Vilsack--Thomas [Governor of Iowa]

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# Title Date Summary
1 'Acts of cowardice' shake UNI
Northern Iowan 118:5, p.1
A reprint of an article from September 14, 2001 following the events of 9/11.
2 The news is making me sick
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.4
24 hour news cycle has the potential to turn people away from the news. The attention placed on seemingly unimportant matters makes people lose interest.
3 Gears run out of oil
Northern Iowan 103:28, p.17
Reflections on articles of the past semester.
4 Tenacious Terrapins trouble Panthers
Northern Iowan 103:28, p.15
Number 1 rated Maryland women's basketball team defeats UNI 77-33; photo.
5 Who will purchase the next Democratic ticket?
Northern Iowan 103:25, p.7
Six potential presidential candidates for the Democratic nomination discussed.
6 What has caused eminent domain?
Northern Iowan 102:56, p.1
Governor Vilsack vetoes a bill passed by the Iowa legislature; says that eminent domain is necessary in order to promote economic and job growth.
7 Governor to sign bill giving Iowa's electric utilities incentive to switch to soy-based transformer oil
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
BioTrans oil is biodegradable and benefits farmers, companies, and the environment.
8 UNI students head to capitol; lobbying to keep tuition costs down
Northern Iowan 102:39, p.5
Students traveled to Des Moines to gain support for the Transformation for Excellence program.
9 Recognized for a great season
Northern Iowan 102:36, p.15
Football team recognized at the State Capitol; photo.
10 Student government defeats teacher pay resolution
Northern Iowan 102:35, p.1
General idea of increased funding for teacher pay accepted, but wording discouraged some from supporting resolution; photo.
11 Legislature, Board of Regents discuss Vilsack's budget
Northern Iowan 102:33, p.1
Vilsack's plans would distribute millions more to the regent universities; photo.
12 Iowa teachers rank near bottom of pay scale; UNI education majors seen alternatives in other states.
Northern Iowan 102:30, p.1
Students and graduates are frustrated by low teacher pay in Iowa, a state that values education; photo.
13 Thursday, Sept. 29
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.2
Iowa Business Council "Early Childhood Development/Education Awareness Conference" will be held.
14 Students want to help victims of Katrina
Northern Iowan 102:4, p.1
Students and legislators are both working to help victims of the recent hurricane disaster; photo.
15 Governor signs landmark bill giving companies tax incentive to switch to soy-based metalworking fluids
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Two dollar per gallon income tax credit will be given to companies that switch from petroleum.
16 Governor Vilsack proposes tax hike; cigarette smokers feel the burn
Northern Iowan 101:32, p.1
In an attempt to pay for rising health care costs and offset budget problems, Governor Vilsack is proposing to increase the price of a pack of cigarettes by one dollar.
17 Tensions force two Regents to resign
Northern Iowan 101:32, p.1
John Forsyth and David Neil have resigned from the Iowa Board of Regents amid talk of conflicts of interest.
18 Russell Hall looks to renovate
Northern Iowan 101:6, p.1
Russell Hall to be next in line for expansion and renovation; photo.
19 Omnibus Bill proposes level funding, renovation bonds
Northern Iowan 100:47, p.1
Description of the Republican state legislative plan for the 2005 budget.
20 Vilsack vetoes 'small' bill
Northern Iowan 100:41, p.1
Debates rages over amount of increase in public school funding in Iowa; photo.
21 Forgivable loan program offers incentive to teach in Iowa
Northern Iowan 100:17, p.3
Students who teach subjects in which there are teacher shortages in Iowa will be forgiven twenty percent of their loan each year for up to five years.
22 UNI center cosponsors state conference on diversity
Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1
Disproportional Minority Confinement Resource Center will hold their second annual statewide conference in Des Moines.
23 NI year in review
Northern Iowan 99:55, p.1
Highlights from the year's big news stories; photo.
24 Election levels political field; election 2002 results
Northern Iowan 99:20, p.1
Democrats Tom Vilsack and Tom Harkin won the election Tuesday, while Republicans gained seats in Congress; photo.
