Speakers

Displaying 301 - 350 of 8590 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
301 KKK and Cornell West feedback
Northern Iowan 106:47, p.4
Would like to have seen more coverage of Cornell West visit and less coverage of Ku Klux Klan.
302 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 106:45, p.6
Scenes from the Physics Olympics and the visit of Cornel West and his commentaries on civic engagement and the democratic process; photo.
303 Seventh most powerful woman in the world speaks at UNI
Northern Iowan 106:42, p.7
DuPont CEO Ellen Kullman talked about leadership behavior during her address in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Engagement, setting the right tone, and accountability led her list of behaviors; photo.
304 "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" raises gender violence awareness
Northern Iowan 106:39, p.4
UNI Greek Life is sponsoring an upcoming project to aid in stopping rape, sexual assault, and gender violence. A group of men will walk a mile in four inch heels around campus to draw awareness to the cause.
305 UNI holds African-American Read-In
Northern Iowan 106:39, p.1
First and second grade students from Black Hawk Elementary and the Walter Cunningham School of Excellence spent a day on campus with UNI students. The read-in promoted literacy. Author and illustrator Jan Spivey Gilchrist read to the group; photo.
306 Students celebrate Black History Month with old and new traditions
Northern Iowan 106:38, p.6
Decorating dormitory doors, bulletin boards, movies, speakers, seminars, and read-ins are all used to celebrate Black History Month; photo.
307 UNI hosts artist Matthew Woolman for Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series
Public Relations News Release 2009:290, p.1
Matthew Woolman, chair of the Department for Graphic Design, School of the Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University, will present "Deep Excavation: A Narrative of Place and Culture," at the Kamerick Art Building.
308 DuPont CEO to speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2009:288, p.1
Ellen Kullman will be the inaugural speaker for a new distinguished guest lecture series featuring top corporate leaders in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The lecture is free and open to the public. DuPont is a science-based company.
309 Natural resource research and management seminar to highlight bobcats in Iowa
Public Relations News Release 2009:266, p.1
"Return of the Carnivores: What We Can Learn From Studies of Population and Landscape Ecology of Bobcats in Iowa" is the title of a lecture to be given by Iowa State University professor William Clark, at the Tallgrass Prairie Center.
310 News Brief: Big Dream Gathering offers support, inspiration
Northern Iowan 106:34, p.1
Participants fill out a Dream Sheet, including a description, the ongoing process of achieving that dream, and what a person needs in order to reach his dream. Attendees encouraged to write on the sheets as they desire; photo.
311 Shawn Johnson to give Girl Scouts lesson in character
Northern Iowan 106:32, p.1
Olympic gold medalist will speak in the McLeod Center to area Girl Scouts on the six pillars of character; photo.
312 UNI to explore possible link between "South Park" and anti-Semitic beliefs
Northern Iowan 106:31, p.1
Matt Sienkiewicz's lecture will examine "South Park" and how it has uncovered anti-Semitic beliefs in American society. Sienkiewicz's visit was prompted by a survey of students concerning Jewish stereotypes; photo.
313 News Brief: UNIFI celebrates Darwin's birth
Northern Iowan 2008:30, p.1
Nine faculty speakers from four departments will speak during the celebration of Darwin's birth. Activities will be held February 8 thru February 12. Other events will address the future of science.
314 UNI's CME to host discussions in tribute to Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Public Relations News Release 2009:226, p.1
Rufus Burrow, Jr., Indiana professor of Christian thought and professor of theological social ethics at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, will discuss his book, "Martin Lucher King, Jr. for Armchair Theologians" at the Book Club meeting.
315 UNI's Tallgrass Prairie Center to hold roadside prairie plantings and pollinator conservation seminar
Public Relations News Release 2009:224, p.1
Jennifer Hopwood, associated with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, will share her research concerning bee populations in restored roadside prairies. She will discuss how roadside pprairie reconstruction can help conserve these pollinators
316 Tickets for Dalai Lama to go on sale January 8
Northern Iowan 106:26, p.1
The Dalai Lama will speak at two events in the McLeod Center on May 18. He will take part in a panel discussion at 9:30 and give a keynote address at 2:00. Students urged to attend; photo.
317 Student group supports medical marijuana
Northern Iowan 106:25, p.1
A class project has resulted in the formation of a student group; Students for Iowa Medical Marijuana. The group has sponsored a viewing of the 1936 film "Reefer Madness" and a lecture by Carl Olsen of Iowans for Medical Marijuana; photo.
