Lubker--James F. [College of Humanities and Fine Arts Dean; Provost]

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1	My final corny yet meaningful message Northern Iowan 108:51, p.5	04/17/2012	Outgoing student body vice president Ian Goldsmith reflects on his year of service to student government. He remembers the administration's commitment to students; photo.
2	President Allen speaks about the changes ahead for UNI Northern Iowan 107:9, p.1	09/28/2010	During this year's convocation, President Benjamin Allen stressed the desire to have the University in charge of the changes that will be ahead during the next five years. Faculty awards were presented; photo.
3	UNI honors outstanding faculty for teaching, research and professional service Public Relations News Release 2009:79, p.1	09/25/2009	Four faculty members were honored at the fall faculty meeting last month. They are: Harry Brod, Kim MacLin, Cherin Lee, and Martha Reineke. The new James F. Lubker Faculty Research Award was created to honor Jim Lubker, professor of communication science.
4	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements in the UNI-Dome May 9 Public Relations News Release 2008:506, p.1	04/30/2009	More than 1,500 students are eligible to participate including the members of the Class of 1959 who will be attending their Golden Reunion. Sandy Stevens of Glen Ellyn, Ill., will welcome the new graduates as alumni.
5	UNI hosts 45th annual Model UN Conference Public Relations News Release 2008:470, p.1	04/14/2009	Model U. N. offers high school students a simulation of the diplomacy, problem-solving and responsibilities of the United Nations. James Lubker will welcome attendees and the keynote address will be presented by Donna Maier.
6	The University of Northern Iowa's winter weather policies Northern Iowan 105:29, p.1	01/23/2009	The University seldom closes due to bad weather, because most students live either on or close to campus. Blizzard conditions do contribute to a closing; photo.
7	Award nominations sought for UNI faculty engaged with community Community Engagement Awards recognize involvement through teaching, research Public Relations News Release 2008:296, p.1	01/12/2009	Veridian Credit Union will fund up to five Community Engagement awards, one for a faculty member in each of the five undergraduage colleges.The wards were initiated in 2007 to recognize the efforts of faculty and inspire partnerships among faculty. More.
8	UNI to send Cezar to Presidential inauguration Public Relations News Release 2008:287, p.1	01/05/2009	Student body president, Pernell Cezar, a junior from Gary, Ind., double-majoring in finance and marketing, will be in Washington, D. C., for the inauguration of Barack Obama, the nation's 44th President, as a part of a 12-day seminar.
9	Gloria J. Gibson named UNI executive vice president and provost Public Relations News Release 2008:278, p.1	12/18/2008	Gibson is currently dean of the College of Humanities & Social Sciences and professor in the Department of English, Folklore and Ethnomusicology at Arkansas State University. She will assume her new duties on July 1.
10	University of Northern Iowa to host commencement in the UNI-Dome Dec. 20 Public Relations News Release 2008:264, p.1	12/09/2008	Benjamin Allen will preside over the ceremonies and confer degrees on the students. John Vallentine, professor and director of the School of Music, is the commencement marshall. The recognition of honors and awards will be conducted by James Lubker.
11	UNI provost search narrows to four candidates Northern Iowan 105:24, p.1	11/21/2008	Provost search narrows to four candidates. James Lubker has been serving as the interim provost for four years; photo.
12	UNI executive vice president and provost search narrows to four candidates Fourth Candidate to be on campus Nov. 17 and 18 Public Relations News Release 2008:218, p.1	11/13/2008	Gary Olson, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Illinois State University will interview in the two-day process, which will include meetings with students, faculty, and staff and a question-and-answer session with the campus community.
13	UNI executive vice president and provost search narrows to four candidates Third candidate to be on campus Nov. 13 and 14 Public Relations News Release 2008:211, p.1	11/11/2008	Hector Flores, dean and professor of biology in the College of Science at Texas State University in San Marcos, will be interviewed in a two-day process. This will include meetings with students, faculty, and staff and a question-and-answer session.
14	UNI executive vice president and provost search narrows to four candidates Second candidate to be on campus Nov. 6 and 7 Public Relations News Release 2008:195, p.1	11/04/2008	Gloria Gibson, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Arkansas State University, will interview at UNI. The two-day interview process will include meetings with students, faculty, and staff and a question-and-answer session.
