Rod Library

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#	Title	Date	Summary
301	Library renovation nears completion Northern Iowan 91:3, p.2	08/30/1994	Report on building plans and construction progress; photo.
302	Campus construction continues; UNI students: watch out for falling bricks! Northern Iowan 91:2, p.1	08/26/1994	Survey of construction projects around campus; photo.
303	New construction makes UNI superior and student-centered Northern Iowan 91:1, p.2	08/23/1994	President Curris cites construction on Wellness Center and Library; welcomes students; photo.
304	Visiting student dies, UNI safest campus in nation; summer news events affect UNI campus Northern Iowan 91:1, p.1	08/23/1994	Summary of summer news.
305	Campus ready for school Campus News Network 4:23, p.1	08/22/1994	Update on summer construction projects.
306	Library construction to finish six months ahead of schedule Northern Iowan 90:61, p.1	06/24/1994	May be finished by November 1994.
307	All dug up: summer construction underway on campus Northern Iowan 90:59, p.2	06/10/1994	Construction projects underway in Gilchrist Hall and Rod Library as well as other places on campus; photo.
308	Summertime reading experiences with children can be fun Public Relations News Release 0:553, p.1	05/30/1994	Sometimes children feel lost during the summer. Parents should involve their children in some fun reading experiences, perhaps.
309	Dawn Pope is awarded James Hearst Scholarship from the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 0:585, p.1	05/18/1994	James Hearst Scholarship is awarded at UNI.
310	Untitled Campus News Network 4:17, p.1	04/25/1994	News media toured fourth floor addition to Rod Library; photo.
311	Library addition ahead of schedule, new completion date Dec. 1, 1994 Northern Iowan 90:53, p.2	04/19/1994	Library director and contractor comment on building progress; photo.
312	The library's story continues Northern Iowan 90:53, p.10	04/19/1994	A photo compilation of work being done on the Rod Library expansion; photo.
313	News media tour of University of Northern Iowa Library Expansion offered Public Relations News Release 0:473, p.1	04/08/1994	The media is invited to tour the Rod Library Expansion on April 13. Herbert Safford and Martin Miille will conduct the tour.
314	Here's the Story. . . Campus News Network 4:14, p.6	03/14/1994	Photo of construction work on Rod Library taken from the Campanile; photo.
315	Untitled Northern Iowa Today 22:1, p.4	03/01/1994	Rod Library under construction; photo.
316	Taking a ride down the information highway Northern Iowa Today 77:2, p.12	01/01/1994	Survey of information resources accessible by computer.
317	The University of Northern Iowa prepares for Parents' Weekend November 12-14 Public Relations News Release 1993:174, p.1	11/08/1993	Activities announced for annual Parents' Weekend at UNI.
318	Untitled Northern Iowan 90:19, p.1	11/02/1993	Crane lifts blocks to Library roof for current construction; photo.
319	Chinese Everyday Life focus for slide lecture at University of Northern Iowa Sunday, October 24 Public Relations News Release 1993:129, p.1	10/18/1993	Miriam Jenkins of Simpson College will speak on the culture of the Chinese ethnic group, the Han.
320	Keep library quiet for studying Northern Iowan 90:14, p.8	10/15/1993	Urges people to be quiet and considerate.
321	Hmong American Dress topic for Wednesday lecture, October 13 in conjunction with minority costumes and textiles of China exhibit at University of Nort Public Relations News Release 1993:120, p.1	10/11/1993	A slide presentation on "Hmong American Dress" will be presented October 13 at UNI.
322	A first look from above Northern Iowan 90:4, p.14	09/10/1993	Photo essay on beginnings of library addition; photo.
323	Peter Rabbit turns 100 as the tale endures Public Relations News Release 1993:32, p.1	09/06/1993	After 100 years, The Tale of Peter Rabbit is as popular today as when it was first issued.
324	- Public Relations News Release 1993:34, p.1	09/03/1993	A major power outage occurred on the UNI campus today. Nancy Marlin reports class cancellation is being left up the individual instructors.
325	Library raises its roof Northern Iowa Today 21:2, p.4	09/01/1993	Roof-raising ceremony; photo.
326	Memorial for Catherine P. Haynes Campus News Network 4:1, p.4	08/30/1993	Two gifts will be presented to Rod Library September 2 in memory of Catherine Haynes.
327	Navigating UNI Campus News Network 4:1, p.3	08/30/1993	Update on campus construction projects; map.
328	Summer's gone, but not forgotten Campus News Network 4:1, p.1	08/30/1993	Summary of campus activities since end of spring semester.
329	University of Northern Iowa Library is raising its roof--and having a party August 3 Public Relations News Release 1992:770, p.1	07/28/1993	A fourth floor is being added to Rod Library.
