McKinley--William Thomas (Class of 1978; Physical Plant Staff)
Displaying 1 - 46 of 46 in reverse chronological order
| # | Title | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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 | |
| 2 | Wasteful practices escalate paper costs Northern Iowan 106:20, p.1 |
Student impatience blamed for the overuse of printing at Rod Library. Fliers and a new policy of a forty page limit are aimed to help reduce waste. Paper is recycled, but increased costs of paper and toner require action; photo. | |
| 3 | UNI, City of Cedar Falls announce rising numbers at campus recycling site Public Relations News Release 2008:237, p.1 |
The second-year anniversary of the collaboration with the City of Cedar Falls celebrates nearly 18 percent improvement in tons recycled at the city/university recycling collection site. The largest increases were in newsprint, paper, and plastic bags. | |
| 4 | UNI will hold celebration in honor of Earth Day Public Relations News Release 2007:608, p.1 |
Program will include clothing drive, displays, recycling demonstration, and workshops. | |
| 5 | UNI, City of Cedar Falls teaming up for on-campus recycling project Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1 |
The University of Northern Iowa and the City of Cedar Falls have provided a city/university collection site for recycling. | |
| 6 | Is Union recycling just a big waste? Northern Iowan 99:31, p.1 |
The remodeling and expansion of the Maucker Union has changed the way the facility handles its recyclable material. | |
| 7 | Zarifis named to head Department of Public Safety Campus News Network 11:17, p.3 |
Associate director of the UNI Department of Public Safety, Dave Zarifis, is now director. | |
| 8 | Zarifis named to head UNI Department of Public Safety Public Relations News Release 2000:342, p.1 |
Dave Zarifis has been promoted to head of Public Safety; Dean Shoars will head up operations at the Physical Plant. | |
| 9 | Professor, not birds, victim of pesticides on campus Northern Iowan 97:17, p.1 |
Several birds have been discovered dead on campus but officials do not link their deaths to the use of pesticides; photo. | |
| 10 | Physical Plant says herbicides harmless to UNI population Northern Iowan 97:14, p.1 |
The use of herbicide on university land has decreased by 54 percent from last year. | |
| 11 | Keeping campus green Campus News Network 11:2, p.1 |
The NISG and the SEAC have approved the reduction of pesticides and fertilizers on the UNI campus. | |
| 12 | Who says looks don't matter? Campus News Network 10:13, p.1 |
Bill McKinley, campus services manager for UNI, discusses the importance of the appearance and the maintenance of campus; photo. | |
| 13 | Enviro-Lawn: safer, more expensive alternative to current herbicides Northern Iowan 96:21, p.3 |
Enviro-Lawn uses all natural products to treat lawns. | |
| 14 | Clearing the white stuff Campus News Network 9:7, p.2 |
UNI will follow same snow clearing plan as last year. | |
| 15 | New city recycling center to benefit community Northern Iowan 94:43, p.3 |
Cedar Falls will be expanding its transfer station to make recycling easier; UNI recycles with Corkery Recycling in Waterloo. | |
| 16 | Clearing the white stuff Campus News Network 8:8, p.1 |
Campus snow removal process will be changed and second shift will remain from last year. | |
| 17 | Time to tidy up: Clean out your files day is Nov. 14 Campus News Network 8:7, p.1 |
"UNI Clean out Your Files Day" will be November 14 to celebrate America Recycles Day. | |
| 18 | News conference on recycling set for 9:15 A.M. Wednesday, Nov. 12 at UNI Public Relations News Release 1997:119, p.1 |
Recycling Reuse Technology Transfer Center and Center for Energy and Environmental Education will hold press conference on recycling activities. Participants will be Ed Brown, Catherine Zeman, Bill Stigliani, and Bill McKinley. | |
| 19 | University of Northern Iowa recycling news brief Public Relations News Release 1997:107, p.1 |
Bill McKinley reports on UNI's recycling efforts. | |
| 20 | Fewer parking spaces = more people coming to campus on two wheels Campus News Network 8:6, p.1 |
More bike racks will be placed on campus to handle increase of bikers on campus; photo. | |
