Rod Library

Displaying 151 - 200 of 392 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
151	I spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:32, p.3	02/05/2013	Mystery photo looking for identification. No one correctly identified the previous photo which was taken in the Rod Library; photo.
152	Extended Library Hours For Finals Week Northern Iowan 109:27, p.12	12/07/2012	Rod Library Hours for Finals Week 2012.
153	I Spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:26, p.2	12/04/2012	Mystery photo looking for identification. The previous photo was identified by Associate Director of Security and Systems Ken Connelly as being in the main staircase of Rod Library; photo.
154	I swear a zombie ate my homework! Northern Iowan 109:18, p.6	10/26/2012	Rod Library sponsors humans vs. zombies game; rules of the game.
155	I spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:18, p.2	10/26/2012	Linda McLaury identified the last piece.
156	I spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:16, p.3	10/19/2012	Detail of sculpture in Rod Library stairwell; previous feature was the sculpture outside of the Student Health Center; photo.
157	Homer Seerley's great-grandson honors heritage with gift to Rod Library Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.18	10/01/2012	Stan Culley, a great-grandson of President Homer Seerley, will donate a portion of his estate to the Rod Library; believes libraries are a key to learning; photo.
158	Changes made in student computer centers Northern Iowan 109:3, p.3	08/31/2012	ITS has closed the student computer centers in Bartlett Hall and Rod Library. A new lab has opened in Panther Village. Ninety-five new computers are located in various centers on campus. New Duplex printers were purchased to cut paper usage.
159	UNI Museum building closes Northern Iowan 109:1, p.6	08/24/2012	An open house on June 28, 2012, was bittersweet. It was an opportunity for patrons and friends of the museum to gather for the last time. July 1, 2012 the museum was closed to the public. The collection will be distributed to other areas; photo
160	UNI Museum to hold final open house Northern Iowan 108:58, p.2	06/29/2012	"120 Years of Discovery, Learning & Inspiration" is the theme for the final open house at the museum. The museum will close to the public at the end of regular hours on June 29. Over 110,000 items are in the collection; photo.
161	Former professors give millions to UNI Northern Iowan 108:55, p.1	06/08/2012	Former Dean of the College of Business, Robert Waller, and former mathematics professor, Bonnie Litwiller, make large gifts to the university; photo.
162	Best-selling author Robert Waller fives seven-figure gift to alma mater Public Relations News Release 2011:316, p.1	05/17/2012	Robert Waller has remembered UNI with a major donation. The money will provide scholarships in the College of Business, support jazz scholarships, the Honors Program, and the Rod Library.
163	Hit up these spots when you're hitting the books Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	Tips on popular places to study on campus; photo.
164	Need some help with schoolwork? Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	The Academic Learning Center and Rod Library provide areas for students to find help with their studies. The Writing and Math centers help with Liberal Arts Core classes. Tutors are available in the library on Sunday evenings.
165	Traditions Challenge Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	There are forty-five steps to earning a Traditions Keeper medallion and twenty five steps to earn a lapel pin. Attending concerts, athletic events, lectures, and other events on campus qualify for the awards. Photos will help you remember; photo.
166	Rod Library celebrates National Library Week Northern Iowan 108:50, p.6	04/13/2012	Facebook contest with the winner receiving a Nook is the highlight of the week. "Search for Intelligent Life" involves committee members walk around campus looking for people reading or studying.
167	Rod Library's Hunger Games are geared to thrill Northern Iowan 108:41, p.6	03/02/2012	Students participating are asked to bring a change of clothing. There will be indoor and outdoor challenges. The challenges will involve physical and mental activities.
168	UNI to host hunger games Public Relations News Release 2011:191, p.1	02/28/2012	The Rod Library will host its first Hunger Games based on the popular book "The Hunger Games."
169	UNI Center for Holocaust and Genocide Education brings traveling exhibit to Rod Library Public Relations News Release 2011:156, p.1	02/01/2012	The traveling Holocaust exhibit titled "Who Am I? Young Minds Forced to Choose" will be in the Rod Library browsing room.
170	Sacred spaces and reading places Northern Iowan 108:24, p.4	11/18/2011	The Great Reading Room and the Special Collections area of the library are not available for student study spaces; unless using Special Collections materials; photo.
171	Quidditch soars out of the books and onto the field Northern Iowan 108:17, p.7	10/25/2011	Harry Potter book series has introduced a game called Quidditch. The UNI Quidditch team has been an official club since April. They are in the process of lining up a match with a team from Iowa State University; photo.
172	Rod Library provides information and convenience for students Northern Iowan 107:54, p.	04/29/2011	The services provided by Rod Library are explained. Students have access to study rooms, computers, and library assistance; photo.
173	Find your hot study spot Northern Iowan 107:54, p.	04/29/2011	Several study areas on campus are noted. Rod Library is one of the best spots. Help is available.
174	Traditions Challenge: making your own history at UNI Northern Iowan 107:54, p.	04/29/2011	Students urged to take advantage of Traditions Challenge. The book is similar to a scrapbook to help keep track of your experiences at UNI. There are a list of nearly fifty traditions to experience; photo.
175	This area is designated Northern Iowan 107:54, p.8	04/29/2011	Seeks the safe and welcoming feeling of Rod Library for other areas on campus. Humans tend to stay within their comfort zones. Believes that our lives would be better served by talking to and getting to know those of other cultures and beliefs.
