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Sidewalks

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1 Icy sidewalks lead to student injury
Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 108:32, p.2
1/31/2012 The decision to put down ice melt on sidewalks did not help Shauna Happel. She fell on the ice and broke her leg. Paul Meyermann defended the decision not to put down sand.
2 Safety tips to ensure a warm and safe winter
Tjossem--Kirsten Ruth (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:23, p.7
11/15/2011 Tips include staying dry, observe sidewalk conditions, and use winter driving skills. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be examined.
3 Updates coming to UNI pedestrian bridge
Braumann--Kari Sue (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 107:58, p.1
7/1/2011 The walking bridge over Hudson Road becomes very slippery when wet or following the clearing of snow. Several safety concerns will be addressed. Resurfacing will be the first step prior to a planned refurbishing next year.
4 NISG establishes new chalking policy
Snook--Jessica Ann (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:10, p.1
10/1/2010 Chalking of sidewalks is now covered by a policy from the Student Government. Messages must be signed by those leaving the message. No overwriting or defacing will be allowed. Disciplinary action may be initiated for violations; photo.
5 University of Northern Iowa student shares his sidewalk chalk art
Kintzel--Scott Elliott (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:47, p.1
4/6/2010 Garrett Hayes enjoys showing his work; photo.
6 Walking etiquette
French--Larissa A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 106:17, p.8
10/27/2009 Be careful when walking with umbrellas. Be alert not to block traffic if you walk at a slower pace. Being kind and courteous to other walkers will result in friendly interactions.
7 Man vs. machine vying for space on crowded sidewalks
Murphy--Brian Sullivan (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.7
9/15/2009 Makes case for widening campus sidewalks so that bikers and walkers have enough room to move.
8 Pardon the construction: progress under way
Jastorff--Mark A. (Alumni Relations Staff)
Northern Iowa Today 92:2, p.Inside front cover
11/1/2008 Quick look at construction projects on and off campus: new parking deck and College Hill renovation; photo.
9 Anger over the UNI Ed. Department
Abbott--Tristan E. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:15, p.9
10/16/2007 Complains about length of education major, educational media course, high tuition and fees, health center service, and computer installation advice.
10 Construction projects reconsidered
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:3, p.5
8/31/2007 Questions the timing and selection of campus construction projects; requests more student oriented improvements; photo.
11 Construction takes students' needs to heart
Hawthorne--Morgan L. A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 103:58, p.1
6/22/2007 Facilities Planning Advisory Committee keeps students in mind as construction projects take place; photo.
12 Constructing a (beer) fountain of youth
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 103:56, p.3
6/8/2007 Writer fantasizes about campus improvement projects; would like to see beer fountains; photo.
13 Summer campus upgrades deserve patience from all
Hawthorne--Morgan L. A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 103:56, p.3
6/8/2007 A look at construction projects on campus; believes students should take the long view despite current inconveniences.
14 How do the UNI students cross the road? It's no joke, but police will make sure drivers get it
Schissel--Adam (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 102:18, p.1
10/28/2005 Public Safety will hand out cards at problem intersections to raise awareness about crosswalks; photo.
15 Campus construction causes headaches for some
Gross--Cindy Marie (Student--2004)
Northern Iowan 100:57, p.1
6/18/2004 Although no major walkways have been obstructed, renovations to turn the East Gymnasium into the Innovative Teaching and Technology Center are inconvenient for some students; photo.
16 Students enjoy spring sunshine
Andrews--Eric A. (Student--2002)
Northern Iowan 100:49, p.1
4/9/2004 Students take advantage of the warm weather; photo.
17 Chalk talk troubles
Henry--Georgia A. (Library Staff)
Northern Iowan 99:48, p.9
4/8/2003 Asks that those writing on sidewalks, not write in places where people sit.
18 Untitled
Mahr--Stacy M. (Student--2003)
Northern Iowan 99:46, p.10
4/1/2003 Criticizes those who wrote certain anti-war statements on the sidewalks.
19 Untitled
Northern Iowan 98:53, p.8
4/26/2002 Comments on a letter of apology concerning the rude captions written on the sidewalk next to an invitation to Take Back the Night, and encourages men to walk women home when it's dark.
20 Added chalk captions harassing, insensitive
Miller--Catherine M. (Mathematics Faculty)
Northern Iowan 98:52, p.9
4/23/2002 Criticizes those who wrote rude comments on sidewalks next to messages about Take Back the Night.
21 Cemented-over cowpaths source of angst
Freeman--Michael S. (Class of 2002)
Northern Iowan 98:14, p.7
10/19/2001 Believes that the environment is an important part of UNI.
22 Straightening out the cowpaths
Hardin--Brent (Class of 2001)
Northern Iowan 96:61, p.6
7/21/2000 Crews are shown constructing new sidewalks to the Curris Business Building.
23 UNI campus is a work of art
Freeman--Michael S. (Class of 2002)
Northern Iowan 96:20, p.8
11/5/1999 Student feels the "cow paths" are not a problem compared to the overall condition of other campuses.
24 Cowpaths crisscrossing campus cause eyesores
Grimstad--Angie (Student--1999)
Northern Iowan 96:9, p.1
9/28/1999 Many students comment on the unattractive appearance of paths worn in the grass, but most use them anyway; photo.
