Roberts--Ronald Edward [Sociology Faculty]

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Women's and Gender Studies Program to host Women's History Month Northern Iowan 107:40, p.1	03/01/2011	Annual open house will be held this week. The group activities this month will be dedicated to Susan Allbee. A memorial will be held in the Sabin Hall foyer with a reception following the ceremony.
2	UNI to host open house for Women's History Month. Public Relations News Release 2010:228, p.1	02/21/2011	The Women's and Gender Studies program will celebrate with an open house and tours of its new facility.
3	Willing to fight for Bush? Northern Iowan 101:11, p.8	10/05/2004	Urges students to support the peace movement regarding the war in Iraq.
4	Kerry makes caucus comeback; Edwards takes second, Dean third Northern Iowan 100:30, p.1	01/23/2004	Senator John Kerry wins the Iowa caucuses with a near-record number of Iowans (122,000) turning out; photo.
5	Professor's take on Bush's intentions Northern Iowan 99:40, p.10	02/28/2003	Professor Ron Roberts disagrees with a possible military conflict in Iraq.
6	Retiring long-term employees recognized Campus News Network 11:19, p.1	05/01/2001	Thirty-nine retirees recognized at UNI's 43rd Annual Recognition Breakfast.
7	Long-term employees retiring from the University of Northern Iowa to be recognized Saturday, April 28 Public Relations News Release 2000:383, p.1	04/20/2001	List of thirty-nine employees who have retired or will be retiring from the university in the 2000-01 fiscal year.
8	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 11:15, p.	02/20/2001	Publishes second edition of book "Ordinary Ghosts".
9	Understanding child abusers Public Relations News Release 2000:247, p.1	02/19/2001	Professor Ron Roberts, along with a colleague, is conducting a study of shaken baby perpetrators.
10	Labor unions only protection for 'working class stiffs' Northern Iowan 97:36, p.8	02/09/2001	Comments on the need for labor unions in the United States.
11	Child abuse Public Relations News Release 2000:229, p.1	02/01/2001	Two UNI professors will be studying shaken baby perpetrators to investigate their personalities.
12	Biblical dogma full of holes Northern Iowan 97:31, p.8	01/23/2001	Believes that science is superior to religion.
13	How the Grinch stole the politically correct Northern Iowan 97:26, p.8	12/01/2000	Discusses the use of politically correct language.
14	My Right Wing Cousin Vinnie Northern Iowan 97:10, p.9	09/29/2000	Discusses the political differences between family members.
15	University of No Iowa?: Faculty member reminisces about first years at UNI Northern Iowan 97:7, p.9	09/19/2000	Professor Roberts discusses first experiences as a new teacher at UNI in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
16	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 10:21, p.	07/03/2000	Ron Roberts received a grant for his shaken baby research project.
17	Students turn up heat against sweatshop labor Northern Iowan 96:26, p.1	12/03/1999	Recent visit by Charles Kernaghan sparked UNI Amnesty International to start a campus chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops. Sociology professors will co-teach a class on sweatshop labor next spring; photo.
18	UNI professor 'will teach for food' Northern Iowan 96:15, p.13	10/19/1999	Profile of Professor Ron Roberts; photo.
19	Female coal miners gathering in Iowa this weekend Public Relations News Release 1998:421, p.1	06/17/1999	Ron Roberts has researched and written a book about women coal miners. Conference will be held in Des Moines this weekend.
20	Remembering the Jonestown massacre 20 years later Public Relations News Release 1998:146, p.1	11/12/1998	Ron Roberts, UNI professor of Sociology, discusses the Jonestown cult and massacre, and leader Jim Jones.
21	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 9:6, p.	10/26/1998	Was selected to give keynote address to Michigan Sociological Association.
22	Ron Roberts and Carol Cook-Roberts Campus News Network 9:6, p.Insert 1	10/26/1998	Published book on women activists.
23	Swoosh: there goes critical thinking Northern Iowan 94:42, p.7	03/06/1998	Professor Ron Roberts responds to Northern Iowan article on Nike's labor problems in Asia.
24	Jaquith, proposal deserve common respect Northern Iowan 94:24, p.9	11/21/1997	Believes Elaine Jaquith's claims; proposal should be treated with open mind.
25	No evidence of "group eroticism" in UNI classes?; porno running amuck at UNI? Northern Iowan 94:21, p.8	11/11/1997	Satiric view on Jaquith proposal.
26	Worshiping the king 20 years after his death. Public Relations News Release 1996:481, p.1	08/05/1997	Professor Roberts discuses the fame and life of Elvis Presley.
27	Faculty receive Regents awards for faculty excellence Northern Iowa Today 24:2, p.8	09/01/1996	Professors Roy Behrens, Roger Hanson, Tony McAdams, Donna Maier, Donna Raschke, and Ron Roberts honored.