330	Campus construction Northern Iowan 89:64, p.2	07/23/1993	Regrets inconveniences caused by construction, but appreciates need.
331	Construction begins on library Northern Iowan 89:64, p.3	07/23/1993	Fence erected around library in preparation for construction; outline of work to be done; photo.
332	Roof raises questions Northern Iowan 89:62, p.4	07/09/1993	Staff will answer questions about library renovation.
333	Fourth floor, please Campus News Network 3:20, p.25	07/06/1993	Will hold informational meeting on addition and renovation.
334	Raising the roof--Questions and answers about library addition Public Relations News Release 1992:738, p.1	07/06/1993	Informational meeting to answer questions concerning the upcoming addition to Rod Library will be July 14.
335	Recently at the Regents Campus News Network 3:20, p.1	07/06/1993	Authorize PLS fieldhouse clean-up; approve $7.4 million in bonds for Rod Library; begin planning for WRC; refer proposal for women's studies and environmental science/technology to committee.
336	Dinosaurs hold fascination for children; good books available Public Relations News Release 1992:747, p.1	07/01/1993	Lucille Lettow shares that several good books are available on the topic of dinosaurs for children.
337	Fourth floor, please Northern Iowa Today 77:1, p.25	07/01/1993	Bond sale authorized for addition to Library.
338	Regents approve preliminary budget Northern Iowan 89:60, p.3	06/25/1993	Preliminary budget is $92,592,000; also approve sale of $7.4 million for Library addition and renovation.
339	Summer construction under way Northern Iowan 89:60, p.1	06/25/1993	Pedestrian underpass will be made accessible to handicapped students; EMC will move to former Catholic Student Center; awaiting bids on Rod Library renovation; clearing up after fire at PLS; photo.
340	Plans proceed for library addition , recreation/wellness center at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1992:728, p.1	06/23/1993	Plans continue to better meet the needs of students at UNI in terms of mind and body.
341	Regents approve 1993-94 preliminary budget for University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1992:717, p.1	06/16/1993	UNI budget receives approval from Board of Regents.
342	Weavers come to biennial conference being held at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1992:672, p.1	05/26/1993	Midwest Weavers Conference to be held at UNI.
343	Governor signs bonding bill authorizing funding for library addition at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1992:664, p.1	05/20/1993	Step toward the completion of an addition to Rod Library at UNI.
344	Point clarified by DeKock Northern Iowan 89:57, p.2	04/30/1993	Believes individuals should take responsibility to park legally.
345	Parking ticket dilemma continues Northern Iowan 89:55, p.2	04/23/1993	Believes recent letter misses point on Public Safety; believes officers could be doing more valuable things than write tickets.
346	Computing across the curriculum Northern Iowa Today 21:1, p.1	03/01/1993	Survey across the colleges of the ways in which the student computer fee has been used; photo.
347	Regents approve fourth floor addition for library; UNI receives $7 million for project Northern Iowan 89:28, p.1	12/08/1992	Project must now await funding by legislature.
348	Regents consider Des Moines translator for KUNI Public Relations News Release 1992:213, p.1	11/19/1992	Board of Regents makes decisions affecting UNI.
349	Donald O. Rod Library will receive face-lift with fourth-floor expansion Northern Iowan 88:26, p.7	12/06/1991	Will add 63,000 square foot fourth floor and renovate portions of other levels.
350	Appropriations requests for fiscal years '93 and '94 for University of Northern Iowa receive go-ahead from Board of Regents Public Relations News Release 1991:92, p.1	09/25/1991	Board of Regents has approved the appropriations requests for UNI.
351	Constructively speaking Campus News Network 1:19, p.1	06/24/1991	Maps available.
352	Tomahawk finishes sale, donates proceeds Northern Iowan 87:4, p.2	09/14/1990	Tomahawk Club will make a contribution to Rod Library. Service Fraternity has awarded several scholarships to UNI students.
353	Youth book collection at Northern Iowa library helping future teachers Public Relations News Release 1989:557, p.1	04/11/1990	Lucille Lettow describes her role as a Youth Collection librarian for the largest collection of youth literature in a university library statewide. Lettow defends elementary libraries from censorship, as well as helping education majors in their research.
354	School boards should adopt policy on censorship and materials selection, says University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1989:437, p.1	03/12/1990	The Iowa Department of Education releases a model of recommended procedures regarding censorship for librarians in school districts across the state. Professor Elizabeth Martin discusses some censorship difficulties faced by Rod Library.
355	University of Northern Iowa library extends hours in response to student survey Public Relations News Release 1989:461, p.1	03/12/1990	Nancy Marlin approves the expanded hours of Rod Library and Computing Services' computer labs. The new schedules were developed in accordance with results from a student survey conducted by the Northern Iowa Student Government.