25 Know the vote! Brief candidate overview for today's election
Northern Iowan 99:19, p.1
Information is provided on candidates for Iowa Governor, U.S. Senator, and Iowa Representative in the 1st District.
26 UNI didn't fly with 'West Wing' actors
Northern Iowan 99:17, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack, Senator Tom Harkin, congressional candidate Ann Hutchison, and actors Dule Hill and Bradley Whitford did not appear on campus, due to scheduling difficulties.
27 TV's 'West Wing' stars join Iowan 'left wings'; actors want students to vote on Nov. 5
Northern Iowan 99:16, p.1
Dule Hill and Bradley Whitford, television actors on the show "West Wing", Tom Vilsack, Tom Harkin, and Ann Hutchison will be in the Great Reading Room in Seerley Hall on October 26 to encourage students to vote in the upcoming election.
28 Governor Vilsack visits UNI students; Tuesday's forum provided answers to the UNI community from its governor
Northern Iowan 99:6, p.1
Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack visited campus and spoke to students concerning the recent and upcoming tuition hikes; photo.
29 Chance to raise tuition concerns to Vilsack
Northern Iowan 99:5, p.9
Encourages students to talk to Governor Vilsack about the possible tuition hike while he is on campus today.
30 Student forum with Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack
Northern Iowan 99:4, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack will visit the UNI campus on September 17 to talk with students, faculty, and staff.
31 Vilsack's 9/11 anniversary message
Northern Iowan 99:4, p.12
Text of Governor Tom Vilsack's speech on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
32 Gross blames Vilsack for tuition costs
Northern Iowan 99:1, p.5
Republican candidate for governor, Doug Gross, spoke on Tom Vilsack's performance and tuition costs at a news conference on campus
33 Vilsack focuses on education initiative
Northern Iowan 99:1, p.5
Governor Tom Vilsack spoke on campus about a possible program called "Iowa Learns."
34 UNI to host 57th year of Girls State activities June 9-14
Public Relations News Release 2001:516, p.1
Girls State has been on campus for 50 consecutive years; a list of staff members is given.
35 State legislature hits UNI with more cuts; early retirement programs, equipment purchases crippled by recent budget reduction
Northern Iowan 98:43, p.1
According to President Koob, the latest budget cut will take an additional $1.5 million from the UNI budget.
36 Vilsack signs 'English-only' bill; supporters of bill hope it will unify the people of Iowa
Northern Iowan 98:42, p.1
Eighty-one percent of Iowans feel that the 'English-only' bill will unite the people of Iowa but others on campus feel it will send a wrong message about Iowa.
37 Vilsack focuses on Iowan education
Northern Iowan 98:34, p.1
Governor Vilsack talked about his plan to give tax credits to college graduates who choose to stay in Iowa; photo.
38 Governor's visit prompts tuition questions
Northern Iowan 98:26, p.1
Governor Vilsack met with school leaders and students during his visit to UNI; photo.
39 Panther hoopsters upset Hawkeyes in the UNI-Dome
Northern Iowan 98:26, p.1
President Koob and Governor Tom Vilsack watch the UNI basketball game; photo.
40 Governor Vilsack to visit UNI campus
Northern Iowan 98:25, p.1
Schedule of events for Governor Vilsack's visit.
41 Iowa needs new leadership
Northern Iowan 98:25, p.10
Encourages students to vote against Tom Vilsack in the upcoming primaries and election.
42 Student voices
Northern Iowan 98:24, p.13
Students answer the question "Are you interested in going to see Governor Vilsack? Why or why not?"; photo.
43 Vilsack talks tuition, taxes
Northern Iowan 98:24, p.1
Governor Vilsack makes his annual visit to UNI to speak with students and faculty; photo.
44 Governor to visit UNI campus
Public Relations News Release 2001:216, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack will visit UNI on December 4.
45 Vilsack wants to save Iowa
Northern Iowan 98:13, p.1
Governor Vilsack proposes state income tax credits in order to encourage students to stay in Iowa after graduation; photo.
46 State officers inaugurated at Iowa American Legion Auxiliary Girls State at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2000:469, p.1
A list is given of those participants that were elected for state and county officials at the 56th annual Iowa Girls State.
