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#	Title	Date	Summary
201	State relations officer resigns Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1	09/16/2011	Joe Murphy will be joining the private sector after three years of service to the University and the Board of Regents. Murphy is a former president of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
202	UNI football adds 2012 season opener at Wisconsin Northern Iowan 108:1, p.23	08/26/2011	2012 football team to play two BCS teams, Wisconsin and Iowa. These games will help the financial situation in the athletic department.
203	UNI makes math games for students available on iTunes Public Relations News Release 2011:1, p.1	07/01/2011	The Regents' Center for Early Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics has developed math games apps used on iTunes.
204	Rebel alliance destroys UNI-Dome Northern Iowan 107:50, p.9	04/15/2011	Satirical look at the destruction of the Dome by aliens; photo.
205	NISG converts UNI-Dome into university-destroying battle station Northern Iowan 107:48, p.11	04/08/2011	Satirical look at converting the Dome in to a battle station. Fictional characters given names of members of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
206	Tuition to increase by five percent next year Northern Iowan 107:45, p.1	03/29/2011	The Iowa Board of Regents voted 7-2 to approve a tuition increase for the coming academic year. In-state business students will see an increase of 11.3 percent. This is aimed to make up for former Governor Culver's ten per cent across the board cut.
207	'STOP THE CUTS' Northern Iowan 107:43, p.1	03/11/2011	Regent's Day brought roughly two hundred fifty students to Des Moines. Students visited with legislators, hoping to hold the line on budget cuts aimed at higher education; photo.
208	GBPAC continues operations after burst pipe Northern Iowan 107:43, p.2	03/11/2011	Blue Man Group performances were cancelled following a burst pipe. The group has been rescheduled for September; photo.
209	For budget cuts, Regents schools not in the clear yet Northern Iowan 107:42, p.1	03/08/2011	House File 45 has been modified and has passed both the House and Senate. The bill addresses saving money now and in the future. It establishes a budget transparency database.
210	'Talk Politics' tackles the issues of Regents hikes, proposed budget cuts Northern Iowan 107:38, p.1	02/22/2011	College Republicans, UNI Democrats, and Young Americans for Liberty hold discussion on proposed budget cuts to higher education. Students urged to participate in Regents Day in Des Moines; photo.
211	Center for Multicultural Education turns 40 Northern Iowan 107:38, p.6	02/22/2011	Open house to celebrate fortieth anniversary of the center will be February 28; photo.
212	Storming the Capitol Northern Iowan 107:38, p.1	02/22/2011	Students will take their concerns about proposed budget cuts to Des Moines on March 7. NISG will provide free transportation, refreshments, and lunch.
213	Take an interest Northern Iowan 107:37, p.7	02/18/2011	The Northern Iowa Student Government elections will soon be drawing to a close. NISG does affect students by sponsoring the Panther Shuttle, SafeRide, and making student voices heard at the Board of Regents. Become involved.
214	What has my student body president done for me and the university? Northern Iowan 107:37, p.7	02/18/2011	Joel Anderson has met with each member of the Board of Regents individually during the past year. He has been involved with cutting fees for students and seeking sponsors for the Panther Shuttle and SafeRide.
215	Regents propose 5 percent tuition increase in light of potential budget reductions Northern Iowan 107:34, p.1	02/08/2011	Both in and out of state students would see their tuition bill raised by five per cent next year. Students in the College of Business upper division are looking at a proposal of 11.3 percent for in state and 7.9 for out of state students.
216	Take a stand Northern Iowan 107:32, p.5	02/01/2011	Students urged to write their legislators, Governor Branstad, and the student body president concerning the proposed budget cuts for the Board of Regents. Make your voice heard.
217	More cuts on the way? Northern Iowan 107:30, p.1	01/25/2011	Iowa House of Representatives has passed a bill that could potentially cut $1.6 million from the University budget this fiscal year. Larger classes, higher tuition, and fewer class offering could result; photo.
218	UNI president begins battle with cancer Northern Iowan 107:25, p.1	12/03/2010	Ben Allen has been diagnosed with early stages of prostrate cancer. He will undergo surgery in mid-January. Provost Gloria Gibson will be acting President during his recovery; photo.
219	Graduate student highlights Northern Iowan 107:19, p.6	11/02/2010	Greta Johnson, a second year graduate student, is the only student representative on the Board of Regents. Making a difference in the world is her first priority. She is interested in working with non-profit organizations in the future; photo.
220	UNI's Ahrabi-Fard to be inducted into the MVC Hall of Fame Northern Iowan 107:17, p.12	10/26/2010	Legendary volleyball coach will be inducted into the Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame. Ahrabi-Fard is considered an innovator on the collegiate, national, and international volleyball scene.
