Veterans

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Observance of Veterans Day Northern Iowan 119:22, p.4	11/10/2022	Trevor Meyers writes about the history of Veterans Day and why it is important to honor and celebrate veterans; photo.
2	Therapy dogs visit UNI Campus Northern Iowan 114:9, p.4	09/25/2017	Susan Vallem, from Retrieving Freedom, gave a presentation about why service dogs are important. She discussed how service dogs help veterans, people with autism, disabilities, and mental health, such as depression and loneliness; photo.
3	CAB-toberfest Northern Iowan 112:19, p.1	11/02/2015	The Campus Activities Board (CAB) and Veterans Association hosted CABtoberfest, a night of Halloween-themed fun, in Maucker Union on October 29; photo.
4	Jeopardizing the Union Northern Iowan 112:10, p.1	10/01/2015	The LGBT* Center and UNI Veterans Association hosted a Jeopardy-style trivia night in Maucker Union on September 28; photo.
5	Veterans find success in UNI's business school Public Relations News Release 2014:219, p.1	03/27/2015	UNI College of Business Administration has been selected for the Military Times Best for Vets: Business Schools 2015 rankings. UNIBusiness ranked number 61 among the organization's top 75 business schools for America's veterans.
6	UNI designated as Home Base Iowa Certified Higher Academic Military Partner Public Relations News Release 2014:130, p.1	11/24/2014	Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds announced November 24, that UNI along with other schools, have been designated as Home Base Iowa Certified Higher Academic Military Partners (CHAMPs).
7	UNI named to Military Times 'Best for Vets: Colleges 2015' rankings Public Relations News Release 2014:122, p.1	11/17/2014	The Military Times "Best for Vets: Colleges 2015" rankings recognizes and rewards schools for their commitment to providing opportunities to America's veterans. UNI is the highest ranked institution on the list located in Iowa.
8	Snow and soup for Veterans Day Northern Iowan 111:22, p.1	11/13/2014	Kappa Sigma held a luncheon honoring the veterans of the United states military; photo.
9	Jim Leach to lecture on civility and politics at UNI Public Relations News Release 2014:111, p.1	11/05/2014	Former Congressman Jim Leach will deliver a Veteran's Day address at UNI celebrating Iowans who served in World War II. He will present his speech November 11, in Lang Hall Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.
10	UNIVA launches crowd funding Northern Iowan 111:4, p.2	09/11/2014	The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Associations is helping pilot a new form of funding for student organizations called crowd funding.
11	Veterans find success at UNI's business school Public Relations News Release 2013:203, p.1	03/12/2014	UNI's College of Business Administration has been selected for the Military Times Best for Vets: Business Schools 2014 rankings. UNIBusiness was 41st among the best 64 business schools for America's veterans.
12	Sen. Hatch starts new campaign Northern Iowan 110:34, p.1	02/06/2014	As re-election season comes closer, Senator Jack Hatch has joined the race for governor. He believes that there needs to be more focus on funding for higher education. He supports Branstad's initiatives to help veterans, and wants to expand them.
13	Branstad hopes to draw incoming veterans to Iowa Northern Iowan 110:32, p.1	01/30/2014	Governor Terry Branstad hopes to bring more veterans into the state of Iowa through Home Base Iowa Initiative. This includes offering veterans and their families in-state tuition and having military pensions exempt from state income tax.
14	UNI selected as military friendly by Military Advanced Education magazine Public Relations News Release 2013:160, p.1	01/22/2014	UNI was selected as a Military Friendly University in Military Advanced Education's 2014 Guide to Military Friendly Colleges and Universities. UNI hopes to stay on the forefront of being a military friendly campus.
15	Veterans kick off first ball Northern Iowan 110:23, p.1	11/15/2013	The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Association held its first annual Veterans Ball. President Ruud was the key note speaker. The event was part of UNI's ongoing effort to support incoming veterans on campus; photo.
16	UNI named to Military Times 'Best for Vets: Colleges 2014' rankings Public Relations News Release 2013:119, p.1	11/12/2013	UNI has been named one of Military Times "Best for Vets: Colleges 2014". This ranking is based on commitment to providing opportunities for veterans.
