Ruud--William N. (President of UNI)

Displaying 51 - 100 of 113 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
51	Future teaches make the next step Northern Iowan 110:48, p.1	04/07/2014	The College of Education inducted 200 students into its teacher education program. Over sixty students attended the induction ceremony. After the ceremony, students and their families were invited to a reception in the lobby of the GBPAC; photo.
52	Heroes convene at Rod Northern Iowan 110:46, p.1	03/31/2014	Rod Library hosted a Mini Comic Con event with about 1,200 people in attendance. The event featured several different discussions as well as artwork and a costume contest. Comic shops The Core and Limited Edition sponsored the costume contest; photo.
53	Induction of future teachers at UNI is April 2 Public Relations News Release 2013:218, p.1	03/26/2014	More than 200 students will be inducted into the UNI Teacher Education Program and are invited to participate in the induction ceremony. There will be a reception in the lobby following induction for the students and their families.
54	Pledges give aid to kids Northern Iowan 110:41, p.1	03/03/2014	Many students participated in UNI's third annual Dance Marathon. UNI Dance Marathon was able to raise $176,498.03 for the Iowa Children's Hospital and the Children's Miracle Network. It was a great way for students to help families in need; photo.
55	Panthers storm the capitol Northern Iowan 110:40, p.1	02/27/2014	Many UNI students and faculty when to the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines for the second annual UNI Day at the Capitol. They were able to tell stories about the people at UNI to show the representatives UNI's impact on Iowa.
56	UNI groups bond over Times trivia Northern Iowan 110:39, p.1	02/24/2014	The New York Times sponsored a trivia night at UNI. Groups from all over campus came together to compete for the grand prize of $125. Many students and faculty enjoyed bonding throughout the night; photo.
57	'UNI Day' to be held at Iowa Capitol Feb. 24 Public Relations News Release 2013:181, p.1	02/18/2014	UNI will host UNI Day at the Statehouse at the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines. The even highlights UNI programs to express the importance of UNI to the state. Alumni are encouraged to attend.
58	Regents discuss audits and faculty resignations Northern Iowan 110:35, p.1	02/10/2014	Student organizations, intramurals, and sports clubs at UNI are being audited to make sure they are operating as they should. President Ruud is confident the audit will help the university's organizations.
59	Proposed center to study various university issues Northern Iowan 110:33, p.3	02/03/2014	A group of UNI staff members recently presented plans for a proposed Center for the Study of Undergraduate Education to Faculty Senate. The center has not been approved yet, but the group has begun a research project.
60	Censure decision will be made in June Northern Iowan 110:33, p.3	02/03/2014	UNI is facing possible censure from the American Association of University Professors. The case against UNI comes from the university's decision to terminate dozens of majors, minors, and graduate programs in 2012, allegedly without consultation.
61	Students jumpstart on diversity Northern Iowan 110:31, p.1	01/27/2014	UNI hosted its sixth annual Town Hall on Diversity. Regina Dixon-Reeves, diversity specialist at the University of Chicago, was the keynote speaker for the event. Attendees discussed UNI programs that aid in the diversity of students; photo.
62	President Ruud expresses appreciation for Governor's support of tuition freeze Public Relations News Release 2013:155, p.1	01/14/2014	President Ruud expresses his thanks to Governor Branstad for the budget recommendations in support of UNI. This will allow UNI to freeze tuition for its second consecutive year. The Governor also supported the $2 million renovation of Schindler.
63	President Ruud named to AASCU Board of Directors Public Relations News Release 2013:151, p.1	01/06/2014	University of Northern Iowa President Bill Ruud has been named to the 2014 Board of Directors for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). President Ruud will be one of the 15 presidents serving as a director for AASCU.
64	Why UNI needs a tuition freeze--and why $10 million matters Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.7	01/01/2014	A look at the difficult financial situation of the university. Freezing tuition for the second consecutive year and making permanent last year's $10 million one-time funding would help.
65	Distinguished awards celebration Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.25	01/01/2014	Mark Oman, Beverly Wynn Riess, Matt Harris, and Keith and Joyce Borglum win Heritage Honors Awards; David Martinson, Jackson Baty, and University Book and Supply win President's Philanthropy Awards; photo.
66	Policy changes for pregnant and parenting students Northern Iowan 110:28, p.2	12/13/2013	UNI's Faculty Senate is working on a policy change to prevent pregnant students from being penalized for missing class due to medical reasons. The changes will become official upon the approval of President Rudd.
