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1 Proposed GOP budget for state universities is less than 20 years ago
Northern Iowan 118:45, p.1
The article discusses the Iowa House of Representative's proposed budget for funding the Iowa's Regent universities, which would not include a sate funding increase; photo.
2 Students still concerned about lack of free STD testing on campus
Northern Iowan 118:27, p.1
The Student Health Center stopped offering free STD testing last year, concerning students who do not have the ability to travel to a free testing facility; photo.
3 Bigger budget, fewer students at the University of Northern Iowa
Northern Iowan 118:26, p.3
Glenn Gray gives his opinion on the Board of Regents' allocation of funds for UNI, even though it has been losing students since 2018; photo.
4 UNI enrollment projected to increase within 5 years
Northern Iowan 118:25, p.1
The increase in three and four-year graduation rates, along with the COVID-19 crisis, has dropped the enrollment rate, but it is projected to increase within 5 years; photo.
5 Start paying attention to the national debt crisis
Northern Iowan 117:37, p.3
In the author's opinion, the U.S. government's every-growing federal deficit is something that should concern citizens and could have consequences for the nation; photo.
6 Financial Literacy 101: Emergency Savings
Northern Iowan 116:24, p.4
In the author's opinion, financial literacy is important, especially for college students living on their own for the first time. Alldredge interviews Tom Blanford, commercial banking manager at Collins Community Credit Union, who gives advice about budgeting, establishing an emergency fund, and money management.
7 Athletic department plans towards the future
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.6
The athletics department announced its new five-year plan, Panthers Rising: A Strategic Plan to Achieve Unprecedented Success; photo.
8 LTE: NISG responds to Times cancellation article
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.2
The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) responds to a recent article regarding their decision to cancel their New York Times subscription.
9 UNI held harmless from midyear cuts
Northern Iowan 114:49, p.2
The budget cuts proposed by the Iowa Senate will not affect UNI and tuition costs.
10 UNI faces possible $3.7 million cut
Northern Iowan 114:32, p.2
Writer Josh Dausener informs readers about the proposed budget cuts made to the Board of Regents and how it may affect UNI.
11 Braun provides UNI legislative update
Northern Iowan 114:31, p.2
UNI State Relations Officer Mary Braun hosted a state legislative update to bring those in attendance up to speed with two bills on the state Senate floor that may cut UNI's Budget.
12 Editorial: higher ed needs higher funding
Northern Iowan 114:28, p.3
Madden and Dausener are concerned with Iowa decreasing funding for higher education.
13 Nook's State of the University Address
Northern Iowan 114:8, p.1
UNI President, Mark Nook, gives his first annual State of the University Address. Nook talks about the state of our athletic and education departments, as well as the budget cuts from the State; photo.
14 UNI athletics now resorts to socialism
Northern Iowan 112:46, p.8
In this satirical article written for April Fools, a bill passed in the legislature for UNI athletics to be funded by the University of Iowa and Iowa State university; photo.
15 Will UI, ISU pay for UNI athletics?
Northern Iowan 112:39, p.1
State Senator David Johnson proposed a Senate bill that would direct funds from the University of Iowa and Iowa State University to UNI athletics; photos.
16 BOR day in capitol
Northern Iowan 112:37, p.2
Student leaders visited Des Moines on February 16 to lobby for funding for UNI during the Board of Regents day at the capitol; photos.
17 Hopefuls debate
Northern Iowan 112:37, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) president-vice president candidates debated in Maucker Union on February 16, moderated by Northern Iowan executive editor Nick Fisher. The two tickets are Hunter Flesch and Avery Johnson, and Jamison Whiting and Aaron Friel; photo.
18 Panther PAC combats inadequate funding
Northern Iowan 112:36, p.1
The newly-formed non-partisan, independent Panther Political Action Committee (Panther PAC) supports the university and endorsing state candidates who will advocate for UNI. The group is especially concerned with the legislature's funding disparity between UNI and the other Regents universities; photos.
19 NISG contingency fund running dry
Northern Iowan 112:20, p.3
The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) contingency fund is lower than the funding request needed for the full 2015-2016 academic year, which will impact funds allocated to student organizations; photo.
20 President addresses tuition increase
Northern Iowan 112:14, p.4
Student body president Katie Evans discusses why she supported a tuition increase.
