Social Media

Displaying 101 - 150 of 152 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
101	UNI makes advances in the world of digital education Public Relations News Release 2013:16, p.1	08/13/2013	UNI has created a new Interactive Digital Studies (IDS) program. This major came about because of the continued growth of the digital world. There are currently 29 IDS majors and 19 minors.
102	UNI adds former Virginia guard Jesperson Northern Iowan 109:55, p.2	06/14/2013	Paul Jesperson announced on his twitter account he had chosen to transfer to UNI. UNI head coach Ben Jacobson made the official press release on June 11. He will have to sit out the 2013-14 season, but will be a red-shirt junior for 2014-15 season.
103	UNI professor's research finds texting in class results in lower grades Public Relations News Release 2012:312, p.1	06/04/2013	Professor Clayson's article finds students who texted in class receive lower grades. Studies show most students thought they could multitask, but Clausen said the idea is largely untrue. Teachers will need to consider how they will handle texting.
104	How's your social life? Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.12	05/01/2013	The university is making an effort to keep in contact via Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
105	Pin Happy! Northern Iowan 109:52, p.4	04/26/2013	Tells how to make a frosted mason jar and tissue paper pom-pons. Directions came from the website Pinterest.
106	New Zealand shows us a lesson in humanity Northern Iowan 109:51, p.3	04/23/2013	Author believes that New Zealand set a global example by legalizing same-sex marriage in a humane way. He feels that many Americans should see this as a lesson of good sense and civility that trumps political affiliation.
107	Bashing through the trolls Northern Iowan 109:51, p.3	04/23/2013	The author responds to and shares her own experiences with "trolls" on the Internet. She feels that many college students could make a difference in younger students' lives by talking to them about the dangers of bullying.
108	Playing a ballad of silence: unheard activists Northern Iowan 109:51, p.4	04/23/2013	The author explains that throughout history music has inspired change, but this does not happen now. She urges readers to take social reform into their own hands and to get involved.
109	I spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:48, p.2	04/12/2013	Readers must guess where a photo was taken on the UNI campus and post their answer on the Northern Iowan Facebook page. Last issue's winner was Ken Connelly.
110	A Christian perspective on gay marriage Northern Iowan 109:48, p.4	04/12/2013	Says the "hot topic" is currently gay marriage. When people began changing their profile picture on Facebook to the red equal sign, those who did not were labeled as bigots. This is not fair. Someone opposing your views does not make them an enemy.
111	'Clusterflunk' comes to UNI Northern Iowan 109:48, p.6	04/12/2013	Clusterflunk, a website aimed at improving college success, is coming to UNI. The idea for Clusterflunk came from two former UNI students, AJ Nelson and Joe Dallago. Clusterflunk is social media for the classroom; photo.
112	I spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:46, p.2	04/05/2013	Weekly photo contest. Post your answer on the Northern Iowan Facebook page. The March 29 picture, which no one guessed, was of artwork in the Commons; photo.
113	HRC logo floods social media sites Northern Iowan 109:46, p.1	04/05/2013	As the Proposition 8 and Defense of Marriage Act hearings take place in front of the Supreme Court, social media is seeing a large support for equality. The red equal sign is seen all over Facebook newsfeeds, showing the call for marriage equality.
114	KIRB Check: Main Street's secret recipe Northern Iowan 109:45, p.7	04/02/2013	The author writes about a new shop in town, Stew's. Stew's sells antiques and vintage items. The owner uses social media sites such as Facebook to advertise.
115	'Confessions' pages spark controversy: concerns over student privacy arise on social media site Northern Iowan 109:45, p.1	04/02/2013	Students and faculty respond to recent anonymous social media sites. Some fear that sites like Cedar Falls Crushes, Confessions of a UNI Student, and UNI Missed Connections may violate student privacy.
116	Pin Happy! Northern Iowan 109:44, p.7	03/29/2013	Directions on how to make Easter Egg Jelly Bean Bark. The recipe can be found on the Pinteresrt website; photo.
117	Going green is nothing new Northern Iowan 109:44, p.5	03/29/2013	The author says the green movement is not a recent concept. There are many ways to help the movement. Reduce, reuse, and recycle should be everyone's motto.
118	Free yourself from the Internet echo chamber Northern Iowan 109:43, p.3	03/15/2013	Encourages readers to reduce their reliance on the internet as a social medium; photo.
119	Pin Happy! Northern Iowan 109:39, p.6	03/01/2013	The column tells how to make your own tutu. The directions come from the website Pinterest; photo.
120	The pundits and trolls are getting old Northern Iowan 109:37, p.3	02/22/2013	The author feels that anonymous twitter accounts such as @Panther_Pundit and @NISGtroll are getting a little out of hand. The authors of these accounts are making bold and somewhat rude claims about the student body presidential election.
121	Meet the candidates for NISG president and vice president Northern Iowan 109:36, p.1	02/19/2013	Photograph, website, and Facebook information for each candidate for president and vice president of Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
122	Free social media presentation for Waterloo business owners and entrepreneurs Public Relations News Release 2012:190, p.1	02/05/2013	UNI is partnering with the Waterloo Neighborhood Economic Development Corporation to give a presentation entitled, "Social Media Tools for Small Businesses". Attendees can learn more about Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
123	You can handle the truth Northern Iowan 109:32, p.4	02/05/2013	Author feels people do not communicate with each other any more. E-mails and texts are sent rather than confronting a person face to face. Instead of telling someone how we feel, we use Facebook and Twitter to vent; photo.
