Student Protests and Demonstrations

Displaying 1 - 50 of 491 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Students rally to support Roe v. Wade Northern Iowan 118:55, p.5	05/05/2022	Two photos showing students gathered at the corner of College and W. 23rd St. to protest the possible overturning of Roe v. Wade.
2	The continuation of sports protest Northern Iowan 118:41, p.11	03/10/2022	The use of protests by black athletes throughout athletics history shows the racism embedded within it; photo.
3	Student-Athletes hold "UNIty" walk Northern Iowan 117:16, p.6	10/12/2020	The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Minority Student-Athlete Leadership Team (MSALT) host UNIty walk in protest of racial injustice; photos.
4	Student-athletes to hold "UNIty" march Northern Iowan 117:15, p.6	10/08/2020	The Minority Student-Athlete Leadership Team (MSALT) and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), planned with the Athletics Department, held a UNIty Walk to protest racism and police brutality; photo.
5	UNI community marches for justice Northern Iowan 117:14, p.1	10/05/2020	A UNI student, Max Tensen, organized a Black Lives Matter protest in response to the murder of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Protestors marched from UNI central campus to Cedar Falls City Hall; photo.
6	Show your support in protests Northern Iowan 117:14, p.3	10/05/2020	Tyler Montgomery, as well as many members of the Cedar Valley community, attended a Black Lives Matter rally on Main Street. Montgomery calls out the campus for ignoring racial issues and miscommunication; photo.
7	Students march for Breonna Taylor Northern Iowan 117:12, p.1	09/28/2020	UNI students gathered at Maucker Union to march in protest after officers were not charged in the shooting of Breonna Taylor in Louisville, KY. Students heard from speakers and then marched; photos.
8	UNI Seven honored on 50th anniversary Northern Iowan 116:43, p.2	03/12/2020	The Center for Multicultural Education (CME) honored the 50th anniversary of the UNI Seven on March 9 in the Maucker Union Ballrooms. The article discusses the 1970 peaceful protests that led to the suspension of seven students - "The UNI 7" - and subsequent protest where almost 30 students were arrested. One of the protest demands was a learning space for people of color - two years later, the vice president's house became the Ethnic Minority Cultural and Educational Center, which evolved into today's CME. Ten activists involved in the protests were present at the event: Ann Burke, Palmer Byrd, Christopher Dalton, James Johnson, Glen Moore, Terry Sallis, Terry Stevens, Tony Stevens, Joseph Sailor, and Byron Washington; photo.
9	Black History Month with BSU Northern Iowan 116:32, p.4	02/03/2020	UNI's Black Student Union (BSU) has prepared events honoring Black History Month in February. The include the BSU Kickoff, Poetic Justice, Skate Party, a panel of black and educated (BAE) professionals, exhibit Tunnels of Oppression, Soul Food Dinner in conjunction with Waterloo's Gift of Life Church, and Toast for Change; photo.
10	DACA dreamers close to home Northern Iowan 114:5, p.1	09/11/2017	Hundreds gather on Main Street to protest President Trump's repeal of DACA. There are several speakers, including UNI students; photo.
11	Peace rally Northern Iowan 114:4, p.1	09/07/2017	The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) hosted a Peace Rally. The rally featured several speakers that included UNI students, professors, and community members; photo.
12	Support and dissent at rally Northern Iowan 112:28, p.1	01/14/2016	2016 presidential candidate Donald Trump held a rally in the West Gym on January 12, drawing supporters and protestors; photos.
13	"Band-Aids on bullet holes" Northern Iowan 112:22, p.1	11/12/2015	Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) and various staff, students, and faculty protest the lack of administrative action on discrimination on campus; photos.
14	Street preacher sparks heated discussion Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4	09/17/2015	Students engaged with controversial street preacher Brother Matthias in front of Maucker Union on September 14; photos.
15	Fight apathy, become an activist Northern Iowan 111:54, p.5	04/30/2015	Stormy O'Brink urges people to push for social change; photo.
16	Ruud Reports Northern Iowan 111:25, p.2	12/04/2014	UNI president Bill Ruud answers some hot questions around campus and shares his personal opinion on current events.
17	We can do better Northern Iowan 111:22, p.1	11/13/2014	Hundreds of faculty, students, and staff showed up to the "Day of Solidarity" protest and showed support for those affected by the harmful Yik-Yak posts.
18	Getting together to listen Northern Iowan 111:21, p.4	11/10/2014	Rod Library hosted a listening table, a gathering where anyone can talk without being judged; photo.
19	Solidarity Northern Iowan 111:21, p.2	11/10/2014	Students gathered outside the Maucker union to show support of those affected by the harmful social media posts.
20	United we stand Northern Iowan 111:21, p.1	11/10/2014	A group of students gathered in the Maucker Union Plaza supporting those victimized by social media harassment.
21	Protest incites student response Northern Iowan 109:53, p.1	04/30/2013	Protesters from Missionaries to the Pre-Born gathered outside of the Maucker Union to protest abortion and homosexuality. Groups of students opposed this protest and formed their own counter-protest group, photo.
22	Occupy movement continues with protest on Main Street Northern Iowan 108:27, p.1	12/09/2011	People are still engaged in the Occupy movement. A letter will be delivered to the CEO of Wells Fargo Bank at the Cedar Falls office during a gathering of Occupy followers today; photo.