176	I Spy at UNI Northern Iowan 107:50, p.1	04/15/2011	Faculty, staff, and students challenged to identify the "mystery photo"; photo.
177	Alumnus donates historical collection to Rod Library Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.28	04/01/2011	Maurice (Moe) Wadle donates collection of Pocket Books to Library; will be housed in Special Collections; photo.
178	Tuition to increase by five percent next year Northern Iowan 107:45, p.1	03/29/2011	The Iowa Board of Regents voted 7-2 to approve a tuition increase for the coming academic year. In-state business students will see an increase of 11.3 percent. This is aimed to make up for former Governor Culver's ten per cent across the board cut.
179	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.
180	After school: UNI's intellectual wasteland Northern Iowan 107:31, p.7	01/28/2011	Readers urged to take advantage of the lectures and presentations outside the classroom. Students seem not to want to take time to be exposed to new ideas and experiences.
181	Holiday wish list Northern Iowan 107:27, p.10	12/10/2010	Members of the editorial staff share their hopes for the new year. President Allen's health, basketball success, students taking group projects more seriously, and hopes for a snow day are some of the wishes.
182	College Hill Partnership to host Tree Lighting Celebration Northern Iowan 107:25, p.5	12/03/2010	Students and members of the community will kick off the holiday season with open houses, entertainment, discounts, special sales, and holiday goodies; photo.
183	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 107:15, p.2	10/19/2010	Fall scenes on campus; photo.
184	Use your resources Northern Iowan 107:11, p.8	10/05/2010	Students urged to take advantage of several free activities on campus; Rod Library, ITS, athletic events, Career Services, and the Wellness and Recreation Center; photo.
185	Numerous study places, opportunities for help around campus Northern Iowan 106:54, p.	04/30/2010	Study areas are provided in Maucker Union, Rod Library, main and individual house lounges in the dorms, and classroom buildings.
186	UNI celebrates Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2009:300, p.1	02/26/2010	To kick off Women's History Month, "Women in the Globalized World," a panel discussion sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program, will be held in the Center for Multicultural Education, Maucker Union.
187	New trends in adult reading Adults reading youth literature Public Relations News Release 2009:293, p.1	02/22/2010	Who said that children's and youth books are just for kids? According to Yolanda Hood, youth collection librarian at Rod Library, the surge in good youth literature has resulted in many adults reading children's books.
188	UNI's MTA hosts 4th Annual African-American Read-In Public Relations News Release 2009:287, p.1	02/18/2010	Alumna Jan Spivey Gilchrist returned to the college for the Read-in, where she lead a series of three sessions with students from Black Hawk Elementary, Walter Cunningham School of Excellence, and Malcolm Price Laboratory.
189	Rod Library display cases highlight current issues Northern Iowan 106:36, p.4	02/16/2010	Three glass display cases are available for use by university community in Rod Library. Current events and controversial topics are displayed. Exhibits change every month; photo.
190	A treasure trove of university history Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.8	01/01/2010	A look at the collections and services of the Rod Library Special Collections and University Archives; photo.
191	Wasteful practices escalate paper costs Northern Iowan 106:20, p.1	11/06/2009	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.
192	Quiet study places Northern Iowan 106:19, p.5	11/03/2009	Rod Library, Lang Hall, Communication Arts Center, Towers Center, Hemisphere Lounge, and Panera Bread listed as the favorite quiet study places for students. All have plusses and minuses.
193	H1N1 to Z-day: always be prepared Northern Iowan 106:18, p.5	10/30/2009	Tips on where best to survive the dreaded flu or zombie day. The dorms, Campanile, McCollum Hall, Rialto, and Rod Library all have pluses and minuses; photo.
194	UNI's Rod Library to host Cedar Valley Hunger Games Oct. 24 Public Relations News Release 2009:115, p.1	10/13/2009	The Cedar Valley Hunger Games celebrates the love of reading and the popularity of Suzanne Collins' bestselling young adult novel while providing a service opportunity and a fun overnight event.
195	Apples, cheese and comedy featured at Sept. 19 ACRE event Public Relations News Release 2009:49, p.1	09/14/2009	The Cedar Falls Annual Community Read for the Environment will be at Hartman Reserve Nature Center. Attendees can sample apples from local orchards, help make apple cider and learn to make cheese from professor Jack Yates.
196	Great summer reads for kids Lazy summer days make great reading opportunities Public Relations News Release 2008:564, p.1	06/04/2009	Studies consistently show that children actually lose reading achievement during the summer months. "Encourage your children to read this summer," says Yolanda Hood, youth collection librarian and assistant professor. Tips included.
197	UNI Rod Library acquires alumna's special edition concrete poetry Northern Iowa Today 93:1, p.22	06/01/2009	Rod Library acquires work by alumna Mary Ellen Solt; photo.
198	Academic resources aid students Northern Iowan 105:54, p.	05/01/2009	Help is available for college students from several sources at the University of Northern Iowa; photo.
199	UNI Rod Library announces "Student of the Month' Public Relations News Release 2008:465, p.1	04/13/2009	Melissa Maday, a senior from Bettendorf, has been named the Rod Library "Student of the Month" for April. Maday, majoring in religion and Asian studies, has been working in the library's art and music collection department for two years.
200	UNI Rod Library announces 'Student of the Month' Public Relations News Release 2008:363, p.1	02/27/2009	Derek Merk, a senior from Boone, is the "Student of the Month," for February. He began working in the library's Reference & Instructional Services Department in August 2006. He works at the reference desk and handles government documents.