25 Student voices
Northern Iowan 96:9, p.9
9/28/1999 Students Maranda Smith, Erik Finch, and Hannah Haarhues give their opinions on what should be done about the cowpaths on campus.
26 Quit complaining, already
Northern Iowan 95:34, p.6
2/5/1999 Students and faculty are complaining about a high traffic sidewalk to Lang Hall being blocked for the renovations.
27 Bikes dangerous on campus walkways
Herman--George
Northern Iowan 94:3, p.9
9/9/1997 Cyclist urges other cyclists to use roads rather than sidewalks on campus.
28 Speak your mind with respect
Olsen--David L.
Northern Iowan 93:10, p.8
10/4/1996 Columnist comments on Jeremy Whitaker's column and UNIGLO's right to advertise meetings in chalk on sidewalks.
29 UNIGLO's chalk brought many to talk
Nelson--Scott (Class of 1999)
Northern Iowan 93:7, p.9
9/24/1996 UNIGLO co-chair responds to letters concerning writing advertisements on sidewalks with chalk.
30 Chalk graffiti? Spare me
Rider--Paul Edward (Chemistry Faculty)
Northern Iowan 93:6, p.8
9/20/1996 Believes organizations should not advertise their meetings in chalk on the sidewalks.
31 UNIGLO has gone way overboard
Rohan--Patrick
Northern Iowan 93:6, p.8
9/20/1996 Student comments on UNIGLO advertising and wants writing on sidewalks and walls to end.
32 Would it kill people to say 'hello' every now and again?
Hayworth--Bret
Northern Iowan 92:24, p.8
11/17/1995 Wishes people were more friendly; has suggestions for chalk messages on sidewalks.
33 Continuing construction; Union sidewalk represents most recent campus obstacle
Fritz--Susan C. (Class of 1995)
Northern Iowan 92:19, p.1
10/31/1995 Construction crews correcting mistakes and making improvements on sidewalk between Union and Library; photo.
34 Under construction
Muehl--Michele A. (Class of 1997)
Northern Iowan 92:1, p.1
8/25/1995 Several campus construction projects nearing completion, but some sidewalks are still torn up; photo.
35 New regulation restricts use of skateboards, rollerblades at UNI
Iehl--Jerri (Class of 1998)
Northern Iowan 91:61, p.4
6/16/1995 Skateboarding is prohibited; rollerblading allowed only on sidewalks and hard surfaces where bicycles are permitted.
36 Tow ropes would make sidewalks more fun
Northern Iowan 90:33, p.5
2/1/1994 Critical of administration's efforts to deal with bad weather.
37 Slippery sidewalks prove dangerous on campus
Northern Iowan 88:27, p.7
12/10/1991 Student falls on slippery patch.
38 Regents to debate answer to UNI dorm crunch
Dolgener--Jennifer A. (Class of 1993)
Northern Iowan 87:16, p.7
10/26/1990 Regents will consider proposal for new residence hall. Other NISG meeting topics included food services, sidewalks, project funding, and open positions.
39 Taking the extra minute
Smaldino--Joseph J. (Communicative Disorders Faculty)
Northern Iowan 87:16, p.2
10/26/1990 Professor comments on individuals who cut across the grass instead of taking the sidewalk.
40 More cement to be torn up?; "fenced out even longer"
Feuling--John S.
Northern Iowan 87:12, p.1
10/12/1990 Concrete between the Union and Sabin Hall will be replaced soon; photo.
41 A different point of view; accessibility of campus questioned
Hahn--Jessica J. (Class of 1995)
Northern Iowan 87:11, p.9
10/9/1990 Although UNI has made progress in campus accessibility, many handicapped students still find the facilities and sidewalks inaccessible.
42 Construction comments
Campus News Network 1:2, p.2
9/17/1990 Sidewalk and parking lot progress.
43 With a little planning you can get there from here on the University of Northern Iowa campus this fall
Public Relations News Release 1990:11, p.1
8/23/1990 Wet weather causes delays in sidewalk and road construction; maps provided to aid students.
44 The Insanity Parade
Hagerman--Brian (Class of 1992)
Northern Iowan 86:6, p.3
9/22/1989 Finds that sidewalks do not take him where he wants to go.
45 Stopped by setting cement
Northern Iowan 85:7, p.11
9/20/1988 Sidewalks around Commons and Campanile under construction; photo.
46 UNI sidewalks improved
Suchomel--Lisa (Student--1986-1988)
Northern Iowan 85:3, p.3
9/2/1988 Paul Meyermann talks about sidewalks on campus.
47 Sidewalks, courts part of latest project
Nielsen--Kris (Student--1988)
Northern Iowan 84:66, p.1
7/22/1988 Sidewalks and sand volleyball courts under construction between Towers and Campbell Hall; renovation of lower level of Gilchrist Hall nearing completion.
48 UNI taking steps to improve accessibility for handicapped
Watts--Timothy
Northern Iowan 84:53, p.9
4/15/1988 A look at campus improvements aimed at accessibility.
49 Road renovation, landscaping projects planned in next year
Smith--Michael Joseph (Classes of 1986 and 1990)
Northern Iowan 84:43, p.6
3/4/1988 List of projects includes work near Visitor Information Center and many sidewalks.
50 Grassy look in the making of Gilchrist
Danielson--Denise
Northern Iowan 84:11, p.1
10/2/1987 27th Street north of Gilchrist Hall to be removed.

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