Wellness and Recreation Center (WRC)

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	Title	Date	Summary
101	UNI makes waste disposal and recycling more efficient on campus Public Relations News Release 2010:20, p.1	8/24/2010	New solar-powered trash compactors and recycling units are being installed on the campus. Six stand-alone solar-powered trash compactors and six three-unit recycling stations will further enhance the beauty of the campus while reducing demands on grounds
102	UNI to offer Kindergym starting Sept. 18 Public Relations News Release 2010:18, p.1	8/23/2010	Kindergym, an informal learning program focusing on the development and refinement of motor skills for 2- to 5-year-olds, will be offered on six Saturdays in the main gym of the Wellness Recreation Center.
103	Make your voice heard Anderson--John Patrick (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 2009:59, p.1	7/16/2010	Input sought on the value of athletics and other auxillary programs at the University; photo.
104	UNI Adapted Sports Camp to be held June 16-19 Public Relations News Release 2009:479, p.1	6/10/2010	According to Jack Eherenman, co-director of the Adapted Sports Camp, the camp is the only opportunity in the state for youth using wheelchairs to partake in competitive sports training.
105	New Outdoor recreation camp seeking adventuresome youth Public Relations News Release 2009:462, p.1	5/19/2010	During the action-packed three-day camp, participants will enjoy activities such as rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, fire building, animal tracking, identification, and more.
106	A day in the life of a UNI Panther Krueger--Jeffrey Allen (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:54, p.supplement 12-13	4/30/2010	Campus scenes; photo.
107	WRC offers variety of health, recreational, workout services Tegeler--Cassie L. (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:54, p.supplement 10	4/30/2010	Wellness and Recreation Center provide a fitness area, free weight room, courts, swimming and leisure pools, climbing wall, and other areas for activities; photo.
108	Rock of Love: marriage proposed at WRC rock climbing wall Krueger--Jeffrey Allen (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:51, p.1	4/20/2010	Jon Farley proposes to Hillary Moore in the WRC; photo.
109	Faculty Senate suggests cut to auxiliary funds Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:41, p.1	3/5/2010	The Wellness and Recreation Center, Performing Arts Center, Student Health Center, Maucker Union, and athletic programs would all feel the effects of a proposal from the Faculty Senate to reduce support from the general fund; photo.
110	Public lifeguarding classes offered at UNI Wellness and Recreation Center Public Relations News Release 2009:302, p.1	2/26/2010	In addition to lifeguard training and certification, adult swim classes, CPR training, first aid training and blood borne pathogens certification classes are available through Wellness and Recreation Services (WRS).
111	UNI participates in National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, Feb. 22 - 26 Public Relations News Release 2009:283, p.1	2/17/2010	Research shows that in the U. S., as many as 10 million females and 1 million males are fighting a life and death battle with an eating disorder. A display on campus will allow people to step on a scale and view a positive affirmation instead of a number.
112	Ironman Triathlon to be held by WRS Schreck--Anna E. (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:34, p.14	2/9/2010	Nearly eighty people participate in the triathlon annually. Three options are available; non-swimming, traditional, and the double triathlon.
113	UNI to conquer new heights with Rock Revolution Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:34, p.1	2/9/2010	Eleventh annual rock climbing competition will include novice, intermediate, and advanced divisions in top rope and bouldering. Scoring is based on completing a number of climbs without falling; photo.
114	UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp Public Relations News Release 2009:260, p.1	2/5/2010	An All-Sports Camp for children ages 6 - 12 will be held during spring break March 15 - 19. Children can participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodge ball and soccer.
115	New Year's resolutions full up the WRC Jensen--Brice Tyler (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.5	1/22/2010	Daily use of the WRC has increased from 1800 per day to 2200 per day since students returned from Christmas break. The WRC is the kind of place that other universities wish to build.
116	Faculty requires other cuts before furloughs Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:23, p.1	11/17/2009	Eighty-eight per cent of the faculty union members surveyed opposed the idea of furloughs unless similar cuts are made in programs including athletics, Gallagher-Bluedorn, and the Wellness Center; photo.
117	News Briefs: Diversity First Retreat and WRC pool dedication Anderson--John David (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:17, p.4	10/27/2009	Angel Banks, director of diversity and student life for Northern Iowa Student Government, announced an interactive, hands-on experience during a diversity retreat. Diving pool dedicated to former professor, Glen F. Henry.
118	Competition pool to be named in honor of first men's swimming coach Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.18	9/1/2009	Competition pool in Wellness/Recreation Center will be named in honor of Glen Henry; photo.
119	Wellness/Recreation Center; free weight room is under renovation Haines--Gregory Lee (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:2, p.11	9/1/2009	New and exciting projects will enhance the facility and provide additional hours for use of the free weight room. The room has been completely gutted from floor to ceiling. New paint, equipment, and lighting will be installed.
120	Films on environmental health issues to show at UNI March 26 and 31 Public Relations News Release 2008:390, p.1	3/11/2009	"Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick" and "A Sense of Wonder" will both precede Sandra Steingraber's visit to UNI on April 6. "A Sense of Wonder" drew attention to the presence of toxic chemicals in the environment in the 1950's.
121	Quiet robbery Becker--Mark Benedict (Class of 2009) Northern Iowan 105:32, p.7	2/3/2009	Questions spending priorities for the University of Northern Iowa; especially the transfer of funds from the general fund to Maucker Union, Gallagher-Bluedorn, athletics, and the Student Health Clinic.
