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1 Cerrando la brecha internacional con conversación
Northern Iowan 119:47, p.1
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 119:28, p.2
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
Northern Iowan 119:24, p.5
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
Northern Iowan 119:23, p.4
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
Northern Iowan 119:23, p.1
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
Northern Iowan 119:16, p.5
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
Northern Iowan 115:25, p.1
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
Northern Iowan 115:38, p.1
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
Northern Iowan 155:34, p.4
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
Northern Iowan 114:29, p.2

The Culture and Intensive English Program (CIEP) at UNI is celebrating 35 years of helping international students learn English.

11 MSA to discuss Islamophobia
Northern Iowan 114:24, p.2

The Muslim Student Association (MSA) will host University of Detroit Mercy visiting professor Khaled Beydoun for the lecture "Rise of Islamophobia" in Maucker Union on November 16; photo.

12 UNI gets a "Taste of Culture"
Northern Iowan 114:24, p.4

The International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) hosted the Taste of Culture Fair on November 13 in the Commons as part of International Education Week; photo.

13 Students "Focus on Africa"
Northern Iowan 114:23, p.4

UNI Business Global Associates partnered with the African Union to host "Focus on Africa" in the Curris Business Building on November 8; photos.

14 DACA and documentation discussed
Northern Iowan 114:9, p.2
A forum titled "Immigration 101: DACA, Documentation, and the Importance of Immigrants in Our Community", was held at UNI. The forum featured speakers and panelists; photo.
15 Columnist responds to DACA opinion piece
Northern Iowan 114:7, p.3
Collumnist Wolfe responds to the article "DACA: Failure from the start" by Leziga Barikor. Wolfe feels that DACA is a good program but there needs to be a way for undocumented Americans to gain citizenship; photo.
16 DACA: Failure from the start
Northern Iowan 114:6, p.3
Columnist Leziga Barikor gives her opinion on DACA and DACA Dreamers; photo.
17 DACA dreamers close to home
Northern Iowan 114:5, p.1
Hundreds gather on Main Street to protest President Trump's repeal of DACA. There are several speakers, including UNI students; photo.
18 Intl. student discusses PC language use
Northern Iowan 114:5, p.3
Columnist, and international student, Kaushik Mahida discuses his experiences with political correctness in the US; photo.
19 NISG releases statement concerning DACA
Northern Iowan 114:4, p.3
Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) is reaching out to anyone who DACA might effect. They urge affected students to get help from NISG or the International Students and Scholars Office; photo.
20 2016 Student Guide
Northern Iowan 112:54, p.
The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
21 Free food on Friday
Northern Iowan 112:10, p.2
The Center for Multicultural Education (CME) and the International Student and Scholars Office (ISSO) will host the First Friday and Ethnic Food Celebration in Maucker Union's CME on October 2.  
22 New opportunities abroad
Northern Iowan 112:7, p.4
Study Abroad's International Opportunities Fair was held in the Maucker Union Ballrooms on September 16, showcasing many of the programs and experiences available to students.
23 Pep rally gears students up for Homecoming game
Northern Iowan 111:7, p.1
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.
24 Gartman and Andersen gear up for the new year
Northern Iowan 110:54, p.1
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.
25 Kickoff highlights importance of international education
Northern Iowan 109:24, p.3
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.
26 UNI hosts exchange student reception
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.2
Students sing at the exchange student reception hosted by International Programs; photo.
27 Correcting inaccuracies in insurance policy story
Northern Iowan 109:9, p.3
Associate Provost Klafter responds to proposed mandatory insurance policy for international students in previous article (Sept. 21, vol. 109, issue 8).
28 UNI Physics Department establishes agreement with Chinese high school
Northern Iowan 109:3, p.5
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.
29 Everyone needs to know that someone cares
Northern Iowan 108:25, p.3
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.
30 Students celebrate National Day for Saudi Arabia
Northern Iowan 108:10, p.4
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.
31 A Global Perspective
Northern Iowan 107:29, p.5
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.
32 UNI celebrates International Education Week
Northern Iowan 107:23, p.1
Provost Gloria Gibson opened the celebration Sunday in Lang Auditorium. Guang Jin, a UNI alumnus, was the keynote speaker. The week's activities announced.
33 'Diversity Matters' but why?
Northern Iowan 107:22, p.7
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.
34 UNI graduate provides potential funding for international students
Northern Iowan 107:16, p.2
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.
35 Class exchange brings unique opportunity to students