23	Education that builds engaged citizenship Northern Iowan 108:21, p.6	11/08/2011	Believes that higher education is about learning, discussing, and sharing ideas that will build a better city, state, and nation. Here is a teachable moment. Believes that the protesters remind us of deep societal problems; photo.
24	UNI STAND rallies for moment of silence Northern Iowan 108:19, p.6	11/01/2011	Declining to allow a request for a moment of silence for those killed in the Congo by the Athletic Department has led to demonstrations at recent football games. The group does not accept the explanation given for not allowing the request.
25	Protesters camped out in Overman Park Northern Iowan 108:16, p.1	10/21/2011	The Occupy Wall Street movement has reached the Cedar Valley. The protesters marched to Wells Fargo bank and then to the park. They have camped out in the park. The city will decide if they can remain in the park; photo.
26	'We are the 99 percent' Northern Iowan 108:15, p.1	10/18/2011	"Occupy" protests have sprung up all over the world; after starting on Wall Street in New York City. Marchers gathered on campus, marched to Wells Fargo bank, and then camped overnight at Overman Park; photo.
27	A dialogue of diversity Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.2	01/01/2011	Summary of events associated with GBPAC's "Standing on Higher Ground" program; President Allen's statement on the program; photo.
28	Students engage in peaceful counter protest in absence of WBC Northern Iowan 107:6, p.1	09/17/2010	Students gathered to show their support for "The Laramie Project". The expected arrival of members of the Westboro Baptist Church did not materialize; photo.
29	Untitled Northern Iowan 102:46, p.1	03/28/2006	Montage of photos of student demonstrations for and against war in Iraq; photo.
30	SSJ actions against ROTC disrespectful Northern Iowan 102:45, p.8	03/24/2006	Dislikes recent protest of Students for Social Justice against ROTC; glad that other students spoke up for ROTC program.
31	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.
32	Protesters urge audience to 'stand and be counted' Northern Iowan 101:25, p.3	11/23/2004	Presents perspectives on anti-war protest outside Maucker Union.
33	Moving Sept. 11 Memorial forgotten for coverage of war protest Northern Iowan 101:7, p.9	09/21/2004	Criticizes Students for Social Justice for their protest activity as well as the Northern Iowan for covering their protest but not the September 11 memorial service at the Campanile.
34	Freedom of speech allowed on the UNI campus? Northern Iowan 101:5, p.10	09/14/2004	Speaks out against Union employee trying to usher non-disruptive protesters out of the Union common area during the address being given by President Bush's daughters.
35	Students attempt to raise awareness by staging 'die-in' Northern Iowan 101:5, p.3	09/14/2004	Protesters speak out against the rising death toll in the Iraq war by 'playing dead' outside the Union.
36	Students 'die-in' Northern Iowan 101:5, p.1	09/14/2004	Participant protests war in Iraq outside Maucker Union; photo.
37	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.
38	Grad student invites community to Campanile Northern Iowan 99:55, p.9	05/02/2003	Asks that the university community gather at the Campanile for a silent protest against increasing tuition and budget cuts.
39	NI year in review Northern Iowan 99:55, p.1	05/02/2003	Highlights from the year's big news stories; photo.
40	Controversial play revisited in panel discussion Northern Iowan 99:54, p.1	04/29/2003	The controversy over "Corpus Christi," performed on campus in December 2001, was discussed by panel; photo.
41	UNI SAVE Mentors Men's Week continues through Thursday, April 24 Public Relations News Release 2002:485, p.1	04/22/2003	Several events are planned for SAVE Mentors Men's Week.
42	Students voice beliefs with Grinstead's lead Northern Iowan 99:48, p.13	04/08/2003	Profile of Professor John Grinstead, and a summary of his efforts to constrain war; photo.
43	Students show support for, solidarity with soldiers Northern Iowan 99:47, p.1	04/04/2003	Students gathered outside the Maucker Union on April 3 to demonstrate support for America's troops in Iraq; photo.
44	Untitled Northern Iowan 99:46, p.10	04/01/2003	Criticizes those who wrote certain anti-war statements on the sidewalks.
45	Protester gives UNI thanks for activism Northern Iowan 99:46, p.9	04/01/2003	Praises students for their involvement in the campus walkout last Monday.
46	Student voices Northern Iowan 99:45, p.9	03/28/2003	Students respond to the question: Do you think the walk-out on Monday accomplished anything?; photo.
47	War opponents take to the streets Northern Iowan 99:45, p.1	03/28/2003	Student war protestors and supporters rallied in the Maucker Union Plaza during campus walk-out; photo.
48	Shepards remain target for hate Northern Iowan 99:42, p.5	03/07/2003	Criticizes group led by the Reverend Fred Phelps that proposed a protest outside of Lang Hall where Judy Shepard was scheduled to speak.
49	Untitled Northern Iowan 99:41, p.1	03/04/2003	Woman holds sign at protest against a possible invasion of Iraq; photo.
50	Reader challenges women's groups Northern Iowan 99:37, p.8	02/18/2003	Criticizes women's rights activists for not participating in the protest outside the Ja Rule concert.