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301 Senator Grassley to deliver UNI lecture on whistleblowers
Public Relations News Release 2013:85, p.1
Senator Chuck Grassley will present a lecture on "Government Accountability and Whistleblowers" at UNI. Grassley is a co-author of the Whistleblower Protection Act and views whistleblowers as part of the system of check and balances.
302 UNI helps further 'Healthiest State' initiative
Public Relations News Release 2013:82, p.1
UNI is joining the movement to make Iowa the healthiest state in the nation. There will be several walks held on October 9 to get people out and moving. President Ruud, Mrs. Ruud, and Mayor Crews will be participating in the walk.
303 Heterosexism still prominent among college students
Northern Iowan 110:9, p.1
Heterosexism may be on the decline, but it is a mistake to think it is no longer a problem. However, UNI is taking steps in the right by opening the LGBT center; photo.
304 Alpha Phi keeps hearts pumping
Northern Iowan 110:8, p.4
The Alpha Phi sorority sisters put on their Third Annual Cardiac Arrest week, raising funds for their women's heart health charity, the Alpha Phi Foundation. They planned a week of free activities as well as a blood drive.
305 Iowa's accomplishments in STEM to be featured at EPSCoR Annual All-Hands Meeting
Public Relations News Release 2013:9, p.9
The annual All-Hands Meeting of the Iowa Experimental Program on Stimulate Competitive Research will be held at UNI. There will be several speakers from surrounding colleges and universities. There will also be a student research poster competition.
306 Renovations planned for Maucker Union: Student Involvement Center, International Services to be updated
Northern Iowan 109:55, p.1
Construction will soon start on the upper level of Maucker Union. The Student Involvement Center and International Services will face renovations. An LGBT and Military and Veterans Centers will be added.
307 Panther Portraits: Students salsa dance the day away
Northern Iowan 109:53, p.7
Students gathered on top of the Maucker Union to learn how to salsa dance. This event was put on by the Wesley Foundation.
308 Protest incites student response
Northern Iowan 109:53, p.1
Protesters from Missionaries to the Pre-Born gathered outside of the Maucker Union to protest abortion and homosexuality. Groups of students opposed this protest and formed their own counter-protest group, photo.
309 Plans for LGBT and military student centers at UNI continue to move forward
Northern Iowan 109:39, p.1
Plans for the LGBT center and the military and veterans student center are progressing. The centers will located in or near the Student Involvement Center in Maucker Union.
310 RRTTC hosts nature photography contest
Northern Iowan 109:35, p.6
The Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center is holding a photography contest in honor of Earth Week. There will be many other events taking place that week for students to partake in and appreciate nature; photo.
311 Students prepare to dance all night
Northern Iowan 109:35, p.1
Many students will participate in Dance Marathon to help raise money for children who have been diagnosed with cancer. Dance Marathon will help support these families in their time of need.
312 TWLOHA to host Lyrics & Conversation night
Northern Iowan 109:33, p.6
UNI's chapter of the nonprofit movement To Write Love On Her Arms will host an event. The theme of the event is "Lyrics & Conversations." The group reaches out to the depressed, suicidal, abused or addicted and gives them hope and encouragement.
313 Wartell emphasizes UNI's uniqueness
Northern Iowan 109:33, p.1
The third and final candidate for the position of UNI president spoke about his vision on UNI's place in the community and the state of Iowa. Dr. Wartell believes UNI will be censured, but will not change because of it; photo.
314 Art From the Heart has a sweet goal in sight
Northern Iowan 109:32, p.6
Art for El Salvador, a project created by sisters Maria and Niah Howard, raises money to build a school in El Salvador in their younger sister Sarah Howard's name. Proceeds from purchases of crafts go towards the school building; photo
315 Final candidate announced
Northern Iowan 109:31, p.1
Michael A. Wartell has been announced as the third and final presidential candidate. As chancellor he worked to expand programs and endowments, increased enrollment, and oversaw construction of more than thirty buildings.
316 Ruud talks about future of UNI
Northern Iowan 109:31, p.1
William Ruud was the first presidential candidate to visit UNI. He described his vision for the future of UNI and its place not only in the state of Iowa, but in the Midwest and the nation; photo.
317 UNI students serve the Cedar Valley on MLK Day
Northern Iowan 109:29, p.1
UNI students volunteer at the Northeast Iowa Food Bank, Catholic Worker House, Cedar Valley Hospitality House, Ridgeway Place, Country View Care Center, and the Center for Energy and Environmental Education.
