Women's and Gender Studies

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	Title	Date	Summary
1	Amplifying Afghan voices Schmitz--Mallory (Student--2021) Northern Iowan 119:19, p.01	10/31/2022	The "Our Stories: Women in Afghanistan" panel, organized largely by the UNI Women's and Gender Studies program, took place on October 27th in Lang Hall Auditorium. Five women traveled from various parts of the U.S. to share their stories and insight on the women's rights issues in Afghanistan. The five women in the panel were Hakima Afzaly, Hasina Jalal, Zamira Saidi, Zuhal Salim, and Roquiya Sayeq; photo.
2	Clothesline Project returns to UNI Goodwin--Antonia (Student--2021) Northern Iowan 118:13, p.2	10/11/2021	The Clothesline Project returns for its 10th consecutive year this fall. It is an international movement meant to protest violence against women, and will be a three day event on campus; photo.
3	FTR series celebrates Women's History Month Koehler--Emma (Student--2021) Northern Iowan 117:45, p.04	3/29/2021	Ukamaka Olisakwe, a well-known Nigerian novelist, was the guest star of March's Final Thursday Reading Series via Zoom. Her book "Ogadinma: or, Everything Will Be Alright" discusses the hardships her mother's generation persevered through and the persistent endurance needed; photo.
4	UNI to take back the night Hauer--Sydney (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:48, p.03	4/5/2018	The Northern Iowa Feminist's are hosting Take Back the Night, and event to raise awareness of sexual assault.
5	Clothesline Project brings awareness Smith--Monique (Student--2017), Davis--Kirby (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:15, p.02	10/16/2017	UNI's Women and Gender Studies (WGS) Program hosted the Clothesline Project to raise awareness of violence against women as a part of the Relationship Violence Awareness Month. People who have been effected by violence could write anonymous messages on the t-shirts that would be hung up around the Union; photo.
6	Women's history celebration Turnis--Kayleen Marie (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 111:43, p.1	3/12/2015	UNI will is celebrating women's history month with various events each week; photo.
7	UNI to host Women's History Month events Public Relations News Release 2014:202, p.1	3/9/2015	In March, the UNI Women's and Gender Studies Program will host multiple events in honor of Women's History Month. All events are free and open to the public.
8	CROW Forum to present 'Intimate Domain: Desire, Trauma and Mimetic Theory' Public Relations News Release 2014:184, p.1	2/23/2015	Martie Reineke, a professor of philosophy and world religions at UNI, will present a lecture on March 2, in the Center for Multicultural Education. Reineke will discuss the research that went into her latest book.
9	'I Am Eleven' film screening Public Relations News Release 2014:157, p.1	1/20/2015	The screening will be on February 4th at the College Square Theater at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the movie are ten dollars per person and must be purchased in advance. The film follows 11-year-olds from all around the world, and is 94 minutes long.
10	CROW Forum presentation, The Double Whammy: Cartoon Representations of Minority Women Public Relations News Release 2014:128, p.1	11/20/2014	In the Center for Multicultural Education, on December 1, Reginald Green will present a CROW Forum presentation. This event is put on by the UNI Women's and Gender Studies program, and is free and open to the public.
11	UNI faculty and staff proclaim 'We Can Do Better' Public Relations News Release 2014:106, p.1	11/3/2014	UNI faculty and staff have planned a Day of Solidarity in response to the posts on Yik Yak, it is taking place November 6, near the fountain between Maucker Union and Rod Library.
12	UNI hosts Take Back the Night to increase awareness of sexual assault Public Relations News Release 2013:257, p.1	4/17/2014	UNI will host Take Back the Night in Seerley Hall to increase awareness of sexual assault. There will be a panel discussion, a sign-making and March from Seerley Hall to the Campanile.
13	(Re)Orientating the audience Sempere--Autumn R. (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 110:50, p.6	4/14/2014	"(Re)Orientation" consists of different interactive skits that engage the audience in discussion revolving around gender identity, sexual orientation, and consent in sexual situations. The skits are performed by UNI students.
14	Daisy Hernandez to be keynote speaker for Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2013:202, p.1	3/11/2014	Daisy Hernandez, author and journalist, will be the keynote speaker for Women's History Month. He lecture is titled, "Feminists, Comadres, and Maybe Beyoncé: Models of Leadership Today". The event is sponsored by several groups on campus.
15	UNI to present 'Girl Rising' for Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2013:193, p.1	2/27/2014	UNI will present a viewing of the film "Girl Rising" directed by Richard Robbins. The film tells the story of nine girls showcasing the power of education. Discussion and refreshments will follow the film.