67	UNI named to list of nation's top 100 'Best Values in Public Colleges' by Kiplinger's Personal Finance for 2014 Public Relations News Release 2013:144, p.1	12/11/2013	UNI was ranked number 71 in the top 100 "Best Values in Public Colleges" by Kiplinger's Personal finance for 2014. The ranking is based on a combination of outstanding education as well as economic value.
68	UNI School of Music to present International Piano Competition Public Relations News Release 2013:129, p.1	11/21/2013	UNI School of Music will present the Midwest International Piano Completion. The winner will receive $25,000 as well as a recording contract with Blue Griffin Record label.
69	UNI community gives feedback on higher education reforms Northern Iowan 110:24, p.1	11/19/2013	UNI was selected as one of four schools in the nation to hold a public hearing with the U.S. Department of Education about college affordability. Administration is looking to tie federal financial aid to a rating system based on educational value; photo.
70	Veterans kick off first ball Northern Iowan 110:23, p.1	11/15/2013	The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Association held its first annual Veterans Ball. President Ruud was the key note speaker. The event was part of UNI's ongoing effort to support incoming veterans on campus; photo.
71	University of Northern Iowa students to honor veterans Public Relations News Release 2013:114, p.1	11/06/2013	UNI is hosting a variety of events in honor of Veterans Day. These events will pay tribute to past and present service members and promote awareness.
72	First formal military ball to be held at UNI Northern Iowan 110:18, p.4	10/29/2013	The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Association is kicking off a week of events with their first formal military ball on November 11, Veterans Day. The ball is open to the public. Registration must be completed by November 1.
73	Remembering a professor, colleague, and friend Northern Iowan 110:17, p.1	10/25/2013	Professor Cliff Chancey passed away on October 19. He was a beloved professor and colleague. Funeral services will be held at 10:30a.m. on Saturday, October 26 at First United Methodist Church.
74	Controversial musical hits Strayer-Wood Northern Iowan 110:17, p.4	10/25/2013	"Spring Awakening" is a Strayer-Wood Theatre musical that is set to open on October 31. It deals with controversial subjects and is meant for mature audiences only; photo.
75	Carve your own President Ruud pumpkin! Northern Iowan 110:17, p.5	10/25/2013	Has an outline of President Ruud's face to carve on a pumpkin; photo.
76	Former Olympian addresses UNI Northern Iowan 110:16, p.1	10/22/2013	Olympian Anita DeFrantz spoke at the Hall of Excellence induction ceremony. The 2013 inductees included Donald Briggs, Mark Farley, Frederick Pelley, and Debra Stephenson. These are people who have positively represented UNI over the years; photo.
77	UNI students pump up the pep for Homecoming Northern Iowan 110:14, p.1	10/15/2013	The finals of the pride cry were held at the Homecoming Pep Rally. Student Admissions Ambassadors/Connecting Alumni to Students won. Dance Marathon came in second, while Alpha Delta Pi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon came in third; photo.
78	Thank you! Northern Iowan 110:13, p.5	10/11/2013	Thanks the students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and supporters of UNI for their participation in the installation of President Ruud; photo.
79	Redeker Center reopened Northern Iowan 110:13, p.7	10/11/2013	The official grand reopening of the University of Northern Iowa's Redeker Cent and the Panther Village Phase II dedication was held inside the Piazza Dining Center on Wednesday, October 9.
80	UNI Hall of Excellence to host speaker and ceremony Public Relations News Release 2013:86, p.1	10/09/2013	UNI will be hosting Anita DeFrantz, member of the International Olympic Committee, in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Hall of Excellence. This year four people will be inducted into the Hall of Excellence.
81	Ruud joins UNI ass 10th president Northern Iowan 110:12, p.1	10/08/2013	William Ruud was formally welcomed as the 10th president of UNI. Many students, faculty, and alumni attended the event; photo.
82	UNI helps further 'Healthiest State' initiative Public Relations News Release 2013:82, p.1	10/07/2013	UNI is joining the movement to make Iowa the healthiest state in the nation. There will be several walks held on October 9 to get people out and moving. President Ruud, Mrs. Ruud, and Mayor Crews will be participating in the walk.
83	An open letter to UNI President William Ruud Northern Iowan 110:10, p.3	10/01/2013	Linh Ta talks about the installation of President Ruud. Expresses concern about the different issues UNI is currently facing. Encourages President Ruud to remember his goals, aspirations, and commitment to serving the UNI community.
84	UNI to host statewide TRiO Leadership Conference Public Relations News Release 2013:69, p.1	09/25/2013	UNI will host the sixth annual TRiO Student Leadership Conference. More than 175 students from schools all across Iowa will attend to develop their leadership skills. TRiO programs are federal outreach programs to help underrepresented students.