| 21 | Keeping campus safe: extra help for snow removal Campus News Network 7:8, p.1 |
Snow removal plans. | |
| 22 | Waste not Campus News Network 6:12, p.1 |
UNI must reduce the amount of solid waste produced, according to a directive from Governor Branstad. | |
| 23 | Students and faculty can help with clearing lots Northern Iowan 92:26, p.1 |
Administration explains snow removal system and priorities. | |
| 24 | Recycling paper Public Relations News Release 1994:282, p.1 |
By recycling paper UNI has been able to reduce by 100 tons the amount of waste sent to the landfill. | |
| 25 | Is UNI a green campus? Northern Iowan 90:54, p.8 |
Describes campus recycling efforts. | |
| 26 | Trash talk. Public Relations News Release 0:482, p.1 |
William McKinley reports that UNI is above most institutions in our country when it comes to recycling. | |
| 27 | Names of Fame Campus News Network 4:14, p.2 |
Several staff and faculty members at UNI share names with famous people. | |
| 28 | UNI's recycling efforts stay on target Northern Iowan 90:23, p.3 |
Survey of campus efforts to recycle paper and containers. | |
| 29 | Environmentally Sound: UNI Takes Responsibility Old Gold 0:0, p.20 |
Dining centers on campus are doing a lot more recycling; photo. The Department of Residence is trying to decrease food waste; photo. Campbell Hall residents recycle; photo. Every building now recycles aluminum cans which helps to fund UNI; photo. | |
| 30 | The paper chase Campus News Network 3:14, p.3 |
Description of process and procedures associated with UNI paper recycling efforts; photo. | |
| 31 | Donavan Honnold Campus News Network 2:20, p.3 |
Roster of officers and members of P & S Council. | |
| 32 | UNI offers alternative to paper waste; Students need to be more aware of recycling Northern Iowan 88:61, p.1 |
Paper recycling procedures at UNI. | |
| 33 | Building services takes a 25 percent staff reduction: Budget cuts leave Physical Plant shorthanded Northern Iowan 88:6, p.1 |
Staff reduced from sixty-six to fifty-two full-time employees; administrator outlines plans for getting work done with smaller staff. | |
| 34 | Trash to treasure: Northern Iowa recycles Northern Iowa Today 19:1, p.1 |
Close look at UNI's efforts to recycle paper and other trash; photo. | |
| 35 | Campuswide paper recycling program expanding at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1990:217, p.1 |
UNI's recycling program now covers sixteen buildings on campus. | |
| 36 | Commitment to recycling shows impact Campus News Network 1:6, p.1 |
Sixteen buildings on campus are now participating in paper recycling program; Bill McKinley comments on the effectiveness of the program; photo. | |
| 37 | Northern Iowa makes efforts to recycle Northern Iowan 87:17, p.1 |
Many buildings on campus recycle paper. | |
| 38 | Recycling plays a part in education projects Northern Iowan 86:53, p.10 |
Outdoor recreation class implemented recycling in East Gym and set up information table in Library. | |
| 39 | UNI gets involved in recycling efforts Northern Iowan 86:45, p.11 |
Bill McKinley explains UNI's recycling of paper and other material. | |
| 40 | Paper recycling to begin on University of Northern Iowa campus Dec. 4; expansion planned to entire campus by 1990 fall semester. Public Relations News Release 1989:264, p.1 |
Like all state affiliated departments, agencies and institutions, is required by law to begin recycling its paper by Jan. 1, 1990. | |
| 41 | 6% biodegradable, 94% pollution Northern Iowan 85:45, p.4 |
Does not believe that "starch-based" bags go very far in the direction of recycling. | |
| 42 | UNI to begin using biodegradable bags Northern Iowan 85:43, p.5 |
Will use starch-based bags in wastebaskets. | |
| 43 | New lighting in sight for outdoor campus Northern Iowan 83:36, p.4 |
Will go from white mercury vapor to high pressure sodium lighting. | |
| 44 | Survey to be distributed Northern Iowan 80:32, p.8 |
SCUP will distribute survey soon. | |
| 45 | Stinchfield plans for UNI's future UNI Century 12:1, p.1 |
Richard Stinchfield is new Director of Planning and Policy Management; organizes committee (SCUP) to gather information about UNI; outlines aims; biographical sketch; photo. | |
| 46 | Energy crunch Northern Iowan 74:2, p.2 |
Encourages off-campus students to use bus to conserve energy. |