Northern Iowan 107:9, p.1
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.
36 UNI fall enrollment increases for fourth straight year
Public Relations News Release 2010:40, p.1
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.
37 Cultured; UNI women's tennis player Sampada Kanade leads team through her senior season
Northern Iowan 106:52, p.10
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.
38 Panther Profiles: women's tennis player Jessica Kunzelmann competes abroad in the USA
Northern Iowan 106:38, p.8
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.
39 International students make UNI home away form distant home
Northern Iowan 106:37, p.6
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.
40 Students celebrate Chinese New Year
Northern Iowan 106:36, p.7
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.
41 UNI students offer free tax assistance
Public Relations News Release 2009:236, p.1
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).
42 UNI announces inaugural Diversity Matters Award recipients
Public Relations News Release 2009:233, p.1
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.
43 International students welcomed to UNI Sunday, Aug. 23
Public Relations News Release 2009:9, p.1
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.
44 Graduate student highlight
Northern Iowan 105:44, p.5
Pasha Agoes from Jakarta, Indonesia, is featured; photo.
45 Talk your way into a new culture
Northern Iowan 105:25, p.7
The Culture and Intensive English Program offers opportunities to get acquainted with international students.
46 International Education Week 2008
Northern Iowan 105:21, p.19
Long schedule of activities.
47 International Education Week brings together cultures
Northern Iowan 105:21, p.2
Has been celebrated since 2000; will feature films, food festival, and exhibits; photo.
48 Student dies of cardiac arrest
Northern Iowan 104:24, p.4
Carlos Teran Yengle, a graduate student in Industrial Technology, died November 10, 2007; had been a friend and supporter to many international students; photo.
49 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 104:22, p.9
Fall retreat and education forum featured; photo.
50 Advice we wish we'd taken as freshman
Northern Iowan 104:8, p.7
Activities to consider to aid in a student's education.
51 Living on campus during the summer can be lonely
Northern Iowan 103:59, p.2
Many students returned home following the spring semester, but those remaining on campus share experiences.
52 International education
Northern Iowan 103:24, p.8
Language lessons and the International Food Fair hosted by the International Student Association.
53 International students cope with cold weather
Northern Iowan 103:23, p.9
International students from warmer countries learn to layer clothing during the winter; photo.
54 International Education Week
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.4
Activities include information tables, workshops, films, performers, speakers, and a celebrity reception.
55 More than just another oil country
Northern Iowan 103:20, p.9
Saudi Student Club's goal is to educate the UNI community about Saudi culture. A two day "Exhibit of Saudi Arabian Culture and Civilization", November 30 and December 1 will feature Prince Turki Al-Faisal; photo.
56 Day of the Dead Celebration
Northern Iowan 103:17, p.9
Activities scheduled for Day of the Dead Celebration.
57 Hispanic Heritage Month Film Series
Northern Iowan 103:15, p.9
"Spirit Doctors,The Guestworker", and "Ropa Americana (American Clothing)" will be shown October 17, 19, and 20 by the Center for Multicultural Education; photo.
58 Cultural awareness key
Northern Iowan 103:14, p.6
Responds to Ken Weiler's letter on display of flags in Homecoming parade; believes everyone should attempt to understand people from other countries.
59 Learn more about African culture, join the African Union
Northern Iowan 103:6, p.7
The African Union at UNI strives to ease the transition for international students to college life; photo.
60 UNI international student enrollment reaches record numbers
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
The number of international students is 432, seventy of whom are from Saudi Arabia. This year the Saudi Student club will host His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal.
61 International student organizations to host variety show
Northern Iowan 102:48, p.4
Event will include fashion show, food, speaker, and performances; photo.
62 International Education Week
Northern Iowan 102:23, p.6
Students will have the chance to learn about different countries, including their language, music, and cuisine.
63 International student services make transitioning easier
Northern Iowan 102:19, p.7
Services at the Center for Multicultural Education help international students adjust to their new surroundings; photo.
64 You don't know UNI until you know: Assistant Director of International Services Kristi Marchesani
Northern Iowan 101:58, p.3
Profile of Kristi Marchesani, assistant director of admissions.
65 International students improve English skills at UNI
Northern Iowan 101:47, p.3
Describes the Culture and Intensive English Program at UNI.
66 Welcome to UNI
Northern Iowa Today 107:54, p.supp 8
Description of UNI's orientation program for new students; photo.
67 Russian economic students visit UNI
Northern Iowan 100:46, p.1
Visiting students describe differences between Russian and American college practices; photo.
