Whitnah--Donald R. (History Faculty)

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# Title Date Summary
1 Donald Whitnah
Campus News Network 8:13, p.
Publishes book on US Department of Transportation.
2 Northern Lights celebrating a dozen decades of great teaching
Campus News Network 6:17, p.
Photographs of activities celebrating UNI's 120th anniversary; photo.
3 A purple potpourri
Public Relations News Release 1995:329, p.1
120 pound popcorn ball to be constructed for 120th celebration. Other activities are announced.
4 Inaugural lecture of endowed professorship presented at University of Northern Iowa Thursday, April 25
Public Relations News Release 1995:335, p.1
R. Gordon Hoxie will present "Considerations on Presidents and the Presidency" in Seerley Hall April 25.
5 Northern Lights--observing a dozen decades of great teaching
Campus News Network 6:14, p.1
UNI will celebrate its 120th anniversary with many activities in the fourth week of April.
6 We're having a party and you're invited to participate!
Campus News Network 6:9, p.2
UNI will celebrate its 120th anniversary April 20-26.
7 Northern Iowa celebrates a dozen decades
Northern Iowa Today 79:2, p.19
120th anniversary celebration planned.
8 Albert Gilgen named 1996 Distinguished Scholar
Campus News Network 6:7, p.1
Alber Gilgen named 1996 Distinguished Scholar by the Graduate Council; former scholars listed; photo.
9 Acknowledgments--Volume II
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.0

Professor Lang.'s daughters thank those who assisted in the preparation of the UNI centennial history.