21 Board OK'd job cuts at universities
Northern Iowan 111:23, p.1
The Board of Regents approved the cuts of over two-hundred university jobs.
22 Budget approval means tuition freeze for UNI
Northern Iowan 110:54, p.2
The Iowa House and Senate approved a $986 million education budget that includes a four percent funding increase for the three Regent universities. An additional $2.625 million in special funding will allow UNI to freeze tuition for next academic year.
23 Regents solicit efficiency report
Northern Iowan 110:43, p.1
The Board of Regents is conducting a $2.5 million spending review with Deloitte Consulting to find inefficiencies and areas of overspending. The board hopes to save $15-$25 million by making the three regent universities more efficient.
24 Branstad's budget hits UNI issues
Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1
UNI will receive an extra $8 million for the next two fiscal years, if Governor Branstad's 2015 budget is passed. This is not as much as UNI requested. Branstad also requested $32.9 million to renovate Schindler Education Center; photo.
25 President Ruud expresses appreciation for Governor's support of tuition freeze
Public Relations News Release 2013:155, p.1
President Ruud expresses his thanks to Governor Branstad for the budget recommendations in support of UNI. This will allow UNI to freeze tuition for its second consecutive year. The Governor also supported the $2 million renovation of Schindler.
26 Republicans discuss push for funding increase at UNI
Northern Iowan 110:19, p.1
Walt Rogers and Dean Fisher both spoke at the public forum held at UNI. These Republican Representatives support an increase in funding for UNI. At the forum taxes, employment, and cyber-bullying were several other topics discussed; photo.
27 Arts fight for a seat in the classroom
Northern Iowan 110:15, p.3
The author expresses the importance of fine arts in education. She also points out that decreases in funding and budget cuts are causing art classes to be eliminated from many schools. This is taking away an important aspect of a well-rounded education.
28 The search for wisdom through Humanities
Northern Iowan 110:15, p.3
The author is disappointed that cuts are being made to humanities departments across the country. He explains that the critical thinking and problem solving skills taught in humanities courses are important and need to be taught in schools.
29 Fall turns focus toward savings
Northern Iowan 110:7, p.2
September is College Savings Month. The Office of Financial Aid, along with other organizations, are spreading the word about savings plans. The Office of Financial Aid offers a Live Like a Student program which many students find helpful.
30 The BOR will discuss big UNI items at meeting
Northern Iowan 110:4, p.1
UNI is requesting approximately $10 million from the Iowa Board of Regents. The university is hoping that this amount will be awarded yearly to UNI. This money would allow UNI to freeze tuition rates and renovate Schindler Education Center.
31 Local legislators give update on issues at Iowa Capitol
Northern Iowan 109:51, p.1
Legislators met at UNI to discuss funding for higher education and health care reform. There may be a 2.6 percent increase in funding from the state for the three Iowa public universities; photo.
32 NISG finalizes 2013-14 budget
Northern Iowan 109:47, p.1
The Northern Iowa Student Government has finalized the budget for the 2013-14 school year. Funds are down due to a decrease in enrollment. Many student organizations' funding requests have been considered in the budget.
33 BOR proposes increase in funding for UNI
Northern Iowan 109:40, p.1
The Board of Regents discussed changes in the funding for the three universities in Iowa. They are talking about giving more funding to UNI, because more than ninety percent of UNI's students are from Iowa.
34 Renovations to President's House approved by BOR
Northern Iowan 109:9, p.1
Renovations to President's House totaling $450,000 approved. The building was constructed in early 1908 to accommodate President Homer Seerley and family. Numerous renovations have been made to the house over the years; photo.
35 Departments feeling effects of program cuts, restructuring
Northern Iowan 109:4, p.1
The loss of five faculty in the Department of Languages and Literature has caused adjustments to be made. Fewer course offerings and courses being taught by adjunct instructors are examples. Physics has also been forced to adjust.
36 UNI president releases statement about state higher education funding
Public Relations News Release 2011:310, p.1
President Allen responds to the Iowa General Assembly's decision to increase state funding for UNI.