17	University of Northern Iowa students to honor veterans Public Relations News Release 2013:114, p.1	11/06/2013	UNI is hosting a variety of events in honor of Veterans Day. These events will pay tribute to past and present service members and promote awareness.
18	First formal military ball to be held at UNI Northern Iowan 110:18, p.4	10/29/2013	The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Association is kicking off a week of events with their first formal military ball on November 11, Veterans Day. The ball is open to the public. Registration must be completed by November 1.
19	Letter to the editor Northern Iowan 110:17, p.3	10/25/2013	Says UNI should celebrate Veterans Day. It should be made an additional holiday. No one deserves recognition more than our veterans.
20	Students make a difference Northern Iowan 110:16, p.1	10/22/2013	UNI students are given the opportunity to participate in the annual Make a Difference Day. Students will spend the day volunteering at various locations in the Cedar Valley. This is a great way for students to give back to the community; photo.
21	Bridging two worlds Northern Iowa Today 96:3, p.20	10/01/2013	Julia Heuer talks about her work as the veterans service coordinator; photo.
22	Military banners raise debate at NISG senate Northern Iowan 110:8, p.1	09/24/2013	The Northern Iowa Student Government voted to grant funding for seven banners for the UNI Veterans Association. The vote was seven in favor and six against for all of the banners; photo.
23	Military and veteran conference to be hosted at UNI Northern Iowan 110:6, p.4	09/17/2013	UNI will be hosting the Military and Veteran State Conference. The conference was created to educate faculty, students, and community members on the issues and strengths of having military members on campus.
24	University of Northern Iowa designated as military friendly school for fourth year Public Relations News Release 2013:41, p.1	09/10/2013	UNI has been named a Military Friendly School for the fifth time. This places UNI in the top 20 percent of schools doing the most to embrace America's veterans as students.
25	UNI to host annual military and veteran conference Public Relations News Release 2013:11, p.1	07/26/2013	UNI will host this year's Military and Veteran State Conference. This year's conference is entitled, "Uncamouflaging Campus Diversity: Creating Transparency Through Cultural Competence". Meredith Kleykamp will be the keynote speaker.
26	UNI student training black lab, Tags, to be service dog Northern Iowan 109:47, p.6	04/09/2013	Darin Adams is training a black lab to be a therapy dog. He is doing this through the program Retrieving Freedom which provides service dogs to disabled veterans and autistic children. The organization is working with UNI to get more students involved.
27	Hopkins shares experiences with DADT Northern Iowan 109:46, p.1	04/05/2013	As a part of Pride Week, Mr. John Hopkins came to speak about his discharge from the military as a result of his homosexuality. Many of the audience members were surprised to hear that he was not mad at the military for discharging him.
28	Corrections Northern Iowan 109:43, p.2	03/15/2013	Sara Rockow was incorrectly identified as Kristina Kofoot in the March 12 issue of Northern Iowan. Veteran housing benefits are based on years served rather than rank.
29	Veteran housing benefits to drop Northern Iowan 109:42, p.1	03/12/2013	Incoming students serving in the military will be receiving housing assistance. The Basic Allowance for Housing has been re-evaluated and is re-adjusted each year. This will not affect current military students at UNI.
30	Plans for LGBT and military student centers at UNI continue to move forward Northern Iowan 109:39, p.1	03/01/2013	Plans for the LGBT center and the military and veterans student center are progressing. The centers will located in or near the Student Involvement Center in Maucker Union.
31	Students, staff celebrate opening of military center Northern Iowan 109:37, p.1	02/22/2013	Students gathered at the Military and Veteran Student Services office in Bartlett Hall for an open house. The office offers many different resources to veterans and students currently serving; photo.
32	Heuer assumes duties as first UNI military student coordinator Northern Iowan 109:30, p.1	01/29/2013	Julia Heuer is the first military and veteran student service coordinator at UNI. The position was created to enhance the university's ability to serve the military student body. The goal of the job is to assist military graduates to find employment.
33	UNI selected as military friendly by Military Advanced Education magazine Public Relations News Release 2012:169, p.1	01/07/2013	UNI was selected as a Military-Friendly University in Military Advanced Education's 2013 Guide to Military Friendly Colleges and Universities.
