History

Displaying 1 - 50 of 83 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Professor receives appointment at Yale Northern Iowan 118:44, p.1	03/28/2022	History professor Reiner Hesselink set to leave UNI after 27 years to teach graduate classes at Yale during the 2022-23 school year; photos.
2	Be mindful of the effects of climate change Northern Iowan 116:11, p.3	10/07/2019	Wiggins discusses the effects of climate change throughout history in relation to events such as the fall of the Roman Empires, plagues, and the movement of people. In the author's opinion, this recent work on climate change and environmental history should lead today's society to reflect on the future; photo.
3	A case for funding public history Northern Iowan 115:46, p.3	04/04/2019	In the author's opinion, public history - which Wiggins defines as local or living history - is important to society and should receive broad support; photos.
4	A woman not lost to history Northern Iowan 115:31, p.3	01/31/2019	In the author's opinion, people should endeavor to preserve as much of history as possible so that future generations can have a more complete picture. Wiggins cites philosopher Émilie du Châtelet and her contributions during the Enlightenment as an example; photo.
5	What your history books didn't tell you Northern Iowan 111:47, p.5	04/06/2015	The author points out that much of what we learn in history classes is distorted to glorify our national heroes and overlook women and people of color. History should be taught from an unbiased standpoint to examine mistakes and avoid repeating them.
6	Digital photo archive of Iowa's history launches at UNI Public Relations News Release 2014:209, p.1	03/11/2015	At the Rod Library, a public digital photo archive of Iowa's history will be introduced on March 25. This digital archive, called FORTEPAN Iowa, is the first of its kind in Iowa and the U.S. The FORTEPAN interface conveys history chronologically.
7	Singing a working song Northern Iowan 110:52, p.4	04/24/2014	Stonehill College professor Corey Dolgon had his UNI audience stand up and link hands while he sang "Solidarity Forever" as a part of his lecture on the U. S. labor movement.
8	Ukraine's effect on UNI analyzed Northern Iowan 110:45, p.1	03/27/2014	Professors from the history and political science departments gave presentations on the situation in Ukraine.
9	What your history books didn't tell you Northern Iowan 110:43, p.3	03/10/2014	The author points out that much of what we learn in history classes is distorted to glorify our national heroes and overlook women and people of color. History should be taught from an unbiased standpoint to examine mistakes and avoid repeating them.
10	This week in UNI history Northern Iowan 110:38, p.4	02/20/2014	The article informs readers of several events that took place at this time in UNI history. The information is from Rod Library Special Collections and University Archives.
11	We're waiting on the world to change Northern Iowan 110:21, p.3	11/08/2013	The author reminds readers that her generation has been given the tools to change the world. Many people have become hopeless when looking towards the future, but this generation can be the solution. We have the opportunity to change the world; photo.
12	Maucker Union holds long, rich history Northern Iowan 110:19, p.4	11/01/2013	The Maucker Union has an interesting history and has undergone many changes throughout the years. At one point students were able to purchase beer in Maucker Union. There also used to be a Hardee's restaurant that employed many students on campus.
13	UNI to host lecture on the Nevada Test Site Oral History Project Public Relations News Release 2013:110, p.1	10/31/2013	UNI will host a lecture about the Nevada Test Site Oral History Project. Leisl Carr Childers will be giving the lecture. The Nevada Test Site Oral History Project documented the remembrances of those affected by nuclear testing during the Cold War.
14	UNI to host reporter Jack Hovelson Public Relations News Release 2013:74, p.1	09/30/2013	Reporter, Jack Hovelson, will present, "Newspapering: If You Ain't Good, You Better Be Lucky". Jack Hovelson has written numerous articles for many publications including USA Today. The event is sponsored by the History Club and Phi Alpha Theta.
15	UNI history professor to present lecture on war and memory Public Relations News Release 2012:136, p.1	11/08/2012	Professor Thomas Connors will give lecture, "War and the Landscape of Memory". Presentation will examine how war monuments have evolved over two centuries, and how historic events are remembered.
16	UNI awards Tama county middle school teacher with Outstanding Alumnus Award Public Relations News Release 2009:439, p.1	04/30/2010	George Kuhter from Toledo was awarded the Geography Outstanding Alumnus Award earlier this month. Kuhter graduated in 2002 with his M. A. in geography from UNI, where he also received his B. A. in history teaching.
