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1 Connie Hansen's impact at UNI spans 34 years
Northern Iowan 119:42, p.5
Bailey Klinkhammer interviews and tells Connie Hansen's story of her time as a student and employee at UNI. Connie has worked in the Office of Admissions, the Alumni Association, and currently the Office of Student Involvement in Maucker Union; photo.
2 The fall of UNI fraternities and sororities
Northern Iowan 119:31, p.5
Kate Murphy writes about the decreasing numbers of students enrolling in UNI which in turn is causing fraternity and sororities to struggle finding recruitment. Starting Spring 2023, the fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha is shutting down permanently due to the lack of new members; photo.
3 Three UNI Alumni selected for GOLD & Bold Awards
Northern Iowan 119:18, p.1
Hasina Jalal, Russel Karim, and Trevor Rayhons are award recipients for the 2022 GOLD & Bold Awards which will be held in the Maucker Union Ballrooms on Thursday October 27th. Bailey Klinkhammer gives details on each award recipient and their successes after graduating UNI; photo.
4 Highlighting Black leaders at UNI
Northern Iowan 118:37, p.1
The author discusses the development of Black History Month in American and UNI history as well as student, community, and alumni involvement, and the many Black leaders who have visited UNI; photo
5 The history of the Alumni House
Northern Iowan 118:17, p.5
The Alumni House has been home to many different offices and people over the years; photo.
6 Commence towards graduation this Wednesday
Northern Iowan 116:42, p.4
UNI students graduating were invited to attend the Graduation Fair in Maucker Union Ballroom. The event was to provide graduating students with the resources they needed prior to graduation. The Graduation Fair will take place on March 11 in the Maucker Union ballrooms. The Office of the Registrar, Career Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, bookstore, Flash Photography, and Alumni Association will be present offering services.
7 Fortepan Iowa wheat-pastes past
Northern Iowan 116:11, p.1
College Hill wheat-pasting project was completed. Five images, that were pulled from Fortepan Iowa, an online archive of digitized photos based in Rod Library, were pasted onto exterior walls of three buildings on College Hill.
8 Fortepan Iowa wheat-pastes past
Northern Iowan 116:11, p.1
Three buildings on College Hill have a new look after a wheat-pasting project was completed last week. Volunteer crews pasted five huge images onto the exterior walls in the district. The images were taken from Fortepan Iowa, an online archive of digitized photos based in Rod Library that launched in 2015. Photos in the Iowa archive, all of which are donated, are carefully curated to represent everyday life in Iowa in the 19th and 20th centuries; photo.
9 2018 Homecoming kickoff
Northern Iowan 115:16, p.1
2018's Homecoming Week began with the Homecoming Kickoff on Lawther Field. Siraj Acharya and Megan Lenstra were crowned homecoming royalty. Three Pride Cry finalists were chosen: Alpha Phi and Sigma Phi Epsilon, Dance Marathon, and Alpha Sigma Tau; photos.
10 New philanthropy event set to thank and give back
Northern Iowan 112:36, p.5
The UNI Foundation and Alumni Association are hosting the week-long We Are One UNI philanthropy event; photo.
11 Panther Tours offers once-in-a-lifetime leadership retreat and safari in South Africa
Public Relations News Release 2014:161, p.1
An informational meeting about the trip will be February 10, in the Large Meeting Room at the Cedar Falls Public Library.
12 UNI to host 24-hour day of giving
Public Relations News Release 2014:131, p.1
UNI will host We Are One, from December 2 to the 3. The day will include 10 challenges issued by university leadership and alumni.
13 Can't rain on our parade
Northern Iowan 111:7, p.1
UNI's Homecoming parade returned this year despite rainy weather; photo.
14 Pep rally gears students up for Homecoming game
Northern Iowan 111:7, p.1
The Homecoming pep rally in McLeod Center included speeches from President Ruud, Defensive Line Coach Bryce Paup, performances by the Pride Cry finalists and the UNI Swim and Dive team, and the crowning of the Homecoming king and queen.
