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1	Green Dot and ROTC to offer personal protection class Northern Iowan 119:48, p.1	04/06/2023	Green Dot and ROTC are partnering to provide ROTC cadets with a free personal protection class on April 17, 2023; photo.
2	KNOW MORE survey sent to students Northern Iowan 118:16, p.1	10/21/2021	The KNOW MORE gender violence survey was sent to students on October 1 and will stay open until November 19.
3	Sexual Assault reported on campus Northern Iowan 117:29, p.2	02/01/2021	UNI police release a report of a recent sexual assault on campus to the student body.
4	Student hosts pop-up thrift sale Northern Iowan 116:36, p.1	02/17/2020	Student Reagan Brown discusses how she developed The College Rack, a pop-up clothing business to make thrifting and secondhand clothes shopping more accessible to UNI students; photos.
5	Take Back the Night honors victims Northern Iowan 115:51, p.2	04/22/2019	Take Back the Night was held at Maucker Union on April 18, sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program and the Northern Iowa Feminists. The rally honors the survivors of sexual violence; photo.
6	Projects educates on violence, assault, abuse Northern Iowan 115:18, p.5	10/25/2018	The Clothesline Project will return to campus for its fifth year on October 26. Organized by the Women and Gender Studies department, the project is a national campaign addressing violence against women; photos.
7	LTE: Delay drives Kavanaugh accusation Northern Iowan 115:10, p.3	09/27/2018	Lucas Boyer, chairman of Young Americans for Freedom, writes a letter to the editor in response to the previous Northern Iowan piece "Kavanaugh hearing must be postponed." Boyer discusses the seriousness of sexual assault as well as importance and timing of the allegations, concluding that Ford's upcoming testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee is vital.
8	Feminist bring comedians Northern Iowan 114:49, p.5	04/09/2018	Northern Iowa Feminists hosted two female comedians as part of Women to the Front, a feminist non-profit action group. They will be collection donations for Moms Demand Action for Common Sense Gun Laws.
9	Bring back 'Walk a Mile' event Northern Iowan 114:48, p.3	04/05/2018	Columnist calls for the return of 'Walk a Mile' to help raise awareness for sexual assault
10	Bringing emotional abuse to the spotlight Northern Iowan 114:30, p.3	01/22/2018	Wolfe discusses a sexual coercion claim against actor Aziz Ansari. In the author's opinion, the incident is an example of sexual assault and emotional abuse, and is a societal pattern; photos.
11	Globes address sexual assault Northern Iowan 114:28, p.3	01/11/2018	Ortiz discusses the 75th Golden Globe Awards and gives opinions on the ceremony and recipients; photos.
12	Speaking up amidst allegations Northern Iowan 114:25, p.3	11/30/2017	Wolfe discusses rape culture, sexual harassment and assault, and discrimination, as well as personal experiences, including on campus; photos.
13	UNI student arrested for sexual abuse Northern Iowan 114:20, p.1	11/02/2017	UNI student Brandon Charles Westendorf was arrested on October 30 for charges of Third Degree Sexual Abuse for an alleged sexual assault on September 15. Westendorf was later released after posting bond; photo.
14	Sexual assault campaign is problematic Northern Iowan 114:16, p.4	10/19/2017	Columnist Wolfe discusses the #MeToo campaign. Wolfe thinks there needs to be more emphasis on actions that can be taken and on bystander interventions; photo.
15	Clothesline Project brings awareness Northern Iowan 114:15, p.2	10/16/2017	UNI's Women and Gender Studies (WGS) Program hosted the Clothesline Project to raise awareness of violence against women as a part of the Relationship Violence Awareness Month. People who have been effected by violence could write anonymous messages on the t-shirts that would be hung up around the Union; photo.
16	Movie mongul commits sexual assault Northern Iowan 114:14, p.3	10/12/2017	Columnist Ortiz discusses the sexual assault accusations against Harvey Weinstein who is a founder of Weinstein company and a Hollywood studios producer. He was accused of multiple sexual assaults from multiple women; photo.
17	Students pledge to be the change Northern Iowan 112:22, p.4	11/12/2015	The national campaign "It's On Us" to raise awareness about sexual assault comes to UNI; photos.
18	VP op-ed: It's on us to stop campus sexual assault Northern Iowan 112:21, p.4	11/09/2015	An op-ed from Vice President Joe Biden discusses sexual violence on college campuses and strategies for prevention and accountability; photo.