221	UNI athletics to reduce general fund subsidies Northern Iowan 107:7, p.1	09/21/2010	An 18.3 per cent decrease in general fund subsidies for athletics will occur by the 2015 fiscal year. This is according to a plan submitted to and approved by the Board of Regents. The plan includes a second big nonconference football game.
222	UNI to host research and development education summit Public Relations News Release 2010:64, p.1	09/21/2010	The purpose of the summit is to discuss four national research and development schools. Sharon Robinson, president and CEO of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), will be the guest speaker.
223	School of Applied Human Sciences recently established Northern Iowan 107:3, p.1	09/03/2010	Merging the Department of Design, Textiles, Gerontology and Family Studies with Mental Health and School Counseling Program has created the new school. Howard Barnes has been named director; photo.
224	Richard O. Jacobson pledges $11 million to create literacy center at UNI UNI receives largest gift ever Public Relations News Release 2010:15, p.1	08/19/2010	The Richard O. Jacobson Center for Comprehensive Literacy will focus on educating, coaching and mentoring teachers and administrators to develop effective instructional prractices based on current reading research.
225	Dwight Watson named UNI dean of the college of education Public Relations News Release 2009:466, p.1	05/24/2010	Watson is currently the associate dean of the Teacher Education Program, chair of the Department of Education Studies and professor in the College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
226	Regents ask UNI athletics to reduce dependency on state funding Northern Iowan 106:45, p.1	03/30/2010	Board of Regents have asked for a plan from UNI and ISU for the elimination or reduction in taxpayer support for athletics. Troy Dannen shares that this in nothing new. UNI has reduced by 12% its use of those monies for athletics recently.
227	Brad's sports blurb special edition Northern Iowan 106:44, p.	03/26/2010	An estimated crowd of one thousand attended the pep rally that sent the basketball team off to St. Louis for its game with Michigan State; photo.
228	Former professor sues UNI Northern Iowan 106:36, p.1	02/16/2010	UNI and the state Board of Regents are being sued for discrimination, harassment, and breach of contract by Bradley Barrett, former music professor.
229	State Board of Regents approved 6-percent tuition increase, voted to repeal $100 surcharge Northern Iowan 106:34, p.1	02/09/2010	Students will be affected by Board of Regents decisions. Tuition increase will be somewhat offset by the repeal of the surcharge imposed last semester due to the ten percent budget cut ordered by Governor Culver.
230	The problem with refunded tuition Northern Iowan 106:34, p.6	02/09/2010	The one hundred dollar surcharge students paid for the spring semester will be refunded if the Governor's budget is approved. Perhaps it would be best to continue the charge, since more cuts are anticipated for the next fiscal year.
231	Allen meets with merit staff Northern Iowan 106:32, p.1	02/02/2010	President Allen presented an update to the Merit staff on how the current economic situation is affecting the university. Two meetings were held to allow members from different shifts to attend; photo.
232	United Faculty accepts $520,000 in pay cuts in exchange for no layoffs Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.1	01/22/2010	There will be no layoffs of faculty in this fiscal year, thanks to an agreement between the Board of Regents and United Faculty. Salaries will be adjusted downward; much like a progressive tax.
233	United Faculty votes to receive salary cut Northern Iowan 2008:28, p.1	01/15/2010	United Faculty has accepted a Memorandum of Understanding reached with the Board of Regents. The agreement will end on June 30, 2010. A salary reduction was deemed a fair way to address the needed reduction in expenditures; photo.
234	University of Northern Iowa announces first round of reorganization plans Northern Iowan 2008:28, p.2	01/15/2010	Pending the approval of the Board of Regents, effective July 1, 2010 the Marketing and Advancement Division will be dissolved and the Colleges of Humanities and Fine Arts and Natural Sciences will be combined. Joel Haack will serve as the inaugural dean.
235	University of Northern Iowa announces first round of reorganization plans Public Relations News Release 2009:225, p.1	01/14/2010	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.
236	UNI-Dome roof in need of repair Northern Iowan 106:27, p.1	12/11/2009	The July 10, 2009, storm caused $4.3 million in damage to the UNI-Dome roof. Insurance will cover the costs, except for $100,000 deductible on the policy. The Board of Regents has been asked for permission to proceed with repairs; photo.
237	Board of Regents defers tuition decision Northern Iowan 106:26, p.1	12/08/2009	David Miles, Board of Regents President, announced that the Board will postpone deciding on the size of the tuition increase until after the December 11 meeting of the State Revenue Estimating Conference.
