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	Title	Date	Summary
1	Guest speaker Leo Lambert on keeping the heart in education Klinkhammer--Bailey (Student--2021) Northern Iowan 119:31, p.01	1/26/2023	President of Elon University in North Carolina Leo Lambert speaks to UNI and Wartburg's faculty and staff about building healthy relationships with undergraduate students; photo.
2	Questioning the inclusiveness of education Pistarino--Emma (Student--2019), Schmitz--Stephanie (Associate Professor--College of Education) Northern Iowan 117:46, p.04	4/1/2021	On March 30, University of Norfolk professor Justin Haegele gave the annual Carlton-Mellichamp Lecture in Education in three presentations over Zoom. It focused on his research with visually impaired students in physical education (PE) classes and ideas of exclusion and inclusion; photos.
3	LTE: Active Minds to host group creator, Alison Malmon Active Minds UNI Northern Iowan 117:45, p.03	3/29/2021	Active Minds UNI is hosting Alison Malmon, the founder and executive director of Active Minds, via Zoom on April 1. The event is open to all students, faculty, and staff. Many professors in mental health departments are granting students extra credit to attend this event.
4	Clohesy Series invites S. Leo Chiang Baxter--Nicole (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 115:32, p.02	2/4/2019	Filmmaker S. Leo Chiang will visit campus and present two of his films as a part of the Clohesy Documentary Series.
5	NASA opportunities discusses on campus Mazzarella--Allison (Student--2017), Barikor--Leziga (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 114:25, p.05	11/30/2017	Former Space Station Flight Director, Tomas Torres, discusses research and internship opportunities with NASA via the Iowa Space Grant Consortium (ISGC); photo.
6	MSA to discuss Islamophobia Hauer--Sydney (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 114:24, p.02	11/16/2017	The Muslim Student Association will host a lecture "Rise of Islamophobia" from visiting professor Khaled Beydoun. MSA hopes the lecture will help teach others about Islam, the differences between Islam and radical Islam, and help counter Islamophobia; photo.
7	19147 Russian Revolutions remembered Dausener--Josua (Student--2017), Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:23, p.01	11/13/2017	UNI invites four speakers to give a lecture called "Russian Revolution and Modern Russia (1917-2017): 100 Years of Dreams and Realities" followed by a Q&A session. There is an overview of the lectures each speaker gave; photo.
8	"My Black is Beautiful" week Smith--Monique (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:19, p.04	10/30/2017	The Black Student Union (BSU) is hosting "My Black is Beautiful Week" to celebrate and acknowledge African American students at UNI. The week will have a variety of events or activities such as speakers, a movie night, games, and food; photo.
9	Wang's "In Real Life" adapted at UNI Hauer--Sydney (Class of 2019), Stenger--Joshua (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:19, p.01	10/30/2017	Cartoonist and illustrator, Jen Wang, is coming to UNI to give a lecture as a part of the Hearst Lecture Series. She attended the performance adaptation of her graphic novel "In Real Life" performed by the Interpreters Theatre; photo.
10	Darby discusses racism in Iowa schools Baxter--Nicole (Class of 2019), Olsasky--Clinton (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:16, p.03	10/19/2017	Derrick Darby, a professor from the University of Michigan, gave the lecture "Expelling Injustice from Iowa Schools" on October 16 in McCollum Science hall as part of the Hearst Lecture Series; photos.
11	UNI alum captures the "Blood Road" Mazzarella--Allison (Student--2017), Dickerson--Andrew (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:14, p.04	10/12/2017	The film "Blood Road" by Red Bull Media House was screened in Sabin Hall on October 9. The film, following professional athlete Rebecca Rusch along the Ho Chi Minh trail, was directed by alumnus Nick Schrunk. Schrunk also spoke about the film. 2017 alumnus Josh Berendes arranged for the screening at UNI; photo.
