Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG)

Displaying 301 - 350 of 1598 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
301	NISG to host runoff election after no ticket gains majority Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1	03/02/2012	Bancroft-Smith/White and Burns/Thompson tickets will be on the ballot for runoff election; photo.
302	David Pope for Social and Behavioral Sciences senator Northern Iowan 108:40, p.5	02/28/2012	Students urged to support David Pope in the upcoming Northern Iowa Student Government elections.
303	Budget talks require communication, not blame Northern Iowan 108:39, p.4	02/24/2012	Communication among the administration, faculty, students, and the Cedar Valley is needed during this time of restructuring. People need to know what the plans are for the future. More input has been requested by several parties.
304	Proud supporter of Kyle and Brendan Northern Iowan 108:39, p.4	02/24/2012	Support expressed for Kyle Burns and Brendan Thompson. Author believes that NISG needs to be fixed from the outside.
305	Give students a voice Northern Iowan 108:39, p.4	02/24/2012	Certain colleges still lack representation in the NISG. It is too late to get your name on the ballot, but a write-in campaign is still possible.
306	Campaigning continues with presidential debate Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1	02/24/2012	Three slates of candidates are vying for the position of president and vice president of the student body. Maucker Union coffeehouse was the site of the debate; photo.
307	Funding debate sparks reform Northern Iowan 108:36, p.1	02/14/2012	Precedent and interpretation entered into the denial of funding for the Colleges Against Cancer. Concerns expressed that funding be requested more than once by a single organization.
308	Campaigning abroad Northern Iowan 108:35, p.4	02/10/2012	Students studying abroad face major hurdles if running for office in the Northern Iowa Student Government. Getting on the ballot is very challenging.
309	Complacent senate finally shows signs of life Northern Iowan 108:35, p.4	02/10/2012	Editorial board takes the Northern Iowa Student Government senate to task. Poor attendance has resulted in cancelled committee meetings. "Buttongate" may have started a fire among the senators.
310	Updates on the NISG lower cabinet Northern Iowan 108:34, p.6	02/07/2012	NISG president explains the work of cabinet members.
311	All-expense paid trips source of controversy Northern Iowan 108:34, p.4	02/07/2012	Mitch Lingo believes that invitations from the athletic department to the president and vice-president of NISG should be considered lobbying. The NCAA and MVC pay for the all expenses paid trips.
312	Challenge your potential president Northern Iowan 108:33, p.4	02/03/2012	Students urged to ask tough questions of those running for NISG president. Would you trust them with your wallet? Ask them to come to your organization and answer questions. Ask their friends why they support the candidate.
313	'Buttongate' debate questions role of precedent Northern Iowan 108:33, p.1	02/03/2012	A request to fund buttons by the Black Student Union led to a heated debate in NISG. Previously other organizations had been turned down with such requests. Plans are for a look at changing policy.
314	General elections on the horizon Northern Iowan 108:33, p.1	02/03/2012	Northern Iowa Student Government adjusts to changes in the length of the campaign period and a reduction in the number of senators; photo.
315	Speak up on behalf of your university Northern Iowan 108:32, p.4	01/31/2012	Believes that students, parents, grandparents, and the general population need to let their voices be heard in Des Moines and Washington, D. C. concerning the ever increasing costs of education.
316	Positive feedback may keep NYT on campus Northern Iowan 108:32, p.1	01/31/2012	Northern Iowa Student Government is seeking funding to keep the New York Times available on campus. Students and professors have provided positive feedback.
317	NISG's exciting upcoming plans Northern Iowan 108:30, p.5	01/24/2012	Sturdy suggestion boxes, officers available during lunch on Mondays, Panther Points, increased lobbying efforts, improving the NISG website, and UNIty Week are some of the exciting events planned for spring semester; photo.
318	Sissy Allen gives final performance at Oster Regent Northern Iowan 108:29, p.6	01/20/2012	Nonprofit group, now associated with NISG, donates funds from the last session of "Sissy's Sircus" to the Oster Theatre; photo.
319	An update on NISG Northern Iowan 108:29, p.4	01/20/2012	Free copies of the New York Times are being provided on a trial basis. The response has been positive from students and professors alike. Lighting issues on campus have been addressed; photo.
320	Student service fee Northern Iowan 108:28, p.4	01/13/2012	Former student and NISG senator urges the end of all-expenses paid trips to away football games, NCAA tournament games, and MVC tournaments in St. Louis.
321	Tuition: enough is enough Northern Iowan 108:28, p.4	01/13/2012	Students, faculty, staff, and parents urged to contact their local legislators and ensure that voices are heard concerning the never ending increases in the cost of education.
322	Nationwide emergency alert test exposes problems for KULT Northern Iowan 108:23, p.1	11/15/2011	Dot matrix printer at KULT does not have the ability to print EAS test logs properly. If not corrected, this problem could result in a fine of $30,000. Funding will be sought from student government; photo.
323	Robots take over Cleveland Northern Iowan 108:22, p.9	11/11/2011	UNI Robotics Team attends and competes in the 2011 Annual Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering Conference. Robot gathers ping pong balls, sorts by color, and distributes in five minutes; photo.
324	Pricing of pop differs from campus to campus Northern Iowan 108:21, p.3	11/08/2011	Ken Connelly noticed a drastic price difference in soda on a trip to Virginia Tech. Difference can be explained by Pepsi being the exclusive provider on campus; providing scholarship dollars to the University; photo.
325	Can we compromise, please? Northern Iowan 108:21, p.5	11/08/2011	Shuttle transportation after 5PM urged for those who study, use computer labs, or practice late in the day. Shuttles at 10PM twice a week would be a start.