68 UNI bucks trend in international enrollment
Northern Iowan 100:39, p.1
Despite a drop in international student enrollment at universities nationwide, UNI reports an increase from the 2002-2003 school year.
69 UNI bucks the trend; sees increase in international student enrollment
Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1
Kristi Marchesani says that UNI has been "very aggressive and creative" in reaching out to international students.
70 Bera motivated for present and future goals
Northern Iowan 100:26, p.13
Profile of international student Francois Bera; photo.
71 Ho Chi Minh native forges her own trail to Cedar Falls
Northern Iowan 100:23, p.13
Profile of international student Thu Mai; photo.
72 Dikker Hupkes skips grades and home country to come to Cedar Falls
Northern Iowan 100:21, p.11
Profile of student Simon Dikker Hupkes.
73 Rosty leaves the beach for the Heartland
Northern Iowan 100:19, p.9
Profile of Claudia Rosty, a student from Brazil; photo.
74 Hula-hooping Kuong circles the globe to end up at UNI
Northern Iowan 100:17, p.11
Profile of international student Hou Chun Kuong; photo.
75 Koech desires to improve the educational fortitude of his home
Northern Iowan 100:15, p.9
Profile of international student Peter Koech; photo.
76 Kelstrup "exposes" himself to new customs
Northern Iowan 100:13, p.11
Profile of international student Mikkell Kelstrup; photo.
77 Miranda finds home away from home
Northern Iowan 100:11, p.11
Profile of graduate student Freddy Miranda; photo.
78 On your campus
Northern Iowan 100:2, p.2
Meetings and activities planned.
79 Citizenship extends beyond our borders
Northern Iowan 99:45, p.5
Encourages students to befriend international students.
80 Overseas students make do in the U. S.
Northern Iowan 98:27, p.1
International students have to adjust to spending Christmas away from home.
81 Focusing on foreign students
Public Relations News Release 2001:187, p.1
Kristi Marchesani will talk about the effect of the terrorist attacks on foreign enrollment in state schools.
82 INS seeks international student information
Northern Iowan 98:17, p.1
Immigration and Naturalization Services wants information about students' country of citizenship, date of commencement of study, and degree program, but that request is currently on hold.
83 How far is too far?
Public Relations News Release 2001:178, p.6
Kristi Marchesani will talk about the new policies of the Immigration and Naturalization Services.
84 Speaking across borders
Northern Iowan 98:10, p.9
Culture and Intensive English Program helps international students prepare to attend American colleges and universities.
85 International students react to attack on U. S.
Northern Iowan 98:4, p.5
International students express sorrow over the terrorist attacks on the United States.
86 Vilsack meets Russian students
Northern Iowan 97:52, p.4
UNI and Russian students discuss differences between the governments in Russia and the United States.
87 What's up
Northern Iowan 97:48, p.4
Activities and meetings; Business Fashion Show; practice LSAT; National Alliance for the Mentally Ill; HIV/AIDS panel discussion; stress management workshop.
88 Diversity Week: always looking for something different and new
Northern Iowan 97:4, p.3
Schedule for this year's Diversity Week; photo.
89 The University of Northern Iowa Chinese Students and Scholars Friendship Association celebrates the Chinese New Year
Public Relations News Release 1999:228, p.1
UNI Chinese Students and Scholars Friendship Association will host a potluck to celebrate the Chinese New Year on February 5.
90 Foreign exchange student creates environment of 'global understanding'
Northern Iowan 96:7, p.10
Conversation Partners Program pairs international students with UNI students to practice conversation and learn about each other's culture ; photo.
91 International students bring diversity to UNI
Northern Iowan 96:7, p.1
UNI benefits from the presence of international students and faculty.
92 Advice for international students on meeting people
Northern Iowan 95:55, p.7
Columnist gives tips to international students on making friends.
93 Human rights includes right to tell your story
Northern Iowan 95:55, p.11
Student writes that international students do not have human rights in this country.
94 Iowa is a friendly state and DMB does not "suck"
Northern Iowan 95:55, p.12
Student comments on Nathan Chandler's column blasting the "Dave Matthews Band" and was disappointed by M. J. Rana's letter about unfriendly Iowans.
95 Iowans need to discover diversity
Northern Iowan 95:55, p.11
Believes most Iowans have not experienced real diversity.
96 Organization being formed
Northern Iowan 95:55, p.13
International club is being organized to include all students on campus.
97 Iowa an unfriendly state: Part 2
Northern Iowan 95:52, p.11
Believes interests of international students are not represented on campus. Student asks UNI community to reach out to international students.
98 Attitudes not primarily Iowan attitudes
Northern Iowan 95:51, p.7
Students respond to letter about unfriendly Iowans printed April 13; letter also contained negative attitudes and stereotypes.
99 Unfriendly Iowa?
Northern Iowan 95:51, p.6
Students need to take responsibility to get to know people from other cultures.
100 Iowa an unfriendly state
Northern Iowan 95:50, p.8
Some international students feel they are outcasts both on and off-campus and are treated badly.