28	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 6:21, p.3	07/29/1996	Published articles on Welsh-American Josephites and John L. Lewis.
29	Exemplary behavior Public Relations News Release 1995:452, p.1	07/08/1996	Twenty faculty members from the Regents institutions received the Regents Award for Faculty Excellence.
30	UNI faculty members receive Regents recognition Campus News Network 6:20, p.4	07/08/1996	Six UNI faculty members were presented awards for excellence in teaching.
31	Exemplary behavior Public Relations News Release 1995:452, p.1	06/24/1996	The Iowa State Board of Regents selected twenty faculty members from the state's four Regents schools as winners of the Regents Award for Faculty Excellence.
32	1996 faculty excellence awards presented by Iowa State Board of Regents Public Relations News Release 1995:438, p.1	06/18/1996	Twenty faculty members selected from the state universities, the Iowa School for the Deaf, and the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School received the Regents Award for Faculty Excellence.
33	Twenty-five years at UNI Campus News Network 5:22, p.2	08/21/1995	Thirteen faculty members were honored by Waterloo Chamber of Commerce for twenty-five years in the education field.
34	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 5:18, p.	05/30/1995	Ron Roberts co-presented paper on herbal medicines and health in nineteenth century mining towns at conference.
35	'Racists can go to hell with my compliments,' says Roberts Northern Edition 3:4, p.4	02/08/1995	Professor Ron Roberts offers further comments on "The Bell Curve".
36	Valentine's Day wishes Northern Edition 3:4, p.18	02/08/1995	Students tell what they want for Valentine's Day; photo.
37	Two UNI professors spend summer in Syria and Kuwait Northern Iowan 91:14, p.2	10/11/1994	Susan Koch and Ron Roberts discuss impressions of trip to Middle East.
38	Conflict Resolution Certificate Program to be inaugurated at University of Northern Iowa, September 22. Public Relations News Release 1994:55, p.1	09/19/1994	Greg Buntz will give the keynote address during the Conflict Resolution Program.
39	Sources Public Relations News Release 1993:666, p.1	07/25/1994	Topics for discussion this week include; Haiti and faculty insights into Syria and Kuwait.
40	Students win "great victory"; Faculty Senate approves policy for outside of class exams Northern Iowan 90:48, p.1	04/01/1994	Requires all classes with outside examinations to be listed as such in registration book.
41	Professional leaves announced Campus News Network 4:14, p.1	03/14/1994	Fall, spring, and academic year leaves are announced for 1994-1995.
42	UNI professors to study in Middle East Northern Iowan 90:43, p.3	03/08/1994	Susan Koch and Ron Roberts will participate in Mahone Fellows Program; photo.
43	Two University of Northern Iowa faculty among Malone Fellows to study in Kuwait and Syria Public Relations News Release 1993:388, p.1	03/01/1994	Susan Koch and Ronald Roberts have been named Joseph J. Malone Faculty Fellows and will participate in Arab and Islamic studies in Kuwait and Syria.
44	UNI faculty chosen to study in Kuwait, Syria Northern Iowa Today 22:1, p.4	03/01/1994	Professors Susan Koch and Ron Roberts selected; photo.
45	Koch, Roberts selected to study Kuwait and Syria Campus News Network 4:13, p.1	02/28/1994	Susan Koch and Ron Roberts will study in Kuwait and Syria after being named Joseph J. Malone Faculty Fellows; photo.
46	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 4:1, p.4	08/30/1993	Ron Roberts compiled his work and the essays of his Presidential Scholars seminar students into book called "Iowa's Ethnic Roots".
47	Topic of Discussion Sources Public Relations News Release 1993:13, p.1	08/23/1993	Iowa's ethnic roots and the long term impact of river flooding are topics for discussion this week.
48	University of Northern Iowa professor, students produce "Iowa's Ethnic Roots" book Public Relations News Release 1992:773, p.1	07/27/1993	Ron Roberts and 13 Presidential Scholars have written a book entitled " Iowa's Ethnic Roots". Students listed.
49	Clashing cultures. Public Relations News Release 1992:729, p.1	06/28/1993	Ron Roberts chronicles cases of Iowa's ethnic diversity and early cross-cultural confrontations.
50	Vote "Yes" for ERA on Nov. 3 Northern Iowan 89:15, p.2	10/20/1992	Professor Roberts supports ERA.
51	First CROW forum scheduled for Monday, October 5 at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1992:81, p.1	09/23/1992	Speakers announced for six CROW forums for 1992.
52	Media Advisory Public Relations News Release 1992:66, p.1	09/15/1992	List of known speakers at UNI for fall semester is released to the media.
53	UNI Hemp refutes bad reputation Northern Iowan 88:62, p.1	07/17/1992	Darin Stumme points out potential uses for hemp.
54	Mini-grants provide for multicultural and gender diverse studies Campus News Network 2:17, p.1	05/04/1992	Roster of faculty awarded mini-grants.