356	Wright Hall to receive new look Northern Iowan 86:44, p.1	03/09/1990	$2.7 million project would renovate HVAC systems and add new windows; status of other projects noted.
357	Addition to library approved Northern Iowan 86:25, p.5	12/01/1989	Regents approve $7 million project budget; Herbert Lewis Kruse Blunck are the architects; will add 63,000 square feet to building, including a home for Educational Media Center.
358	Regents approve budget, architect for $7-million library addition at University of Northern Iowa. Public Relations News Release 1989:254, p.1	11/16/1989	The 63,000 square foot fourth floor addition to the Library will provide expansion for the centralized Library and a permanent home for the Educational Media Center, which has been temporarily housed in the Commons since original Glichrist Hall burned.
359	Donald O. Rod Library at University of Northern Iowa to dedicate state-of-the-art computer automation system Friday (Nov. 17) Public Relations News Release 1989:249, p.1	11/15/1989	The computer automated system, which contains all the Library's holdings, was partially funded by a gift from the University of Northern Iowa graduating class of 1988, and has been under
360	Library grows to meet needs Northern Iowan 86:11, p.1	10/10/1989	Addition to Rod Library is in planning stages; committee studying needs; educational media may occupy some space; Herb Safford talks about the plans.
361	Library ceases locker searches Northern Iowan 86:10, p.1	10/06/1989	After receiving a legal opinion, the library staff will not search student lockers for books which have not been checked out.
362	Typewriters stolen from library Northern Iowan 86:10, p.4	10/06/1989	Two typewriters valued at $1000 stolen from typing room.
363	What's in a name--such as campus buildings Northern Iowan 86:3, p.7	09/12/1989	A brief look at the people for whom campus buildings are named; photo.
364	New director sees bright future for library Northern Iowa Today 17:2, p.5	09/01/1989	Herbert Safford outlines views on libraries; photo.
365	Northern Iowa receives continued legislative support Northern Iowa Today 17:2, p.6	09/01/1989	UNI will implement real estate education program and put addition on Library.
366	Library enforces rules Northern Iowan 85:32, p.4	01/27/1989	Library will attempt to keep food and drink out of the building.
367	Library and Homecoming? Northern Iowan 85:11, p.1	10/04/1988	A view of the library bridge; photo.
368	Seniors pass their goal Northern Iowa Today 16:3, p.6	09/01/1988	Pledges reach $51,453; will be used for library automation.
369	University of Northern Iowa library's government documents department rated one of the best in the nation. Public Relations News Release 1988:4, p.1	08/18/1988	The department was awarded scores of "excellent" in all seven categories in which it was evaluated.
370	Faculty Senate dockets items to next meeting Northern Iowan 84:47, p.1	03/18/1988	School of Business asks that credit from other institutions be transferable only if the experience is really comparable; ask name change for ROTC oversight committee; will consider teacher education governance; approve seat on Senate for Library.
371	Seniors' gift will help automate Library's card catalog Northern Iowa Today 16:2, p.7	03/01/1988	Hope to raise $50,000 for library automation.
372	Technology for the lap Northern Iowa Today 16:2, p.8	03/01/1988	Rod Library buys twelve laptop computers for student use in the Library; photo.
373	Study break . . . . Northern Iowan 84:37, p.6	02/12/1988	Dust sets off fire alarm in Library; photo.
374	University of Northern Iowa Library offers portable computers for student use; Computer labs added on campus Public Relations News Release 1987:260, p.1	02/12/1988	Computer labs are installed into the Education Center, the Commons, and the Industrial Technology Center in addition to three existing labs. Twelve new laptop computers are made available for checkout in the library.
375	Northern Iowa to close doors Wednesday afternoon (Nov. 25) for electrical work Public Relations News Release 1987:152, p.1	11/23/1987	Rod Library, the Administrative Data Processing Office, and all classes close early for Thanksgiving break due to a campus-wide power outage. The Physical Plant staff shut down power for electrical service improvements.
376	Librarian who works to keep controversial books on shelves to speak at Northern Iowa Sept. 29 Public Relations News Release 1987:40, p.1	09/17/1987	The Education Center hosts a presentation by director of the Freedom to Read Foundation, Judith Krug. She discussed the increase in annual censorship attempts in school libraries. The speech was sponsored by Rod Library.
377	Marcel Cornis-Pop donates 300 books to the library Public Relations News Release 1987:372, p.1	05/13/1987	Professor Marcel Cornis-Pop donates a collection of three-hundred Romanian books, journals, and magazines to the library which are accepted by Professors Barbara Jones and Robert Ward.
378	UNI Greek Week activities slated Monday-Saturday (April 20-25) Public Relations News Release 1987:323, p.1	04/14/1987	The opening ceremonies of Greek Week were held in Maucker Union, organized by Sean McAleer and Shelly Niffenegger. Activities included a leadership breakfast, a study night in Rod Library, and a Special Olympics competition.
