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	Title	Date	Summary
1	Cerrando la brecha internacional con conversación Ortiz--Karina (Student--2023) Northern Iowan 119:47, p.01	4/3/2023	Karina Ortiz writes an article in Spanish titled "Bridging the international gap with conversation". The University of Northern Iowa Intensive English and Culture Program (CIEP) is partnering with Marist University of Merida to engage students in different cultures and showing them the importance of being bilingual; photo.
2	NISG November updates Northern Iowan Staff Northern Iowan 119:28, p.02	12/8/2022	A list of accomplishments and actions taken by the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) during the month of November.
3	Office of International Engagement winter clothing drive Kargarzadeh--Fatemeh (Student--2022) Northern Iowan 119:24, p.05	11/17/2022	The Office of International Engagement (OIE) is hosting a clothing drive for international students who do not have the proper winter gear. They are asking for any winter gear that are in good condition to get students through the vicious Iowa winter months.
4	Experiences of international students Christensen--Caroline (Student--2021), Williamson--Ty (Student--2022) Northern Iowan 119:23, p.04	11/14/2022	Caroline Christensen interviews various UNI international students about their experiences with culture shock and transitioning from being a student in their native country compared to being a student at UNI; photo.
5	International Education Week kicks off Christensen--Caroline (Student--2021) Northern Iowan 119:23, p.01	11/14/2022	International Education Week, November 14-18, will celebrate the stories of international students, faculty, and departments across UNI's campus. Caroline Christensen lists out the different events that will be held throughout the week.
6	International students and culture shock Watson--Patrice (Student--2022) Northern Iowan 119:16, p.05	10/20/2022	Guest columnist Patrice Watson interviews various UNI international students about the culture shocks they have experienced on campus. Some of the common culture shocks the students have experienced is smiling and making eye contact when passing people, the difference in clothing styles, and the more informal classes; photo.
7	ISA presents Spring Diversity Showcase Kelsey--Elizabeth (Class of 2021), Fortmann--Toni (Class of 2022) Northern Iowan 115:25, p.01	4/25/2019	The International Student Association (ISA) hosted the annual Spring Diversity Showcase in Maucker Union on April 22; photos.
8	Farhan and Micah announce NISG bid Flanders--Anna (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 115:38, p.01	2/25/2019	Farhan Amjad and Micah McCutchan announced their candidacy for Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) president and vice president. Jacob Levang and Jacob Stites had previously announced their candidacy. NISG will hold a debate on February 25 in Maucker Union Coffeehouse; photos.
9	Giving intl. students a voice Khan--Ashan (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 155:34, p.04	2/11/2019	In the author's opinion, international students are often overlooked on campus. Khan mentions ways that UNI and student organizations can be more inclusive of these students; photo.
10	CIEP program celebrates 35 years Flanders--Anna (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:29, p.02	1/18/2018	The Culture and Intensive English Program (CIEP) at UNI is celebrating 35 years of helping international students learn English.
11	UNI gets a "Taste of Culture" Smith--Monique (Student--2017), Thies-Jackson--Brittany (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:24, p.04	11/16/2017	The Taste of Culture event celebrates International Education Week and all of the international students at UNI. At the event, there was food samples form all over the world as well as students educating the public about their culture and countries; photo.
12	DACA and documentation discussed Chidley--Kelsey (Student--2017), Frasher--Iris (Class of 2017) Northern Iowan 114:9, p.02	9/25/2017	UNI held the forum "Immigration 101: DACA, Documentation, and the Importance of Immigrants in Our Community" on September 19. Panelists including UNI faculty and students as well as community members, who discussed immigration in the wake of President Trump's repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program; photos.
13	Columnist responds to DACA opinion piece Wolfe--Brenna (Student--2017), Olsasky--Clinton (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:7, p.03	9/18/2017	Wolfe responds to Leziga Barkor's column "DACA: Failure from the start," published in the September 14 edition of the Northern Iowan. Wolfe argues that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and Dreamers, the recipients of DACA, benefit from the program and also bring benefits to the United States. Wolfe agrees with Barikor that DACA is flawed since it provides no path to citizenship, but disagrees about the necessity of deportations; photos.
14	DACA: Failure from the start Barikor--Leziga (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 114:6, p.03	9/14/2017	Barikor discusses immigration and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program that the Trump administration recently decided to end. In the author's opinion, DACA, put in place by President Obama, was flawed from the start and created more immigration issues. Barilkor argues for a serious and strict immigration and path to citizenship process; photos.