37 Dannen: athletics funding model outdated
Northern Iowan 108:53, p.1
Athletics director agrees that the transfer of funds from the general fund to athletics is too high. He is suggesting a switch to funding from student fees. This concept has been used for several years by other universities; photo.
38 What are unrestricted net assets?
Northern Iowan 108:52, p.1
Howard Bunsis suggested in a lecture that the university should use funding from unrestricted net assets to cover the current deficit. Michael Hager points out that these assets are reserved for health insurance, parking, and other commitments; photo.
39 Bunsis says UNI has 'misplaced priorities'
Northern Iowan 108:49, p.1
Chair of the American Association of United Professors suggests the use of unrestricted reserves to pay for the $6 million dollar budget short fall. A full review of the facts should then follow before to any academic cuts; photo.
40 Faculty to 'retool' programs
Northern Iowan 108:49, p.1
Since the announcement of a reduction in some academic programs and the elimination of others, faculty members are evaluating options to serve students still interested in the areas. Some see it as an opportunity to make education better; photo.
41 Students hit the road for Iowa's universities
Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.1
Student led, nine stop tour of Iowa, shares the value of the state universities with Iowans. The tour kicked off with a rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds; photo.
42 Faculty, students respond to closure of science programs
Northern Iowan 108:47, p.1
Several science program degree programs will be lost due to the budget crisis. According to Ken De Nault, two of the four geology faculty members may be lost. Courses in these areas will be available next year.
43 Students unite to advocate higher ed funding at capitol
Northern Iowan 108:47, p.1
Budget cuts at UNI were the topic of discussions between legislators and students. Spencer Walrath addressed the press conference in the Iowa capitol; photo.
44 $14.5 million disparity between House and Senate budgets for UNI
Northern Iowan 108:46, p.1
The houses of the Iowa legislature are far apart on proposed funding for the coming year. The House has voted to freeze tuition rates. This will cost UNI another three million dollars in income; photo.
45 My take on the future of Panther athletics
Northern Iowan 108:46, p.8
Author shares his thoughts on athletics in light of the upcoming budget cuts. The athletics department continues to lose money and will be forced to make cuts; photo.
46 Students, faculty speak out on world language program closures
Northern Iowan 108:46, p.1
World language and culture degrees will include only a Spanish B. A. and a Spanish Teaching B. A. French, German, and Russian were dropped due to budget constraints.
47 The bottom line of education
Northern Iowan 108:46, p.4
Concern expressed about the dropping of foreign languages due to budget constraints. The effect on College of Business Administration graduates is yet to be determined.
48 Students, faculty, community rally for education
Northern Iowan 108:45, p.1
Scenes from a gathering to protest the budget cuts at UNI. State representatives urged the crowd to lobby for increased funding for education.
49 Board of Regents approves academic program changes
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.1
Due to budget cuts of over twenty-four million dollars in recent years and facing a nearly five million dollar shortfall, Price Lab School and the University Museum will be closing along with fifty-eight academic programs; photo.
50 Fields of opportunities cut; students' educational harvest harmed
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.6
UNI's approach to balancing the budget questioned. Suggestions made for better communication among administration, faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
51 Letter to the Editor
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.5
Professor Clohesy questions the program cuts and the decision making process. Searching for answers as to how these cuts will make UNI academically stronger.
52 Letter to the Editor
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.5
Graduate urges students to tell valued professors how much they are appreciated. Concerns expressed for the loss of academic focus and professors.
53 Misguided priorities
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.5
Conflicts over proper ways to solve the budget problems. Pride shown in students standing up for their beliefs. Concerns expressed over the direction of the University. Athletics Yea or Nay; photo?
54 Physics B.S. degree no longer closing; replaced on closure list by physics B.A.
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.2
Many E-mails and letters and external funding concerns helped save the B. S. degree in Physics; photo.
55 A letter from physics alumni
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4
The proposed elimination of the B. S. in physics is challenged by fifteen alumni of the program. They urge President Allen to focus on improving the number of students before eliminating the program.
56 A letter to Ben Allen from a UNI physics alumnus
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.5
Wade Sick recalls why he chose UNI and physics for his major in 1978. He returned and earned an M. A. in science education in 1991. He expresses support for the physics and science programs at UNI.
