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51 UNI alum writes book offering financial advice
Baker--Brandon Lee (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 107:50, p.1
4/15/2011 Adam Carroll's book, "Winning the Money Game", outlines the best way to ensure financial security for young people. Getting rid of debt is very important. Start with the debt with the highest interest rate; photo.
52 Student convinced UNI nameplate is a treasure map
Northern Iowan 107:46, p.B4
4/1/2011 Nameplate contains cryptic information detailing the whereabouts of a priceless treasure, according to incoming student; photo.
53 Your college career: own it
Jeffries--Leah Kay (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 107:44, p.10
3/25/2011 With college come pressures of discovering who we are, what we believe in, and how to handle situations. It is a time of discovery and self-revelation.
54 NISG prepares students for upcoming Regents Day
Davis--Caroline Julia (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 107:41, p.2
3/4/2011 March 7 students from the Regents institutions will travel to Des Moines to lobby for higher education funding. Nearly one hundred ninety U. N. I. students will attend. NISG is holding training sessions prior to the trip.
55 The folly of Keynesian policy prescriptions
Cue--Owen Elliott (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 107:37, p.8
2/18/2011 The policies of Federal Reserve Chairman, Ben Bernanke, questioned; photo.
56 Lisa Jepsen speaks about the economics of sexual orientation
Krull--Danielle Leigh (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 107:35, p.1
2/11/2011 Associate professor of economics addresses the Current Research on Women Forum. Students, faculty members, and members of the community were present. Stereotypes were examined; photo.
57 Funding process for student organizations underway
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:34, p.5
2/8/2011 Northern Iowa Student Government provides funding with a Spring Budgeting Process and the Immediate Needs Funding Process. Organizations apply in the spring for money needed for the following academic year.
58 UNI Entrepreneurs fight hunger in the Cedar Valley
Kennedy--Megan Gibson (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 107:34, p.6
2/8/2011 Group participating in a competition sponsored by Campbell Soup to battle hunger in the Cedar Valley. Goal is $5000 or 5000 pounds of food donated to the food bank.
59 A free mattress
Krob--Nicholas Joseph (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 107:27, p.10
12/10/2010 A parental decision to offer a used mattress for free results in an eye opening experience. The disparity between those that have and those that do not have is immense.
60 Tips on tipping
Laurio--Katelyn Rose (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:23, p.12
11/16/2010 The average server earns less than minimum wage and relies on tips to make his or her living. Ten per cent has been the standard tip, but the author thinks that this should be left if the service in below average. Twenty per cent is now the standard.
61 Letters of Love: Up 'Til Dawn set to raise money for St. Jude Children's Hospital
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:17, p.5
10/26/2010 Students will mail letters to family and friends to raise awareness and money for St. Jude's.
62 Happiness don't cost a thing: author John de Graaf to speak at UNI
McCollum--Lauren Renae (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:13, p.2
10/12/2010 John de Graaf will share his research on whether or not happiness is determined by wealth. His latest book is entitled; "Affluenza: The All Consuming Epidemic".
63 Unfair treatment for unwitting students
Jeffries--Leah Kay (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 107:13, p.7
10/12/2010 Student loan reform is needed. Currently student loans have no escape clause. Bankruptcy will not get rid of student loans. If payments are missed garnishment, suspension of professional licenses, and income tax withholding are possible.
64 Is a college education worth it?
Funk--Dakota John (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 107:10, p.1
10/1/2010 According to a report by the Chronicle of Higher Education, over a forty year career the typical college graduate earns sixty-six per cent more than a high school graduate.
65 Ryan's Rants: Time for a pop quiz¿ and the crowd goes wild!
Friederich--Ryan Leo (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:8, p.6
9/24/2010 The public has made professional athletes bigger than life. People make it possible for athletes to make unbelievable salaries by purchasing clothing and tickets.
66 Financial Aid Office offers Live Like a Student courses
Martin--James Michael (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:6, p.4
9/17/2010 Free classes offered on personal budgeting, credit and credit cards, student loans, and identity protection. Three $500 scholarships will be awarded at the end of the semester to students enrolled.
67 UNI fuels Iowa's economy
Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.10
4/1/2010 A look at the ways in which UNI affects the economy of Iowa; photo.
68 Providing vigilant coverage for all
French--Larissa A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 106:35, p.5
2/12/2010 The current downtrend in the economy has hit the Northern Iowan. Positions have been eliminated and tough choices have to be made on what to print free of charge. News and stories affecting students are of the highest priority.
69 CEO bonuses and salaries
Uhlenkamp--Jessica Ann (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:21, p.8
11/10/2009 Huge salaries and bonuses questioned for corporate executives. Are these employees worth all this money? Government involvement in setting an employee's worth to the company is of concern.
70 U-bill, u-pay
Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:16, p.6
10/23/2009 Believes that students should be careful about accumulating too much debt.
71 UNI's 'Power of the Purse III: every penny counts' raises money for three UNI female students to purchase new interview outfits
Public Relations News Release 2009:108, p.1
10/7/2009 For the first time, Power of the Purse attendees engaged in a philanthropic project aimed toward students. Participants could contribute their loose change to piggy banks on each table. The contributions will be given to deserving women students.
72 Capitalism is not killing our planet
Davis--Ian Tyler (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 106:9, p.7
9/29/2009 Believes that capitalism inspired and fueled the industrial revolution. Without competition there is no incentive to succeed. The earth is far more resilient than man, and will outlast us.