15	Students removed from McCain rally Northern Iowan 105:18, p.1	10/31/2008	Visit to West Gym by John McCain attended by 2000 people. At least four students were removed for unknown reasons; photo.
16	McCain rallies supporters at UNI Northern Iowan 105:17, p.1	10/28/2008	Republican presidential candidate John McCain holds rally in the West Gym; photo.
17	UNI honors outstanding faculty for teaching, research, professional service Public Relations News Release 2008:153, p.1	10/15/2008	Three faculty members were honored this fall for outstanding teaching, research and professional service, receiving awards valued at $1,000 each. Recipients are: John R. Groves, Lisa K. Jepsen, and Daniel J. Power.
18	Sustainability Council takes action Northern Iowan 105:11, p.3	10/07/2008	President Allen has formed a sustainability council; hopes to bring a "go green" concept to the university.
19	University of Northern Iowa hosts 2008 Eastern Iowa GIS Day Conference Geospatial technologies for natural disaster management, Oct. 6 - 7 Public Relations News Release 2008:92, p.1	09/23/2008	Participants will spend the day learning about LiDAR and its applications. LiDar, light detection and ranging, is a new technology offering high-resolution topographic data.
20	UNI Sustainability Council named Public Relations News Release 2008:76, p.1	09/16/2008	President Allen has established a Sustainability Council to lead the university in reducing its carbon footprint and promoting lifelong, energy-conscious behaviors and techniques. "We must promote good stewardship of resources."
21	UNI rated among best Midwestern colleges by Princeton Review Public Relations News Release 2008:10, p.1	08/13/2008	The university is one of an elite group of 159 colleges on the list of "Best in the Midwest" for 2009. The listings are based on standards of academic excellence, along with anonymous student surveys, site visits and independent invited recommendations.
22	UNI sees 26-percent increase in external funding for FY08 Comptetitive grant awards jump 98 percent Public Relations News Release 2007:758, p.1	07/10/2008	The University received $36,771,923, of which 55 percent was from external funding from federal agencies. Private foundations and charitable trusts provided 33 percent. The remaining portion came from the state of Iowa and local government grants.
23	UNI presents outstanding graduate student awards Public Relations News Release 2007:697, p.1	05/28/2008	The Graduate College has presented awards for outstanding writing and research by students, selected from nominees who completed their work during the 2006-2007 academic year.
24	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements in the UNI-Dome May 10 Public Relations News Release 2007:660, p.1	05/02/2008	Uni will host its annual spring commencement services in two ceremonies in the UNI-Dome. More than 1,500 students who have completed their degrees during the spring semester are eligible to participate.
25	UNI to launch national search for new executive vice president and provost Public Relations News Release 2007:623, p.1	04/22/2008	A committee has been appointed to conduct a national search for a new executive vice president and provost at UNI.
26	Model citizens mentor area youth Northern Iowan 104:50, p.9	04/18/2008	Model UN is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building an understanding of and support for the ideals and work of the United Nations; photo.
27	Cawelti honored for 40 years of service Northern Iowan 104:49, p.9	04/15/2008	Retirement reception held for Professor Scott Cawelti; photo.
28	UNI to begin search for executive vice president and provost Public Relations News Release 2007:545, p.1	04/02/2008	The current search for an executive vice president and provost has been closed and a new search committee and search process will begin soon.
29	University of Northern Iowa to induct students into Teacher Education Public Relations News Release 2007:508, p.1	03/19/2008	The College of Education's biannual Teacher Education Induction Convocation will be held March 27.
30	A window into NISG President Andrew Morse's life Northern Iowan 104:43, p.2	03/14/2008	Snap shot of the life of the Northern Iowa Student Government President; photo.
31	UNI executive vice president and provost search narrows to three Public Relations News Release 2007:469, p.1	02/28/2008	Donald Nieman, Lance Grahn, and Susan Carlson are the three finalists for the position of executive vice president and provost.
32	The decision to cancel classes Northern Iowan 104:38, p.2	02/26/2008	Procedures in place for determining when to cancel or delay classes at the University of Northern Iowa; photo.
33	UNI appoints Reinhold Bubser Dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts Public Relations News Release 2007:392, p.1	01/31/2008	Brief biographical profile of Reinhold Bubser.