19	Take a pledge to protect fellow Panthers: SWS guest column Northern Iowan 112:13, p.3	10/12/2015	Student Wellness Services discusses health and safety during Homecoming week;photo.
20	Clinton 'deals in' on gender card Northern Iowan 112:6, p.1	09/17/2015	Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton spoke in Maucker Union on September 14, addressing women's and economic issues; photos.
21	The "M" press Northern Iowan 111:54, p.6	04/30/2015	"The Mast you live in" was a film shown as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month; photo.
22	In the name of misconduct Northern Iowan 111:52, p.3	04/23/2015	Renae Beard looks at some of the new laws in place for UNI faculty and Staff concerning sexual misconduct; photo.
23	Auction for awareness Northern Iowan 111:47, p.1	04/06/2015	Sigma Phi Epsilon held an auction to raise money for sexual assault awareness; photo.
24	Nobody deserves to be slut-shamed Northern Iowan 111:47, p.4	04/06/2015	Amber Rouse sheds some light on "Slut-shaming" and how it affects others.
25	Rude reports Northern Iowan 11:46, p.4	04/02/2015	A fake interview; photo.
26	SigEp see-SAAWs against assault Northern Iowan 11:46, p.1	04/02/2015	Sigma Phi Epsilon kicked off their sexual assault awareness week; photo.
27	Letter from the editor; 50 Shades of abuse, rape Northern Iowan 111:35, p.3	02/12/2015	Student Amber Rouse discusses her viewpoint on the "50 Shades Of Grey" movie; photo.
28	Assault policy changes Northern Iowan 111:33, p.1	02/05/2015	UNI's policy for reporting sexual crimes have changed, Faculty now must report all instances no matter how severe.
29	Letter from the editor Northern Iowan 111:21, p.2	11/10/2014	Northern Iowan editor Amber Rouse responds to a previous article on sexual assault and how women can better protect themselves.
30	Empower yourselves against assailants Northern Iowan 111:20, p.3	11/06/2014	Student Jessica Kautzer urges female students to take a greater stand against sexual assault and be more aggressive when it comes to protecting themselves.
31	Student sign up to take a stand Northern Iowan 111:20, p.1	11/06/2014	Over one hundred students signed a pledge in the Wellness and Recreation Center to end sexual harassment on campus; photo.
32	We reform the social culture, not them Northern Iowan 111:20, p.3	11/06/2014	Student Renae Beard talks about the increase in reported sexual assaults on campus, and explores ways that students can take a stand and prevent further issues.
33	'It's on us' to act Northern Iowan 111:17, p.2	11/03/2014	The 'It's on us' organizers are planning a week of events to help students show their support in ending sexual assault and harassment.
34	Assult reported on campus Northern Iowan 111:18, p.2	10/30/2014	A sexual assault was reported in Campbell hall.
35	So-called "sexual misconduct" Northern Iowan 111:18, p.3	10/30/2014	Christopher Daniel shares his opinion on the recent acts of sexual misconduct on campus and expresses how they should be punished more; photo.
36	All staff column; How can UNI make campus intolerant of assault cases? Northern Iowan 111:17, p.3	10/27/2014	Northern Iowan staff share their opinion on how UNI and its students should deal with sexual assault on campus; photo.
37	Relationship violence awareness month Northern Iowan 111:13, p.4	10/13/2014	October is Relationship violence awareness month.
38	Let's talk about sex, UNI Northern Iowan 111:9, p.5	09/29/2014	YouTube sex educator Laci Green came to the Maucker Union Ballroom and gave students a lesson on safe sexual practices.
39	An open letter to street harassers Northern Iowan 111:3, p.3	09/08/2014	Student Emily Harsch expresses her opinion on street harassment on campus; photo.
40	Panther portraits: Take Back the Night Northern Iowan 110:55, p.5	05/01/2014	Shows a group of students holding posters in a campus walk as a part of Take Back the Night.
41	Alleged sexual assault on the hill Northern Iowan 110:54, p.2	04/28/2014	The UNI Police Department investigated an alleged sexual assault. Anyone with information regarding the alleged assault is encouraged to call the UNI Police Department.
42	Bringing sexual assault into the light Northern Iowan 110:52, p.4	04/21/2014	April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. Sigma Phi Epsilon has put on several events to speak out against sexual assault. They think men are more willing to listen to other men to help bring awareness and prevent sexual assault; photo.