318 UNI plans day of service for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Northern Iowan 109:28, p.3
Student Involvement Center offers an opportunity to volunteer at local agencies. Bus will transport participants to various locations including the Northeast Iowa Food Bank, Grout Museum, and the Country View Nursing Home.
319 Essentials: please donate non-perishable grocery items or money
Northern Iowan 109:21, p.9
$1 donations go to a family in need during the month of November. Purchases can be made and donated at Essentials at Maucker Union.
320 Cedar Falls Blue Zones hosts UNI campus kickoff
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.3
Blue Zone Project is promoted on campus to foster healthy living and environments. Event offered information on getting involved and joining the project.
321 International Student Association holds Halloween dance
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.9
Students gathered at Maucker Union for a night of Halloween costumes and dancing. The main idea was to bring students together and to make friends; photo.
322 New Stop & Serve program provides UNI students more volunteer opportunities
Public Relations News Release 2012:120, p.1
Stop & Serve program offers opportunities for students to volunteer with various companies and organizations in the Cedar Valley.
323 Campus Advisory Board hosts laser tag and Decade Dance
Northern Iowan 109:17, p.7
About five hundred attended the events in the Maucker Union; photo.
324 Pride Cry kicks off Homecoming
Northern Iowan 109:16, p.1
Nine teams compete; three teams selected for finals on Friday; teams must sing fight song and another song as well as dance; Homecoming Court announced; photo.
325 Early voting continues on UNI campus
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.1
Several locations on campus allow early voting to accommodate student schedules. Iowa makes it easy for people to vote, offering many different options. Students encouraged to get involved and participate in voting.
326 UNI hosts exchange student reception
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.2
Students sing at the exchange student reception hosted by International Programs; photo.
327 News in photos
Northern Iowan 109:12, p.3
Chats sold awareness-themed pink items for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Proceeds to benefit breast cancer research; photo.
328 Student body president, vice president discuss goals for year
Northern Iowan 109:12, p.1
Goals met include registration of two thousand new voters; expansion of Green Initiative on campus; passage of College Readership Program. Final term to focus on approval for two streetlights on campus; improve communication with students; photo
329 Orange Party kicks off next Dance Marathon
Northern Iowan 109:10, p.4
Dance Marathon to celebrate their second year of raising money for the Children's Miracle Network Hospital in Iowa City; photo.
330 New dining options available
Northern Iowan 109:7, p.5
Piazza now allows students to use to-go containers. These changes have saved money and food waste has been reduced. Hours have been extended. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night entrees are available; photo.
331 Career Fair and interviews
Northern Iowan 109:6, p.12
Dates, times, and locations for the events are advertised; photo.
332 Busy students can take five to 'Stop and Serve'
Northern Iowan 109:5, p.8
Stop and Serve allows students to help others by making snack bags for a food bank or blankets for new mothers at or below the poverty level. Great satisfaction comes from helping others.
333 UNI Career Fair and interview day offers opportunities for students and alumni
Public Relations News Release 2012:42, p.1
Over one hundred twenty organizations and graduate schools will visit with students about internships, full time jobs, and continuing education. To participate in interview day, a student must attend Career Fair.
334 Bike repair stations, UNI Outdoors office offer services for bike riders
Northern Iowan 109:1, p.14
James Chidister is a one man fix-it station for bicycles on campus. Repairs are first class and low cost. This year two Fixit stations will aid Chidister. These stations allow a person to inflate tires and tighten bolts.
335 Welcome from your student body president
Northern Iowan 109:1, p.8
Students are encouraged to meet new friends and welcome freshmen to campus. A brief introduction to the Northern Iowa Student Government provided; photo.
336 Former director of Maucker Union dies
Northern Iowan 108:55, p.2
John F. Ketter served for twenty years as director of the Maucker Union. He was the first director of the Union; photo.
337 Hit the books, hit the gym
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.supp 21
Wellness and Recreation Center offers workout areas, intramural sports, equipment rental, and backpacking trips. Health Beat is located in the Union and offers workout equipment. It is open until 6:30pm; photo.
338 Hit up these spots when you're hitting the books
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.supp 12
Tips on popular places to study on campus; photo.
339 A QUASH-ing good time to fundraise
Northern Iowan 108:53, p.6
Students raised over $10,000 during the third annual Quest to Unravel Alzheimer's Scavenger Hunt. Puzzles, games, and quizzes kept students busy and entertained; photo.
340 Drag shows: The greatest things in the world, really
Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.7
Maucker Union was completely packed for the annual drag show, sponsored by UNI Proud; photo.