47 Gov. Vilsack presents 'Governor's Cup' to UNI cadet
Public Relations News Release 2000:402, p.1
Seth Hall is selected at the most outstanding Reserve Officer Training Corps cadet.
48 Vilsack meets Russian students
Northern Iowan 97:52, p.4
UNI and Russian students discuss differences between the governments in Russia and the United States.
49 UNI Day proclaimed
Campus News Network 11:17, p.1
UNI's 125th anniversary announced as UNI Day.
50 UNI to mark 125th anniversary with series of special events
Public Relations News Release 2000:308, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack will recognize UNI for service to Iowa, kicking off a number of events to celebrate the university's 125th anniversary.
51 MTV tour attempts to 'Just Eliminate Lies'
Northern Iowan 97:22, p.3
A teen rally will be held in Waterloo to educate youth on the effects of tobacco.
52 Gore loves Iowa
Northern Iowan 97:21, p.1
Four hundred supporters show up for a Gore rally; photo.
53 Governor's council prepares to give Iowa a 10-year face lift
Northern Iowan 97:11, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack would like to see not only new workers come to Iowa but would also like for those who left the state to return to work here.
54 Student voices heard by Governor Vilsack
Northern Iowan 97:10, p.8
Thanks students for attending Governor Vilsack's student forum.
55 Tickets still available for Nine Days
Northern Iowan 97:9, p.8
Activities of the Northern Iowa Student Government are listed.
56 UNI honors one of its own: Governor Vilsack, President Koob show respect for Robert Hibbs
Northern Iowan 97:8, p.3
The memorial to Robert J. Hibbs was formally dedicated; photo.
57 Vilsack visits campus
Northern Iowan 97:8, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack held a question and answer session in the Union; photo.
58 Governor Vilsack wants to talk to you
Northern Iowan 97:7, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack will hold an open student forum in the Union prior to his participation in the dedication of the Hibbs Memorial; photo.
59 Vilsack to visit UNI Sept. 19
Northern Iowan 97:6, p.2
A student forum will be held with Governor Tom Vilsack.
60 UNI to memorialize alumnus and Vietnam War hero
Public Relations News Release 2000:66, p.1
A ceremony commemorating the only UNI alumnus to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor will be held for Robert J. Hibbs.
61 Oil prices fall as output increases
Northern Iowan 96:60, p.1
Gasoline prices were at their all time high because of decreased national supply and compliance with emissions regulations; photo.
62 State officers inaugurated at Iowa American Legion Auxiliary Girls State at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2000:469, p.1
A list of the high school students who were elected state officials at this year's Girls State.
63 Local residents elected to city office at Iowa American Legion Auxiliary Girls State on University of Northern Iowa campus
Public Relations News Release 1999:443, p.1
Elected officials of the mythical cities at Hawkeye Girls State are listed.
64 Iowa American Legion Auxiliary Girls State to begin 55th year of activities at the University of Northern Iowa on Sunday, June 11
Public Relations News Release 1999:437, p.1
More than three hundred high school students will be participating in this year's Girls State. Listed are the staff who will be assisting them.
65 Director of UNI's ABIL Research Program named to governor's advisory committee
Public Relations News Release 1999:421, p.1
Lou Honary has been named to Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack's Life Sciences Advisory Committee.
66 Signed, sealed, delivered
Campus News Network 10:19, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack was on campus to sign the Education Appropriations Bill; photo.
67 PAC opening ceremony today
Northern Iowan 96:49, p.1
Ribbon-cutting ceremony to be held; schedule of upcoming concerts including Bill Cosby.
68 Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center dedication: April 7
Public Relations News Release 1999:341, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack and the Board of Regents will attend the dedication of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
69 ABIL announces test results
Campus News Network 10:16, p.1
UNI's Ag-Based Industrial Lubricants Research program announced the results of SoyTRUK tests.
70 GBPAC to open with 10-day 'Crescendo Festival'
Campus News Network 10:16, p.1
Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center to open with dedication, gala opening, and various performances; photo.
