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1	HPV vaccines available at Student Health Center Northern Iowan 117:37, p.4	03/01/2021	Vaccines for human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, are now available through the Student Health Center; photo.
2	SWS: protect yourself with HPV vaccine Northern Iowan 116:36, p.3	02/17/2020	Student Wellness Services urges students of all genders to get the Gardasil 9 vaccination, which helps prevent cancers caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection; photo.
3	UNI alum tells story of battle against cancer Northern Iowan 115:47, p.2	04/08/2019	Alumni Dylan Slattery discusses his journey as a UNI student and cancer treatments; photo.
4	'Kick It!' campaign uplifts kids with cancer Northern Iowan 115:39, p.4	02/28/2019	Student Eric Fluegge started the "Kick It Thomas!" campaign to support his cousin who has stage four brain cancer. Fluegge, president of Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE), encouraged other student organizations to get involved, and there will be an opportunity to participate at Dance Marathon's Big Event; photo.
5	Is the spring break "bronze glow" really worth it? Northern Iowan 115:39, p.3	02/28/2019	In the author's opinion, tanning beds are dangerous and not worth the associated risks; photo.
6	Why I relay: A collection of stories of why students decide to relay for life Northern Iowan 114:43, p.5	03/08/2018	Katrina Ganschow talks about how her life has been affected by cancer and why she relays for life; photo.
7	LTE: When dancing isn't enough Northern Iowan 114:29, p.3	01/18/2018	In an letter to the editor, Hannah Gregor encourages anyone who has participated in a childhood illness or cancer research organization to call their representatives and demand better health care for children.
8	Breast cancer campaigns do little to help cause Northern Iowan 114:17, p.3	10/23/2017	Columnist Cobb discuses how campaigns go about raising awareness for breast cancer. In her opinion, many organizations are more interested in increasing their own public awareness rather than promoting prevention and research; photo.
9	Relay for Life Northern Iowan 112:50, p.1	04/14/2016	Relay for Life took place on April 9 in the McLeod Center; photos.
10	Why I Relay Northern Iowan 112:48, p.5	04/07/2016	Katie Knudsen shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.
11	Why I Relay Northern Iowan 112:46, p.9	03/31/2016	Ami Jensen shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.
12	For the kids Northern Iowan 112:42, p.1	03/07/2016	UNI Dance Marathon held their fifth annual Big Event in Maucker Union on March 5; photos.
13	Why I Relay Northern Iowan 112:40, p.5	02/29/2016	Alanna Verner shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.
14	Why I Relay Northern Iowan 112:38, p.5	02/22/2016	Emma Lippman shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.
15	Why I Relay Northern Iowan 112:32, p.4	02/01/2016	Griffin Williams shares why he participates in Relay for Life; photo.
16	Why I Relay Northern Iowan 112:30, p.4	01/25/2016	Michaela Fay shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.
17	Why I relay Northern Iowan 112:28, p.5	01/14/2016	Brittney England shares why she participates in Relay for Life; photo.
18	May the best mustache win: no shave pledge Northern Iowan 112:20, p.6	11/05/2015	The Colleges Against Cancer student organization held a 'No shave November' party on November 1 to kick off their month-long fundraising event for the American Cancer Society; photo.
19	Alumni rethinks cancer treatment Northern Iowan 112:17, p.2	10/26/2015	UNI alumni Kimryn Rathmell gave the talk "The Exciting State of Affairs for Drug Development in Cancer: 2015" on October 22 in Lantz Auditorium in McCollum Science Hall as the 19th annual Leland Wilson Lectureship; photos.
20	Love your melon day Northern Iowan 112:17, p.1	10/26/2015	Members of Love Your Melon sold stocking caps outside of the Maucker Union on October 22 to raise money and awareness for children battling cancer; photo.
21	Pink is for prevention: 90 percent of cancers could be preventable Northern Iowan 112:16, p.3	10/22/2015	In a guest column, Kamyar Enshayan argues that cancer prevention should focus on reducing carcinogens and creating healthy environments; photo.
22	Cookie 5k-ing against cancer Northern Iowan 112:11, p.1	10/05/2015	UNI Dance Marathon held a Cookie 5k race to raise money for the University of Iowa Children's Miracle Network; photos.
23	Love your melon Northern Iowan 111:54, p.1	04/30/2015	The non-profit organization "Love Your Melon" is coming to the UNI campus; photo.
24	Yellow brick road to hope Northern Iowan 111:49, p.1	04/13/2015	Students and staff walked Mcleod for twelve hours during Relay for Life, hosted by The American Cancer Society; photo.
25	Crusade against cancer Northern Iowan 111:39, p.4	02/26/2015	Relay for Life is pushing to get more members on the UNI campus.