238	Future of Panther football scholarship program in question Northern Iowan 106:25, p.11	12/04/2009	Conversations between a Board of Regents member and President Allen concerning the future of Panther football look for options to reduce the general fund monies required.
239	Regents Teacher Intern License Program receives State Board of Education approval Public Relations News Release 2009:175, p.1	11/23/2009	The program, "Iowa Teacher Intern License Pathway--Answering the Call to Teach," will prepare mid-career professionals to earn an intern license in Iowa to teach in grades 7 - 12 in high need areas, as defined in the schools.
240	More than 40 programs slated for elimination Northern Iowan 106:22, p.1	11/13/2009	Program reduction is a product of a process started over a year ago. Program reviews began within academic departments. Criteria were developed to evaluate programs, with enrollment being an important factor; photo.
241	UNI faculty considers furloughs Northern Iowan 106:22, p.1	11/13/2009	Survey of faculty members shows that faculty are open to a number of solutions to resolve the current budget crisis. United Faculty met with Board of Regents to negotiate a deal to enact cost savings.
242	NISG analyzes UNI's budget situation Northern Iowan 106:21, p.1	11/10/2009	Budget cuts and proposed changes in the liberal arts core are topics to be discussed during town hall meetings sponsored by Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
243	Price Lab School seeks unpaid tuition fees Northern Iowan 106:21, p.2	11/10/2009	Unpaid tuition at Lab School totaling $250,000 discovered during audit; $95,000 of this total will not be sought due to uncertain legal standing The remaining $155,000 will be sought for payment; photo.
244	Business students face $902 tuition increase Northern Iowan 106:20, p.1	11/06/2009	Junior, senior, and graduate students in the College of Business will see a 12.6 per cent increase in tuition. This is due to a graduated scale imposed by the College to help maintain their ranking as a top business school; photo.
245	Board of Regents approves UNI's budget plan Northern Iowan 106:19, p.1	11/03/2009	Governor Chet Culver's ten per cent across the board budget cut trickled down to a UNI share of $8.9 million dollars. A $100 surcharge on tuition for spring, days off without pay, and reducing retirement contributions have been approved; photo.
246	Maucker Union turns 40 Northern Iowan 106:19, p.9	11/03/2009	Maucker Union was rededicated during the fortieth anniversary of the building; photo.
247	Students speak about budget situation Northern Iowan 106:18, p.1	10/30/2009	Baker Hall demolition, shorter semesters, tuition surcharge, and layoffs draw the attention of students. Opinions vary and emotions run high.
248	Some have no worries for student employment despite cutbacks Northern Iowan 106:17, p.2	10/27/2009	Work study students are funded by Federal dollars and will likely not be effected by the recently announced state budget cuts. Dining services do run their operations as a business and may adjust if catering and retail decline; photo.
249	Town Hall meetings mark beginning of strategic planning process Northern Iowan 106:17, p.1	10/27/2009	President Allen and Provost Gibson kicked off the strategic planning process for the University by gathering input from faculty and staff via two town hall sessions.
250	NISG opposes high tuition increases, prepares for Green Week Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1	10/20/2009	Adam Haselhuhn feels that the state is increasingly placing the burden of public higher education on the backs of the students. A tuition raise of over three and a half percent is not acceptable to NISG. Green Week focuses on the environment.
251	UNI President encourages campus to work strong, hard, together in light of budget cuts Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1	10/20/2009	Cutting $8.8 million from the 2010 university budget will not be easy. There are several alternatives, each having a down side. President Allen will visit with groups on and off campus for input.
252	Regents discuss budget reductions Northern Iowan 106:14, p.1	10/16/2009	The ten per cent reduction in the state's fiscal 2010 budget was the topic of the Board of Regents meeting. Continued access to public universities and the need to continue high quality education were re-enforced.
253	New budget reductions coming Northern Iowan 106:13, p.1	10/13/2009	President Benjamin Allen announced Governor Culver's decision to cut the budget across the board by ten per cent. Difficult decisions will have to be made for fiscal year 2010.
254	Board of Regents discusses potential 5 to 6 percent tuition increase Northern Iowan 106:9, p.1	09/29/2009	Craig Lang expressed his opinion that tuition at Regents institutions should be increased twice as much as suggested by the baseline tuition increase of 2.7 percent. The Board of Regents will discuss tuition increases at their October meeting; photo.
255	NISG discussed tuition increases, SafeRide, new clubs and Cedar Falls mayor candidacy Northern Iowan 106:9, p.4	09/29/2009	Northern Iowa Student Government meeting agenda full of discussion. Information presented on Board of Regents meeting, donation from Public Safety for SafeRide, and thoughts of David Sires, candidate for mayor.