71 Legislature proposes more budget cuts
Northern Iowan 96:45, p.1
Detailed look at proposed budget cuts from state legislature; NISG plans media blitz and visit to state capital.
72 News conference scheduled for March 29, 1:30 p.m., State Capitol Building
Public Relations News Release 1999:318, p.1
UNI's Ag-Based Industrial Lubricants Research Program and Ruan Transportation will announce results of recent field tests on soy-based semi-truck grease.
73 A joint release from the Regent institutions: Regents react to proposed budget cuts
Public Relations News Release 1999:306, p.1
Reaction of the Board of Regents to a proposal by House Republicans that would cut money from Governor Tom Vilsack's fiscal year 2001 education budget.
74 State budget cuts hit Regents universities
Northern Iowan 96:40, p.1
Governor proposes to give $348,000 in new money to UNI, representing about 7% of new Regents money.
75 UNI expertise will boost "livability" quotient
Northern Iowa Today 84:1, p.5
Several UNI units contribute to improving the quality of life in Iowa.
76 Briefly: Governor's open house
Campus News Network 10:9, p.3
Governor Tom Vilsack invites all UNI employees to a holiday open house on Friday, December 10.
77 Vilsack ready to revitalize the state
Northern Iowan 96:22, p.1
Governor Vilsack outlined six strategies for improving the livability of Iowa in recent address.
78 University of Northern Iowa hosts landmark summit on "Iowa Livability"
Public Relations News Release 1999:128, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack convened a summit at UNI to identify quality of life issues that will determine Iowa's future.
79 Vilsack looking to keep Iowans at home
Northern Iowan 96:21, p.1
"Enhancing the Livability of Iowa Communities" summit will be held Wednesday. Governor Vilsack hopes to draw people to Iowa by improving recreation, natural resources, and tourism; photo.
80 Governor's summit examines livability in Iowa communities
Public Relations News Release 1999:118, p.1
Discussion with Governor Vilsack after his presentation at the Governor's Summit at UNI.
81 Media Advisory: Gov. Vilsack to hold summit on Iowa livability at the University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1999:112, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack will hold a summit on "Enhancing the Livability of Iowa Communities" on November 10. Presenters include Nancy Landess, Christopher Edginton, Dan Dustin, Gerald Schnepf, and Brent Siegrist.
82 Iowa 2010: predicting Iowa's future
Northern Iowan 96:16, p.3
Governor Vilsack has selected a council to hold a series of town meetings across Iowa and gather information for strategic planning.
83 University of Northern Iowa holding Community Visitation Days in Muscatine Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 25 and 26
Public Relations News Release 1999:94, p.1
UNI is hosting a Visitation Program in Muscatine for prospective students and their parents.
84 Vilsack plans to lead more talent, prosperity to Iowa
Northern Iowan 96:12, p.1
Governor Tom Vilsack discussed employment, population growth, education, family farms, diversity, and other issues in Maucker Union October 5, 1999; photo.
85 Gov. Tom Vilsack to visit UNI campus on Tuesday
Northern Iowan 96:10, p.1
The governor will make a short speech followed by a question and answer session.
86 Governor Vilsack looks to the Institute for Decision Making for help
Campus News Network 9:16, p.1
Randy Pilkington appointed to 21st Century Workforce Council; IDM will assist the state's strategic planning group in developing a vision for the State of Iowa.
87 Governor Branstad leaves his mark on higher education, UNI
Campus News Network 9:10, p.1
Summary of contributions Governor Branstad has made to education at UNI.
88 Vilsack comes up big in elections
Northern Iowan 95:20, p.1
Democrat Tom Vilsack was elected Governor of Iowa; other election results are given; photo.
89 Vilsack seeks Iowa growth
Northern Iowan 95:14, p.1
Gubernatorial candidate Tom Vilsack is focusing his campaign on retaining college students in Iowa after graduation; photo.
90 UNI site hosts 1st governor debate
Northern Iowan 94:46, p.1
Gubernatorial candidates met at UNI's Agricultural Based Industrial Lubricant (ABIL) research facility in Waverly March 27; photo.