Ruud--William N. (President of UNI)

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# Title Date Summary
1 2016 Student Guide
Northern Iowan 112:54, p.

The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
2 Free Speech
Northern Iowan 112:52, p.1

Campus conversations about free speech and racism recently have included forums, panels, student demonstrations, reports, and classroom discussions; photo.
3 Bialik gives 'bang'-up lecture
Northern Iowan 112:51, p.1

Mayim Bialik presented "Art + Sciences = Big Bang" in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on April 11 as part of the Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series; photo.
4 VP search ongoing
Northern Iowan 112:50, p.1

Five finalists for the position of Vice President of Student Affairs will be interviewing on campus April 4-18: Peter Gitau, Laura Bayless, Dione Somerville, Eileen Sullivan, and Eric Arneson.
5 Elves supply food
Northern Iowan 112:46, p.6

In this satirical article written for April Fools, Harry Potter house elves are the reason the dining center food was rated number one in Iowa.
6 LTE: President's email furthers false narrative
Northern Iowan 112:43, p.3

Kyle Day writes a letter to the editor in response to President Bill Ruud's email on the death of Trayvon Martin, critiquing his word choice as promoting a false narrative of George Zimmerman's case.
7 LTE: exit requirement concerns
Northern Iowan 112:39, p.3

The author writes a letter to the editor in response to the Northern Iowan article "Curriculum changes proposed." In LoBianco's opinion, those proposing additional graduation requirements related to diversity should take into consideration the amount of credits required, and the Northern Iowan should including more quotes from influential people involved in the decision-making process.
8 New UNI AD
Northern Iowan 112:39, p.2

David Harris has been hired to replace Troy Dannen as director of intercollegiate athletics; photo.
9 Hopefuls debate
Northern Iowan 112:37, p.1

Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) president-vice president candidates debated in Maucker Union on February 16, moderated by Northern Iowan executive editor Nick Fisher. The two tickets are Hunter Flesch and Avery Johnson, and Jamison Whiting and Aaron Friel; photo.
10 NISG debates psychiatric charge
Northern Iowan 112:36, p.3

Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) members Alex Stepanek and Parker Bennett write about NISG's discussions on the proposed change in billing for psychiatric services at the Student Health Center and its resolution to seek more information; photo.
11 Curriculum changes proposed
Northern Iowan 112:35, p.1

In response to student feedback, members of Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) are working on proposal to add a diversity requirement to the curriculum. The Faculty Senate is also discussing changes; photo.
12 What exactly is 'engagement'?
Northern Iowan 112:35, p.3

Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) president Katie Evans discusses student engagement and opportunities on campus; photos.
13 Prof passes after 45 years at UNI
Northern Iowan 112:31, p.2

Philosophy and World Religions professor James Robinson died after teaching at UNI for 45 years.
14 MLK Day of Service draws crowd
Northern Iowan 112:29, p.1

Over 300 volunteers packaged meals on MLK Day of Service at Maucker Ballroom for the Northeast Iowa Foodbank; photos.
15 Northern Iowa in search for athletic director
Northern Iowan 112:28, p.6

UNI Athletics searches for a new athletic director following the departure of Troy Dannen.
16 VP of student affairs retires
Northern Iowan 112:27, p.2

Vice president for student affairs Terry Hogan will retire; assistant vice president for administration and financial services Jan Hanish will serve as interim until the position is filled; photo.
17 UNI in search of new diversity officer
Northern Iowan 112:27, p.1

Following a diversity forum in which students addressed their concerns about discrimination on campus, the President's Executive Management Team (EMT) searches for a diversity officer; photos.
18 "Exclusion" LTE misses the point
Northern Iowan 112:26, p.4

Covarrubias and Goltz respond to the column "Diversity Forum Excluded Whites" published in the Northern Iowan on December 3, refuting its arguments about the forum, diversity, and discrimination; photos.
19 Diversity forum excluded whites
Northern Iowan 112:25, p.3

In the author's opinion, a recent open forum about diversity and discrimination on campus excluded the opinions and testimonies of white students; photo.
20 Administration faces diversity concerns
Northern Iowan 112:25, p.2

On November 19, students held a discussion in Seerley Hall to discuss discrimination on campus. It was followed by an open meeting of students, administration, faculty, and staff, where provost Jim Wohlpart and president Bill Ruud discussed discrimination and diversity; photo.
21 "Band-Aids on bullet holes"
Northern Iowan 112:22, p.1

Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) and various staff, students, and faculty protest the lack of administrative action on discrimination on campus; photos.
22 Dear future panthers...
Northern Iowan 112:21, p.1

After members of Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) boycotted an open house focusing on multicultural recruitment, UNI, ESP, the Black Student Union (BSU), Hispanic Latino Student Union (HLSU), and other multicultural student organizations held a forum on November 5 for students to discuss experiences with discrimination; photos.
23 CME restructure underway
Northern Iowan 112:20, p.2

The Center for Multicultural Education (CME) is being restructured with a student-centric focus to better serve students and faculty.
24 Hoping for happily ever after
Northern Iowan 112:14, p.1