341 Students gather for candlelit walk around campus
Northern Iowan 108:46, p.6
Over seventy students walked to raise awareness of human trafficking. The group heard statistics and stories of those involved; photo.
342 Dancing for the kids who can't
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.6
Dance Marathon raises $56,473.01 for University of Iowa Children's Hospital; photo.
343 Faculty senate discusses potential academic cuts
Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1
Members express concerns about general funds being transferred to nonacademic departments. Several faculty members seed that the budget process seemed to be top down, with little input from the bottom up.
344 Preparations pick up for first UNI Dance Marathon
Northern Iowan 108:34, p.10
With the event only three weeks away, only five male students have signed up as dancers. This is out of a total of 340 signed up to dance. Crafts, food, board games, and laser tag will be available.
345 I Spy at UNI
Northern Iowan 108:33, p.2
Mystery photo presented to challenge identity by faculty, students, and staff. The previous photo was identified by Adam Johnson as the top of Maucker Union; photo.
346 I Spy at UNI
Northern Iowan 108:24, p.2
Faculty, staff, and students challenged to identify the location of the "mystery photo". The previous photo was the wood grill in Maucker Union. Gayle Nelson was the winner; photo.
347 Maucker Union ballrooms undergoing construction
Northern Iowan 108:24, p.1
A $1 million dollar renovation of the ballrooms is due to be completed by the middle of March 2012. The sound system, ceiling, ventilation system, and the installation of new energy efficient lighting will be upgraded; photo.
348 News in Photos
Northern Iowan 108:23, p.1
Dance Marathon team participate in a flash mob scene in Maucker Union to promote early registration for the Dance Marathon to be held February 25, 2011, photo.
349 3000 reusable baskets were thrown away in 3 months
Northern Iowan 108:20, p.1
The replacement cost for these Union food serving baskets is $1440 for the three month inventory period. No solution is foolproof. People need to stop and think. Recycling does save money; photo.
350 The price is ripe
Northern Iowan 108:20, p.4
Increasing food costs at Maucker Union outlets have caused grumbling among some students. The solution is packing one's own lunch from food purchased at a grocery store. Costs will continue to increase; photo.
351 New York Times coming to campus
Northern Iowan 108:19, p.1
Starting in the fall, an eight week trial period will bring the New York Times to Maucker Union. Northern Iowa Student Government will pay for the copies taken during the second four week period.
352 NI Archives
Northern Iowan 108:18, p.10
A look back at the NI on October 27, 1967. A highlight was female students with at least sophomore standing and parental permission had a no hours policy. Freshman had to be in the dorms by 1:00am. Dorm contracts were for a semester; photo.
353 Seeing through the eyes of the blind
Northern Iowan 108:16, p.6
Simulated blindness took place in the College Eye Room. Students were blindfolded and then coached by Haley Minear. Brianna Gowen, legally blind since age 15, led discussion following the demonstration; photo.
354 TAGS event to help students interested in graduate or professional school
Northern Iowan 108:13, p.2
"Thinking About Graduate School" consists of presentation and an explanation of the graduate application process. There will be a question and answer session with a panel of grad students and professors.
355 Pride Cry kicks off Homecoming
Northern Iowan 109:16, p.1

Eight student groups showcased their singing and dancing in the annual Homecoming Pride Cry contest. This year's contest was determined to be the best ever; photo.

356 Multicultural Student Reception
Northern Iowan 108:3, p.2
New students were welcomed during a reception in Maucker Union ballroom; photo.
357 UNI feel effects of budget cuts
Northern Iowan 108:3, p.1
State support for UNI has been cut for the third straight year. This year's shortfall is 3.6 million dollars. Class sizes are increasing. Retirements are not being replaced. Programs are being cut; photo.
358 Lunch held for transfer students
Northern Iowan 108:2, p.2
Free pizza, cookies, and drinks will be available at the Transfer Student Welcome Lunch on August 31 in ballroom C of the Maucker Union.
359 First week of classes
Northern Iowan 108:1, p.2
Campus has come to life with the return of the students. Scenes from the first week; photo.
360 Construction hits campus
Northern Iowan 107:60, p.3
Each summer construction projects appear on campus. This summer there are many projects that are smaller in nature; photo.
361 Find your hot study spot
Northern Iowan 107:54, p.supp 10
Several study areas on campus are noted. Rod Library is one of the best spots. Help is available.
362 UNI Open Mic Night
Northern Iowan 107:49, p.2
Bands and individual musicians showcased their talents in Maucker Union; photo.