318 Iowa Board of Pharmacy holds final medical marijuana hearing
Northern Iowan 106:22, p.1
Board plans to complete review of medical marijuana prior to the convening of the 2010 state legislature in January. Hear testimony on both sides of the issue; photo.
319 Course offered in preparation for the Dalai Lama
Northern Iowan 106:21, p.9
Spring 2010 course offering entitled, "The Dalai Lama: A Sacred Tradition and a Political Institution" is open to the general public, faculty, and students; photo.
320 The atheistic evolution
Northern Iowan 106:20, p.5
Finds Personal Wellness class not as bad as he anticipated. Lectures were interesting and tests manageable. Actual learning took place for the author; photo.
321 I can't make people care
Northern Iowan 106:17, p.11
Each month has many themes. Usually a person does not care about something, such as a health issue, until it touches his or her life; photo.
322 Audience roars with laughter at Regan's clever humor
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.7
Comedian Brian Regan entertained an enthusiastic crowd at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
323 UNI students take a STAND
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.4
Professor Stephen Gaies hopes to start a chapter of Students Taking Action Now Darfur.
324 Mayhem Poets present their love for poetry
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.15
Rutgers University served as common ground for the three members of Mayhem Poets. The group met with students in an informal setting at the Center for Multicultural Education; following a performance at the Performing Arts Center; photo.
325 Playing with History: The making of time-travel video game 'Darkest of Days'
Public Relations News Release 2009:116, p.1
Aaron Schurman, CEO of Phantom EFX, will discuss the production of his company's new game and the creative process of building a complex video game that draws on history, art, graphic design, music, computer science, education, and other disciplines.
326 UNI School of Music welcomes guest artist Richard Sherman for performance and master class
Public Relations News Release 2009:113, p.1
Sherman, professor of flute at the Michigan State University College of Music, is active as a soloist, orchestral musician and recitalist. He is principal flute with the Chautauqua (New York Symphony Orchestra and the Lansing Symphony Orchestra.
327 Sauvage presents "The Challenge to Us of Holocaust Rescuers"
Northern Iowan 106:12, p.7
Pierre Sauvage, born during the Holocaust, has been making documentaries about this period in history, showing a personal side to the effects of the Holocaust.
328 "Scientific inquiry: Do you believe what you read?"
Northern Iowan 106:12, p.1
Paul Spry, an Australian native and Iowa State professor, is an geologist. During his presentation, Spry offered his opinions on how the Broken Hill lead-zinc-silver deposit in Australia was formed; photo.
329 Iowa Dialog Conference to be held Oct. 22
Public Relations News Release 2009:110, p.1
The conference aims to explore the meaning, opportunities and strategies for interfaith and inter-cultural dialogue. Topics to be presented include "Challenges to Dialog," "Understanding our Shared Traditions", and "Promoting World Peace through Dialog."
330 UNI's 'Power of the Purse III: every penny counts' raises money for three UNI female students to purchase new interview outfits
Public Relations News Release 2009:108, p.1
For the first time, Power of the Purse attendees engaged in a philanthropic project aimed toward students. Participants could contribute their loose change to piggy banks on each table. The contributions will be given to deserving women students.
331 UNI Department of Art to present lecture on newly discovered Etruscan tomb paintings
Public Relations News Release 2009:107, p.1
The lecture will be presented by Richard DePuma as part of the Meryl Norton Hearst Lecture Series. DePuma will explore the narrative subjects and compare the frescoes with relevant paintings in other tombs and on Greek and Etruscan vases.
332 "Islam: An American Religion" links Middle East to Midwest
Northern Iowan 106:11, p.9
Ingrid Mattson addressed classes and a sold out audience in Davis Hall. She spoke of the heritage of Muslims and Americans. As Muslims feel more freedom to practice their faith openly, understanding increases; photo.
333 "Soapboxes, Shakespeare and Socialism" samples of civil rights supporter
Northern Iowan 106:11, p.1
Eric Arnesen, professor of history at George Washington University, was the featured speaker at the annual Carl L. Becker Lecture. He addressed the life of A. Philip Randolph in a personal and detailed manner; photo.