256	Department of Residence gives life to new living space Northern Iowan 106:7, p.1	09/22/2009	Three phase plan to increase the number of dorm rooms announced by Michael Hager, executive director of Residence. The new facilities will be apartment style housing. The first phase of 180 beds should be completed by the fall of 2012; photo.
257	Keeping students first Northern Iowan 106:7, p.4	09/22/2009	Concerned about recent Regents meeting regarding the potential raising of tuition and the possibility of bonuses for university Presidents. Finds it odd that while students' cost of education increases, bonus money comes from general fund.
258	A yearly checkup Northern Iowan 106:4, p.6	09/11/2009	UNI challenged to put University back into its name by supporting academics first and reducing the emphasis placed on athletics. Budget restrictions have caused larger class sizes, reduced financial aid, and freezes on professors' salaries.
259	Iowa Public Radio eliminates nine positions Northern Iowan 106:2, p.3	09/01/2009	A reorganization plan and a decline in support from state university funding lead to the loss of jobs. Bob Dorr, the late night host, is among those losing their jobs.
260	Nearly 1,700 contributions unreturned to donors of UNI Scholarship Club Northern Iowan 106:2, p.1	09/01/2009	Life insurance benefits cancelled for club members following Fidelity Life Insurance not accepting new members, requiring at least 1000 members, and a change in tax law. The university and members may be liable for back income taxes.
261	New courses offered for Liberal Arts Core Northern Iowan 106:1, p.19	08/28/2009	"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.
262	Budget cuts cause reduction in student employment Northern Iowan 105:56, p.1	06/19/2009	Major reduction in the general fund budget results in not filling vacant positions, an early retirement program, not rehiring adjunct instructors, and a reduction in student employment opportunities; photo.
263	U. S. Secretary of Education visits UNI and speaks about education reform Duncan: Great teachers make the difference in student learning Public Relations News Release 2008:497, p.1	04/24/2009	Duncan's top priorities focus on strong teaching and student learning through student data systems, teacher and administrator evaluation systems and identifying underperforming schools.
264	Board of Regents approve differential tuition for UNI College of Business Administration Public Relations News Release 2008:270, p.1	12/11/2008	This will be the first year of a three-year implementation. The surcharge will fund: faculty and curriculum expansion, improved professional skills development for students, and financial aid.
265	College Bound: Iowa's new admissions requirement affects today's high school seniors Public Relations News Release 2008:245, p.1	12/01/2008	This year's college-bound Iowa high school seniors will be the first who can gain guaranteed admission with the new Regent Admission Index for the fall 2009 semester. The RAI combines four factors that strongly predict success at Regent Universities.
266	Student services emphasized at Gilchrist Hall rededication Northern Iowan 105:15, p.1	10/21/2008	Following the Gilchrist Hall fire in 2005, Gilchrist Hall has been extensively repaired. The rededication ceremony was a celebration that student services are now in one building; photo.
267	Grants benefit education Northern Iowan 105:7, p.3	09/23/2008	The Iowa Mathematics and Science Education Partnership awarded thirteen grants to aid programs that encourage students to be involved in math and science activities.
268	Veridian Credit Union opens services to students on campus Northern Iowan 105:2, p.2	09/05/2008	450 students received prizes during the grand opening of Veridian Credit Union's new office in Maucker Union. The credit union will have seven ATM locations on campus soon; photo.
269	UNI makes assistance available for market research projects Public Relations News Release 2007:782, p.1	07/24/2008	"Marketing-research projects will be tailored to each company's specific and most urgent intelligence needs, and typically will combine primary and secondary research."Typical projects will focus on any number of areas vital to a business's growth.
270	Program promotes, enhances Price Lab Northern Iowan 104:54, p.1	05/02/2008	Price Laboratory School named the state's research and development school for pre-kindergarten to twelfth grade; photo.
271	CBA discusses differential tuition Northern Iowan 104:48, p.1	04/11/2008	Talks have begun in the College of Business Administration on a plan for increased tuition for students in that college.
272	Dorm room rates face increase for upcoming year Northern Iowan 104:43, p.1	03/14/2008	Room and board costs vary at UNI due to differences in meal plans and types of room. Board of Regents voted to increase rates by 8.3% for the coming year; photo.
273	Recently armed UNI Police put to the test Northern Iowan 104:43, p.	03/14/2008	Department of Public Safety responds well to Alert on campus; photo.
274	NISG Elections Northern Iowan 104:37, p.8	02/22/2008	Support for Bentley-Doudna ticket in student body elections.
275	Board of Regents to present mathematics and science education proposal to Iowa Legislature Public Relations News Release 2007:442, p.1	02/21/2008	The Board of Regents will present information to the Iowa House education committee February 27.
