to host digital media speaker
Public Relations News Release 2013:180, p.1
Cheryl Ball will be speaking as part of the Digital Turn: Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series. Ball's Presentation, "Boutique Data in Writing Studies" will talk about the validity of research methods.
15 Final Thursday Reading Series features Cedar Falls native Nancy Price
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.7
Nancy Price shared her views on writing twenty-five years after publishing "Sleeping with the Enemy". She urged writers to be grateful for criticism because it means someone cared enough to respond to your writing.
16 African-American film director to speak at UNI.
Public Relations News Release 2010:275, p.1
Julie Dash will speak about her film work as part of the Hearst Lecture Series.
17 Boston College professor to discuss how to transition to a sustainable economy.
Public Relations News Release 2010:259, p.1
Juliet B. Schor will speak on how millions of Americans are transitioning to a sustainable economy.
18 Hearst Lecture Series speaker Courtney Martin finds a new generation of activists.
Public Relations News Release 2010:252, p.1
Martin will talk about a new generation of Americans doing social justice work. Martin's lecture is based on her latest book, "Do it Anyway: The New Generation of Activists," in which she profiles eight young people doing grassroots social justice work.
19 E. Patrick Johnson's appearance in Hearst Lecture series rescheduled
Northern Iowan 107:41, p.2
March 8 is the new date for presentation based on the book, "Sweet Tea". Johnson is a professor and chair of the Department of Performance Studies and professor of African American Studies at Northwestern.
20 UNI to celebrate Women's History Month.
Public Relations News Release 2010:228, p.1
Series of events scheduled in honor of Women's History Month.
21 Performing artist to appear as part of Hearst Lecture Series.
Public Relations News Release 2010:231, p.1
E. Patrick Johnson will perform as part of the Hearst Lecture Series. He will perform "Pouring Tea: Black Gay men of the South Tell Their Tales," a solo performance based on the narratives in his book "Sweet Tea".
22 Postponed: African-American film director's talk at UNI.
Public Relations News Release 2010:227, p.1
Julie Dash's visit had to be canceled due to weatherthat cancelled flights. The talk will be rescheduled.
23 Influential filmmaker Julie Dash to speak at UNI
Northern Iowan 107:37, p.4
Hearst Lecture Series to feature multi-award winning film director. Julie Dash's presentation will be in the Center for Multicultural Education.
24 Campus diversity hub celebrates 40 years.
Public Relations News Release 2010:217, p.1
A 40th anniversary open-house reception for the Center for Multicultural Education will be held in Maucker Union. Julie Dash will speak on her recent works as part of the Hearst Lecture Series.
25 African American film director to speak at UNI.
Public Relations News Release 2010:215, p.1
Julie Dash will speak as part of the Hearst Lecture Series. Dash has toured internationally with her work and has received numerous awards.
26 Performing artist to appear at UNI as part of Hearst Lecture Series.
Public Relations News Release 2010:179, p.1
E. Patrick Johnson will perform "Pouring Tea: Black Gay Men of the South Tell Their Tales," a solo performance based on the narratives in his book "Sweet Tea."
27 PR watchdog John Stauber to speak at UNI as part of Hearst Series
Public Relations News Release 2010:112, p.1
Stauber's lecture, "Toxic Sludge is Good for You: How Propagandists Manage Democracy," is part of the Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series. Stauber is an investigative writer, activist, and public interest organization consultant.
28 UNI to host 'Call it Swing: A Jazz Bues Autoethnography'
Public Relations News Release 2010:84, p.1
Tami Spry, a professor of performance studies at St. Cloud State University in Minnesota, will perform "Call It Swing: A Jazz Blues Autoethnography," on Friday, Oct. 15, in the Interpreters Theatre, in Lang Hall.
29 UNI to hold next Hearst Lecture April 8
Public Relations News Release 2009:373, p.1
The Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture featuring Anna Gaskell, in the Kamerick Art Building, will be held in Room 111. Gaskell, a Des Moines native, is best known for her photographs in the series, "Wonder and Override."
