Rod Library

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	Title	Date	Summary
351	Library and Homecoming? Morgan--Chris Northern Iowan 85:11, p.1	10/4/1988	A view of the library bridge; photo.
352	Seniors pass their goal Northern Iowa Today 16:3, p.6	9/1/1988	Pledges reach $51,453; will be used for library automation.
353	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	8/18/1988	The department was awarded scores of "excellent" in all seven categories in which it was evaluated.
354	Faculty Senate dockets items to next meeting Krall--Tiffany Northern Iowan 84:47, p.1	3/18/1988	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.
355	Seniors' gift will help automate Library's card catalog Northern Iowa Today 16:2, p.7	3/1/1988	Hope to raise $50,000 for library automation.
356	Technology for the lap Northern Iowa Today 16:2, p.8	3/1/1988	Rod Library buys twelve laptop computers for student use in the Library; photo.
357	Study break . . . . Kappmeyer--Brian Northern Iowan 84:37, p.6	2/12/1988	Dust sets off fire alarm in Library; photo.
358	University of Northern Iowa Library offers portable computers for student use; Computer labs added on campus Public Relations News Release 1987:260, p.1	2/12/1988	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.
359	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.
360	Librarian who works to keep controversial books on shelves to speak at Northern Iowa Sept. 29 Public Relations News Release 1987:40, p.1	9/17/1987	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.
361	Marcel Cornis-Pop donates 300 books to the library Public Relations News Release 1987:372, p.1	5/13/1987	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.
362	UNI Greek Week activities slated Monday-Saturday (April 20-25) Public Relations News Release 1987:323, p.1	4/14/1987	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.
363	Student survey Northern Iowan 83:51, p.1	4/10/1987	Gerald Bisbey releases graduating senior survey showing students' satisfaction with campus services; the Library receives the highest satisfaction rating.
364	Black Hawk County UNI alumni group to call for members April 1 and 2 Public Relations News Release 1987:283, p.1	3/26/1987	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.
365	Library cracks down on snackers Krall--Tiffany Northern Iowan 83:45, p.3	3/13/1987	Barbara Jones talks about a campaign to enforce rule that prohibits consumption of food and drink in the Library; photo.
366	UNI Gallery of Art to close for Spring Break Public Relations News Release 1987:261, p.1	3/12/1987	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.
367	Goodbye Marian: how others see librarians and how we see ourselves Jones--Barbara M. (Director of Library Services) Nonpareil 71:2, p.32	3/1/1987	New Director of Library Services attempts to refute traditional view of librarians and their work; photo.
368	It's all happening at Northern Iowa; renovations, additions, replacements Northern Iowa Today 15:2, p.6	3/1/1987	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.
369	University could receive $17.7 million Northern Iowan 83:32, p.5	1/27/1987	Several projects included in package that will go to the floor for discussion in the General Assembly.
370	Tomahawk to donate money to Donald O. Rod Library Wise--Rebecca Northern Iowan 83:28, p.6	12/9/1986	Will donate 2% of sales to library.
371	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.
372	New library director ready to inform students Morse--Julie A. (Class of 1988) Northern Iowan 83:19, p.12	10/31/1986	Profile of Barbara Jones; outline of her plans for the library; photo.
373	Adverse budget conditions require substantive cutbacks Northern Iowa Today 14:4, p.7	9/1/1986	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.
374	New people assume leadership positions Northern Iowa Today 14:4, p.7	9/1/1986	New heads of Public Information Services, Library, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Department of Sociology and Anthropology named.
375	Computer lab nears completion Witt--Nancy (Student--1985-1988) Northern Iowan 83:1, p.4	8/26/1986	Lab in library will have eight terminals, 37 PCs, and one printer; cost will be about $128,000.
376	New staff members named Danielson--Darwin W. (Class of 1987) Northern Iowan 82:61, p.1	7/18/1986	Barbara Jones will be Library director; John Deegan will be CSBS dean; Susan Chilcott will head Public Information Services
377	UNI names Barbara Jones director of library Public Relations News Release 1986:475, p.1	7/11/1986	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.
378	A new name Ivey--Bill Northern Iowan 82:58, p.1	6/20/1986	Workman installs letters for new name on the Library; photo.
379	Two men leave their mark at UNI after more than 30 years of service Northern Iowa Today 14:3, p.7	6/1/1986	Biographical profiles of Donald O. Rod and Ross Nielsen, who will retire soon; photo.
380	Rod predicts successor may bring in new ideas Northern Iowan 82:56, p.13	5/6/1986	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.
381	Request initiated by staff Jensen--Marcia (Library Staff) Northern Iowan 82:55, p.2	5/2/1986	Marcia Jensen notes that the staff of the Library petitioned that the building be named in honor of Donald Rod.
382	Irony McIlrath--James Harley (Classes of 1986 and 1999) Northern Iowan 82:54, p.2	4/29/1986	Cites quotations that lend irony to the recent naming of the Library.
383	UNI Library named for Director Donald Rod Olson--Lynn Northern Iowan 82:54, p.1	4/29/1986	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.
384	Regents name UNI Library for its longtime director, Donald Rod Public Relations News Release 1986:385, p.1	4/23/1986	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.
385	Rod Library proposed; reception planned June 25 for retiring director Alumnus 71:1, p.9	4/1/1986	Regents will consider request.
386	UNI fall semester hours announced Public Relations News Release 1980:17, p.1	8/18/1980	Hours are announced for the opening of residence halls and other buildings on campus.
387	End of UNI summer session brings hours changes Public Relations News Release 1980:3, p.1	8/1/1980	The end of the summer session changes the open hours in several buildings on campus.
388	UNI Library Hours Change for Spring-Summer Interim Public Relations News Release 1971:651, p.1	5/26/1971	The library will remain open on Memorial Day.
389	UNI Library, Union and Switchboard Hours Changed Public Relations News Release 1971:647, p.1	5/25/1971	Hours of operation will differ between the end of the spring semester and the start of the summer session; listed hours
390	Cedar Falls Residents Give UNI Vote of Confidence Public Relations News Release 1969:207, p.1	12/2/1969	Results of a survey conducted by sociology students on the public view of UNI. Areas covered in the survey included speakers, student activism, costs, policy decisions, value of education, etc.
391	The Library Old Gold 0:0, p.76	6/1/1942	Brief description of the building; photo.
392	The Library Old Gold 0:0, p.28	6/1/1939	Brief summary of the building; photos.

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