57 Jordan and KaLeigh win runoff election
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.3
Jordan Bancroft-Smithe and KaLeigh White are the newly elected leaders of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
58 More than 70 programs could be affected by possible cuts
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.1
A draft of the possible cuts to academic programs at UNI is released. An official announcement is expected soon. Faculty Senate does not endorse any of the proposed changes.
59 Students hold peaceful protest of potential academic cuts
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.2
Students study in Seerley Hall. The Study Vigil lasted 24 hours a day for a week. Students were protesting the proposed cuts in academic courses; photo.
60 The future of UNI
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4
Representative Bob Kressig urges all in the district to contact legislators in support of UNI in the upcoming budget battle.
61 UNI officials to announce academic program changes
Public Relations News Release 2011:203, p.1
President Ben Allen and provost Gloria Gibson with meet with the media to discuss academic changes.
62 UNI to add resources to high-demand academic majors and close programs with low graduation rates
Public Relations News Release 2011:200, p.1
President Ben Allen announces the closure of several departments that have low graduation rates.
63 Dear UNI Community
Northern Iowan 108:42, p.12
Support shown for President Allen and Provost Gibson by two former student body presidents.
64 Letter to the Editor
Northern Iowan 108:42, p.12
Writer critical of the lack of democratic process in the changes proposed to address the budget deficit. Better communication is needed in these trying times.
65 Letter to the Editor
Northern Iowan 108:42, p.12
Fallout from the faculty meeting and vote of no confidence in President Allen. Student, faculty, and staff urged to stand together during these troubling times.
66 Letter to the Editor
Northern Iowan 108:42, p.12
In light of the no confidence vote by the faculty, writer shows support for President Allen and his decisions to close the museum, Price Lab School, and several academic departments.
67 An alumnus' thoughts on UNI budget cuts
Northern Iowan 108:41, p.4
The thought that his university would have to cut costs brought a harsh reality to Jonathan Hinton. Many statistics are shared, including the doubling of tuition between 1997 and 2007 to make up for lack of funding from Des Moines.
68 Members of the College Hill Partnership on Price Lab closing plans
Northern Iowan 108:41, p.4
Price Lab School has been one of the major attractions for families to locate in the College Hill area. College Hill Partnership desires to maintain a balance of single family homes and renter-occupied housing.
69 Regents approve Price Lab closure
Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1
President Allen's recommendation to close Price Lab School on June 30, 2012, has been approved by the Board of Regents. The state legislature is the next step in the closure; photo.
70 Malcolm Price Laboratory School Enrollment information session
Public Relations News Release 2011:199, p.1
Price Lab will host an information session for parents and students who are planning to open enroll at local school districts.
71 Incredibly loud and extremely close-minded
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.4
Believes that the response to the current budget situation has too much ignorance and name calling. Everyone urged to get the facts in order to think rationally.
72 Open letter to faculty
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.4
The university is experiencing difficult times. Student Body president urges students and faculty to be civil and respect each other. Name calling and false information will not help the situation.
73 Price Lab in perspective
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.4
Support is needed, even with the changing of higher education. The public is urged to look at political candidates' stand on support for education.
74 Proposed budget cuts
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.5
Questions asked concerning UNI's future role in teacher education and public safety.
75 UNI announces first round of cuts, eyes others
Northern Iowan 108:40, p.1
Museum, print services, and Price Lab School are slated to close. The Department of Public Safety and low enrollment academic programs are under review; photo.
76 Budget talks require communication, not blame
Northern Iowan 108:39, p.4
Communication among the administration, faculty, students, and the Cedar Valley is needed during this time of restructuring. People need to know what the plans are for the future. More input has been requested by several parties.
77 President Allen to recommend closing Price Lab School
Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1
Budget woes at the university have caused the President to call for the closure the Laboratory School. The museum will also close and academic programs will be cut; photo.
78 A tale of two chambers
Northern Iowan 108:38, p.1
Iowa Senate has a 4.5 million dollar increase for UNI in its proposed budget. The House has a three million dollar reduction in their budget. There seems to be a large difference in opinion on education; photo.
79 Cuts possible for upcoming school year
Northern Iowan 108:38, p.1
President Ben Allen announced that declining support from the Iowa Legislature may cause cuts in funding to Price Laboratory School, UNI Museum, Panther athletics, and academic programs; photo.