15 Students race for traditions
Northern Iowan 111:7, p.4
Students and groups completed the Amazing Race Traditions Challenge; photo.
16 Alumni to return to UNI for Alumni in Residence program
Public Relations News Release 2013:241, p.1
Each spring UNI selects distinguished graduates to participate in the Alumni in Residence program. These accomplished alumni come to campus and speak with students about the connection between the classroom and professional world.
17 Alumni aid in cost of tuition
Northern Iowan 110:47, p.1
The UNI Foundation accepts donations from alumni and friends. The donations go toward scholarships and program funding, as well as other improvements to the university; photo.
18 These alumni and friends made the commitment to become Purple for Life with a lifetime membership. Will you?
Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.14
A list, in very fine print, of lifetime members of the Alumni Association.
19 Travel
Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.
The Alumni Association is offering trips to the Tahitian Islands, Canada, and the Mediterranean; photo.
20 UNI Alumni Association Board of Directors, 2013-2014
Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.24
Group photo.
21 Alumni bring character to UNI
Northern Iowan 110:23, p.1
UNI alumni like to stay involved at UNI. Many alumni stay in the area after they graduate. The Alumni Association, along with Connecting Students to Alumni, put on events for alumni throughout the school year; photo.
22 UNI to host seventh annual Polar Bare Run, Walk or Roll
Public Relations News Release 2013:108, p.1
UNI Alumni Association and Connecting Alumni to Students are putting on their annual Polar Bare Run, Walk or Roll event. This is a mile-long run, and students are encouraged to bring clothing to donate to the Salvation Army.
23 Saying goodbye to Baker Hall
Northern Iowan 110:14, p.1
The cost that it would take to renovate Baker Hall is about the same as it will be to build a whole new building. On October 12, UNI said goodbye to Baker Hall. A demolition date has not been confirmed; photo.
24 UNI purple for life
Northern Iowa Today 96:3, p.26
Justin Bierman talks about Panther Caves; photo.
25 UNI Homecoming celebration features new events
Public Relations News Release 2013:60, p.1
There are many different events planned for Homecoming. These include a picnic, pride cry, casino night, a magician, and the annual pep rally.
26 Good times and good food kick off the school year
Northern Iowan 110:2, p.1
The Welcome Week Panther Picnic was held to welcome students back for a new school year. The picnic provided students with free food, games, and dancing. There were also several clubs and organizations represented at the picnic; photo.
27 UNI alumni and friends to be honored at Distinguished Awards Celebration
Public Relations News Release 2013:26, p.1
UNI Alumni Association and UNI Foundation will host the Distinguished Awards Celebration. Alumni and friends will be recognized for their accomplishments and service to the university.
28 Dear fellow Panthers
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.26
Justin Bierman urges alumni to support UNI in any way possible; photo.
29 Snapshots
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.28
Alumni Association events; photo.
30 Snapshots of UNI Alumni Association events
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.31
Photo.
31 UNI students beating hunger one t-shirt at a time
Northern Iowan 109:31, p.6
Students, alumni, and members of the community come together to aid the Northeast Iowa Food Bank by selling "beat hunger" shirts.
32 2012-2013 UNI alumni board
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.26
Justin Bierman urges alumni to stay connected to UNI; photo.
33 Keep in touch, stay in touch
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.22
Cites ways in which membership in the Alumni Association can be beneficial; photo.
34 Top 10 reasons to join the UNI Alumni Association
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.16
Benefits include potential career improvements, discounts, networking, and keeping traditions alive.
35 2011-12 UNI Alumni Association Board
Northern Iowa Today 94:4, p.18
Roster of board members; photo.
36 Check out what your Alumni Association can do for you!
Northern Iowa Today 94:4, p.16
Alumni Association offers connections, discounts, special events, and networking; photo.
37 UNI Purple for Life
Northern Iowa Today 94:4, p.