276	Math and science education proposal to be presented to Iowa Legislature Public Relations News Release 2007:399, p.1	02/04/2008	The $5.5 million proposal includes five projects.
277	From your President Northern Iowan 104:26, p.8	12/04/2007	Andrew Morse reviews major accomplishments of the NISG this semester.
278	In regards to Culture Corner: Defending our homes (November 30) Northern Iowan 104:26, p.8	12/04/2007	Northern Iowan reporter challenged on the facts of the effects of NISG president Andrew Morse.
279	Iowa communities have until December 19 to apply for UNI's MyEntreNet entrepreneurship system Public Relations News Release 2007:276, p.1	11/08/2007	Rural communities and counties are encouraged to apply to become one of two new MyEntreNet regions for 2008.
280	UNI to host Mathematics Transitions Congress Public Relations News Release 2007:267, p.1	11/05/2007	The Mathematics Transitions Congress will be held November 14.
281	UNI Police to be armed; timeline of UNI Police gaining the right to be armed Northern Iowan 104:20, p.1	11/02/2007	Board of Regents votes, 6-2, to require Regents peace officers to carry firearms.
282	Wisconsin murders affect arming debate Northern Iowan 104:19, p.1	10/30/2007	Arming of public safety officers at UNI causes students to have mixed reactions.
283	Gun issue delayed until October Northern Iowan 104:9, p.4	09/25/2007	Board of Regents has postponed action on the arming of public safety officers at Regent institutions; photo.
284	Allen wants to arm campus police Northern Iowan 104:7, p.1	09/18/2007	President Ben Allen recommended to the Board of Regents that UNI public safety officers be allowed to carry guns; photo.
285	Jacobson gives $3 million naming gift to University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2007:165, p.1	09/18/2007	Biographical profile of Richard Jacobson.
286	Professor receives award Northern Iowan 104:6, p.3	09/14/2007	Professor Jeffrey Weld selected to receive a Biology Teaching Award by the National Association of Biology Teachers; photo.
287	To arm or not to arm, that is the issue Northern Iowan 104:6, p.1	09/14/2007	Permission for public safety officers at Regents institutions to carry firearms is a hot topic; photo.
288	$1 million grant to UNI to combat gender violence at Regent universities Public Relations News Release 2007:154, p.1	09/13/2007	The U.S. Department of Justice has awarded a $1 million grant to provide for a model of campus violence prevention.
289	Student government committee not just blowing smoke Northern Iowan 104:4, p.3	09/07/2007	UNI smoking policy is under review; photo.
290	Forum discusses possibility of arming campus police Northern Iowan 104:3, p.1	08/31/2007	Discussion of campus police carrying firearms was well attended; photo.
291	BCS offers small business assistance Northern Iowan 104:2, p.1	08/28/2007	Business and Community Services Building dedicated at UNI on August 25, 2007; survey of operations in the building; photo.
292	Terrance Hogan named UNI vice president Northern Iowan 103:61, p.3	07/20/2007	New vice president for educational and student services named.
293	University of Northern Iowa to host mathematics and science education summit Public Relations News Release 2007:44, p.1	07/02/2007	An "Iowa Mathematics and Science Education Summit" will be hosted on campus Wednesday, July 11.
294	UNI president presents math and science education initiative to Board of Regents, State of Iowa Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	05/02/2007	Benjamin Allen presented an overview of the mathematics and science education collaborative at the Board of Regents meeting May 1.
295	Board of Regents to meet May 1 Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/27/2007	The Board of Regents will be discussing several issues during the May 1 meeting.
296	Defeated gun control amendment stirs up debate Northern Iowan 103:55, p.1	04/27/2007	Amendment to arm campus public safety officers defeated; photo.
297	Breaking down the mandatory student activity fee Northern Iowan 103:52, p.3	04/17/2007	$231 is the amount of the annual student activity fee. Benefits and where the money is distributed.
298	UNI's role in addressing a gloomy outlook for math and science Northern Iowan 103:52, p.6	04/17/2007	The goals of UNI, Board of Regents, and the State of Iowa include; improving math and science skills in students, preparing more high-quality teachers, and bridging the gap among K-12, community colleges and universities; photo.
299	UNI students present at Iowa Capitol Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	03/30/2007	Students presented their research from the "Research in the Capitol" program March 5 in the capitol building; list of students.
300	Board of Regents to meet at UNI March 13 Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	03/09/2007	The Board of Regents will be meeting March 13 to discuss several topics.