15	DACA dreamers close to home Olsasky--Clinton (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:5, p.01	9/11/2017	Hundreds of community members, including current and former UNI students, gathered on Main Street to denounce the Trump administration's repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. It was organized by groups including Cedar Valley Advocates for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (CVAIRR), Americans for Democratic Action Iowa, and Panthers for DREAM Iowa. Speakers included UNI student Ashley Sanchez; photos.
16	Intl. student discusses PC language use Mahida--Kaushik (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:5, p.03	9/11/2017	Mahida, an international student from India, discusses political correctness in the United States. In the author's opinion, it is important but should not obscure honest views or free thoughts, especially at educational institutions; photos.
17	NISG releases statement concerning DACA White--Jamal (Class of 2018), Bernhard--Tristan (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 114:4, p.03	9/7/2017	The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) releases a statement regarding the policy change that will end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and urges affected students to seek support from the International Students and Scholars Office or NISG; photo.
18	Free food on Friday Turnis--Kayleen Marie (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 112:10, p.2	10/1/2015	The Center for Multicultural Education and the International Student and Scholars Office are teaming up to host the first annual Ethnic Food Celebration.
19	New opportunities abroad Baughman--Katie (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 112:7, p.4	9/21/2015	Over five hundred fifty students filled the Maucker Union Ballroom for the International Opportunities Fair held by UNI Study abroad.
20	Pep rally gears students up for Homecoming game Keiser--Erin Rose (Student--2012) Northern Iowan 111:7, p.1	9/22/2014	The Homecoming pep rally in McLeod Center included speeches from President Ruud, Defensive Line Coach Bryce Paup, performances by the Pride Cry finalists and the UNI Swim and Dive team, and the crowning of the Homecoming king and queen.
21	Gartman and Andersen gear up for the new year Rouse--Amber Marie (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:54, p.1	4/28/2014	While in office, Kevin Gartman and Paul Andersen hope to share what they have found at UNI: an enriching campus. Also on the agenda is boosting enrollment and incorporating international students into student-friendly activities; photo.
22	Kickoff highlights importance of international education Wilkins--Alan Michael (Student--2011) Northern Iowan 109:24, p.3	11/16/2012	Assistant director Nadia Korobova views international education as essential between Americans and people around the world. This year's theme is "Striving for a healthier future worldwide". Prize drawings were held for scholarships and gift cards.
23	UNI hosts exchange student reception Keiser--Erin Rose (Student--2012) Northern Iowan 109:13, p.2	10/9/2012	Students sing at the exchange student reception hosted by International Programs; photo.
24	Correcting inaccuracies in insurance policy story Klafter--Craig E. (Assoc Provost for International Programs) Northern Iowan 109:9, p.3	9/25/2012	Associate Provost Klafter responds to proposed mandatory insurance policy for international students in previous article (Sept. 21, vol. 109, issue 8).
25	UNI Physics Department establishes agreement with Chinese high school Wilkins--Alan Michael (Student--2011) Northern Iowan 109:3, p.5	8/31/2012	The agreement provides information to the high school and in return the high school will assist three students each year to enroll at UNI in physics. Increasing the enrollment and providing an international atmosphere is the goal; photo.
26	Everyone needs to know that someone cares Sumpter--Gloria Jean (Grad Assistant--2011) Northern Iowan 108:25, p.3	12/2/2011	A smile, a hello, or a thumbs up can help another person's attitude. Friends are important, but just being pleasant to everyone brightens their day and yours; photo.
27	Students celebrate National Day for Saudi Arabia Krull--Danielle Leigh (Student--2011) Northern Iowan 108:10, p.4	9/30/2011	September 26 marks the Saudi National Celebration. It is a way to reconnect with people who share my heritage and the things and customs that remind me of home, says Hanan Al-Harthi; photo.
28	A Global Perspective Parker--Taryn Janelle (Student--2011) Northern Iowan 107:29, p.5	1/21/2011	Jekow Olieny, a junior family services major, has first hand memories of living in war-torn Sudan. A native of southern Sudan, he was exposed to the civil war from the day he was born. He was rescued by the United Nations in 2000; photo.
29	UNI celebrates International Education Week Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:23, p.1	11/16/2010	Provost Gloria Gibson opened the celebration Sunday in Lang Auditorium. Guang Jin, a UNI alumnus, was the keynote speaker. The week's activities announced.
30	'Diversity Matters' but why? Boevers--Cassandra Mae (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 107:22, p.7	11/12/2010	Interaction with international students is not apparent. Only three and a half percent of the students are international students. Americans interact mostly with American students.