43	It's time to break the silence Northern Iowan 110:52, p.3	04/21/2014	The author encourages people to break down the taboo in our society surrounding sexual violence and trauma. Many survivors are afraid to tell anyone because of the stigma attached to it. Survivors need to open up and seek help instead of staying silent.
44	UNI hosts Take Back the Night to increase awareness of sexual assault Public Relations News Release 2013:257, p.1	04/17/2014	UNI will host Take Back the Night in Seerley Hall to increase awareness of sexual assault. There will be a panel discussion, a sign-making and March from Seerley Hall to the Campanile.
45	Men in high heels: students walk to promote sexual consent Northern Iowan 110:50, p.1	04/14/2014	The men of UNI walked around campus in red high heels to spread awareness of rape, gender violence, and sexual assault. The sixth annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event was hosted by UNI fraternities for Greek Week; photo.
46	Assault education triggers painful memories Northern Iowan 110:49, p.4	04/10/2014	Says that Sexual Assault Awareness Month brings the agony of abuse memories back to victims of sexual assault. Says we need to address all sexual violence, not just some of it.
47	UNI SAVE Forum Actors to present '(Re)Orientation' Public Relations News Release 2013:234, p.1	04/03/2014	UNI Students Against a Violent Environment (SAVE) will present "(Re)Orientation". The performance is to raise awareness and start conversations about preventing gender-based violence.
48	Walk a mile in her shoes at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:233, p.1	04/02/2014	UNI will host the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes to raise awareness about the serious causes and effects of sexualized violence against women. Registration is going on now.
49	Bullying and violence prevention summit to be held in Sioux City Public Relations News Release 2013:231, p.1	04/01/2014	UNI's Center for Violence Prevention and College of Education are sponsors for the upcoming Mentors in Violence Prevention Student Leadership Summit. The summit will take place in Sioux City. Two hundred high school kids will participate in the event.
50	Feminism is important for men, too Northern Iowan 110:33, p.4	02/03/2014	Says men need to step up and take an active role in feminist issues. If a person wants to combat and mitigate everyday sexism, he or she should start right away. Says the beginning of social change lies in the beliefs and attitudes of individuals.
51	Bonnie Campbell speaks on Violence Against Women Act Northern Iowan 109:52, p.1	04/26/2013	Bonnie Campbell, the Iowa Attorney General, came to UNI to speak about domestic violence, sexual abuse, and the Violence Against Women Act; photo.
52	UNI's Center for Violence Prevention announces 'Leading by Example' grants to area schools Public Relations News Release 2012:278, p.1	04/16/2013	The Center for Violence Prevention and UNI will recognize area high schools as part of the challenge grant initiative for violence prevention education. The purpose is to educate students and to prevent violence in relationships.
53	Increasing awareness and education of sexual assault Public Relations News Release 2012:275, p.1	04/15/2013	To celebrate Sexual Assault Awareness Month UNI will host several events including seminars on violence prevention and sexual assault awareness.
54	Upcoming UNISTA performance brings spin to pedophilia in families Northern Iowan 109:44, p.7	03/29/2013	UNISTA is showcasing the play "How I Learned to Drive." It follows Li'l Bit's life. She has been sexually abused by her uncle since she was eleven years old; photo.
55	'Invisible War' screening at UNI brings to light the struggle of military sexual assault victims Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1	10/30/2012	Documentary film about victims of rape in the military was shown at Lang Hall. Nearly two hundred people in attendance for screening of film and panel discussion; photo.
56	Penn State football program should get 'death penalty' Northern Iowan 108:60, p.3	07/20/2012	The results of the investigation into sexual abuse by a former assistant football coach has tainted several members of the Penn State family; including famed former coach, Joe Paterno. The University needs to be held accountable for the cover up.
57	SAVE Forum Actors engage and educate students Northern Iowan 108:51, p.7	04/17/2012	Interpreters Theatre hosted the group's performance of free-verse poetry, audience participation, and short skits to educate students about boundaries, gender roles, and sexual assault.
58	Just another awareness month? Northern Iowan 108:49, p.5	04/10/2012	One in five women in the United States have reported being raped in their lifetime. Sexual assault month, therefore, is not just another awareness month. Gender, power, violence, and sexuality all play a role in this terrible act.