12	Tinker talks first amendment Smith--Monique (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:13, p.02	10/9/2017	Mary Beth Tinker gave a lecture about the importance of free speech and the First Amendment on October 3. Tinker is known for her role in the 1969 Tinker v. Des Moines Independent School District case, in which the Supreme Court decided in favor of Tinker and students' right to free speech in schools; photo.
13	Peabody award winner comes to UNI Baxter--Nicole (Class of 2019) Northern Iowan 114:11, p.02	10/2/2017	Majora Carter, a Peabody award winner for broadcasting, will speak on environmental issues, the green economy, and economic development in low-status communities as part of the Provost's Sustainability Lecture Series on October 3 in the Commons Ballroom. The event is sponsored by the Green Project, Sustainability Office, and Recycling & Reuse Technology Transfer Center; photo.
14	DACA and documentation discussed Chidley--Kelsey (Student--2017), Frasher--Iris (Class of 2017) Northern Iowan 114:9, p.02	9/25/2017	UNI held the forum "Immigration 101: DACA, Documentation, and the Importance of Immigrants in Our Community" on September 19. Panelists including UNI faculty and students as well as community members, who discussed immigration in the wake of President Trump's repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program; photos.
15	Therapy dogs visit UNI Campus Ritondale--Sarah (Class of 2020), Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:9, p.04	9/25/2017	Susan Vallem and Sara Shadid of Retrieving Freedom, an organization that trains service dogs, presented in Sabin Hall on September 21; photos.
16	Rod Library brings in the UNI "turtle guy" Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:8, p.04	9/21/2017	Professor Jeff Tamplin, known in the biology department as a turtle expert, is also an illustrator. He hosted a question and answer session on September 19 about his exhibit "Creatures in Pointillism" in Rod Library; photo.
17	Artist DuBois on photography Smith--Monique (Student--2017), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020), Thies-Jackson--Brittany (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:6, p.04	9/14/2017	Photographer Doug DuBois gave a lecture on September 7 in the Kamerick Art Building. The Gallery of Art is exhibiting his work; photos.
18	The Storm Lake Times: A tale of how a small Iowa paper received a Pulitzer Duax--Amelia (Student--2017), Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:6, p.01	9/14/2017	Tom Cullen, a reporter at the Storm Lake Times, spoke on the paper's Pulitzer Prize win for reporting on the Des Moines Waterworks lawsuit related to the release of nitrogen into drinking water. Cullen's talk took place on September 7 in Sabin Hall photos.
19	DACA dreamers close to home Olsasky--Clinton (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:5, p.01	9/11/2017	Hundreds of community members, including current and former UNI students, gathered on Main Street to denounce the Trump administration's repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. It was organized by groups including Cedar Valley Advocates for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (CVAIRR), Americans for Democratic Action Iowa, and Panthers for DREAM Iowa. Speakers included UNI student Ashley Sanchez; photos.
20	Peace rally Baxter--Nicole (Class of 2019), Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:4, p.01	9/7/2017	Speakers included NISG president Jamal White, vice president of student affairs Paula Knudson, chief diversity officer Gwenne Berry, director of the Center for Multicultural Education (CME) Jamie Butler-Chidozie, pastor Belinda Creighton-Smith, NISG director of diversity Darvel Givens, and NISG vice president Tristan Bernhard; photos.
21	Son of Pulitzer winner coming to UNI Duax--Amelia (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:4, p.02	9/7/2017	UNI alumni Tom Cullen will speak on the Storm Lake Times' Pulitzer Prize on September 7 in Sabin Hall. The newspaper won the prize for its reporting on dirty groundwater in Iowa. The lecture is part of the Sustainability Lecture Series organized by professor of communication studies Chris Martin and director of the Center for Energy and Environmental Education (CEEE) Kamyar Enshayan; photo.
22	One-room schoolhouse history lesson Duax--Amelia (Student--2017), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020) Northern Iowan 114:2, p.04	8/28/2017	The Friends of the UNI Museum hosted Marilyn Meyer's presentation on one-room schools in the Marshall Center Schoolhouse on August 26 as part of their Schoolhouse Speakers Series; photo.