334 UNI to host historian of American Catholicism
Public Relations News Release 2009:94, p.1
"Relics, Statues, Rosaries and Other Objects" will be the topic of a lecture given by Robert Orsi at St. Stephen's Catholic Student Center. Orsi is a noted historian of American Catholicism.
335 Center for Multicultural Education to host speaker Melissa Esquivel Oct. 6
Public Relations News Release 2009:91, p.1
Esquivel, interim administrator of the Iowa Division of Latino Affairs and manager of the Iowa Youth Congress will discuss the impact of Latinos in the United States and Iowa.
336 UNI School of Music welcomes guest lecturere as part of 'Musically Speaking' lecture series, Oct. 8
Public Relations News Release 2009:87, p.1
"Fields of Opportunity: The Musical Performance of 'Trans-local' Identities among the Bosnian Refugee Community of Waterloo, Iowa," is the title of the lecture to be given by guest lecturer Ryan Haynes at the School of Music.
337 UNI to host 'Fast Forward' electronic media workshop Oct. 2
Public Relations News Release 2009:86, p.1
"Fast Forward: Building Momentum for the Future," is a workshop that brings together academics and media professionals. It is in its fifth year, and provides training opportunities for newsroom beginners and seasoned professionals.
338 Conference to highlight Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Northern Iowan 106:9, p.3
Schindler Education Center to host conference sponsored by Friends of Sabeel Iowa. The two day conference will focus on ways to achieve a two state solution to the problems in the Middle East.
339 'Cycle of Violence' lecture, two others at UNI Wednesday, Sept. 30
Public Relations News Release 2009:84, p.1
David Lisak, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Massachusetts-Boston, will deliver the lecture, which is designed to offer cross disciplinary training to campus and community personnel who are working with student victims.
340 Sabeel conference at UNI draws interest
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.2
Conference to provide insight into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Internationally known speakers will share views. Pre-conference interfaith service and reception to be held at Presbyterian Church on October 8, 2009.
341 "Sex Around the World" reveals the naked truth in cross-cultural sexuality
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.9
Janell Carroll, Hartford University professor, presented information about sex in other countries and cultures. She used statistics and quick facts to grab the attention of the audience.
342 Jungle Jack Hanna showcases his jungle friends
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.8
A sold out crowd greeted America's favorite zookeeper, Jack Hanna. Ninety minute show included live animals and film clips; photo.
343 NASA blasts off from UNI campus
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.4
Researchers notified of the application process for funding from Iowa's branch of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration funded Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research.
344 Forum examines American government through ex-Congressmen's eyes
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.1
Bill Burlison and Phil English discuss the importance of the executive and legislative branches of government, presidential leadership, and contemporary issues, including health care; photo.
345 UNI to help sponsor North End Arts & Music Fest in Waterloo Saturday & Sunday
Public Relations News Release 2009:76, p.1
The festival celebrates the community's pride in its rich musical and cultural heritage, and recognizes the contributions of the North End Community to the entire city of Waterloo.
346 UNI School of Music welcomes guest artists The Verdehr Trio for performance and master classes
Public Relations News Release 2009:73, p.1
The Verdehr Trio will be presenting master classes for clarinet, violin, and piano. The Trio has concentrated on molding and defining the personality of the violin-clarinet-piano trio for more than 30 years.
347 Child Holocaust survivor and award-winning filmmaker Pierre Sauvage to visit UNI
Public Relations News Release 2009:72, p.1
"The Challenge of Us of Holocaust Rescuers," will be the topic of a public lecture hosted by the Holocaust and Genocide Education Committee, in collaboration with the Department of Modern Languages.
348 Garbage bag skirts and popsicle necklines
Northern Iowan 106:7, p.6
Cat Chow, visiting artist and designer, taught students in Creative Design Foundations class. Working with non-fabric items, students learned how to combine items into garments; photo.
349 "Voice to Vision" highlights Rwandan genocide
Northern Iowan 106:7, p.1
Eight hundred thousand who were killed are remembered with art exhibition. The exhibit is the result of a collaboration between genocide survivors and artists. Art can be seen at the Gallery of Art in Kamerick Art Building; photo.
350 Wilmore entertains crowd with satirical wit
Northern Iowan 106:7, p.6
A crowded Maucker Union ballroom greeted producer, actor, comedian, and writer Larry Wilmore. President Obama, Michael Jackson, and homosexuality came under fire. Wilmore's job history found interesting.