363 Tuition to increase by five percent next year
Northern Iowan 107:45, p.1
The Iowa Board of Regents voted 7-2 to approve a tuition increase for the coming academic year. In-state business students will see an increase of 11.3 percent. This is aimed to make up for former Governor Culver's ten per cent across the board cut.
364 UNI hosts annual African-American Read-In
Northern Iowan 107:41, p.5
First graders from Price Lab and Waterloo schools packed the Maucker Union Ballroom to learn about African-American history. Over 425 students attended; photo.
365 Send a message: these cuts need to stop
Northern Iowan 107:38, p.9
Once again the state legislature is asking students to pay higher tuition. The current proposals are for deep cuts to higher education funding. Larger class size, fewer professors, and fewer student services will be the result. Speak out now.
366 I Spy at UNI
Northern Iowan 107:36, p.1
Students, staff, and faculty challenged to share the location of a unidentified photo: photo
367 Maucker Union reduces dining operations hours
Northern Iowan 107:32, p.1
Low student traffic rates have led to a change in the hours during which food is available in the Union. Weekend traffic has seen the greatest reduction in student activity; photo.
368 2011 brings a wave of New Year's resolutions
Northern Iowan 107:28, p.5
Students start the new semester and New Year with new goals. Use of the Health Beat and the Wellness Center were mentioned by several students; photo.
369 The Band Perry to perform at UNI
Northern Iowan 107:27, p.5
Maucker Union Ballroom will host The Band Perry, in concert, February 24, 2011.
370 Weeklong UNI Homecoming Celebration October 17 - 23
Public Relations News Release 2010:104, p.1
Events begin Saturday with the annual Panther Pacers 5K Cross Country Run. Prior to the football game kickoff, there will be a Safe Date Tailgate to educate students about the issues surrounding violence prevention.
371 Former U. S. ambassador to speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2010:80, p.1
Mary Kramer, former president of the Iowa Senate and former Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, will speak in the Center for Multicultural Education.
372 UNI gears up for Family Weekend activities, events
Northern Iowan 107:10, p.4
Oktoberfest activities, volleyball, the Orchesis and International Dance Theatre performance, Hillside Observatory, and the Panther football game are highlights of Family Weekend; photo.
373 UNI to host Family Weekend
Public Relations News Release 2010:74, p.1
On October 2, various programs, academic colleges, and departments will host activities, open houses, and special tours for students and their families. The Family Feast Tailgate will be held at the plaza outside Maucker Union.
374 UNI announces free jazz concerts on Mondays
Public Relations News Release 2010:61, p.1
The "Four-Letter Word: Jazz" series, organized by Michael Conrad, a music education jazz and composition theory major from Cedar Falls, features various musicians from the School of Music. Anyone who wishes to perform can sign up in Russell Hall.
375 UNI to host research and development education summit
Public Relations News Release 2010:64, p.1
The purpose of the summit is to discuss four national research and development schools. Sharon Robinson, president and CEO of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), will be the guest speaker.
376 Bob Dylan coming to UNI
Public Relations News Release 2010:57, p.1
Bob Dylan and his Band have announced dates of their fall tour, including a stop at the McLeod Center, at 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 24.
377 UNI's Center for Multicultural Education to host 2010-2011 book club
Public Relations News Release 2010:38, p.1
Participants will be reading and discussing texts that deal with various cultural expressions and share history, customs, and perspectives of African-Americans, Native Americans, Latinos, and Asian/Pacific Islander Americans.
378 UNI to host Judy Shepard and series of LGBT dialogues
Public Relations News Release 2010:35, p.1
The university will host a series of events regarding struggles faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) students and citizens. The events are part of a lecture to be given by Judy Shepard of the Laramie Project.
379 UNI Career Fair and Interview Day offers opportunities for students and alumni on Monday, September 20 in the McLeod Center
Public Relations News Release 2010:33, p.1
More than100 organizations and graduate/professional schools will talk with students and alumni about internships, fulltime jobs and continuing education. Attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resume to give to company representatives.
380 Jorgensen brings "Panther Trivia" to UNI
Northern Iowan 107:2, p.6
A new show on the UNI cable channel this fall is written, produced, and directed by Dru Jorgensen. The show will film in Maucker Union.
381 Recycling now available Campus-wide
Northern Iowan 107:2, p.3
UNI continues to move toward a "green campus" with the installation of in-room recycling in residence halls, the dedication of the net zero parking facility, and installation of six three unit recycling bins; photo.