34	Award nominations sought to recognize UNI faculty engaged with community Public Relations News Release 2007:359, p.1	01/14/2008	Veridian Credit Union is partnering with UNI to recognize outstanding contributions of faculty members engaged with community through research or teaching.
35	University of Northern Iowa to host commencement in the UNI-Dome December 15 Public Relations News Release 2007:335, p.1	12/10/2007	Some 560 students are expected to participate in the commencement ceremony.
36	University of Northern Iowa to induct students into Teacher Education Public Relations News Release 2007:508, p.1	10/15/2007	The Teacher Education Induction Convocation will take place October 23.
37	UNI to launch national search for new provost and vice president for academic affairs Public Relations News Release 2007:135, p.1	09/06/2007	Bemjamin Allen has appointed a committee to conduct a search for a new provost and vice president for academic affairs.
38	UNI names new associate provost Public Relations News Release 2007:34, p.1	06/27/2007	Beverly Kopper has been named associate provost and associate vice president for academic affairs. Brief biographical profile.
39	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements in the UNI-Dome May 5 Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/26/2007	The annual spring commencement services will be held Saturday, May 5.
40	UNI's College of Humanities and Fine Arts to host Alumni Fellows Symposium Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/16/2007	Nineteen alumni will be participating in the Alumni Fellows Symposium Friday, April 20; list of alumni.
41	Do universities ever cancel classes? Northern Iowan 103:42, p.1	03/02/2007	If crews can get the streets, sidewalks and entries reasonably clear, UNI will have classes. The Provost, VP of Administration, and Director of Public Safety make the final decision; photo.
42	Award nominations sought for UNI faculty engaged with community Public Relations News Release 2011:145, p.1	01/10/2007	Five faculty members will be receiving Community Engagement awards.
43	University of Northern Iowa to host Commencement in the UNI-Dome December 16 Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	12/07/2006	About six hundred candidates for degrees will participate in the Commencement ceremony Saturday, December 16.
44	UNI honors Syed Kirmani for outstanding research Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	11/22/2006	Syed Kirmani received the Donald N. McKay Facuty Research Award.
45	UNI assistant professor of English wins poetry prize Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	11/15/2006	Rebecca Dunham won the Truman State University Press T.S. Eliot Prize for Poetry for 2006.
46	College of Education Dean to step down Northern Iowan 103:23, p.1	11/14/2006	Jeffrey Cornett will step down in May; photo.
47	Dean of UNI's College of Education stepping down in May Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	11/03/2006	Jeffrey Cornett will resign from his position as the Dean of the College of Education.
48	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/30/2006	The Mid-America Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages Annual Conference is taking place from November 2 to November 4.
49	Ben Allen to be installed as ninth UNI president Northern Iowan 103:10, p.1	09/29/2006	Bash with Ben picnic and faculty and staff welcome reception are included in the two day celebration for the formal installation of Ben Allen as UNI's ninth president; photo.
50	Allen to be installed as UNI's ninth president, Friday, September 29 Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	09/20/2006	The installation of the University of Northern Iowa's ninth president, Benjamimn Allen, will take place Friday, September 29.
51	President Allen promotes growth in fall address Northern Iowan 103:3, p.4	09/01/2006	President Allen addresses the fall faculty meeting, challenging the University to "focus and grow".
52	New dean, administrators appointed at UNI Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	06/12/2006	Administrative changes announced.
53	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements in the UNI-Dome May 6 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	04/28/2006	Commencement groups and times listed; number of people to speak and be recognized.
54	Saturday, Dec. 17 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	12/12/2005	Five UNI senior cadets will be commissioned as second lieutenants for the ROTC; UNI Commencement ceremonies will include various speakers.
55	University of Northern Iowa to host Commencement in the UNI-Dome Dec. 17 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	12/09/2005	Graduation ceremonies for the University of Northern Iowa will take place in the UNI-Dome.
56	Wanted: President, provost, dean, etc.; committees still looking to fill positions at UNI Northern Iowan 102:27, p.1	12/06/2005	Interim Provost Lubker explains the selection process involved in choosting a new president and other university leaders; photo.
