Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG)
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| # | Title | Date | Summary |
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| 251 | New senate rejects 2 of 4 executive branch candidates Northern Iowan 109:48, p.1 |
The Northern Iowa Student Government's new president and vice-president, Tom Madsen and Blake Findley, appointed executive directors for NISG. The newly elected senators questioned the appointees. Two of the four appointees did not receive enough votes. | |
| 252 | NISG brings Iowa state legislators to UNI Public Relations News Release 2012:265, p.1 |
Northern Iowa student government will hold a legislative forum presented by a panel of Iowa state legislators. This event is free and open to the public. | |
| 253 | NISG finalizes 2013-14 budget Northern Iowan 109:47, p.1 |
The Northern Iowa Student Government has finalized the budget for the 2013-14 school year. Funds are down due to a decrease in enrollment. Many student organizations' funding requests have been considered in the budget. | |
| 254 | Apathy is the name of the game Northern Iowan 109:40, p.4 |
Student Blake Ruane voices his opinion on the lack of voters for the NISG elections. He thinks that more students should become involved because the students elected are representing the whole student body in important decisions. | |
| 255 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 109:37, p.1 |
Several students respond to the question: "What are you looking for in the next Northern Iowa Student Government president and vice president?". | |
| 256 | The pundits and trolls are getting old Northern Iowan 109:37, p.3 |
The author feels that anonymous twitter accounts such as @Panther_Pundit and @NISGtroll are getting a little out of hand. The authors of these accounts are making bold and somewhat rude claims about the student body presidential election. | |
| 257 | Meet the candidates for NISG president and vice president Northern Iowan 109:36, p.1 |
Photograph, website, and Facebook information for each candidate for president and vice president of Northern Iowa Student Government; photo. | |
| 258 | Northern Iowa Student Government annual budgetary process Northern Iowan 109:36, p.3 |
Reminder that NISG applications are available. | |
| 259 | Why I'm voting for Tom and Blake Northern Iowan 109:35, p.5 |
Ian Goldsmith voices the reasons why he feels Tom Madsen and Blake Findley are the most qualified to take over the position of student body president and vice president. He feels they have experience that has prepared them for office. | |
| 260 | Why I'm voting for KaLeigh and Alicia Northern Iowan 109:35, p.4 |
Student Chris Miller voices his support for student body presidential candidates KaLeigh and Alicia. He feels they have already done a lot to improve UNI and will continue to do this if elected. | |
| 261 | UNI gathers at Iowa Capitol Northern Iowan 109:35, p.1 |
UNI students, staff, and alumni joined the first ever "UNI Day" in Des Moines, Iowa. They shared UNI's story with legislators and expressed the importance of UNI; photo. | |
| 262 | NISG debates procedure on funding bills Northern Iowan 109:30, p.1 |
Northern Iowa Student Government defeated a bill that would have eliminated the second reading of funding bills under $1000, on a vote of three to twelve. | |
| 263 | 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. | |
| 264 | Mandatory information meetings for the Northern Iowa Student Government annual budgetary process Northern Iowan 109:28, p.3 |
Mandatory informational meetings for student organizations to be held January 22 and 23 from 6:00-7:00 pm in the State College Room of the Maucker Union. | |
| 265 | NISG votes in support of gradual student teaching fee increase Northern Iowan 109:26, p.1 |
Northern Iowa Student Government votes in support of gradually increasing fees starting in fall 2013. Change in state requirements, no income during student teaching, and sudden announcement of increase are reasons for passage of resolution. | |
| 266 | LGBT Center committee responds to anti-Center campus posters Northern Iowan 109:20, p.6 |
Student responds to anti-LGBT letters posted on campus and social media. Addresses the need for an LGBT Center to educate the campus community. | |
| 267 | Angry? Talk to your NISG senators Northern Iowan 109:19, p.7 |
Summary of letters posted against the formation of an LGBT center. Students encouraged to share concerns with their NISG senators. URL given to find list of NISG senators online. | |
| 268 | NISG votes against resolution supporting tuition freeze Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1 |
Board of Regents held a meeting to discuss risk in supporting tuition freeze. Concerns raised regarding whether or not UNI would get additional financial assistance. | |
| 269 | Get ready to vote and get to know local candidates Northern Iowan 109:15, p.3 |
Information on upcoming election dates and candidates. Brief summaries of each candidate's platform. | |
| 270 | LGBT Suicide and Hate Crime Vigil Northern Iowan 109:14, p.9 |
UNI Proud sponsors vigil for fight against hate and injustice. | |
| 271 | UNI Proud's Annual Homecoming Out Week! Northern Iowan 109:14, p.5 |
Schedule of UNI Proud events for Homecoming 2012 | |
| 272 | 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. | |
| 273 | 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 | |
| 274 | Voting: it starts with a whisper Northern Iowan 109:12, p.4 |
Encourages students to vote in the upcoming election. Voting is a sacred right that dates back to the early days; is an outlet to get your voice and ideas heard ; every vote makes a difference. | |