23	Organization offers LiNK to those fleeing North Korea Welsch--Shelby (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 112:12, p.1	10/8/2015	Liberty in North Korea is a non-profit organization aiming to assist North Korean refugees find work, education, and housing.
24	Living life in the front row Olsasky--Clinton (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 112:11, p.5	10/5/2015	Jon Vroman visited campus to give his hour long presentation entitled "Living a Fearless Front Row Life"; photo.
25	The poor of '1984' Fisher--Nicholas Allen (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 112:7, p.1	9/21/2015	James M. Lang, an English professor at Assumption College, gave a speech about George Orwell's "1984" and how it makes the poor seem invisible; photo.
26	Clinton 'deals in' on gender card` Frasher--Iris (Class of 2017) Northern Iowan 112:6, p.1	9/17/2015	During her visit to UNI, presidential candidate Hilary Clinton stressed women's issues and the things she plans to do about them; photo.
27	Filling your free time: explore student orgs Moeller--Jesse (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3	9/17/2015	Columnist Jesse Moeller urges students to become active on campus in some of the many student organizations at UNI; believes that there are also many excellent lectures to attend.
28	"1984" in 2015 Jamtgaard--Katherine A (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 112:5, p.1	9/14/2015	Dr. James Lang, professor of English at Assumption College, will be speaking at Seerley Hall on George Orwells "1984" and its relevance today.
29	Off campus? Off the mind of students Welsch--Shelby (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 112:3, p.1	9/3/2015	Few students know about the many off campus events that UNI hosts ranging from speakers to art displays; photo.
30	Stars, galaxies and infinities Jehn--Jakob (Student--2015) Northern Iowan 111:49, p.2	4/13/2015	NASA scientist Jennifer Wiesman guest spoke at UNI about the Hubble Space Telescope; photo.
31	We're getting nerdy with Ernie Wolfe--Parker Joseph (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 111:16, p.6	10/23/2014	Students gathered in the Lang Auditorium to listen to Ernie Cline discuss his book "Ready Player One"; photo.
32	A chaotic sense of humor Wolfe--Parker Joseph (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:52, p.4	4/21/2014	Kelly Boon gave a presentation on Creativity, Humor and Other Stuff (CHAOS) in Lang Hall Auditorium. Boon encouraged people to use laughter and creativity to deal with stressful situations; photo.
33	'Singing lecture' will explore folk songs and the labor movement Public Relations News Release 2013:244, p.1	4/10/2014	Corey Dolgon will use music to explore the role that folk songs had in the U.S. labor movement. His "singing lecture" is entertaining and informative. The event is free and open to the public.
34	One last angry lecture Noble--Cassidy Northern Iowan 110:49, p.1	4/10/2014	The Center for Multicultural Education ended its year of lectures with Lela Lee, the author of "Angry Little Girls." During her lecture, she shared many of her comic strips with the audience; photo.
35	UNI to host Y Factor: Military Summit April 15 Public Relations News Release 2013:239, p.1	4/8/2014	UNI will be hosting The Y Factor Iowa: Military Summit on Tuesday April 15. The daylong conference is for ROTC cadets, guard, and reserve units both active and retired. The event is free and open to the public.
36	UNI to host best-selling author Steven Johnson on The Digital Turn Public Relations News Release 2013:230, p.1	4/1/2014	UNI will host Steven Johnson giving his lecture for The Digital Turn: The 2013-14 Hearst Lecture Series. Johnson is a best-selling author with a unique perspective. The event is free and open to the public.
37	UNI to host creator of 'Angry Little Asian Girl' comic Public Relations News Release 2013:229, p.1	4/1/2014	UNI's Center for Multicultural Education will host Lela Lee, creator of "Angry Little Asian Girl" the comic. Lela Lee brings a fresh perspective on race, feminism, and cultural expectations.