57	Mvuyekure named Hubbard Award recipient at UNI Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	10/05/2005	UNI professor of English and African American literature received the Philip G. Hubbard Award for Outstanding Education; brief profile included.
58	Lubker named interim provost Northern Iowa Today 89:2, p.20	07/01/2005	Dean James Lubker will replace Aaron Podolefsky; photo.
59	University of Northern Iowa to host Commencements in the UNI-Dome May 7 Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	04/29/2005	Student addresses will be give by Andrew Krumm and Jenny Rokes.
60	UNI to debate value of liberal arts in today's job market Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	04/08/2005	The College of Humanities and Fine Arts will sponsor a day-long work session to discuss the liberal arts curriculum; includes list of alumni panelists.
61	UNI names James Lubker interim provost, pending Regents approval Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	03/01/2005	James Lubker will replace Aaron Podolefsky and his appointment will be effective no later than July 1.
62	Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony music director to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	01/18/2005	Director Jason Weinberger will presents "Why Mahler Matters" on Tuesday January 25.
63	University of Northern Iowa commencement to take place Saturday, Dec. 18, in the UNI-Dome Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	12/10/2004	650 students will participate in commencement ceremonies.
64	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements May 8 Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	04/30/2004	Student addresses will be given by Emiliano Lerda and Robert P. Drewelow.
65	Kenneth Atkinson named University Book and Supply Outstanding Teacher Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	04/16/2004	Professor Ken Atkinson will receive the award and give a lecture, "Mysterious Women of the Dead Sea Scrolls," on Wednesday, April 21.
66	Master's of theatre exits stage in 2004 Northern Iowan 100:22, p.1	11/14/2003	Due to budget cuts, there will no longer be a Master's degree for theatre available after the current students graduate in spring 2004.
67	Student-designed fine arts course enriches participants Northern Iowan 100:13, p.12	10/14/2003	New course meant to heighten student awareness and involvement in performing and visual arts.
68	Budget cuts affect more than library Northern Iowan 100:2, p.1	09/05/2003	In addition to the library, the Union, WRC, Student Service Center, and Health Center have all lost funding and staff.
69	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements May 10 Public Relations News Release 2002:508, p.1	05/02/2003	Student addresses will be given by Jill Dee Huebner and Adam Philip Humes.
70	Controversial play revisited in panel discussion Northern Iowan 99:54, p.1	04/29/2003	The controversy over "Corpus Christi," performed on campus in December 2001, was discussed by panel; photo.
71	Survivor's struggles portrayed in 'Madame F' Northern Iowan 99:50, p.13	04/15/2003	Claudia Stevens spoke on campus about a survivor of Auschwitz in "An Evening With Madame F"; photo.
72	Theatre department finds new head to fill rotating role Northern Iowan 99:39, p.1	02/25/2003	Eric Lange became acting department head after Stephen Taft transferred to the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
73	Arts in April Spring 2003; a fully representative UNI Arts Festival Northern Iowa Today 87:1, p.13	01/01/2003	Description and calendar of upcoming events.
74	University of Northern Iowa commencement to take place Saturday, Dec. 21, in the UNI-Dome Public Relations News Release 2002:251, p.1	12/12/2002	Approximately 650 graduate candidates will participate in fall 2002 commencement exercises.
75	UNI conference on business ethics to tackle corporate America's recent problems Public Relations News Release 2002:129, p.1	10/17/2002	"Beyond Enron: A Crisis of Capitalism," a conference on business ethics, will be held in the Lang Hall Auditorium on November 11.
76	One of the world's greatest phoneticians to lecture at UNI Public Relations News Release 2002:110, p.1	10/03/2002	Peter Ladefoged will speak on "Recording Endangered Languages on October 10 in the Communication Arts Center.
77	GBPAC thrives during difficult times Northern Iowan 99:4, p.1	09/13/2002	Tickets sales at the GBPAC increased by 43% from the 2000-2001 season to the 2001-2002 season; photo.
78	University of Northern Iowa commencement to be held Saturday, Dec. 22, in the UNI-Dome Public Relations News Release 2001:243, p.1	12/18/2001	Daniel L. Wilcox will deliver the student address at the commencement ceremonies.
79	Adjunct professors bear brunt of cuts Northern Iowan 98:18, p.1	11/02/2001	University budget cuts will cause an increase in class size; photo.