122	Smoking cessation Kuster--Therese Catherine (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:17, p.1	10/28/2008	Kathy Green has developed a free session to help students, faculty, and staff to stop smoking. Program is one-on-one or small group interaction.
123	Wellness Recreation Center offers programs for the community Lantz--Kelly Briann (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 105:17, p.3	10/28/2008	Community members participate in the Noontime Basketball Association, the Master's Swim program, and Climbing Club program for a fee. Student access remains the primary concern.
124	Trash clean up expensive Bardsley--Laura Lee (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:14, p.1	10/17/2008	Cleaning up after football games takes nearly sixty man hours and $2000; photo.
125	Turkey Trot offers workout motivation Kuster--Therese Catherine (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:14, p.7	10/17/2008	Program started three years ago as an incentive to exercise during the holiday season. Prizes are available for answering trivia questions correctly. The program has a newsletter for added support; photo.
126	Avoiding a daily eating contest Vogel--Angela Joy (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:13, p.9	10/14/2008	Texas A & M study shows that students living in the dorms eat 387 more calories per day than those living off campus. Those living off campus believe that they can control what is in their cupboards; photo.
127	Saturday morning race part of festivities Schacht--Hailey Ayn (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 105:11, p.11	10/7/2008	Annual Panther Pacers 5K race starts at 8:00 AM. Registration can be completed online or by picking up an entry form at the Wellness Center.
128	UNI students to backpack the shoreline of Lake Superior Lantz--Kelly Briann (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 105:10, p.1	10/3/2008	Students, faculty, and staff will be exposed to outdoor and environmental education opportunities during a trip to Lake Superior; photo.
129	Weekend warriors Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 105:6, p.6	9/19/2008	Students urged to stay in Cedar Falls for the weekends. By going home each weekend, the student will miss 29% of the college experience. Weekend activities suggested.
130	Welcome families! Northern Iowan 105:6, p.1	9/19/2008	Schedule of events for Family Weekend; photo.
131	Tornado assistance from many sources Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:55, p.7	6/20/2008	Those who were affected by recent tornado find assistance.
132	A presidential greeting Allen--Benjamin J. (President of UNI) Northern Iowan 104:54, p.sup 5	5/2/2008	President Allen shares ways students can get involved at UNI and states the commitment of "Students First"; photo.
133	Wellness and Recreation Services Buxton--Zachary Joe (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 104:54, p.sup 20	5/2/2008	Wellness and Recreation Center offers classes, pickup games, and individual exercise areas; photo.
134	Multicultural Teaching Alliance at UNI to hold fun night, April 18 Public Relations News Release 2007:611, p.1	4/17/2008	The Multicultural Teaching Alliance will host a Fun Night for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Iowa.
135	Students take "The Look" down the runway Fleming--Rachel M. (Student--2006) Northern Iowan 104:46, p.1	4/4/2008	Annual Textiles and Apparel Student Design show held in Lang Hall; photo.
136	UNI Outdoors hosts climbing contest Hoff--Forest Stephen (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:39, p.13	2/29/2008	Eighth annual rock climbing competition held at Wellness and Recreation Center; photo.
137	I Want Team Spirit Glory Northern Iowan 104:35, p.4	2/15/2008	Announcement and procedures for participation in upcoming intramural activities; photo.
138	What happens on Spring Break stays on Spring Break Glaser--Jordan Moye (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:35, p.5	2/15/2008	Alternatives to spending Spring Break in the usual locations include mission trips or road trips with friends. The latter are safer and less expensive.
139	Don't worry, be happy Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:34, p.7	2/12/2008	Be Positive Month suggestions.
140	Fad diets: not as simple as they claim Smith--Amy (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:32, p.5	2/5/2008	Many 'fad' diets are unsafe and simply do not work, according to Dean Schillinger, Hy-Vee dietician.
141	I Want Team Spirit Glory Northern Iowan 104:32, p.12	2/5/2008	Intramural basketball winning teams. Upcoming events for February and March.
142	Relieving the stresses of a college student Glaser--Jordan Moye (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:31, p.5	2/1/2008	Making lists, going for coffee, playing games, getting a massage, and working out take the mind off impending projects and assignments.
143	There is an organization out there for everyone Hawthorne--Morgan L. A. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:29, p.2	1/25/2008	Considers the many types of campus student organizations; provides information on how to find a complete list of groups on campus; photo.
144	Home and college life meld together for Family Weekend French--Larissa A. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:18, p.1	10/26/2007	Schedule of activities for Family Weekend; photo.
145	Rape defense class teaches safety Barkley--Tia M. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:3, p.3	8/31/2007	Rape Aggression Defense class shows students how to protect themselves and avoid dangerous situations.
146	Artwork livens up campus landscape Harken--Sarah (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:2, p.1	8/28/2007	One-half of one percent of the cost of a building goes toward creating artwork that everyone can view and enjoy; photo.
147	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	3/26/2007	The Iowa Therapeutic Recreation Association will be holding its state conference in the Wellness and Recreation Center Friday, March 30.
148	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	2/19/2007	The 8th Annual Climbing and Bouldering Competition will take place in the Wellness/Recreation Center, Saturday, February 24.
149	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	2/19/2007	The Orchesis Dance Company will be presenting a musical theatre/jazz dance style master class Monday, February 26.
150	Healthy weight can't be found on a chart Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	1/16/2007	January 21-27 is Healthy Weight Week and Joan Thompson offers tips to maintain a healthy weight.

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