80 Beck says possibility of $12 million for UNI is slim
Northern Iowan 108:34, p.3
Governor Branstad's budget has twenty million dollars extra for public universities. UNI will get a portion of that money, but significantly less than the twelve million anticipated.
81 Additional UNI funding a distinct possibility
Northern Iowan 108:28, p.1
The legislature will consider a $12 million, three year funding request for the university. This request has been approved by the Board of Regents. This would help with an anticipated shortfall in funding.
82 Hawkeye and Cyclone fans, I'm talking to you
Northern Iowan 108:27, p.9
Comparisons of athletics budgets among Iowa, Iowa State, and UNI show that Iowa spends seven times and Iowa State spends four times more than UNI on athletics in a year's time. It is time for UNI to get some respect.
83 President Allen hosts town hall meeting on budget
Northern Iowan 108:24, p.9
The Commons Ballroom hosted President Allen, as he shared views of the university budget. The university has implemented forty per cent of cost savings ideas suggested a few years ago; photo.
84 Board of Regents requests 12 million dollars for UNI
Northern Iowan 108:11, p.1
UNI relies more heavily on state funding than the other Regents institutions. To reduce the inequity, addition funding for UNI has been requested. $4 million would be added to the budget for each of the next three years; photo.
85 UNI feel effects of budget cuts
Northern Iowan 108:3, p.1
State support for UNI has been cut for the third straight year. This year's shortfall is 3.6 million dollars. Class sizes are increasing. Retirements are not being replaced. Programs are being cut; photo.
86 UNI finalizes budget for fiscal year 2012
Northern Iowan 107:60, p.1
UNI remains committed to providing an affordable high-quality educational experience following another budget cut; totaling $4.3 million dollars. The university budget has been cut twenty four percent in the past four years.
87 Schellhardt says farewell
Northern Iowan 107:57, p.1
Vice President of Administration and Financial Services announces his retirement. Tom Schellhardt has served UNI for nine years; photo.
88 American dream vs. Libertarian person
Northern Iowan 107:52, p.11
Believes that Republican budget is full of cuts that may be detrimental to the average American. For example, students may not have Pell Grants available in the future. Trickle down economics has never worked.
89 'STOP THE CUTS'
Northern Iowan 107:43, p.1
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.
90 'You can't spend what you don't have'
Northern Iowan 107:43, p.1
Iowa State University College Republicans supported the proposed budgets cuts. The group does not support increased tuition levels; photo.
91 Ask not what your university can do for you; ask what you can do for your university
Northern Iowan 107:42, p.9
Proposed budget cuts have caused the mood at many public universities, including UNI, to be dreary. Students should pick themselves up, get involved, focus on the positive, and remember why they came to college in the first place; photo.
92 For budget cuts, Regents schools not in the clear yet
Northern Iowan 107:42, p.1
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.
93 Art students explore the effects of budget cuts on classes
Northern Iowan 107:40, p.5
Elizabeth Sutton assigned her art class to make a list of what the perfect art history class would include. The list was then sent to legislative officials showing what effect budget cuts would have on the class.
94 'Talk Politics' tackles the issues of Regents hikes, proposed budget cuts
Northern Iowan 107:38, p.1
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.
95 Send a message: these cuts need to stop
Northern Iowan 107:38, p.9
Once again the state legislature is asking students to pay higher tuition. The current proposals are for deep cuts to higher education funding. Larger class size, fewer professors, and fewer student services will be the result. Speak out now.
96 Storming the Capitol
Northern Iowan 107:38, p.1
Students will take their concerns about proposed budget cuts to Des Moines on March 7. NISG will provide free transportation, refreshments, and lunch.
97 More cuts on the way?
Northern Iowan 107:30, p.1
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.
98 Regents ask UNI athletics to reduce dependency on state funding
Northern Iowan 106:45, p.1
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.
99 Faculty Senate suggests cut to auxiliary funds
Northern Iowan 106:41, p.1
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.
100 UNI President Allen speaks to concerned graduate students
Northern Iowan 106:41, p.1
President Allen spoke about pay cuts, department reorganizations, layoffs, a student surcharge, and campus rumors at a meeting with graduate students. The president advised students not to rush through graduate school; photo.