30 UNI hosts artist Matthew Woolman for Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series
Public Relations News Release 2009:290, p.1
Matthew Woolman, chair of the Department for Graphic Design, School of the Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University, will present "Deep Excavation: A Narrative of Place and Culture," at the Kamerick Art Building.
31 Pfaff to be featured at next Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series Nov. 16
Public Relations News Release 2009:159, p.1
Judy Pfaff, a MacArthur Award-winning artist, will be the guest lecturer in the Kamerick Art Building. Pfaff is best known for her sculptural and installation work but also creates paintings and prints.
32 UNI to host next Hearst Lecture, Nov. 9
Public Relations News Release 2009:130, p.1
Noted cartoonist Lynda Barry will discuss her autobiographical collages and comic strips at 7:30 p.m., Monday, in the Kamerick Art Building, as part of the Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series.
33 Ingrid Mattson to discuss 'Islam: an American Religion' at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2009:59, p.1
The Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series will take place in Davis Hall in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Art Center.Mattson earned her Ph. D. in Islamic studies from the University of Chicago in 1999.
34 Professor presented research on philosopher John Dewey
Northern Iowan 105:48, p.1
Richard Bernstein shares his views on the thinking of John Dewey, as part of the Hearst Lecture Series; photo.
35 UNI to host next Hearst Lecture on April 7
Public Relations News Release 2008:425, p.1
"John Dewey's Vision of Radical Democracy" will be presented by Richard J. Bernstein. Bernstein, Vera List professor of philosophy, New School for Social Research, at New School University in New York, has written numerous books on a variety of topics.
36 UNI Hearst Lecture on Islam postponed
Public Relations News Release 2008:415, p.1
Ingrid Mattson, director and professor of the Macdonald Center for Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Realtions and director of Islamic Chaplaincy at Hartford Seminary in Hartford, Conn. has postponed her lecture due to a medical emergency.
37 Ingrid Mattson to speak on UNI's Hearst Lecture Series
Public Relations News Release 2008:400, p.1
"Islam: An American Religion," will be the topic of the next lecture in the Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series. Mattson serves as director and professor of the Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations.
38 Torture and presidential power
Northern Iowan 105:7, p.1
Jules Lobel, a professor at the University of Pittsburgh, shared his concerns about too much power being granted to the President of the United States.
39 UNI presents lecture on terrorism and war, Sept. 18
Public Relations News Release 2008:61, p.1
"The Commander in Chief, Congress and the Conduct of War," will be the topic of the next lecture in the Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series in Sabin Hall. Jules Lobel, J.D., vice president of the Center for Constitutional Rights will present the lecture.
40 Stavans asks, 'Who owns the English language?'
Northern Iowan 103:41, p.1
Hearst Lecture Series features Ilan Stavans, professor of American and Latino Culture at Amherst College; photo.
41 News Brief/Calendar of Events
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
"The United States of America and the United States of Europe" will be presented at the Hearst Lecture Series Monday, March 5.
42 Hearst lecture at UNI: "The United States of America and the United States of Europe"
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
T.R. Reid will present the lecture Monday, March 5.
43 "Who Owns the English Language" Lecture at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Biographical profile of Ilan Stavans.
44 Seeking some truth
Northern Iowan 103:34, p.5
Truth is something that exists within the individual.
45 News Brief/Calendar of Events
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Lillian Faderman will be discussing her book at the Meryl Norton Lecture Series, Friday, January 12.
46 "Scotch Verdict and the Shifting Target of Censorship" topic for author's lecture at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Lillian Faderman will discuss her book, Scotch Verdict, January 13.
47 News Brief/Calendar of Events
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Ruth Kluger will read from her memoir, "Still Alive: A Holocaust Girlhood Remembered," Tuesday, November 14.
48 News Brief/Calendar of Events
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Lev Grossman will be reading from his book, Thursday, November 9.
49 UNI to host Time Magazine book critic
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Lev Grossman will visit Thursday, November 9.
50 Award winning director visits UNI
Northern Iowan 103:14, p.7
Pierre Sauvage spoke with students about his work; has helped tell stories of Holocaust; photo.