16	UNI students rise up against domestic abuse Nilles--Kellen Marie (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:10, p.4	10/1/2013	October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Women's and Gender Studies program will be hosting various events throughout the month. They hope that students will get involved; photo.
17	Students discuss influential women in their lives Eaton--Samantha Marie (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 109:44, p.8	3/29/2013	Celebrating Colors: Women Past, Present and Future was an event sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program. During the event, people shared stories of the lives of their mothers and grandmothers.
18	UNI to celebrate Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2012:225, p.1	3/4/2013	There are various events that will take place in honor of Women's History Month. The theme this year is "Feminism and the Modern Family".
19	UNI to host reenactment of women's suffrage march Public Relations News Release 2012:210, p.1	3/4/2013	UNI will host a reenactment of the 1913 women's suffrage march. The march took place prior to the inauguration of President Woodrow Wilson to protest women's exclusion from the right to vote.
20	UNI Professor to present lecture on university diversity policies Public Relations News Release 2012:177, p.1	1/24/2013	Ruth Chananie-Hill will present her lecture, "Effects of Social Movement and Institutional Networks on University Diversity Policies, Initiatives and Culture". Her lecture is about social movements regarding race, gender, and sexuality.
21	Safe Date Tailgate aims to raise awareness of dating violence Cassidy--Anthony Joseph (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 108:12, p.3	10/7/2011	Free barbeque sandwiches, refreshments, and prizes will be handed out from noon to 3:00 pm during the annual Safe Date Tailgate. Information will also be available.
22	Women's and Gender Studies Program to host Women's History Month Cassidy--Anthony Joseph (Student--2010) Northern Iowan 107:40, p.1	3/1/2011	Annual open house will be held this week. The group activities this month will be dedicated to Susan Allbee. A memorial will be held in the Sabin Hall foyer with a reception following the ceremony.
23	UNI to celebrate Women's History Month. Public Relations News Release 2010:228, p.1	2/28/2011	Series of events scheduled in honor of Women's History Month.
24	UNI to host open house for Women's History Month. Public Relations News Release 2010:228, p.1	2/21/2011	The Women's and Gender Studies program will celebrate with an open house and tours of its new facility.
25	Nov. 1 CROW Forum to feature UNI College of Education dean Public Relations News Release 2010:113, p.1	10/26/2010	Dwight C. Watson will present "Exploring Social Connectivity through the Use of Adolescent Queer Literature." Watson will discuss the social and psychological development of gay and lesbian adolescents.
26	UNI celebrates Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2009:300, p.1	2/26/2010	To kick off Women's History Month, "Women in the Globalized World," a panel discussion sponsored by the Women's and Gender Studies Program, will be held in the Center for Multicultural Education, Maucker Union.
27	Lecture to examine role conflict of women on parole Public Relations News Release 2009:291, p.1	2/22/2010	"Who Am I Accountable To? Role Conflict Among Women on Parole" is the title of a lecture to be given to Tara Opsal, professor of criminology, at the Center for Multicultural Education, Room 109A.
28	Feb. 1 CROW Forum to feature UNI executive vice president and provost Public Relations News Release 2009:235, p.1	1/25/2010	"Women in Academic Leadership" will be presented by the executive vice president and provost Gloria Gibson as part of the CROW (Current Research on Women's Studies) Forum. The forum will be held in the center for Multicultural Education in Maucker Union.
29	Next CROW forum to be held Nov. 2 Public Relations News Release 2009:128, p.1	10/23/2009	"Third Wave Agneda: Women's Flat-Track Roller Derby" is the title of a lecture to be given by Ruth Chananie-Hill, Jennifer Waldron, and Natalie Turner, as part of the CROW (Current Research on Women) Forum in the Center for Multicultural Education.
30	Safe Date Tailgate brings awareness to tailgaters Deharty--Angela Kaye (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:15, p.11	10/20/2009	Homecoming provided the opportunity to inform students on safe and fun dating. Free food and drink brought students to the tent of the Women's and Gender Studies Department. Drawings were held.
31	Panthers' tailgaters support UNI with food , games Crist-Thomson--Kate Marie (Student--2009) Northern Iowan 106:14, p.3	10/16/2009	Tailgating is not new, but has been increasing prior to football games in the Dome. Fun, family, friends, food, conversation, and games highlight the activities; photo.
32	UNI Homecoming celebration to feature week of activities Public Relations News Release 2009:111, p.1	10/8/2009	Homecoming committee members are encouraging students, faculty, and staff to wear purple and gold on Friday, October 16. The festivities will begin on October 11 with residence halls window painting and continue through October 17.