31	UNI graduate provides potential funding for international students Koolbeck--Alex Elizabeth (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:16, p.2	10/22/2010	Jason Lau, a UNI alumnus with a B. A. and M. A. in leisure, youth, and human services has donated $30,000 for an endowment fund for scholarships for international students; photo.
32	Class exchange brings unique opportunity to students Donovan--Maggie Mary (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:9, p.1	9/28/2010	The largest number of CIEP students come from China and Saudi Arabia. Turkey, Japan, Viet Nam, Mexico, South Korea, Chile, and Iraq also have students in the program. These students are involved in a class exchange with a Human Relations class; photo.
33	UNI fall enrollment increases for fourth straight year Public Relations News Release 2010:40, p.1	9/8/2010	The official fall 2010 enrollment is 13,201, a 0.9-percent increase over the 13,080 enrolled in fall 2009. Calculated on students enrolled through the end of the second week of class, the count shows an increase of 121 students.
34	Cultured; UNI women's tennis player Sampada Kanade leads team through her senior season Northern Iowan 106:52, p.10	4/23/2010	Profile of Sampada Kanade, a native of India and one of many international students on the tennis team; has enjoyed her team mates and her stay at UNI; photo.
35	Panther Profiles: women's tennis player Jessica Kunzelmann competes abroad in the USA Jorgensen--Dru (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:38, p.8	2/23/2010	Jessica Kunzelmann, a native of Bollschweil, Germany, is a tennis player. Her tennis teammates come from Spain, India, Australia, Canada, Brazil, and the United States. When homesickness strikes, they stick together.
36	International students make UNI home away form distant home Danilov--Misha (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:37, p.6	2/19/2010	International students make adjustments every day. Classes are taught differently here; there is more interaction here. Discussion and papers are more important. During the next five years the goal is to double or triple the number of students.
37	Students celebrate Chinese New Year Schreck--Anna E. (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:36, p.7	2/16/2010	The evening of February 13 marked a Chinese New Year's party in the Center for Multicultural Education. Those who attended enjoyed violin and dance performances, games, and a Chinese buffet.
38	UNI students offer free tax assistance Public Relations News Release 2009:236, p.1	1/26/2010	Accounting students are providing free income tax assistance again this year through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. The program will run from Feb. 8 through April 14, excluding March 15-20 (spring break).
39	UNI announces inaugural Diversity Matters Award recipients Public Relations News Release 2009:233, p.1	1/21/2010	Ten individuals were recently honored for their efforts to enhance diversity during the second-annual town hall meeting on diversity.These students, faculty and staff received the inaugural UNI Diversity Matters Award. Recipients listed.
40	International students welcomed to UNI Sunday, Aug. 23 Public Relations News Release 2009:9, p.1	8/18/2009	Students from around the world will gather for the annual International Reception in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.Last year 464 students from 60 countries enrolled at the college.
41	Graduate student highlight Northern Iowan 105:44, p.5	3/27/2009	Pasha Agoes from Jakarta, Indonesia, is featured; photo.
42	Talk your way into a new culture Kuster--Therese Catherine (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:25, p.7	12/5/2008	The Culture and Intensive English Program offers opportunities to get acquainted with international students.
43	International Education Week 2008 Northern Iowan 105:21, p.19	11/11/2008	Long schedule of activities.
44	International Education Week brings together cultures Northern Iowan 105:21, p.2	11/11/2008	Has been celebrated since 2000; will feature films, food festival, and exhibits; photo.
45	Student dies of cardiac arrest Ahmed--Ranya R. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 104:24, p.4	11/16/2007	Carlos Teran Yengle, a graduate student in Industrial Technology, died November 10, 2007; had been a friend and supporter to many international students; photo.
46	Panther Portraits Fleming--Rachel M. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 104:22, p.9	11/9/2007	Fall retreat and education forum featured; photo.
47	Advice we wish we'd taken as freshman Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:8, p.7	9/21/2007	Activities to consider to aid in a student's education.
48	Living on campus during the summer can be lonely Lee--Yi-Hsuan (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 103:59, p.2	6/29/2007	Many students returned home following the spring semester, but those remaining on campus share experiences.
49	International education Ahmed--Ranya R. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 103:24, p.8	11/17/2006	Language lessons and the International Food Fair hosted by the International Student Association.
50	International students cope with cold weather Rolfes--Kate E. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 103:23, p.9	11/14/2006	International students from warmer countries learn to layer clothing during the winter; photo.

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