382 UNI Volunteer Fair
Public Relations News Release 2010:25, p.1
The 2010 Volunteer Fair will be held in the Maucker Union Old Central Ballroom. Last year's event attracted more than 40 non-profit agencies from the Cedar Valley area and more than 300 students.
383 UNI makes waste disposal and recycling more efficient on campus
Public Relations News Release 2010:20, p.1
New solar-powered trash compactors and recycling units are being installed on the campus. Six stand-alone solar-powered trash compactors and six three-unit recycling stations will further enhance the beauty of the campus while reducing demands on grounds
384 Make your voice heard
Northern Iowan 106:59, p.1
Input sought on the value of athletics, Maucker Union, Performing Arts Center, Student Health Center, and the Wellness and Recreation Center; photo.
385 Make your voice heard
Northern Iowan 2009:59, p.1
Input sought on the value of athletics and other auxillary programs at the University; photo.
386 A day in the life of a UNI Panther
Northern Iowan 106:54, p.
Campus scenes; photo.
387 Numerous study places, opportunities for help around campus
Northern Iowan 106:54, p.
Study areas are provided in Maucker Union, Rod Library, main and individual house lounges in the dorms, and classroom buildings.
388 Fifth annual UNI Mini-Sumo Robotics Invitational to be held April 29
Public Relations News Release 2009:429, p.1
Approximately 14 UNI students will participate in the competition and an additional three to four robots are scheduled to ship in from Iowa, Indiana, and Washington.
389 UNI holds 2010 Sustainability Forum on April 22
Public Relations News Release 2009:413, p.1
Faramarz Vakili, program director of WE CONSERVE at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will give the keynote address, "If not now, when? If not us, who?" He will deliver his lecture via video conferencing system.
390 UNI guest lecturer to address 'The Truth about Media Violence'
Public Relations News Release 2009:408, p.1
Children are affected in multiple ways when they watch media violence, according to Douglas Gentile, a research scientist, author, award-winning educator and assistant professor of developmental psychology at Iowa State University.
391 UNI to celebrate Earth Week
Public Relations News Release 2011:266, p.1
Earth Week is a campus-wide event, which aims to involve the campus sommunity in environmental action and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. Earth Day activities are listed.
392 UNI textiles and apparel students present annual student fashion show April 10
Public Relations News Release 2009:382, p.1
The theme for this year's show is Trendslation. Thirty-seven student designers will present four sections of different fashion trends from the past and present, including street warrior and old Hollywood.
393 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 106:42, p.8
Students celebrate carnival week in Maucker Union. Food specials, games, and employees in carnival costumes highlighted the week; photo.
394 Faculty Senate suggests cut to auxiliary funds
Northern Iowan 106:41, p.1
The Wellness and Recreation Center, Performing Arts Center, Student Health Center, Maucker Union, and athletic programs would all feel the effects of a proposal from the Faculty Senate to reduce support from the general fund; photo.
395 UNI hosts immigration interpreter from Postville raids
Public Relations News Release 2009:304, p.1
Erik Camayd-Freixas, a federally certified interpreter who translated at the federal hearings in Waterloo after the 2008 immigration raid at Agri-Processors, Inc. in Postville, will participate in two events about "The Postville Story."
396 UNI celebrates Women's History Month
Public Relations News Release 2009:300, p.1
To kick off Women's History Month, "Women in the Globalized World," a panel discussion sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program, will be held in the Center for Multicultural Education, Maucker Union.
397 UNI's TEAM invites fourth, fifth and sixth graders to explore and have fun at Math Fair
Public Relations News Release 2009:297, p.1
Teaching Educators About Mathematics (TEAM) student organization will host its fourth-annual Math Fair in Maucker Union. The Math Fair provides elementary students with an opportunity to experience mathematics through fun, hands-on activities.
398 UNI to host night of musical fun at second-annual Panther Idol
Public Relations News Release 2009:295, p.1
Panther Idol is an event that provides a fun, social and safe occasion for students to come together and have an enjoyable evening, according to Mike Bobeldyk, Maucker Union associate director.
399 UNI professor to present session on forgiveness and the Dalai Lama
Public Relations News Release 2009:294, p.1
Suzanne Freedman, associate professor of educational psychology and foundations, will speak in Maucker Union College Eye Room on March 3. The event is part of American Democracy Project.
400 UNI's MTA hosts 4th Annual African-American Read-In
Public Relations News Release 2009:287, p.1

Alumna Jan Spivey Gilchrist returned to the college for the Read-in, where she lead a series of three sessions with students from Black Hawk Elementary, Walter Cunningham School of Excellence, and Malcolm Price Laboratory.