379	Student survey Northern Iowan 83:52, p.1	04/10/1987	Gerald Bisbey releases graduating senior survey showing students' satisfaction with campus services; the Library receives the highest satisfaction rating.
380	Black Hawk County UNI alumni group to call for members April 1 and 2 Public Relations News Release 1987:283, p.1	03/26/1987	Members of the Board of Directors for the Alumni Association begin recruiting graduates. Elly Leslie, director of the organization, explains the twenty-dollar annual fee for both single alumni and couples which grants them access to Rod Library.
381	Library cracks down on snackers Northern Iowan 83:45, p.3	03/13/1987	Barbara Jones talks about a campaign to enforce rule that prohibits consumption of food and drink in the Library; photo.
382	UNI Gallery of Art to close for Spring Break Public Relations News Release 1987:261, p.1	03/12/1987	The Gallery of Art closes for spring break, while the Library and Maucker Union operate on reduced schedules. Daniel Stetson announces that the Annual Faculty Art Exhibition will remain open for two weeks prior to break.
383	Goodbye Marian: how others see librarians and how we see ourselves Nonpareil 71:2, p.32	03/01/1987	New Director of Library Services attempts to refute traditional view of librarians and their work; photo.
384	It's all happening at Northern Iowa; renovations, additions, replacements Northern Iowa Today 15:2, p.6	03/01/1987	Renovated Auditorium opened; construction expected to begin on Business Building in Fall 1987; architect will be selected for addition to Union; library addition, Latham and Wright hall renovations, new power plant, and new faculty lines await funding.
385	University could receive $17.7 million Northern Iowan 83:32, p.5	01/27/1987	Several projects included in package that will go to the floor for discussion in the General Assembly.
386	Tomahawk to donate money to Donald O. Rod Library Northern Iowan 83:28, p.6	12/09/1986	Will donate 2% of sales to library.
387	Information age spotlights crucial role of skilled librarians, says new UNI library director Public Relations News Release 1987:111, p.1	11/19/1986	Covers the appointment of Barbara Jones as director of the university library. Jones spent nine years in New York, where she gained her experience directing library services. She made efforts to update services by developing a computerized card catalog.
388	New library director ready to inform students Northern Iowan 83:19, p.12	10/31/1986	Profile of Barbara Jones; outline of her plans for the library; photo.
389	Adverse budget conditions require substantive cutbacks Northern Iowa Today 14:4, p.7	09/01/1986	UNI takes measures to meet requirements; however, computer fees fund new lab in library and UNI receives authority to issue $11.2 million in bonds for new business building.
390	New people assume leadership positions Northern Iowa Today 14:4, p.7	09/01/1986	New heads of Public Information Services, Library, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Department of Sociology and Anthropology named.
391	Computer lab nears completion Northern Iowan 83:1, p.4	08/26/1986	Lab in library will have eight terminals, 37 PCs, and one printer; cost will be about $128,000.
392	New staff members named Northern Iowan 82:61, p.1	07/18/1986	Barbara Jones will be Library director; John Deegan will be CSBS dean; Susan Chilcott will head Public Information Services
393	UNI names Barbara Jones director of library Public Relations News Release 1986:475, p.1	07/11/1986	A brief overview of the qualifications of the new director of library services and associate professor at the university. Includes a short outline of her college career.
394	A new name Northern Iowan 82:58, p.1	06/20/1986	Workman installs letters for new name on the Library; photo.
395	Two men leave their mark at UNI after more than 30 years of service Northern Iowa Today 14:3, p.7	06/01/1986	Biographical profiles of Donald O. Rod and Ross Nielsen, who will retire soon; photo.
396	Rod predicts successor may bring in new ideas Northern Iowan 82:56, p.13	05/06/1986	Donald Rod remembers his years as head of the Library; the old library building and moving to the new building; his own professional career; photo.
397	Request initiated by staff Northern Iowan 82:55, p.2	05/02/1986	Marcia Jensen notes that the staff of the Library petitioned that the building be named in honor of Donald Rod.
398	Irony Northern Iowan 82:54, p.2	04/29/1986	Cites quotations that lend irony to the recent naming of the Library.
399	UNI Library named for Director Donald Rod Northern Iowan 82:54, p.1	04/29/1986	Regents approve naming Library in honor of Donald Rod, who will retire in June after 33 years as Library Director; profile of Mr. Rod; photo.
400	Regents name UNI Library for its longtime director, Donald Rod Public Relations News Release 1986:385, p.1	04/23/1986	Rod has been the library director for thirty-three years and will retire in June; Curris noted that Rod is known for his warm collegiality; the Regents' decision was unanimous; he has also worked as a library design consultant.