124	Pin Happy! Northern Iowan 109:31, p.6	02/01/2013	Step by step plans for a Valentine's Day wreath, and a sewn felt heart hanging; photo.
125	Real eyes realize real lies Northern Iowan 109:29, p.3	01/25/2013	Author discusses the "American dream". Advises readers to explore their potential, discover what makes them happy, and then pursue it; photo.
126	Petraeus scandal a reminder that email isn't private Northern Iowan 109:24, p.1	11/16/2012	Ordinary citizens have very few privacy protection laws today. Many people use the Web to store their entire digital lives. Attempts to reform federal law in Congress and courts has failed.
127	Bipartisan event celebrates end of election Northern Iowan 109:24, p.1	11/16/2012	Students celebrate the end of this year's elections with a party in the Maucker Union ballroom. Entertainment and refreshments were included. The event was entitled "Election: 2012: Thank God It's Over Celebration"; photo.
128	Pin Happy! Northern Iowan 109:22, p.4	11/09/2012	Step by step plans for homemade coasters; photo
129	Students respond to controversial poster Northern Iowan 109:22, p.1	11/09/2012	A poster placed in the Industrial Technology Center caused an uproar on campus. The poster condemned the efforts of lesbian, gay, transgender and bisexual students at UNI. The poster was shared repeatedly on social media sites.
130	No Shave saves water Northern Iowan 109:21, p.7	11/06/2012	Student Nature Society at UNI combines 'No Shave November' with water conservation pledges. Students can purchase a moustache bracelet and pledge to save water during the month of November.
131	I Spy Northern Iowan 109:20, p.2	11/02/2012	Mystery photo contest continues. Post answer on Facebook. Freshman Eric Mulder identified last photo as artwork in the Rialto Dining Center; photo.
132	Candidates need to be open and accessible Northern Iowan 109:20, p.6	11/02/2012	Student letter addresses issues with Matt Reisetter's campaign to students. Letter alleges that he worked for an extreme right organization for five years.
133	LGBT Center committee responds to anti-Center campus posters Northern Iowan 109:20, p.6	11/02/2012	Student responds to anti-LGBT letters posted on campus and social media. Addresses the need for an LGBT Center to educate the campus community.
134	Angry? Talk to your NISG senators Northern Iowan 109:19, p.7	10/30/2012	Summary of letters posted against the formation of an LGBT center. Students encouraged to share concerns with their NISG senators. URL given to find list of NISG senators online.
135	Alpha Delta Pi hosts second annual 'Pie an ADPi' for Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Iowan 109:15, p.6	10/16/2012	Sorority hosts fundraising event for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Donations allowed contributors to "pie" sorority members in the face; photo.
136	H8ers g0nn@ h8, bro Northern Iowan 109:15, p.5	10/16/2012	Expresses concern for cyberbullying in social media. Author shares experiences with cyberbullying. Encourages students to ignore attacks and value themselves.
137	$en, CHuck GR@ssley vs. the machine Northern Iowan 109:13, p.4	10/09/2012	Senator Chuck Grassley causes controversy with shorthand messages on Twitter. Some see messages as borderline offensive. Grassley is accused of attacking President Obama's intelligence; photo.
138	Pin Happy! Northern Iowan 109:10, p.5	09/28/2012	Healthy breakfast recipes: Banana Sushi and Smookies; photo.
139	Pin happy! Northern Iowan 109:3, p.6	08/31/2012	Pinterest is a website featuring recipes, creative crafts, and a place for dreamers to dream. Step by step plans for a lamp with ribbon, clothespin picture holder, and flower vase are provided; photo.
140	Meditations on the NISG masked vigilante Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4	03/09/2012	The source of 225 tweets between February 10 and March 7 has not been identified. The tweets dealt with the NISG elections and the results.
141	Social media obsession Northern Iowan 108:41, p.5	03/02/2012	Author explains feelings about not participating in the Facebook craze. Humans are more than a biography and a series of tweets. Mystery, privacy, and anonymity have been lost.
142	Twitter ? I hardly know her! Northern Iowan 108:37, p.5	02/17/2012	Twitter is not as common in society as Facebook. This is due to people's sheer lack of knowledge of the potential.
143	It's complicated Northern Iowan 108:30, p.7	01/24/2012	Wall posts on Facebook can be taken the wrong way. Fast moving technology makes keeping private information private more difficult.
144	Twitter responses Northern Iowan 108:28, p.5	01/13/2012	Students respond to the question, "What are your New Year's resolutions?"
145	Those pesky evergreens Northern Iowan 108:18, p.5	10/28/2011	Compares people's traits to trees. Evergreens are those who are unwilling to change or be influenced by outside forces. There are many ideas, cultures, and backgrounds to discover, if we were people who could change with the seasons.
146	Face to Facebook communication Northern Iowan 108:11, p.4	10/04/2011	Facebook is intended to connect family and friends. Before you post a thought, think what your words really say about you and how they might be interrupted.
147	Social media at UNI Northern Iowan 108:3, p.5	09/02/2011	Facebook is being used on campus by individuals and organizations. Twitter is being used by University Relations. The Alumni Association has been working with LinkedIn for several years.
148	Social media Northern Iowan 108:2, p.10	08/30/2011	Twitter accounts provide a quick dose of celebrity gossip or news and some comic relief.
149	Keep your digital shirt on ! Northern Iowan 108:1, p.7	08/26/2011	Facebook postings between couples is not appreciated by all their friends
150	UNI College of Education to host webinar on using social media Public Relations News Release 2010:354, p.1	05/12/2011	The College of Education will present a webinar to show teachers the usefulness of social media devices in the classroom.