38	'Breaking Bad' actor encourages equal treatment Keiser--Erin Rose (Student--2012) Northern Iowan 110:46, p.1	3/31/2014	RJ Mitte, an actor from the TV show "Breaking Bad" spoke on campus to raise awareness about disabilities. Campus Activities Board sponsored the event. Mitte's main message was to "change the people around you for the better"; photo.
39	46th annual conference on elementary literacy at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:223, p.1	3/27/2014	UNI will host the 46th annual Elementary Literacy Conference. The conference is free to UNI students and faculty. The event will include multiple sessions on topics in the areas of literacy, arts integration, and the Common Core standards.
40	Hernandez explores power and influence of feminism Noble--Cassidy Northern Iowan 110:45, p.2	3/27/2014	Feminist author Daisy Hernandez gave a lecture entitled, "Feminists, Comrades, and Maybe Beyoncé: Models of Leadership Today." In her lecture, she identified strong women in today's society; photo.
41	UNI's Pride Week to explore nuances of gender, sexuality Public Relations News Release 2013:217, p.1	3/25/2014	UNI Proud will kick off the annual campus wide Pride Week. The week will feature many events to raise awareness and support. A number of student organizations have partnered with UNI Proud for some events. All events are free and open to the public.
42	Lecture explores 4-dimensional sculpting Public Relations News Release 2013:213, p.1	3/24/2014	Henry Segerman, from Oklahoma State University's Department of Mathematics, will give his lecture, "How to Make Sculptures of 4-Dimensional Things". This lecture is the annual Hari Shankar Memorial Lecture. The lecture is free and open to the public.
43	UNI lecture will ask 'Why Isn't God Ambidextrous?' Public Relations News Release 2013:209, p.1	3/18/2014	Timothy Gay, from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Department of Physics and Astronomy, will deliver his lecture "Why Isn't God Ambidextrous?". The lecture is part of UNI's Begeman Lecture Series and is free and open to the public.
44	Student speaks out on abortion guest speaker Northern Iowan 110:44, p.3	3/13/2014	In a letter to the editor, Emily Engle speaks about Jill Stanek's speech, "An Insider's View on Abortion." She says that only one viewpoint was discussed in the speech, and that every issue has two sides.
45	UNI to host founder of Ryumonji Zen Monastery Public Relations News Release 2013:208, p.1	3/13/2014	Rev. Shoken Winecoff, founder of Ryumonji Zen Monastery, will give his lecture, "Diplomacy and Religion" as part of the UNI Diplomat Series. Rev. Shoken Winecoff will share his thoughts on the relationship between diplomacy and religion.
46	UNI to host lecture on using digital tool for research Public Relations News Release 2013:207, p.1	3/13/2014	UNI will host Juan Luis Suarez to deliver his lecture "Modeling Cultural Networks in the Hispanic Baroque". This is part of The Digital Turn series exploring how the internet is affecting writing, reading, language, and research.
47	Daisy Hernandez to be keynote speaker for Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2013:202, p.1	3/11/2014	Daisy Hernandez, author and journalist, will be the keynote speaker for Women's History Month. He lecture is titled, "Feminists, Comadres, and Maybe Beyoncé: Models of Leadership Today". The event is sponsored by several groups on campus.
48	Activist, former nurse condemns abortions Gibbs--Hannah Marie (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:43, p.1	3/10/2014	UNI Right to Life brought Jill Stanek to campus to speak out against abortion. Jill Stanek formerly worked in a hospital that allowed late-term abortions and told stories of the things she witnessed while working there; photo.
49	UNI event aims to empower African-America community Public Relations News Release 2013:183, p.1	2/20/2014	UNI will host the third annual Conference on African-American Children and Families. The conference looks to educate those in attendance on diversity. There will be several breakout sessions and a keynote speaker, Janice Hale.
50	UNI to host digital media speaker Public Relations News Release 2013:180, p.1	2/17/2014	Cheryl Ball will be speaking as part of the Digital Turn: Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series. Ball's Presentation, "Boutique Data in Writing Studies" will talk about the validity of research methods.

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