Sandy Stevens urges alumni to join the Alumni Association; photo.
38 UNI students brave the cold for Polar Bare Run
Northern Iowan 109:22, p.4
Assistant Director for the Office of Alumni Relations Connie Hansen deemed the event a success. Despite chilly temperatures and elections, the benefit brought in between 375 and 400 items.
39 Annual Polar Bare Run set for Nov. 6
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.9
UNI will host the sixth annual Polar Bare Run. Donations for the one-mile event go to the Salvation Army. Students encouraged to give back to the community.
40 UNI to host sixth annual Polar Bare Run, Walk, or Roll
Public Relations News Release 2012:116, p.1
Sixth Annual Polar Bare Run, Walk, or Roll will be hosted by UNI Alumni Association and Connecting Alumni to Students. Clothing and donations will go to Salvation Army.
41 Give the gift of purple and gold
Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.
The Cat urges alumni to join the Alumni Association; photo.
42 Distinguished Awards Celebration honors alumni
Northern Iowan 109:5, p.8
Alumni Association and the UNI Foundation sponsored the event, which was held in the Commons.
43 UNI alumni and friends to be honored at Distinguished Awards Celebration
Public Relations News Release 2012:43, p.1
Recipients of the Heritage Honours Awards include: Mildred Wood, Sandy Stevens, Jason Kilborn, and Ed Gallagher. President's Philanthropy Awards recipients: Gary and Myrna Floyd.
44 Register now for UNI workshop focused on choosing the right management approach for the situation
Public Relations News Release 2012:9, p.1
Executive Development Center to host a workshop entitled; "Are You Micro-Managing, Macro-Managing or Right Managing".
45 Connecting Alumni To Students
Northern Iowa Today 95:2, p.21
CATS works with the Alumni Association to help spread school spirit; performs volunteer work in community; photo.
46 The UNI traditions challenge
Northern Iowa Today 95:2, p.4
Alumni Association publishes a booklet that describes over fifty UNI traditions; photo.
47 UNI announces 2012 Lux Service Award recipients
Public Relations News Release 2011:306, p.1
Joel Anderson and Ashley Stewart win the most prestigious award given to undergraduate students in recognition of their service to the university.
48 Register now for UNI workshop focused on skills for first-time managers
Public Relations News Release 2011:297, p.1
Management skills and tools needed to begin a successful career as a leader will be presented.
49 For many of us
Northern Iowa Today 95:1, p.26
Sandy Stevens talks about upcoming reunions; photo.
50 Community bares it all for Polar Bare Run, Walk or Roll
Northern Iowan 108:22, p.8
Salvation Army benefited from the fifth annual event. Thirty-four boxes of clothing were donated, thanks to the generosity of the participants; photo.
51 Polar Bare Run, Walk, or Roll to take place November 8
Public Relations News Release 2011:103, p.1
For the fifth time the UNI Alumni Association and CATS (Connecting Alumni to Students) will host the Polar Bare Run, Walk or Roll on November 8.
52 UNI Alumni Association to present Heritage Honors Awards
Public Relations News Release 2011:63, p.1
The Alumni Association will host the Heritage Honors Awards during a luncheon program to honor several UNI alum.
53 Social media at UNI
Northern Iowan 108:3, p.5
Facebook is being used on campus by individuals and organizations. Twitter is being used by University Relations. The Alumni Association has been working with LinkedIn for several years.
54 UNI African-American alumni reunion; Homecoming 2011, October 7-8
Northern Iowa Today 94:3, p.26
Group will organize activities at Homecoming; photo.
55 International tours
Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.
Alumni Association offers several European tour options.
56 Meet the Alumni Association staff
Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.26
Brief thoughts from the staff; photo.
57 UNI leadership development program for professionals begins January 26; Enrollment deadline is January 14
Public Relations News Release 2010:141, p.1
The leadership Development Certificate Program is designed to transform good managers into great leaders. Participants are challenged to change from thinking like a manager to thinking like a strategis leader.