73 Capitalism is killing our planet
Murphy--Brian Sullivan (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.5
9/25/2009 Organic produce must compete with food produced using conventional methods. Due to extra cost of producing organic foods, a higher cost is needed to make a profit. This eliminates a large share of the market on fixed incomes.
74 An All-American classic
McPheron--Kristen Jenna (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:4, p.5
9/11/2009 A perfect fitting pair of jeans is very important to college students. Prices of jeans can be excessive. It is better to have two pairs of lower priced jeans instead of one expensive pair.
75 Brad's Sports Blurb
Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 106:4, p.9
9/11/2009 Believes college athletics should not be about money and greed. Case is made that athletes receive nearly $19,000 per year in scholarships.
76 Customer service
Grayson--Adam Michael (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:50, p.4
4/17/2009 The first seven seconds of interaction at a place of business sets the tone for either repeat visits or checking the store off the list of places to shop. Good customer service; simply makes sense for any place of business.
77 Columnist concludes what is wrong with sports in the modern era
Siebring--Owen Thomas (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 105:49, p.21
4/14/2009 Top five problems in the sports world explained.
78 Baseball blues: finding the cure
Sanger--Anna Lorene (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:40, p.7
3/3/2009 Panther baseball fans urged to contribute money to save the program. Students need to go to every game, bring a friend, and get the word out about game times and locations.
79 Put on your rally caps, boys
Stout--Michael (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:39, p.10
2/27/2009 Ten suggestions for raising money to save the baseball program. Ideas are very much tongue in cheek.
80 Economy affects local night life
Tegeler--Cassie L. (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:38, p.13
2/24/2009 College students adjust to reality of paying for rent, groceries, utilities, and social activities. Business owners have noticed a decline in patrons; prompting them to have more specials. Students have added more hours to work schedule.
81 Spending diets
Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 105:31, p.3
1/30/2009 Students urged to cut spending and save money as the economy declines. Using coupons, a bring your own bottle gathering, use of shuttles, and Goodwill are all options.
82 In need of genuine hope
Becker--Mark Benedict (Class of 2009)
Northern Iowan 105:21, p.8
11/11/2008 Believes that hope must develop into something substantial if anything worthwhile is to happen; hope must lead to sustainable change.
83 Financial seminar discusses current economy
Kuster--Therese Catherine (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:19, p.1
11/4/2008 A group of professionals and professors answered questions for students and community members on the present state of the economy; photo.
84 Rowling thoroughly decimates competition
Landhuis--Travis John (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:4, p.6
9/12/2008 Author of "Harry Potter" series sues author of "Harry Potter's Lexicon" alleging the theft of seventeen years of hard work; photo.
85 Power of the Purse pursues financial education
Reeve--Emma Temple (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:3, p.1
9/9/2008 Women's Philanthropy Club to sponsor a financial seminar aimed at women. Keynote speaker is Barbara Stanny. Eight presentations will be given in addition to the keynote.
86 March is Fraud Protection Month
Northern Iowan 104:42, p.2
3/11/2008 Tips for protecting yourself against criminals trying to get money. Facebook and MySpace can be a goldmine for identity thieves. Do not post personal information.
87 Lent season and finances
Hylton--Brittany (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:32, p.7
2/5/2008 Comparison of current events and the events of the 1970's; economic concerns; photo
88 Culture Corner: Democratic decisions
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.7
10/19/2007 Constructive suggestions on the primary voting system.
89 Politics not serious anymore
Busch--Michael E. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.7
10/19/2007 Difficult to find hard policy coverage during political campaigns.
90 Live richly, spend wisely on Spring Break
Northern Iowan 103:44, p.1
3/9/2007 Cautions given for Spring Break including use of sunscreen, spending alternatives, and leaving the expensive camera at home.
91 Good credit solves a lot of problems
Carton--Rebecca R. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 103:32, p.1
1/26/2007 Credit scores important.
92 News Brief/Calendar of Events
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
10/9/2006 The Civic Discourse and Opposing Views program will discuss "Should the U.S. raise the minimum wage above $5.15 per hour?" Tuesday, October 10.
93 Debate on minimum wage to take place at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
10/4/2006 "Should the minimum wage be raised?" will be the topic of the debate in the "Civic Discourse and Opposing Views" series Tuesday, October 10.
94 Latest Local Food Guide available
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
7/17/2006 Free guide provides information about locally grown and raised produce.
95 Board of Regents to meet May 3 and 4
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
5/3/2006 Regents will meet at UNI; list of topic discussions including mandatory fees, parking fees, and budget issues.
96 Displaying our priorities
Northern Iowan 102:51, p.7
4/14/2006 Teacher salaries are used as an indicator of the countries lack of commitment toward education.
97 Dreams of debt relief Powerball style
Meinecke--Heather (Student--2003)
Northern Iowan 102:40, p.7
2/24/2006 Reflects on what could be done with a $365 million lottery jackpot.
98 Cedar Falls keeps UNI central in future business plans
McCue--Timothy M. (Student--2003)
Northern Iowan 102:38, p.4
2/17/2006 UNI important to economy of Cedar Falls.
99 Managing credit cards involves budgeting
Ryan--Crystal L. (Class of 2006)
Northern Iowan 102:38, p.11
2/17/2006 Credit cards can be helpful, but students should be aware of interest rates and managing debt; photo.
100 Budgeting important skill to start college
Schissel--Adam (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 102:34, p.10
2/3/2006 Students need to learn valuable budgeting skills that will stay with them for life; photo.

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