26	Letter to the editor Northern Iowan 111:16, p.5	10/23/2014	Gabbi DeWitt of the Pink Ribbon Run Committee writes to the Northern Iowan thanking Gamma Phi Beta and the Student Alumni Ambassadors for their help with the Pink Ribbon Run; photo.
27	Panther portraits: Relay For Life Northern Iowan 110:50, p.2	04/14/2014	Photographs from the Relay for Life event which took place on Friday, April 11.
28	UNI film screening to explore cancer prevention Public Relations News Release 2013:173, p.1	02/11/2014	UNI will be showing the film "Living Downstream" and hosting a discussion about links between the environment and cancer. It will include a lot of information on environmental contamination and how to work towards a healthier environment.
29	Date auction held to support locals affected by breast cancer Northern Iowan 110:18, p.4	10/29/2013	The Black Student Union sponsored a Date Auction. All proceeds went to Splash of Color, a program that is a part of the Beyond Pink TEAM. This year, the auction raised $420; photo.
30	UNI professor overcomes breast cancer and looks to the future Northern Iowan 110:17, p.1	10/25/2013	Professor Gowrie Gulwadi was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012. Her chemotherapy ended in March, and her last few surgeries took place in June. She is now breast cancer free.
31	All for a cause; UNI student groups raise thousands for non-profits Northern Iowa Today 96:3, p.2	10/01/2013	Student groups raise money for causes such as the Children's Miracle Network and Colleges Against Cancer; raised almost $200,000 in last year; photo.
32	UNI teams up in the fight for breast cancer awareness Northern Iowan 110:9, p.8	09/27/2013	The Panther football team, volleyball team, and soccer team will all be wearing pink in addition to their standard purple and gold during the month of October to help raise notice for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
33	Raising cancer awareness through the annual Relay for Life Public Relations News Release 2012:266, p.1	04/10/2013	UNI will host the annual Relay for Life with this years theme being "Superheroes¿ Saving the World One Birthday at a Time!". UNI Colleges Against Cancer will be host the event.
34	News in photos Northern Iowan 109:12, p.3	10/05/2012	Chats sold awareness-themed pink items for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Proceeds to benefit breast cancer research; photo.
35	UNI Relay For Life raises $102,000 to fight cancer Northern Iowan 108:51, p.1	04/17/2012	Cancer awareness was the focus of over one thousand faculty, students, staff, and community members during the annual event. The goal of $100,000 was exceeded; photo.
36	Funding debate sparks reform Northern Iowan 108:36, p.1	02/14/2012	Precedent and interpretation entered into the denial of funding for the Colleges Against Cancer. Concerns expressed that funding be requested more than once by a single organization.
37	Relay for Life Kickoff sows seeds for spring event Northern Iowan 108:36, p.6	02/14/2012	The Hub hosted the kickoff party. Currently there are four hundred registered participants. The goal is one thousand. The relay will take place at the McLeod Center.
38	Relay for Life Kickoff event prepares for launch Northern Iowan 108:35, p.6	02/10/2012	Live performances by three bands will kickoff the annual Relay for Life. The event will take place in downtown Cedar Falls at the Hub.
39	Guest Column Northern Iowan 108:13, p.4	10/11/2011	Elimination of the cancer contributing factors, including lawn chemicals, urged. Breast Cancer Awareness Month concentrates on the individual to a large extent. Raising money for research is great, but we need to get to the root of the problem.
40	It's October: Be a pink panther Northern Iowan 108:12, p.4	10/07/2011	October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Someday we will cure breast cancer.
41	Pink fire truck promotes breast cancer awareness Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1	09/16/2011	The Greater Kansas City Chapter of the Guardians of the Pink Ribbon's fire truck made a stop near Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The trucks raise awareness and funds for local women's cancer groups; photo.
42	Saving lives: one mile at a time Northern Iowan 107:53, p.6	04/26/2011	Chelsea Anderson raised $4000 for cancer research while running the Boston Marathon. She joined nineteen other people running for the cause. Together they raised over $44,000; photo.
43	Relay for Life raises $93,000 for cancer research Northern Iowan 107:49, p.7	04/12/2011	Nearly one thousand students participated in this year's Relay for Life.
44	UNI aims to 'Imagine A Whole New World Without Cancer' Public Relations News Release 2010:266, p.1	03/30/2011	Briefing of events for Relay for Life being held in the McLeod Center.
45	Kickin' off the fight against cancer Northern Iowan 107:42, p.5	03/08/2011	Relay for Life benefited from an evening of music at the Hub on Main Street. The entire five dollar cover charge went to the organization. Lots of entertainment is planned for the relay in the McLeod Center in April.
46	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.
47	Colleges Against Cancer Northern Iowan 107:24, p.1	11/19/2010	Group raises money for cancer research. The fundraising projects are also fun. The Great American Smokeout, holiday cards for survivors, and the Relay for Life are some of the activities.