| 275 | VoterPalooza helps students register to vote, educates them about candidates Northern Iowan 109:9, p.1 |
NISG hosted VoterPalooza on September 20 at Lawther Field. Various student organizations were represented at the event; photo | |
| 276 | The University of Northern Iowa's student government to host VoterPalooza Public Relations News Release 2012:65, p.1 |
UNI's Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) will host VoterPalooza. Students will have the opportunity to register to vote, learn about candidates, and get more information about election season. | |
| 277 | A look into the UNI Faculty Senate Northern Iowan 109:6, p.1 |
The role of the Faculty Senate examined: what does the senate do, how was it created, and what is the chair of the faculty senate. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend senate meetings. | |
| 278 | Be an informed voter Northern Iowan 109:5, p.4 |
Take time to determine what really matters to you in the upcoming election. Are education, women's rights, or international problems high on your agenda? Examine Web sites, newspapers, and voting records of candidates. Young people need to vote; photo. | |
| 279 | SIAC changes to SIC Northern Iowan 109:5, p.2 |
Change eliminates confusion with the acronym. The Student Involvement Center covers fraternities, sororities, NISG, and leadership and service programming. | |
| 280 | From the president's desk Northern Iowan 109:4, p.4 |
Student body president updates faculty, staff, and students on his activities during the summer and the first weeks of the fall semester. | |
| 281 | Nov. 6: Mark the date Northern Iowan 109:2, p.7 |
Students urged to vote on November 6. Study the candidates and the issues. Remember elected officials make daily decisions that have an effect on our lives. VOTE !!! | |
| 282 | 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. | |
| 283 | More than 300 organizations = endless opportunities Northern Iowan 108:54, p. |
Web site for list of student organizations. Categories noted; photo. | |
| 284 | What is the world is the Northern Iowa Student Government? Northern Iowan 108:54, p. |
Students are elected to positions to represent the students in university and non-university matters. The group promotes activities that are in the best interest of students. | |
| 285 | Stewart and Anderson receive Lux Service Award Northern Iowan 108:54, p.1 |
Ashley Stewart and Joel Anderson received the Lux Service Award, the highest honor bestowed on undergraduates at UNI. The award recognizes those who have outstanding records of service to the university; photo. | |
| 286 | Swap 'til you drop for Earth Month Northern Iowan 108:54, p.7 |
Students donating clothing items allowed to choose the same number of items during the first clothing swap. The slogan for the event was; "Reduce, Revamp, Rewear"; photo. | |
| 287 | Hello new Panthers ! Northern Iowan 108:54, p. |
Greetings from the president and vice-president of the student body; photo. | |
| 288 | My final corny yet meaningful message Northern Iowan 108:51, p.5 |
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. | |
| 289 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 108:50, p.7 |
Scenes from the Panther Bash, sponsored by the Northern Iowa Student Government | |
| 290 | Changing of the guard Northern Iowan 108:50, p.1 |
Newly elected senate and executive branch of the Northern Iowa Student Government sworn into office; photo. | |
| 291 | NISG speaker of senate election deemed invalid Northern Iowan 108:49, p.4 |
Last week's election of Jared Parker as speaker of the senate went against Roberts Rules of Order. Parker consulted with the NISG advisor, other candidates, and members of the senate. | |
| 292 | Parker named speaker of senate Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.3 |
Following a vote to suspend the bylaws, Jared Parker was elected by a one vote margin. The suspension resulted when none of the three candidates received a simple majority; photo. | |
| 293 | Letter to the Editor Northern Iowan 108:47, p.5 |
Students thanked for their patience and understanding during the election campaign. Students urged to take it one step further and stay informed by attending open meetings of student government. | |
| 294 | Students unite to advocate higher ed funding at capitol Northern Iowan 108:47, p.1 |
Budget cuts at UNI were the topic of discussions between legislators and students. Spencer Walrath addressed the press conference in the Iowa capitol; photo. | |
| 295 | The 'Race' Race Northern Iowan 108:47, p.5 |
Believes that diversity is often discussed, but currently is not embraced. Progress has been made in bringing minorities to campus, but inclusion seems to be another matter; photo, | |
| 296 | UNI student body elects leaders for the 2012-2013 school year Public Relations News Release 2011:228, p.1 |
Jordan Bancroft-Smithe will be the new NISG president with KaLeigh White serving as the vice president. | |
| 297 | UNI debuts UNIty Week Public Relations News Release 2011:226, p.1 |
To celebrate diversity and community UNI will be hosting UNIty Week. | |
| 298 | Jordan and KaLeigh win runoff election Northern Iowan 108:43, p.3 |
Jordan Bancroft-Smithe and KaLeigh White are the newly elected leaders of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo. | |
| 299 | Meditations on the NISG masked vigilante Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4 |
The source of 225 tweets between February 10 and March 7 has not been identified. The tweets dealt with the NISG elections and the results. | |
| 300 | NISG to host runoff election after no ticket gains majority Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1 |
Bancroft-Smith/White and Burns/Thompson tickets will be on the ballot for runoff election; photo. |