Homecoming week's kick-off Pride Cry event was held at Lawther Field on October 12. The week's theme is "Once Upon a Time." Pride Cry finalists included the Student Admissions Ambassadors (SAA), Connecting Alumni to Students (CATS), Noehren Hall, Alpha Delta Pi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Dance Marathon and Camp Adventure. The Homecoming Court was also announced, including Molly Norman, Emily Thompson, Camryn Wrage, Alicia Hornfeck, Natalie Rork, Kantinka Kyeremateng, Jamal White, Kody Gafkjen, Archie Hardin, and Robert Orman.
25 Jeopardizing the Union
Northern Iowan 112:10, p.1

The LGBT* Center and UNI Veterans Association hosted a Jeopardy-style trivia night in Maucker Union on September 28; photo.
26 Hundreds gather at candlelight vigil to mourn death of fellow UNI student
Northern Iowan 112:8, p.2

Students gathered at the Campanile on September 23 for a candlelight vigil to remember the life of freshman Caitlyn Rae Burns; photo.
27 Welcome, from President Bill Ruud
Northern Iowan 112:1, p.3

UNI President Bill Ruud welcomes students to the beginning of the fall 2015 semester and urges students to take advantage of the opportunity to learn; photo.
28 Welcome, from president Bill Ruud
Northern Iowan 111:54, p. 		A welcome from UNI President Bill Ruud; photo.
29 Wohlpart announced as Provost
Northern Iowan 111:42, p.2 		Jim Wohlpart has been chosen to be the next Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs; photo.
30 Provost search continues
Northern Iowan 111:35, p.1 		All candidates for the position of provost have completed their formal interviews; photo.
31 NISG Elections: the blog is back
Northern Iowan 111:31, p.3 		Student Corey Cooling announces the return of the Northern Iowans blog covering the NISG elections; photo.
32 Provost search continues
Northern Iowan 111:30, p.1 		The search for a new provost is coming to an end; photo.
33 #BoisenForProvost2015
Northern Iowan 111:29, p.3 		Eric Boisen is sarcastically putting his hat in the ring for the currently open position of Provost at UNI; photo.
34 Broadband brings Obama
Northern Iowan 111:28, p.1

President Barack Obama came to Cedar Falls to speak about the importance of competition within the internet service providing market; photo.
35 UNI to host 24-hour day of giving
Public Relations News Release 2014:131, p.1 		UNI will host We Are One, from December 2 to the 3. The day will include 10 challenges issued by university leadership and alumni.
36 Board OK'd job cuts at universities
Northern Iowan 111:23, p.1 		The Board of Regents approved the cuts of over two-hundred university jobs.
37 United Way "champions" aim high
Northern Iowan 111:23, p.2 		UNI and Cedar Valley United way teamed up to support charities and families in need.
38 Solidarity
Northern Iowan 111:21, p.2

Students gathered outside the Maucker union to show support of those affected by the harmful social media posts.
39 Getting together to listen
Northern Iowan 111:21, p.4 		Rod Library hosted a listening table, a gathering where anyone can talk without being judged; photo.
40 UNI to host Jack Hatch for Education Forum
Public Relations News Release 2014:65, p.1 		UNI will host Jack Hatch for a Governor Candidate Education Forum, October 9, in Maucker Union, Ballroom C. Candidates for governor, the Congressional First District, and the U.S. Senate have been invited to participate in the forums.
41 UNI listed No. 2 in Midwest
Northern Iowan 111:8, p.1 		The United States News and World Reports named UNI the second best regional public university; photo
42 Pep rally gears students up for Homecoming game
Northern Iowan 111:7, p.1 		The Homecoming pep rally in McLeod Center included speeches from President Ruud, Defensive Line Coach Bryce Paup, performances by the Pride Cry finalists and the UNI Swim and Dive team, and the crowning of the Homecoming king and queen.
43 Kickoff to Homecoming week
Northern Iowan 111:6, p.4

Students crowded Lawther Field to celebrate UNI's Homecoming kickoff.
44 Enrollment stats show overall decrease in students
Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1 		A report issued by University Relations announced that UNI has a fall 2014 enrollment of 11,928 students; enrollment is 1.9% down from the number enrolled last year.
45 Branstad visits UNI campus; campaigns for upcoming midterm election
Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1 		Iowa Governor Terry Branstad visited UNI as part of his campaign in upcoming elections; photo.
46 Enrollment stats show overall decrease in students
Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1 		A report issued by University Relations announced that UNI has a fall 2014 enrollment of 11,928 students; enrollment is 1.9% down from the number enrolled last year.
47 Branstad visits UNI campus; campaigns for upcoming midterm election
Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1 		Iowa Governor Terry Branstad visited UNI as part of his campaign in upcoming elections; photo.
48 UNI retains rank among top Midwest public universities on U.S. News & World Report list
Public Relations News Release 2014:40, p.1 		UNI retained its No. 2 ranking in the "Best Regional Universities (Midwest)" category for public universities. UNI was also ranked No. 18 on a combined list of all public and private Midwest regional universities.
49 Recruiting new panthers
Northern Iowan 111:1, p.9 		A sea of purple flooded the McLeod Center as incoming freshmen and transfer students got a taste of what it means to be a Panther at the first annual Panther Kick-Off; photo.
50 Panthers are back in session; Ruud and NISG welcome students back to campus
Northern Iowan 111:1, p.1 		President Ruud and NISG leaders outline UNI high points and ask students to take an interest in their campus; urge them to become involved in campus matters; photo.