17	UNI Museums to host program on coffeehouse culture Public Relations News Release 2009:318, p.1	03/08/2010	Joanie Shafer will discuss her study on the social norms of coffee culture at a local coffee shop and inform participants how a particular environment can affect the persons residing within it.
18	Things I'm telling my granddaughter Northern Iowan 105:40, p.8	03/03/2009	Refreshing thoughts and beliefs of a new grandfather as he shares his values of life with a five week old granddaughter.
19	Hays discusses Northern Ireland Northern Iowan 105:11, p.17	10/07/2008	Richard Allen Hays reflects on his six months in Ireland, where his research centered on citizenship issues; photo.
20	Robinson talks religion, history, philosophy at final Last Lecture Northern Iowan 102:24, p.3	11/18/2005	Professor James Robinson spoke as part of the Last Lecture Series. His talk was entitled "History, Religion and Humanity: A Summary of 30+ Years of Teaching"; photo.
21	Scientific advances closely linked to governmental research Northern Iowan 101:25, p.3	11/23/2004	Joanne Goldman gives lecture outlining the relationship between the government and scientific research.
22	Hoping history doesn't repeat itself Public Relations News Release 0:490, p.1	05/20/2002	Test scores show high school seniors do not have a basic understanding of history.
23	What's Up Northern Iowan 94:12, p.4	10/10/1997	Schedule of activities and meetings.
24	"Science and Religion in the Age of Darwin: The Question of Miracles" presentation in McCollum Science Hall Public Relations News Release 1987:357, p.1	04/08/1988	Iowa State University's Professor David B. Wilson appears in McCollum Science Hall to speak on scientific and religious issues of the Nineteenth Century.
25	Iowa State professor holds presentation on scientific and religious climate of the Nineteenth Century Public Relations News Release 1987:358, p.1	04/08/1988	Professor David B. Wilson holds a presentation on religious and scientific issues of the Nineteenth Century. Wilson has been the recipient of awards from the National Science Foundation, and the Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow.
26	UNI prof: Men were not alone settling Iowa and the Western Frontier Public Relations News Release 1987:330, p.1	03/28/1988	Professor Glenda Riley discusses her book, "The Female Frontier," discussing the role of women in settling the West.
27	Arthur Schlesinger, one of America's most influential historians, to discuss 'Kennedy Legacy' March 31, at Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1987:319, p.1	03/22/1988	Pulitzer Prize winning author, Arthur Schlesinger, visits University Hall to speak on the Kennedy Legacy. The presentation is sponsored by the University Speakers Committee, the History Club, Phi Alpha Theta, and the International Affairs Organization.
28	St. Pat's Day is most popular 'voluntary' holiday around¿ and don't wear orange says UNI prof Public Relations News Release 1987:306, p.1	03/11/1988	Professor James Robinson traces the historical and religious origins of various St. Patrick's Day traditions, including green clothing, avoiding orange, the Blarney stone, and the shamrock.
29	'Witchcraft Craze' topic of next University of Northern Iowa history lecture March 9 Public Relations News Release 1987:294, p.1	03/02/1988	Professor Martha Reineke speaks in Maucker Union on the witch hunts of New England, Scotland, and Germany. The presentation is part of the Women's History Month celebrations.
30	Iowa College Teachers of History to meet on Northern Iowa campus Saturday (Nov. 7) Public Relations News Release 1987:119, p.1	11/04/1987	The annual conference of the Iowa College Teachers of History is held in the Redeker Center. Historians from various universities speak at the event, including Professors David Walker, Donna Maier, Jay Lees, and Donald Whitnah.
31	Medieval England and the American Constitution is next history series lecture at Northern Iowa Nov. 11 Public Relations News Release 1987:120, p.1	11/03/1987	Professor Howard Jones speaks on the impact of the struggle between barons and lords of medieval England on the U. S. Constitution. The presentations is held in the North Room of Maucker Union.
32	Expert Harold Hyman to link Declaration of Independence with Constitution in UNI Becker Memorial Lecture Wednesday (Sept. 23) Public Relations News Release 1987:37, p.1	09/15/1987	The Northern Iowa Historical Association, Phi Alpha Theta, Marshall Beard Memorial, and Department of History host a presentation by Professor Harold Hyman on the connections between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.