55	Shades of the sixties? Public Relations News Release 1991:594, p.1	04/27/1992	Activism is returning to the college campus scene according to Ron Roberts.
56	Shade of the sixties. Public Relations News Release 1991:471, p.1	03/16/1992	Ron Roberts reports that college students leaning toward the left could be a factor in this year's election, if students go to the polls.
57	Northern Iowa sources for this week's topics in the news. Public Relations News Release 1991:343, p.1	01/27/1992	Faculty available to provide further information on ethics, liberals in college, small school survival, and abortion are announced.
58	Northern Iowa sources for this week/s topics in the news Public Relations News Release 1991:320, p.1	01/13/1992	Faculty members available to give more information on current news topics are listed.
59	Jedlicka named 1992 Distinguished Scholar by University of Northern Iowa Graduate Council Public Relations News Release 1991:314, p.1	01/09/1992	Graduate Council announces Allen Jedlicka as the 1992-93 Distinguished Scholar.
60	Waging peace: Northern Iowa professors publish book on peace studies Northern Iowa Today 75:2, p.24	01/01/1992	Tom Keefe and Ron Roberts publish "Realizing Peace".
61	Recently published book, written by UNI professors, argues that peacemaking is learned Northern Iowan 88:3, p.5	09/10/1991	Professors Roberts and Keefe offer views on war and peace and human capacities for each; photo.
62	Ron Roberts Campus News Network 11:15, p.Insert 1	09/03/1991	Publishes book Realizing Peace.
63	Learning to "wage peace" subject of book published by University of Northern Iowa professors Public Relations News Release 1991:5, p.1	08/20/1991	"Realizing Peace" is the title of a new book written by Professors Keefe and Roberts. It is billed as an introduction to peace studies.
64	Roberts dedicated to the teaching of sociology Northern Iowan 87:62, p.1	07/12/1991	Profile of Professor Ron Roberts.
65	Peace studies---an emerging trend on college campuses? Public Relations News Release 1990:591, p.1	05/27/1991	Many college students are interested in non-violent actions to create change.
66	Teach-in for peace held two hours before outbreak of war Northern Iowan 87:30, p.5	01/18/1991	Peace sessions meant to educate students about Persian Gulf conflict and alternatives for peace. Sessions ended two hours before attacks began on Iraq; photo.
67	Persian Gulf crisis Public Relations News Release 1990:296, p.1	01/17/1991	UNI has provided a roster of source people and topics concerning the Persian Gulf crisis.
68	Biologist Nixon Wilson named 1991 Distinguished Scholar Campus News Network 1:8, p.1	12/10/1990	Noted for his work on insects; other nominees listed.
69	Biologist Nixon Wilson named 1991 Distinguished Scholar by University of Northern Iowa Graduate College; Will pursue research on fleas, ticks Public Relations News Release 1990:233, p.1	12/03/1990	UNI Graduate College names Distinguished Scholar.
70	Opinions page criticized Northern Iowan 86:11, p.2	10/10/1989	Gerald Baker points out gains and achievements of those who were students in the 1960s.
71	'80s generation pitied Northern Iowan 86:8, p.2	09/29/1989	Believes Mr. Holloway should be better informed.
72	Holloway "dead on" in assessment of '60s Northern Iowan 86:8, p.2	09/29/1989	Believes Mr. Holloway is correct, despite of what Professor Roberts thinks.
73	NI out harolds Robert's Harod Northern Iowan 86:8, p.2	09/29/1989	Professor Roberts points out typographical error in previous letter.
74	Roberts recreates past Northern Iowan 86:8, p.5	09/29/1989	Professor Roberts talks about Lucas, Iowa, and coal mining.
75	Professor refutes Holloway's arguments Northern Iowan 86:6, p.2	09/22/1989	Professor Roberts presents his point of view on the 1960s and on Mr. Holloway's perceptions.
76	University of Northern Iowa professor digs up fascinating facts about early coal mining community in southern Iowa. Public Relations News Release 1989:77, p.1	09/18/1989	The tiny twon of Lucas (pop. 292) in the southern Iowa county carries the dubious distinction of producing the man "Time" magazine named the "second most hated man in America", in 1943, next to Adolf Hitler. Jonh L. Lewis, an influential labor ogranizer.
77	Iowa's rich coal mining heritage -- gone but not forgotten. Public Relations News Release 1989:26, p.1	09/04/1989	Ron Roberts says life in coal towns wasn't easy, and says working in the mines was a dangerous way to make a meager living. One of the most interesting aspects of coal mining was the influx of black miners who were often call in to strikes.
