Maucker Union

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# Title Date Summary
301 Career Fair and interviews
Northern Iowan 109:6, p.12
Dates, times, and locations for the events are advertised; photo.
302 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.
303 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.
304 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.
305 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.
306 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.
307 Hit the books, hit the gym
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.
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.
308 Hit up these spots when you're hitting the books
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.
Tips on popular places to study on campus; photo.
309 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.
310 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.
311 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.
312 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.
313 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.
314 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.
315 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.
316 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.
317 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.
318 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.
319 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.
320 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.
321 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.
322 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.
323 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.
324 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.
325 Pride Cry kicks off Homecoming
Northern Iowan 108:12, 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.
326 Multicultural Student Reception
Northern Iowan 108:3, p.2
New students were welcomed during a reception in Maucker Union ballroom; photo.
327 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.
328 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.
329 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.
330 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.
331 Find your hot study spot
Northern Iowan 107:54, p.
Several study areas on campus are noted. Rod Library is one of the best spots. Help is available.
332 UNI Open Mic Night
Northern Iowan 107:49, p.2
Bands and individual musicians showcased their talents in Maucker Union; photo.
333 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.
334 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.
335 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.
336 I Spy at UNI
Northern Iowan 107:36, p.1
Students, staff, and faculty challenged to share the location of a unidentified photo: photo
337 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.
338 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.
339 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.
340 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.
341 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.
342 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.
343 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.
344 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.
345 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.
346 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.
347 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.
348 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.
349 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.
350 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.