59	'Carne Viva' based on Postville factory raid Northern Iowan 108:13, p.6	10/11/2011	Jennifer Cooley and Karen Mitchell have written a play based on interviews with workers from the Postville Agriprocessors plant. The play provides a chance for self-reflection on immigration and to view a different culture's response; photo.
60	Investigation into sexual assault victim's past raises legal, ethical questions Northern Iowan 108:11, p.1	10/04/2011	In 2004, two football players were found guilty of sexual abuse on an eighteen year old freshman student. In 2007 a civil lawsuit was filed against the university. Personal documents from the victim have been requested; photo.
61	Sexual awareness Northern Iowan 107:53, p.12	04/26/2011	A roommate's personal experience with sexual assault is shared. The emotions and hurt that go along with the attack are mind boggling. Students urged to contact Public Safety and report the crime.
62	'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes' Northern Iowan 107:51, p.8	04/19/2011	Bright red high heeled shoes were the item of the day for UNI men as they showed their support for promoting sexual assault awareness on campus; photo.
63	Booze + cruise = lose Northern Iowan 107:16, p.11	10/22/2010	Drinking and driving is a very dangerous combination. Over eighteen hundred young people, aged eighteen to twenty-four, die each year from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including automobile accidents; photo.
64	'Walking a Mile' for prevention, awareness and to take action Public Relations News Release 2009:424, p.1	04/26/2010	As Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) comes to a close, Greek Life is organizing the culminating event for this year's SAAM activities to build sexual assault awareness.
65	Breaking the cycle by breaking the silence Northern Iowan 106:51, p.5	04/20/2010	Believes that attitudes need to change in order for there to be a decrease in sexual violence.
66	Former professor sues UNI Northern Iowan 106:36, p.1	02/16/2010	UNI and the state Board of Regents are being sued for discrimination, harassment, and breach of contract by Bradley Barrett, former music professor.
67	Adjustments made to UNI's Sexual Misconduct Policy Northern Iowan 106:20, p.1	11/06/2009	A Legislative Oversight Committee examined the policies at Iowa, Iowa State, and UNI concerning gender violence. Several enhancements to the policy added clarity. The policy is available on the Student Affairs website.
68	Letter to the Editor Northern Iowan 106:7, p.4	09/22/2009	Response to Trevor Boeckmann's article on Tucker Max. Violations of several rules of conduct at UNI cited.
69	April is child abuse awareness month Northern Iowan 105:51, p.15	04/21/2009	Statistics report that 905,000 children were victims of maltreatment from October 2005 to September 2006 in the U. S. These abuses fall into the following categories; physical, sexual, emotional, and neglect.
70	Professor faces allegations of sexual abuse Northern Iowan 105:51, p.1	04/21/2009	Bradley Barrett has been named in a lawsuit, filed in November in Missouri, of allegedly sexually abusing Adam Walker. Walker was a high school student at the time and Barrett was the music teacher in the Logan Rogersville school district; photo.
71	UNI to participate in national anti-violence event 'Take Back the Night' Public Relations News Release 2008:477, p.1	04/17/2009	This event protests sexual assualt and violence against women. According to Charles Saini, a senior from Woodbury, Minn., participants at the vigil will have the opportunity to reflect on important issues in women's safety and sexual assualt.
72	Planting awareness of domestic violence Northern Iowan 105:40, p.9	03/03/2009	"Seeds of Hope" has as its mission statement: to provide quality education and comprehensive services concerning domestic violence and sexual assault. A clothing drive is currently under way to aid victims; photo.
73	Don't look now--flasher on the loose Northern Iowan 104:22, p.1	11/09/2007	Students respond to two incidents of a male exposing himself on campus.
74	Sexual assault: 1996-2005 Northern Iowan 104:22, p.1	11/09/2007	Graph showing number of assault victims and arrests in Iowa from 1996 through 2005; photo.
75	Some priests missing from sex offender list Northern Iowan 102:33, p.6	01/31/2006	Daniel Kortenkamp publicly accuses priest that sexually abused him when he was younger.
76	V-Day activities create awareness of women's issues Northern Iowan 102:32, p.9	01/27/2006	February 6-11 is designated as V-Day Week; photo.
77	'White Ribbon' speaker addresses masculinity in America Northern Iowan 101:52, p.4	04/19/2005	Alan Berkowitz spoke on preventing sexual abuse.