58 Polar Bare Run, Walk, Roll to take place November 9
Public Relations News Release 2010:122, p.1
"The event, which is a winter-wear drive for the Salvation Army, provides an opportunity for students, alumni and the community to give back to the Cedar Valley," said Connie Hansen, assistant director of outreach and engagement, Alumni Relations.
59 Let the good times roar: Homecoming traditions
Northern Iowan 107:16, p.1
Students are encouraged to complete the activities in the Traditions Challenge. Campaniling, homecoming, mural and window painting, pep rally, and the football game are some of the traditions; photo.
60 UNI Gallery of Art to present UNI Department of Art alumni exhibition 'Action is Eloquence'
Public Relations News Release 2010:108, p.1
Three lectures will be offered in association with the exhibition, which is the third in a year long series of events featuring Department of Art alumni titled "Time is Ripe."
61 UNI Alumni Association, CATS to host Amazing Race Traditions Challenge
Northern Iowan 107:15, p.5
Homecoming weekend has a new activity. Students can participate in the Traditions Challenge by finding and taking photos on the list. There are twenty-five possible challenges. The resulting scrapbook will be a memento of college days.
62 UNI Alumni Association to present Heritage Honours Awards during Homecoming
Public Relations News Release 2010:105, p.1
Clayton Condit (B.A. '92), and Barbara (Schmitt) Condit (B.A. '92) of Minneapolis, MN Will receive the Young Alumnus Award and Young Alumna Award, respectively, which recognize graduates 40 years of age or younger who have excelled in their professions.
63 Register now for UNI workshop to learn to be more tactful and diplomatic in your communication; Enrollment deadline is October 12
Public Relations News Release 2010:76, p.1
"Polishing your Communication Tact" participants will learn and practice the art of tactful and diplomatic communication by first understanding the target audience, and then tailoring an effective, concise message to achieve the desired result.
64 Bob Dylan coming to UNI
Public Relations News Release 2010:57, p.1
Bob Dylan and his Band have announced dates of their fall tour, including a stop at the McLeod Center, at 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 24.
65 Register now for UNI workshop focused on supporting employees after restructuring or downsizing a business; Enrollment deadline is Sept. 28
Public Relations News Release 2010:55, p.1
The workshop "Who's Next? How to Support Employees after a Business Restructuring," will examine the aftermath of a company downsizing or restructuring and outline reinforcements that will aid the surviving employees during the tough, challenging times.
66 UNI Gallery of Art to present solo exhibition by UNI Department of Art alumnus Duane Slick
Public Relations News Release 2010:50, p.1
The exhibition, "The Untraceable Present: Paintings by Duane Slick" will feature a decade or more of paintings as well as artist's books. Slick is a Mesqwaki artist from Waterloo, Iowa, who received a B. F. A. in painting and a B. A. in Art Education.
67 Improve your brain power at UNI workshop for managers; Enrollment deadline is Sept. 23
Public Relations News Release 2010:48, p.1
The workshop is called "Maximize your Cognitive Capacity," and is hosted by the Executive Development Center. Melanie Hoffner, a certified Brain-Based Trainer, will lead the workshop.
68 Register now for UNI workshop on managing your boss; Enrollment deadline is September 9
Public Relations News Release 2010:28, p.1
The management workshop "Bossology: Managing Your Boss," will be held in the Business and Community Services Building. Participants will practice managing expectations and priorities to improve their working relationship with their boss.
69 Register now for UNI workshop focused on managing negative people; Enrollment deadline is Sept. 2
Public Relations News Release 2010:19, p.1
"How to Manage Nests of Negativity: Stop the Finger Pointing, Gossiping, and complaining" will enable workshop participants to learn how to identify and confront employees who are never satisfied and who are vicious with their words and accusations.