326	New York Times coming to campus Northern Iowan 108:19, p.1	11/01/2011	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.
327	Student leaders support proposed tuition increase, call for change Northern Iowan 108:19, p.1	11/01/2011	Student body presidents address the Board of Regents on ever increasing tuition costs. Students believe that we are at a turning point. The cost of education cannot continue to increase; photo.
328	UNI STAND rallies for moment of silence Northern Iowan 108:19, p.6	11/01/2011	Declining to allow a request for a moment of silence for those killed in the Congo by the Athletic Department has led to demonstrations at recent football games. The group does not accept the explanation given for not allowing the request.
329	NISG A snake biting its own tail Northern Iowan 108:18, p.4	10/28/2011	The debate on proposed tuition increases in the Northern Iowa Student Government senate resulted in an undesirable final resolution. Senators expressed the opinion that their input did not matter to the Board of Regents. Amendments were not debated.
330	Increasing our tuition without our permission Northern Iowan 108:17, p.4	10/25/2011	Finds it ironic that the NISG resolution supporting a 3.75% increase in tuition was still in the office; waiting to be mailed on October 24th. The Board of Regents announced on the 21st that they were proposing the same rate.
331	NISG passes tuition increase resolution Northern Iowan 108:17, p.3	10/25/2011	Discussion on a proposed bill to support a tuition increase was heated at times. There were several senators on both sides of the issue. In the end, the resolution was adopted.
332	Senate to vote on tuition increase resolution Northern Iowan 108:15, p.2	10/18/2011	Northern Iowa Student Government senate will vote to support the proposed 3.75% increase in tuition for the 2012-2013 academic year. This increase was proposed by the Board of Regents and supported by President Allen.
333	News in Photos Northern Iowan 108:12, p.2	10/07/2011	Scenes from the Panther Pride Picnic, held at the Campanile Plaza; photo.
334	Film looks at life of American Muslims Northern Iowan 108:11, p.6	10/04/2011	"Mooz-lum" was screened as part of this year's "Reaching for Higher Ground" series. The movie is the story of a young Muslim's journey through public school, madrassa, his parents' divorce, and 9/11.
335	Stop the cuts Northern Iowan 108:10, p.3	09/30/2011	Students urged to contact legislators concerning the seemingly never ending cuts to education funding. Students now contribute more toward their education than does that state. Take advantage of all the available programs.
336	UNI rededicates Sabin Northern Iowan 108:9, p.1	09/27/2011	Sabin Hall reopened in January of 2011 after two years of reconstruction. The building is LEED certified at the silver level for its environmental design. Sabin Hall is a work of pride; photo.
337	UNI says farewell to Dean Jon Buse Northern Iowan 108:8, p.1	09/23/2011	Dean of Students announces his resignation effective in December. He will become the Dean of Students at Kirkwood College.
338	News in Photos Northern Iowan 108:8, p.2	09/23/2011	Gretta Berghammer led several playful games with members of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
339	Skateboarding policy suspended Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1	09/16/2011	A temporary suspension of the ban on skateboarding on campus has been put into effect. Students will continue to be ticketed if they are damaging property or injuring people.
340	State relations officer resigns Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1	09/16/2011	Joe Murphy will be joining the private sector after three years of service to the University and the Board of Regents. Murphy is a former president of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
341	What NISG's been doing for YOU Northern Iowan 108:5, p.4	09/13/2011	The new column, "From the President's Desk" was started. NISG has passed a resolution to resurface the pedestrian bridge over Hudson Road. NISG is now working more with student organizations. Public Safety recently has allowed skate boards on campus.
342	9/11 victims to be commemorated with flag planting ceremony Northern Iowan 108:4, p.1	09/09/2011	Lawther Field will be the scene on Sunday, September 11, of memories of the tragic event of ten years ago. Flags will be placed for each person killed during the terrorist attacks. Moments of silence will be observed at the times of the attacks.
343	Skateboarding policy under review Northern Iowan 108:4, p.1	09/09/2011	Skateboarding is not allowed on campus. This policy took effect six years ago. Some have continued to skateboard and have been taken into custody and fined. Dave Zarifis is reviewing the policy.
344	Stop living in a suitcase Northern Iowan 108:3, p.4	09/02/2011	Students urged to stay on campus during the weekends. It is much easier to make friends and gain from the total university experience.
345	From the president's desk Northern Iowan 108:1, p.8	08/26/2011	Spencer Walrath greets new and returning students. Students are encouraged to get involved with campus activities. Northern Iowa Student Government is here to serve the students; photo.
346	Two UNI colleges to merge this week Northern Iowan 107:58, p.1	07/01/2011	The College of Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts will join to create the College of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences on July 1, 2011. Joel Haack will serve as Dean; photo.
347	Don't stop now Northern Iowan 107:54, p.8	04/29/2011	Notes improvements in Northern Iowa Student Government noted; believes there is work still to be done: improve the election commission, find a new way to promote the election process, and make it easier to run for office.
348	Welcome Students Northern Iowan 107:54, p.	04/29/2011	Spencer Walrath and Ian Goldsmith, president and vice president of Northern Iowa Student Government, send a personal greeting to students. Suggestions for activities and information on NISG.
349	Thank you Northern Iowan 107:54, p.8	04/29/2011	Executive editor of the Northern Iowan reflects on the changes in the paper over the past year. Thank yous are shared with his editors, NISG officers, and the administration. Improvements noted.
350	Meet your student representatives Northern Iowan 107:54, p.	04/29/2011	Northern Iowa Student Government representatives, their offices, and areas of representation; photo.