34	Students, staff show support for veterans with ribbon tying event Northern Iowan 109:23, p.6	11/13/2012	UNI students and staff attend a ribbon-tying event to show support for our veterans. Ribbons tied around trees and U. S. flags placed in front of the Campanile.
35	Veterans discuss experiences during 'Ask a Vet" panel Northern Iowan 109:23, p.1	11/13/2012	UNI Veterans Association hosted panel discussion for faculty, students, staff, and community members in honor of Veterans Day. Veterans relations and military and post-military experiences were the topics of discussion; photo.
36	UNI holds flag ceremony, reception for Veterans Day Northern Iowan 109:23, p.1	11/13/2012	ROTC instructor Major Kristy Rose reflects on changes in the way citizens treat military personnel. Student Sean Stricker expresses appreciation of Veterans Day since childhood; photo.
37	UNI Veterans Association hosting 'Ask a Veteran' panel Northern Iowan 109:21, p.1	11/06/2012	Veteran panel open to answer any student questions on any topic. The event was hosted by University of Northern Iowa Veterans Association.
38	University of Northern Iowa students to honor veterans Public Relations News Release 2012:131, p.1	11/01/2012	Wide range of activities planned at UNI to recognize Veteran's Day to honor members of the armed forces. Activities will include ceremony, reception, National Roll Call, and student volunteering opportunities.
39	'Invisible War' screening at UNI brings to light the struggle of military sexual assault victims Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1	10/30/2012	Documentary film about victims of rape in the military was shown at Lang Hall. Nearly two hundred people in attendance for screening of film and panel discussion; photo.
40	South Korean government honors American veterans Northern Iowan 109:15, p.1	10/16/2012	Over three hundred Korean War veterans were recognized nearly sixty years after the end of the Korean War. Veterans were awarded Ambassador for Peace medals for service in South Korea.
41	UNI selected as GI friendly campus for third year Public Relations News Release 2012:66, p.1	09/17/2012	UNI selected by G. I. Jobs Magazine as a military friendly school. Ranked in the top fifteen percent of schools doing the most to incorporate veterans as students.
42	UNI creating new veteran and military student service office Northern Iowan 109:3, p.2	08/31/2012	Jennifer Suchan plans to open the new office in the ITTC building on Veteran's Day. The space will provide a variety of items for the 250 veterans and military students on campus.
43	Updates on the NISG lower cabinet Northern Iowan 108:34, p.6	02/07/2012	NISG president explains the work of cabinet members.
44	Bachman argues for local control of education Northern Iowan 108:25, p.1	12/02/2011	Presidential candidate, Michelle Bachman, spoke to an estimated crowd of 350 in Russell Hall. Iowa Public Radio and UNI collaborated to host the event. Veteran escorted out after he tried to continue debating; photo.
45	UNI addresses vets' needs as soldiers march home Northern Iowan 108:24, p.1	11/18/2011	Much room for improvement in aiding veterans return to campus and civilian life. Veterans Administration benefits sometimes vary and must be addressed. Veterans see a need for a mentoring system.
46	Committee, student group examine veterans' issues Northern Iowan 108:23, p.1	11/15/2011	Student satisfaction, retention rates, and graduation rates indicate how the university is serving students; especially veterans. Student Veterans Association is an important part of the process.
47	Modern veterans face multiple issues at UNI Northern Iowan 108:22, p.1	11/11/2011	The transition from the armed services to civilian life is difficult. Add in coming back to a college environment and things become complicated. The military is a subculture in some respects.
48	UNI increases efforts towards veteran students Public Relations News Release 2011:107, p.1	11/07/2011	UNI continues to make strides to improve service to veterans by creating a Veteran's Student Service Committee.
49	News in Photos Northern Iowan 108:10, p.2	09/30/2011	Area residents welcomed veterans home from an Honor Flight. The one day trip to Washington, D. C. stopped at several memorials to the men and women who served their country; photo.
50	UNI selected as GI friendly campus Public Relations News Release 2011:36, p.1	09/12/2011	The G.I. Jobs Magazine has selected UNI as a Military Friendly School for 2011.