70 UNI Gallery of Art to present UNI Department of Art alumni exhibition "NeverChaste"
Public Relations News Release 2010:8, p.1
"Never Chaste" is an exhibition emphasizing the sensuous form and the classical nude, a title taken from Pablo Picasso who stated, "Yes, art is dangerous. Where it is chaste, it is not art."
71 Register now for UNI's Professional Development Certificate program; Enrollment deadline is Aug. 13
Deadline to register is July 30

Public Relations News Release 2009:502, p.1
Based on an abridged MBA, this business certificate program provides a strong foundation of critical business skills needed to succeed in today's competitive business world. Session topics include managing conflict, maximizing team performance, and law.
72 Register now for UNI workshop focused on managig negative people
Enrollment deadline is June 23

Public Relations News Release 2009:477, p.1
Participants in the workshop "How to Manage Nests of Negativity: Stop the Finger Pointing, Gossiping, and Complaining," will learn how to identify and confront employees who are never satisfied and who are vicious with their words and accusations.
73 Register now for UNI workshop on conducting a cost/benefit analysis
Enrollment deadline is June 3

Public Relations News Release 2009:469, p.1
"Show Me the Money! How to Conduct a Cost/Benefit Analysis," can help determine if a project should be given a green, yellow, or red light, according to Kim Recker, program manager for the Executive Development Center.
74 Register now for UNI workshop: Emotional Intelligence: Another Dimension to Intelligence
Enrollment deadline is June 1

Public Relations News Release 2009:464, p.1
The workshop is called "Emotional Intelligence." Success requires more than IQ--intelligence quotient, which has been the traditional measure of intelligence, according to Kim Recker, program manager for the Executive Development Center.
75 Register now for UNI workshop focused on improving tact and diplomacy in communication
Enrollment deadline is May 18

Public Relations News Release 2009:454, p.1
The words used, tone and delivery of a message contribute to how well the message is received and interpreted. Workshop participants will learn the art of tactful and diplomatic communication by understanding the target audience.
76 UNI announces 2010 Lux Service Award recipients
Public Relations News Release 2009:437, p.1
The Lux Service Award is the most prestigious award given to three undergraduate students each academic year to acknowledge their service to UNI. Recipients are: Amy Costliow, Ebony Jackson, and Jessica Staudt.
77 Register now for UNI workshop on improving brain power
Enrollment deadline is April 27

Public Relations News Release 2009:410, p.1
According to Kim Recker, "This workshop will help you understand ways to improve your concentration, sharpen your memory and maximize your mind power. Workshop participants will enhance their ability to understand and respond strategically to problems.
78 Register now for UNI workshop on successfully juggling multiple projects; Enrollment deadline is April 20
Public Relations News Release 2009:387, p.1
The workshop, "Juggling Multiple Projects Successfully," will introduce participants to tools and techniques to ensure project success. Kelly Green will lead the workshop.
79 Register now for UNI workshop on keeping employees happy and motivated; Enrollment deadline is April 15
Public Relations News Release 2009:379, p.1
Workshop participants will learn how to maintain and improve employee morale in both good and difficult times. They will be introduced to advanced principles of motivation, and develop and utilize strategies that will best fit their direct reports.
80 Cyber cats; network on-line with the UNI Alumni Association
Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.32
Urges alumni to connect via LinkedIn and Facebook.
81 UNI day at the races
Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.27
Alumni Association will host day at Iowa Speedway; photo.
82 Your university is a place of creation and change
Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.
Mark Jastorff introduces readers to changes and opportunities at UNI; photo.
83 Register now for UNI's negotiating, Resolving Conflict and Decision Making Certificate Program for business professionals; Enrollment deadline is Marc
Public Relations News Release 2009:306, p.1
The program is designed to equip people and develop their confidence to handle disputes, resolve conflict and make better business decisions. The program is geared toward individuals who manage people or projects.
84 UNI begins reorganization
Northern Iowan 2008:30, p.1
Joel Haack named dean of the College of Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. University Marketing and Advancement Division will be eliminated July 1. Other changes are ahead.