80	Newly-remodeled Lang Hall to be rededicated at Friday ceremony Northern Iowan 98:11, p.3	10/09/2001	Lang Hall, formerly know as the Auditorium Building, is one of the oldest buildings on campus; photo.
81	Class sizes swell after lack of money, profs Northern Iowan 98:4, p.7	09/14/2001	Increased enrollment and budget cuts lead to larger class sizes.
82	University of Northern Iowa to hold two Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 5 Public Relations News Release 2000:387, p.1	04/25/2001	Over 1300 UNI students will participate in Commencement activities on May 5.
83	PAC begins search for new executive director Northern Iowan 97:33, p.1	01/30/2001	The search committee for PAC executive director includes students, faculty, community members, and members of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony Orchestra.
84	Carignan named interim director of GBPAC Campus News Network 11:10, p.1	12/05/2000	Steven Carignan has been named the interim director of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. His appointment comes after the resignation of former director Bruce Marquis; photo.
85	Carignan replaces Marquis as GBPAC interim director Northern Iowan 97:27, p.1	12/05/2000	Steve Carignan will serve as the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center's interim director; photo.
86	Student's thesis postponed Northern Iowan 97:18, p.5	10/27/2000	Katie Frederick-Schector's play has been "indefinitely postponed" because of regard for another student's privacy.
87	Continuing the legacy of great teachers Northern Iowa Today 84:2, p.2	07/01/2000	Recruiting and hiring high quality, diverse faculty continue to be UNI goals; photo.
88	Learning to live a life: Dean's Scholars Program more than "tuition and tickets" Northern Iowa Today 84:2, p.7	07/01/2000	Students selected for the Dean's Scholars Program receive more than just "tuition and tickets"; photo.
89	Burtis named head of communication studies Northern Iowan 96:49, p.1	04/07/2000	Dr. John Burtis named as new head of Department of Communication Studies; Rick McGuire, acting head, to leave.
90	University of Northern Iowa Commencement to be held Saturday, Dec. 18, at the UNI-Dome Public Relations News Release 1999:163, p.1	12/13/1999	Plans for UNI's Commencement, including a list of the presenters.
91	"Envisioning Education" to be presented by University of Northern Iowa Humanities dean Tuesday, Oct. 5, in Estherville Public Relations News Release 1999:73, p.1	10/05/1999	James Lubker will address the Kiwanis Club in Estherville on issues such as where education is headed and how UNI is meeting the challenge.
92	UNI public relations program named one of the best in the country Campus News Network 9:13, p.2	02/22/1999	Program named one of the "Premiere Programs" in the US by a directory on preparing for careers in public relations.
93	Vallentine appointed director of School of Music Campus News Network 9:12, p.1	02/08/1999	UNI's John Vallentine will take over as Music School director, replacing Raymond Tymas-Jones; photo.
94	The University of Northern Iowa names John Vallentine director of the UNI School of Music Public Relations News Release 1998:243, p.1	02/04/1999	John Vallentine has been named the new head of UNI's School of Music. He replaces Raymond Tymas-Jones.
95	Search for Provost under way Campus News Network 9:7, p.1	11/09/1998	Committee named for search for new Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost to replace Nancy Marlin; interim provost is Aaron Podolefsky.
96	Article injustice to Communication Studies department Northern Iowan 94:59, p.5	07/10/1998	Department members and others respond to the June 12 Northern Iowan article about censuring Jim Skaine for testifying for Robert Snyder in his tenure case.
97	Tenure: should it guarantee absolute job security? Northern Iowan 94:55, p.6	05/01/1998	Faculty with tenure can be fired for "academic misconduct."
98	Tenure study reveals criteria of 'privilege' Northern Iowan 94:54, p.1	04/28/1998	Tenure decisions, granting academic freedom, are made carefully by the Provost and a committee.
99	Estes rocks foundation of auditorium, audience; Iowa native unleashes opera voice at UNI Northern Iowan 94:14, p.15	10/17/1997	Simon Estes gives concert to large audience; photo.
100	University of Northern Iowa commencement to take place Saturday, May 10 at 2 P.M. in the UNI-Dome Public Relations News Release 1996:394, p.1	05/02/1997	Students graduating in spring, summer and December are invited to take part in the spring commencement.