78	Putting an end to violence against women Northern Iowa Today 101:49, p.1	04/08/2005	"Take Back the Night" is a event designed to protest sexual assaults and violence against women; will be held Tuesday, April 12.
79	Stand up against violence toward women Northern Iowa Today 101:49, p.5	04/08/2005	Discusses the events of the upcoming White Ribbon Campaign.
80	Ending gender-based violence; if you or someone you know needs help, look no further than right on campus Northern Iowan 101:35, p.9	02/08/2005	The Phoenix Center offers help to sexual assault victims, along with educational resources.
81	UNI's V-Day committee plans week-long activities Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	02/03/2005	Activities include self-defense seminar, benefit concert, and 'The Vagina Monologues' performance.
82	Men and women against violence Northern Iowan 101:23, p.9	11/16/2004	Michael Kaufman, founder of the White Ribbon Campaign to end violence against women, speaks on campus; photo.
83	Michael Kaufman, founder of the White Ribbon Campaign, to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	11/03/2004	Will speak about "Women and Men: Working Together Against Violence" on November 10.
84	NI year in news Northern Iowan 101:55, p.1	04/30/2004	Recap of news stories and photographs from the 2003-2004 school year; photo.
85	Students rally to 'Take back the night' Northern Iowan 100:53, p.1	04/23/2004	Students march to raise awareness about sexual assault; photo.
86	UNI to host annual "Take Back the Night" event Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	04/14/2004	"Take Back the Night" is a event designed to protest sexual assults and violence against women, and will be held Tuesday, April 20.
87	UNI professor suggests 'forced celibacy' is cause of abuse by Catholic priests Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	03/03/2004	Katherine van Wormer believes that there is a difference in the way people view male and female victims of sexual abuse.
88	Hulse 'breaks silence' Northern Iowan 100:22, p.1	11/14/2003	Nancy Hulse spoke about rape awareness; photo.
89	Plea for Public Safety to keep campus aware Northern Iowan 99:50, p.9	04/15/2003	Criticizes Department of Public Safety for not disclosing the number of reported sexual assault cases.
90	Take Back the Night raises Sexual Assault Awareness Northern Iowan 99:50, p.13	04/15/2003	Take Back the Night will be hosted by GEA, SAVE, and Women's Studies Program tonight as a part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
91	UNI's 'Take Back the Night' activities acknowledge struggles of sexual violence survivors Public Relations News Release 2002:453, p.1	04/10/2003	"Take Back the Night" will be held on top of the Maucker Union beginning at 5 p.m. on April 15.
92	Columnist vows to hit the issues Northern Iowan 99:34, p.5	02/07/2003	Urges men to act like gentlemen towards the women at the bars.
93	Nationwide movement sweeping UNI Northern Iowan 99:34, p.9	02/07/2003	UNI will celebrate their second annual V-Day Awareness Week; brief history of V-Day Awareness Week.
94	'Take Back the Night Rally 2002' at UNI, Wednesday, April 17 Public Relations News Release 2001:441, p.1	04/12/2002	Take Back the Night, a nationwide program to unite men and women against sexual assault, will take place on the Union Plaza.
95	Catholic priest speaks of scandals; Father Haugen discusses recent Catholic church sex controversy with NI Northern Iowan 98:49, p.1	04/12/2002	Father John Haugen supports reform in the Catholic Church, and discusses the recent sexual scandals within the Catholic Church.
96	Student voices Northern Iowan 98:49, p.13	04/12/2002	Students respond to the question: "What do you think the solution is to the issue of the Catholic priest scandal?"; photo.
97	Catholic reformers spurred by scandals Northern Iowan 98:47, p.1	04/05/2002	Allegations of sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests has spurred debates about the possible reformation of the Catholic Church.
98	UNI taking steps in prevention of violence Northern Iowan 98:33, p.1	02/05/2002	UNI is trying to make its campus safe, and has established the SAVE Center, and SAVE Frontline to accomplish this goal.
99	Women's Studies grant will help combat violence against women Campus News Network 11:6, p.1	10/09/2000	UNI's Women's Studies received a $50,000 grant from the U. S. Department of Justice to help reduce violence against women on campus.
100	Sexism and violence series ends with Roxie Tullis' talk on Tuesday, Nov. 16 Public Relations News Release 1999:132, p.1	11/11/1999	Roxie Tullis will deliver a talk on violence in loving relationships at 7:30 p.m., November 16, in UNI's Sabin Hall.