85 Gradys give $650,000 to University of Northern Iowa campaign
Gift to benefit athletics, Camp Adventure

Public Relations News Release 2009:229, p.1
The gift, from Junean Witham Grady and Tim Grady of Port St. Lucie, Florida, will support the Camp Adventure program, which provides summer recreation programs for dependent youth at U. S. Military installations, U. S. embassies, and other schools.
86 University of Northern Iowa announces first round of reorganization plans
Public Relations News Release 2009:225, p.1
Effective July 1, 2010 Marketing & Advancement Division will be dissolved, eliminating one university vice president position. Bill Calhoun, current vice president and president of the UNI Foundation, will remain as president of the Foundation.
87 Did you ever think back
Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.
Preview of UNI Traditions Challenge.
88 UNI leadership development program for professionals begins Jan. 27
Public Relations News Release 2009:209, p.1
The program consists of 10 full-day sessions. It is designed to transform good managers into great leaders. Participants are challenged to change from thinking like a manager to thinking like a strategic leader.
89 News Brief: Polar Bare Run
Northern Iowan 106:20, p.3
Third annual Polar Bare Run will be held; starting and ending at the Alumni House. The event is sponsored by the Alumni Association and the student group, Connecting Alumni to Students. Salvation Army benefits from the donated clothing.
90 UNI Community Visit Day in Cedar Rapids
Public Relations News Release 2009:138, p.1
The Community Visit Day gives the university an opportunity to visit with Cedar Rapids area residents about education, economic, cultural and social issues in the community and outreach programs at UNI.
91 UNI Alumni Association to present Heritage Honours Awards during Homecoming
Public Relations News Release 2009:121, p.1
The awards program honors the accomplishments of graduates and their service to the university. Awards will be presented to Bradley Block, Guang Jin, Sarah "Sally" Carbaugh Frudden, and Leonard Froyen.
92 UNI Community Visit Day in Ankeny
Public Relations News Release 2009:117, p.1
The Community Visit Day gives the university an opportunity to visit with Ankeny area residents about education, economic, cultural and social issues in the community and outreach programs at the College.
93 T. C. tryouts held Monday night
Northern Iowan 106:6, p.4
The identity of T. C. has been kept secret since the 1980s. The judges determine which contestant really wants to continue the tradition or merely has time on his hands; photo.
94 UNI Community Visit Day in Council Bluffs
Public Relations News Release 2009:55, p.1
The visit day gives the university an opportunity to visit with area residents about education, economic, cultural and social issues in the community and outreach programs at the College.
95 Alumni Association; alma mater affinity
Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.5
Brief history of the Alumni Association, which was founded in 1879; raised funds for the Campanile; established Seerley Foundation; now has seven thousand members; photo
96 UNI Alumni Association connects students and alumni
Northern Iowan 106:2, p.11
Students Today Alumni Tomorrow and Connecting Alumni to Students are sponsored by the Alumni Association to promote interaction between current students and the alumni organization. CATS members must apply and be accepted; photo.
97 UNI Foundation; making an impact for 50 years
Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.8
Brief history of the Foundation, which was established in 1959, with $14,000 in assets from the Alumni Association and the Seerley Foundation; raised $18 million last year; a look at some of the work that it funds; photo.
98 UNI to 'paint Des Moines purple'
Public Relations News Release 2008:600, p.1
The event will include networking, discussions, a student and alumni panel and presentations. Attendees will hear about leadership, partnerships, skill building initiatives and other topics throughout the day.
99 UNI Alumni Association to provide complimentary membership
Public Relations News Release 2008:584, p.1
The Alumni Association membership provides access to a series of benefits and premiums. Members can access services like the online alumni directory, invitations and discounts to alumni events and discounts for personalized career advice.
100 UNI day at the races
Northern Iowa Today 93:1, p.24
Alumni Association will sponsor special event at Iowa Speedway in August; photo.