85	UNI hires new UR director Northern Iowan 110:6, p.1	09/17/2013	UNI recently hired UNI alumnus Scott Ketelsen as director of University Relations. Mr. Ketelsen knows that UNI has gone through a rough patch, but he thinks the future is very bright.
86	Reception welcomes LGBT students Northern Iowan 110:6, p.4	09/17/2013	The LGBT community had record attendance at the fourth annual Rainbow Reception. This is just one of the many ways UNI is striving to be an open and nonjudgmental university. Many students support efforts of UNI Proud and the LGBT community; photo.
87	Ruud to be installed as UNI's 10th President, Friday, Oct. 4 Public Relations News Release 2013:52, p.1	09/13/2013	President William N. Ruud will be officially installed as the 10th president of UNI on Friday, October 4. There will also be several other events celebrating the new president.
88	BOR approves big-ticket items Northern Iowan 110:5, p.1	09/13/2013	UNI's official enrollment this year reached 12,159 students. This number is higher than predicted, but lower than last fall's enrollment. At the Board of Regents meeting UNI requested $10 million to help with renovations to Schindler Education Center.
89	University of Northern Iowa 2013 fall enrollment exceeds expectations by more than 350 Public Relations News Release 2013:44, p.1	09/11/2013	UNI enrollment exceeded the expected projection by 359 students. This is a 3.3 percent increase in new student enrollment, as well as a 20.8 percent increase in graduate student enrollment.
90	Scott Ketelsen named director of UNI's Office of University Relations Public Relations News Release 2012:39, p.1	09/10/2013	Scott Ketelsen has recently been named the director of University Relations. As an alumnus, he is very excited to be back at UNI. Ketelsen has had a lot of experience working at both Kirkwood Community College and the University of Iowa.
91	U.S. News & World Report ranks UNI No. 2 public regional university in the Midwest Public Relations News Release 2013:40, p.1	09/10/2013	UNI was ranked as second in the "Best Regional Universities (Midwest)" category for public universities. UNI was also ranked 13th on a list of combined public and private universities list. This is an improvement from being ranked 22nd last year.
92	Craving for diversity Northern Iowan 110:3, p.3	09/06/2013	The author expresses a need for a more diverse student body at UNI. She thinks that by having a more diverse campus it would enhance learning and lead to more interesting discussions in class.
93	Attendance at UNI's fall faculty workshop shows commitment to improve teaching Public Relations News Release 2013:35, p.1	09/05/2013	More than 300 faculty attended the fall faculty workshop. This is record attendance for the past few years. Susan Hill was named the director of the new Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
94	Letter from Ruud: Welcome to UNI Northern Iowan 110:1, p.4	08/22/2013	President Ruud welcomes students back to campus and encourages them to get involved both on campus and in the community; photo.
95	Ruud discusses enrollment plans Northern Iowan 110:1, p.1	08/22/2013	Enrollment at the University of Northern Iowa is decreasing. President Ruud is investigating a tuition advantage program for bordering states. There are also plans for three open house Saturdays during football season, complete with free tickets.
96	UNI to host new interactive exhibit at Iowa State Fair, Aug. 8-18 Public Relations News Release 2013:13, p.13	08/05/2013	UNI will be featuring a new interactive multimedia station at the Iowa State Fair this year. Visitors will be able to take a picture with a life-size cutout of UNI's mascot, TC. This will be a great way to talk to prospective students.
97	IHSAA championships to remain at UNI-Dome through 2017 Public Relations News Release 2013:7, p.1	07/17/2013	UNI and the Iowa High School Athletic Association have agreed to a five-year extension of the contract for state football finals in the UNI-Dome. The state championship games have been hosted in the UNI-Dome since 1976.
98	UNI receives $1 million gift for scholarships Public Relations News Release 2013:3, p.1	07/08/2013	The Gerdin Family Foundation has donated $1 million to create the Ben and Pat Endowed Scholarship fund at UNI. This scholarship will honor UNI's former president and help assist hardworking, motivated students.
99	UNI to host international conference on violence and religion Public Relations News Release 2013:3, p.1	07/08/2013	UNI will host this year's Colloquium on Violence and Religion. This years conference will focus on the impact of industrial agriculture on the ecosystem. Whitney Bauman and Mark Wallace will both speak on how religion has impacted the natural world.
100	New UNI president adjusts to campus, looks to future Northern Iowan 109:57, p.1	06/28/2013	President Ruud and his wife Judy have been keeping busy since their move to Cedar Falls about four weeks ago. President Ruud has been spending his time dealing with university matters and meeting UNI students and faculty.