78	Woodstock's 20th anniversary -- hype or happenstance? Public Relations News Release 1989:603, p.1	08/14/1989	Ron Roberts says the nostalgia associated with Woodstock is based on selective perception. While many believe there can never be another event like it, he disagrees.
79	"Nostalgia about Woodstock is based on 'selective perception'": University of Northern Iowa sociology professor. Public Relations News Release 1989:604, p.1	08/10/1989	Don Roberts says " Kids today don't realize the extent of the anger ( felt then), or what it felt like when you got your draft card and didn't know if you'd be alive next year." "I don't see much difference in young people's attitudes toward authority.
80	Regents approve Professional Development Leaves for 23 Northern Iowa faculty. Public Relations News Release 1988:236, p.1	01/11/1989	Thirteen leaves planned for the fall semester, six for the sping semster and four for the academic year.
81	Finance major/dept. passes; after Faculty Senate debate Northern Iowan 85:27, p.1	12/02/1988	Department of Finance will be formed from Department of Information Management; some senators object to the process; some senators also have reservations about the search for a new Provost.
82	'Twenty Years of Historical Prespective' to be topic of Northern Iowa's history lecture series, Wednesday (Nov. 9) Public Relations News Release 1988:138, p.1	11/03/1988	Looking back at the events of the last 20 years will be the focus of the next lecture series. Lecture will use 1968 as a year to view the decade of the 1960s with all of its social, economic and political ramifications.
83	Regional development issues symposium held in Maucker Union Public Relations News Release 1987:335, p.1	03/31/1988	Experts from across Europe and the United States join for a regional development symposium held in Maucker Union. The event is sponsored by the Department of Geography, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and the Office of International Studies.
84	North courier, UNI professor debate Contra involvement Northern Iowan 84:26, p.1	11/24/1987	Robert Owen and Ron Roberts air views; photo.
85	Owen, Roberts to debate Oxford-style Thursday Northern Iowan 84:24, p.11	11/17/1987	Professor Roberts will debate Robert Owen on Nicaragua.
86	Oliver Northern courier Robert Owen to speak at UNI Nov. 19 (Thursday) Public Relations News Release 1987:129, p.1	11/10/1987	Professor Ron Roberts engages in debate with Robert Owen, the senate aide responsible for delivering funds to Nicaraguan rebel forces. The debate focuses on the Reagan's involvement with Nicaragua, and is sponsored by the University Speakers Committee.
87	Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs Public Relations News Release 1987:51, p.1	09/22/1987	Michael Sonnleitner explains the terms of a new arms reduction pact. Barbara Jones explains how libraries impact economic development. Ron Roberts examines Iowan stereotypes. Judith Krug speaks on censorship. Gaylon Halverson explains new tax laws.
88	Freedom fighters 'kill with U.S. tax dollars' Northern Iowan 83:19, p.2	10/31/1986	Feels David Nagle, who is opposed to the Contras, should be elected to Congress instead of John McIntee.
89	Poster controversy continues as panel discusses implications Northern Iowan 82:55, p.1	05/02/1986	Faculty panel discusses propriety of wrestling team poster.
90	Involvement in Central America Northern Iowan 82:53, p.14	04/25/1986	Panel discusses US role in Central America as part of peace day activities; photo.
91	UNI wrestling poster creates controversy Northern Iowan 82:53, p.1	04/25/1986	Some object to the portrayal of the wrestling team in military uniforms; others dislike the inclusion of a women in the poster; photo.
92	Apartheid protested by students Friday Northern Iowan 82:48, p.1	04/08/1986	Sello Rasethaba, a native of South Africa, discusses the apartheid situation in South Africa; photo.
93	Author exorcises hometown ghosts Northern Iowan 82:41, p.12	03/07/1986	Professor Ron Roberts writes a book describing life in his home town of Lucas, Iowa; photo.
94	Homeless in south forming self-help groups Northern Iowan 81:19, p.6	11/09/1984	Ron Roberts comments on the situation of the homeless in the southwest.
95	Professor explains polls Northern Iowan 81:12, p.4	10/12/1984	Ron Roberts believes that most polls are accurate; offers views on upcoming elections.
96	Activists promote Peace Day Northern Iowan 80:47, p.3	03/30/1984	John Chrystal and UNI faculty will speak; photo.
97	An Iowan witnesses the situation in Nicaragua Northern Iowan 80:45, p.2	03/23/1984	Professor Roberts offers impressions after visit to Nicaragua.
98	Seek to honor Cole with annual award Northern Iowan 80:23, p.2	11/18/1983	An award is created in honor of John Cole after his resignation.
99	Rally against U.S. in Lebanon draws 300 Northern Iowan 80:17, p.1	10/28/1983	Students and faculty speak against involvement; photo.
100	Regents announce faculty development leaves Northern Iowan 79:37, p.7	02/22/1983	List of PDL winners and their topics of research.