33	Importance of history outlined Northern Iowan 84:5, p.3	09/11/1987	Tries to put Professor Thompson's question into an Iowa perspective.
34	History question posed Northern Iowan 84:4, p.2	09/04/1987	Believes history is a living past.
35	Move over U. S. Constitution: The Northwest Ordinance also deserves a bicentennial birthday salute, says UNI professor Public Relations News Release 1987:448, p.1	08/07/1987	Professor David Walker explains the role of the Northwest Ordinance in preparing the way for the Bill of Rights.
36	UNI's George Day brings early settlers, cowboys and Indians, mountain men alive as co-editor of literary history of American West Public Relations News Release 1987:375, p.1	05/18/1987	Professors George Day and Robert Gish examine literary trends of the Midwest in "A Literary History of the American West". Day and Gish discuss how the challenges in the lives of Americans are reflected in fiction, poetry, and drama.
37	Regents approve granting of UNI honorary degree to Dr. William C. Lang Public Relations News Release 1987:346, p.1	04/23/1987	Professor William Lang is presented with the Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree. Lang was recognized for his contributions to the humanities program, and as vice president of academic affairs.
38	UNI to offer industrial tech course in Spencer Public Relations News Release 1986:157, p.1	01/09/1987	A course on the history and philosophy of vocational education was held in Spencer High School for two graduate credit hours. It covered the development, principles, and practices of adult education. The class was instructed by Professor Tony Favre.
39	Images of Xian Public Relations News Release 1987:108, p.1	11/18/1986	Professor Hardman performed a slide show presentation on life in modern Xian, the former capital of China. Hardman spoke on architecture, art, transportation, education, history, and his experience living on a university campus in the city.
40	UNI chapter of Phi Alpha Theta given 'Best Chapter Award' Public Relations News Release 1987:105, p.1	11/18/1986	The Pi-Lambda chapter of the international history society, Phi Alpha Theta, was deemed the best chapter of 1985-86. Students belonging to the chapter must have a grade point of 3.1 in their history major, as well as a 3.0 overall grade point.
41	University of Northern Iowa searches for one-room school Public Relations News Release 1987:118, p.1	11/17/1986	James Martin announces the search for a one-room school house to be moved on campus. The search was to signify the importance of these buildings in the history of Iowa's education system. Teaching certificate recipients of the 1920-40s are listed.
42	Anomaly Northern Iowan 82:33, p.2	02/07/1986	Feels students aren't learning enough recent history.
43	UNI history lecture date, location changed Public Relations News Release 1980:483, p.1	04/06/1981	The time and date for the lecture "Attitudes of Ante-bellum Preachers Toward Money and Work" has been changed.
44	Change in location for state historical society speaker at UNI Wednesday February 25 Public Relations News Release 1980:387, p.1	02/24/1981	Loren Horton's speech on historical interpretations in public historical agencies will now be in the North-South room of Maucker Union.
45	Representative of state historical society to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 1980:377, p.1	02/18/1981	Loren Horton, form the Iowa State Historical Society, will discuss the problems to consider when doing historical interpretations in public agencies.
46	Peter Hoffman answers Scott; points up inadequacies of argument College Eye 63:48, p.4	04/21/1967	Defends the right of historians to attempt to teach history.
47	ISTC to offer extension course here Public Relations News Release 1960:404, p.1	05/15/1961	Professor Thomas H.Thompson instructs a humanities course on Ancient Times through the Reformation in Spirit Lake. Enrollment blanks are made available by Professor Raymond Schlicher of Extension Services.
48	ISTC Spanish professor publishes book Public Relations News Release 1960:288, p.1	03/22/1961	Professor Rita Maria Cancio publishes a book on the religious movements of lay Europeans in the Middle Ages. The book is based on her research of Norman grave markings dating to the sixth century.
49	T. C. prof writes book on Weather Bureau Public Relations News Release 1960:190, p.1	01/25/1961	Professor Donald R. Whitnah authors a book covering the history of the United States Weather Bureau. The book is a revision of Professor Whitnah's work in the University of Illinois.
50	Hake's program lauded in England Public Relations News Release 1960:6, p.1	08/17/1960	Leeds University's Sir Charles Morris cites Herbert Hake's educational program, "History with Herb Hake", as an example for university non-commercial television in England. Hake's program is sponsored by the National Education TV and Radio Center.