10 Lang Hall at University of Northern Iowa to be formally dedicated Saturday, May 6
Public Relations News Release 1994:441, p.1
Auditorium building at the UNI will be named for William Lang.
11 Virginia Berg named 1995 Distinguished Scholar
Campus News Network 5:7, p.1
Biographical sketch of Professor Berg; list of previous winners; photo.
12 Seminar room dedication for former Dean to be held November 9 at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1994:136, p.1
Donald Howard will be honored by having a seminar room named for him.
13 Why I teach
Campus News Network 4:10, p.3
Roy Sandstrom reflects on why he teaches.
14 Northern Iowa sources for this week's topics in the news.
Public Relations News Release 1991:696, p.1
Faculty and staff members named as additional sources of information for topics in the news.
15 Donald R. Whitnah
Campus News Network 2:10, p.
Writes book on US occupation of Austria.
16 History professor and wife collaborate to write book on Austrian occupation
Northern Iowan 88:30, p.8
Professor Whitnah and his wife Florentine prepare book; photo.
17 Occupation of Austria following World War II topic of book by University of Northern Iowa history prof and spouse
Public Relations News Release 1991:309, p.1
Donald and Florentine Whitnah have written a book dealing with the US occupation of Austria following World War II; gives reasons for the successful transition to independence.
18 Donald Whitnah
Campus News Network 2:6, p.
Presents paper and participates in panel.
19 U.S./Soviet arms agreement--moving closer to world peace.
Public Relations News Release 1990:696, p.1
Arms agreement cuts nuclear arsenals by thirty per cent. This is considered another step toward world peace.
20 Austrian government decorates University of Northern Iowa professor
Northern Iowa Today 19:1, p.4
Professor Donald Whitnah receives Cross of the Order of Merit; photo.
21 Untitled
Campus News Network 1:10, p.2
Professor Whitnah at dinner with Austrian Ambassador; photo.
22 Whitnah awarded Commanders Cross for relations efforts
Northern Iowan 87:32, p.4
Donald Whitnah received an award for furthering relations between Austria and the U. S.; photo.
23 A venture in Vienna
Campus News Network 1:9, p.1
Schedule of events associated with "Vienna in Concert" display.
24 Austrian government to decorate UNI professor
Campus News Network 1:9, p.2
Professor Whitnah will receive the Commanders Cross of the Order of Merit for his research on Austria; photo.
25 Austrian government to decorate University of Northern Iowa history professor during banquet in honor of "Vienna in Concert"
Public Relations News Release 1990:289, p.1
Ambassador Friedrich Hoess of Austria presents the Commanders Cross to Professor Whitnah. Dr. Clemens Coreth, Austrian Consul-General in Chicago was also present. Renowned Viennese pastry chef, Franz Deiser, was also at UNI.
26 News release
Public Relations News Release 1990:163, p.1
Open house held to honor the late Dr. Leland Sage.
27 Donald Whitnah
Campus News Network 1:1, p.2
Presents paper on post-war Austria.
28 Northern Iowa to graduate more than 1,200 Saturday in UNI-Dome.
Public Relations News Release 1989:626, p.1
The student address will be delivered by Annette Klein Zuck, who will receive a bachelor's degree with high honors, with a major in elementary education. Some 1,100 graduating students have indicated they will attend the ceremonies Saturday.
29 Latham hall renovation to be dedicated Sunday (April 22) at University of Northern Iowa.
Public Relations News Release 1989:577, p.1
The renovated building now houses the Departments of Earth Science and Home Economics. The dedication will feature a welcome and introductions by President Curris and remarks by Roy Saigo and Donald Whitnah. Two students will speak as well.
30 Distinguished Scholars announced
Northern Iowa Today 18:1, p.12
Professors Robert Gish and Donald Whitnah honored.
31 University of Northern Iowa commencement to be 1 P. M. Saturday (Dec. 16).
Public Relations News Release 1989:299, p.1
550 new alumni will be officially added to the roster of graduates. Two doctor of education recipients: Randall Clegg and Kathleen Sullivan Mulholland. Connie Koenen Uhl, will deliver the student address.
32 Gish, Whitnah honored: Distinguished Scholars named
Northern Iowan 86:24, p.1
Profiles of Professors Gish and Whitnah; will receive semester leave from teaching to pursue research.
33 Report suggests more gen ed
Northern Iowan 86:22, p.5
Faculty believe UNI comes close to meeting the Cheney Reports recommendations of fifty gen ed hours.
34 Two University of Northern Iowa professors recognized as distinguished scholars.
Public Relations News Release 1989:229, p.1
Robert Gish and Donald Whitnah received the UNI Distinguished Scholars Award. It is intended to honor distinguished and eminent scholars and artists among the UNI graduate faculty by allowing them to pursue research on creative activities.
35 Whitnah assumes new role
Northern Iowan 86:8, p.4
Profile of Donald Whitnah, Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
36 At Board of Regents meeting: duplication arguments heard
Northern Iowan 86:7, p.1
UNI representatives present cases in favor of retaining the Department of Home Economics and the Ed. D.
37 Regents name acting dean for University of Northern Iowa, approve other business.
Public Relations News Release 1989:92, p.1
Donald Whitnah was named the acting dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The Board ratified contracts and additions on the Campbell Hall roof improvements project totaling, $99,335.
38 The signing of the declaration of independence -- July 4, 1776.
Public Relations News Release 1988:545, p.1
Don Whitnah, fills is in on lore associated with the Declaration and its signers. He says the completed document wasn't signed by all members of Congress until August 2, 1776.
39 Emeritus professor of history, 89, dies
Northern Iowan 85:41, p.4
Leland Sage died February 16, 1989; photo.
40 Presidential leadership in USA celebrates a birthday.
Public Relations News Release 1988:303, p.1
President's Day, observed during the month of both George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln's birthdays. Don Whitnah, says this year celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Presidency.
41 Services Saturday (Feb. 18) for Leland L. Sage, emeritus history professor at University of Northern Iowa.
Public Relations News Release 1988:305, p.1
Sage taught European and Iowa history throughout his 54-years on the Cedar Falls campus. He wrote many books on Iowa and its people.
42 Whitnah leaves after 17 years of history
Northern Iowan 85:1, p.7
Professor Whitnah will return to teaching and research.
43 Berlin Wall 27 years old, but still as strong as ever says UNI professor.
Public Relations News Release 1988:520, p.1
U.S. and the Soviet Union warming their relationship, the Berlin wall will not thaw. The matter is between East and West Germans.
44 Nine University of Northern Iowa students to study abroad in Austria.
Public Relations News Release 1988:518, p.1
Program will combine full academic schedule and foreign culture; focus will be on two history courses offered by Whitnah. List of students studying abroad.
45 Northern Iowa Department of History head, Donald Whitnah, to return to full-time faculty status
Public Relations News Release 1988:516, p.1
Professor Whitnah will take students to Austria for a semester to study relationships between Austria and the U.S. He plans to complete two books.
46 Northern Iowa offering a semester of study in Austria for students and public.
Public Relations News Release 1988:431, p.1
Study abroad for the fall semester 1988 in Klagenfurt, Austria.
47 Whitnah to resign headship
Public Relations News Release 84:58, p.1
Professor Whitnah looks back on his work; photo.
48 Overseas study recommended by both professors, participants
Northern Iowan 84:43, p.9
Department of History will send students to Austria; student talks about experiences in Regents London program.
49 "Salzberg Under Siege" is topic of Northern Iowa history lecture Feb. 3
Public Relations News Release 1987:238, p.1
Professor Donald Whitnah lectures on the American occupation and restoration of Salzburg, Austria as part of the History Lecture Series. Whitnah co-authored a book on the occupation with Edgar Erickson, titled "The American Occupation of Austria".
50 Radio News Network Broadcast Briefs
Public Relations News Release 1987:179, p.1
David Walker outlines Iowa's early attempts at statehood. Donald Whitnah and Tom Ryan list their top five news stories of the year. Dave Whitsett suggests strategies for keeping New Year resolutions. The Radio News Network shuts down for New Year's Day.