33	UNI honors outstanding faculty for teaching, research and professional service Public Relations News Release 2009:79, p.1	9/25/2009	Four faculty members were honored at the fall faculty meeting last month. They are: Harry Brod, Kim MacLin, Cherin Lee, and Martha Reineke. The new James F. Lubker Faculty Research Award was created to honor Jim Lubker, professor of communication science.
34	CROW forum to be held Monday, Oct. 5 Public Relations News Release 2009:69, p.1	9/21/2009	"Working to End Gender Violence on College Campuses: 1999-2009" is the title of a lecture to be given by Annette Lynch, professor of textiles and apparel. Lynch will discuss three Department of Justice, Campus Gender Violence Prevention grants.
35	UNI to host presentation on cross-cultural sexuality Public Relations News Release 2009:48, p.1	9/14/2009	Sexual attitudes, practices and behaviors and how they vary by culture, will be the focus of a lecture presented by Janell Carroll, a prominent national speaker, sexologist and author. The lecture is called "Sex Around the World."
36	New courses offered for Liberal Arts Core Zidon--Rachel Margaret (Student--2008) Northern Iowan 106:1, p.19	8/28/2009	"Wind Energy Applications in Iowa" and "Women and Gender Studies: Introduction" have been added to the social science category. Iowa has become a major player in harnessing the wind for energy; photo.
37	UNI to participate in national anti-violence event 'Take Back the Night' Public Relations News Release 2008:477, p.1	4/17/2009	This event protests sexual assualt and violence against women. According to Charles Saini, a senior from Woodbury, Minn., participants at the vigil will have the opportunity to reflect on important issues in women's safety and sexual assualt.
38	UNI holds lecture in honor of Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2008:405, p.1	3/17/2009	"Giving a Hand Up: Providing Leadership to the Next Generation," is the topic of the 2009 Lynn Cutler Lecture. Jessie Nicholson will present the lecture. She will discuss her experiences and work in the legal industry as a woman, African-American.
39	'How gender shapes social relations' topic for UNI guest speaker Friday, Nov. 14 Public Relations News Release 2008:212, p.1	11/11/2008	The campus was chosen as one of two campuses in the nation to host the 2008 Sociologists for Women in Society Distinguished Feminists Lecturer. Cecelia Ridgeway, will lecture on the topic, "Framed before we know it: how gender shapes social relations."
40	Comic Books and gender roles will be discussed in next CROW Forum Public Relations News Release 2008:175, p.1	10/27/2008	"Domestic Containment': Women and Romance Comics of the '50s and '60s will be the topic of a presentation by Paul Siddens, associate professor of communication studies.
41	UNI CROW Forum to end year with presentation of outstanding graduate research paper Public Relations News Release 2007:535, p.1	4/1/2008	Emily Cram will present her research paper at the CROW Forum April 7.
42	Reading of "Fefu and Her Friends" to be presented for Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2007:519, p.1	3/25/2008	The Department of Theatre and Women's and Gender Studies will present a reading of "Fefu and Her Friends" March 31; description of play.
43	UNI holds lecture in honor of Women's History Month Public Relations News Release 2007:500, p.1	3/14/2008	AnaLouise Keating will present "Gloria Anzaldua's Legacy of Spiritualism and Activism" March 27; brief biographical profile of Lynn Cutler.
44	UNI Women's and Gender Studies Program celebrating Women's History Month in March Public Relations News Release 2007:472, p.1	2/29/2008	"Women's Art, Women's Vision" will be the focus of a series of events during Women's History Month.
45	UNI School of Music and UNI Women's and Gender Studies program present Women's History Month events Public Relations News Release 2007:467, p.1	2/28/2008	Several events will take place during Women's History Month.
46	UNI alumnus performs "Sisterhood of Spies" Public Relations News Release 2007:455, p.1	2/25/2008	Mary Tharp Booty will appear in the special performance of "Sisterhood of Spies" March 4.
47	UNI to host speaker from National Commission on Teaching and America's Future Public Relations News Release 2007:456, p.1	2/25/2008	Karen Smith will be speaking February 28.
48	Forum on gender and politics to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 2007:383, p.1	1/28/2008	"Balancing Ambition and Gender among Decision Makers" will be presented by Christopher Larimer at the CROW Forum February 4.
49	Homecoming plan focuses on safety Forgie--Laura M. (Student--2007) Northern Iowan 104:13, p.1	10/9/2007	Campus programs include information on alcohol use violations, alternative transportation, and safe tailgating; photo.
50	Safe Date Tailgate: safe dates make great dates Public Relations News Release 2007:206, p.1	10/8/2007	The Women's and Gender Studies' Safe Date Tailgate will be held October 13.

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