48	UNI students, faculty remember professor of education Northern Iowan 107:23, p.5	11/16/2010	A candlelight vigil honored Janet McClain near the fountain at the Schindler Education Center. Professor McClain lost her fight with cancer on October 27, 2010; photo.
49	Slacktivism to the rescue! Northern Iowan 107:22, p.7	11/12/2010	The breast cancer awareness campaign has been turned into a cheap marketing campaign, according to the author. Slogans and the pink campaign have taken away from fundraising and research activities.
50	'Living Downstream' to show at UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:123, p.1	11/01/2010	"Living Downstream" is based on the acclaimed book by ecologist and cancer survivor Sandra Steingraber, Ph.D. "Our environment is playing a bigger role in the story of cancer than previously assumed," said Steingraber.
51	Losing is not an option Northern Iowan 107:13, p.3	10/12/2010	Barbara Grassley shared her experiences with breast cancer with students in order to raise awareness about the deadly disease; photo.
52	Fourth annual Pink Ribbon Run to be held October 2 Northern Iowan 107:9, p.5	09/28/2010	Proceeds from the $30 entry fee will go toward supporting TEAM, an organization providing support for women living with breast cancer.
53	Brad's Sports Blurb: Lance Armstrong, was it worth it? Northern Iowan 107:8, p.6	09/24/2010	The shadow of illegal drug use continues to be in Lance Armstrong's life. He has won seven consecutive Tour de France titles and raised over $250 million for cancer research. This will all be forgotten, if convicted of using drugs; photo.
54	UNI students "Beat Cancer" in Purple Glove Dance Video Contest Northern Iowan 106:53, p.8	04/27/2010	YouTube has a video showing several UNI students wearing purple gloves beating up on cancer. The video features the UNI Dance Team, President and Mrs. Allen, and T. C.; photo.
55	A thank you from UNI Colleges Against Cancer Northern Iowan 106:52, p.4	04/23/2010	Colleges Against Cancer gives their appreciation for everyone who donated and participated in Relay for Life.
56	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 106:49, p.10	04/13/2010	Scenes from the eighth annual Relay for Life held in the UNI-Dome; photo.
57	Help UNI 'Make Cancer Walk the Plank' Public Relations News Release 2009:377, p.1	04/06/2010	UNI is hosting a Relay for Life event to raise money for the American Cancer Society, and is hoping for 1,500 participants this year from faculty, student body, and the Cedar Valley community.
58	Community and students come together to support Ollie Northern Iowan 106:38, p.6	02/23/2010	Eight thousand six hundred dollars was raised from freewill donations during Ollie's Benefit Bash. Oliver Palmer is an eight year old boy; diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer. Over five hundred attended; photo.
59	Panther Portraits: Up 'til Dawn Northern Iowan 106:20, p.4	11/06/2009	Scenes from letter writing project asking for donations to support St. Jude's Children's Hospital; photo.
60	Phillips takes advantage of studying aboard Northern Iowan 106:17, p.15	10/27/2009	Ellen Phillips takes time outside of class for extracurricular activities. In the Spring of 2009, she traveled to England to study. Staying with students from Mexico, Belgium, and the Czech Republic expanded her experience; photo.
61	Panthers enter crucial weekend Northern Iowan 106:14, p.9	10/16/2009	Volleyball team faces top conference opponents during Homecoming weekend. Currently tied with Missouri State, the Panthers have a fourteen game winning streak; photo.
62	Brad's Sports Blurb Northern Iowan 106:11, p.13	10/06/2009	Boston College football star recovers from Ewing's sarcoma, a cancerous tumor on the knee. Following chemotherapy and radiation treatments, his doctors say there is a ninety percent chance the cancer is gone for good. He may return to football.
63	UNI Gallery of Art to present "Dale Phelps: A Tribute' Public Relations News Release 2008:494, p.1	04/23/2009	Phelps, passed away on April 13, 2009. In December of 2005, he presented an exhibition titled "Art from Within." He also presented a larger series of relief prints carved in Sintra that were related to his personal battle with cancer¿
64	Pounding cancer into the pavement Northern Iowan 105:49, p.9	04/14/2009	Dave Martin is planning to run fifty-five miles in one day from Linn County to the UNI-Dome to raise awareness for the Relay for Life; photo.
65	Professor researches anti-cancer compound found in hops Northern Iowan 105:34, p.1	02/10/2009	Professor Axel Schwekendiek investigates the potential of xanthohumol; photo.
66	Cancer survivors provide support and awareness Northern Iowan 105:23, p.14	11/18/2008	First gathering of cancer survivors based on brainstorming ways of supporting cancer victims and their families. A former professor and cancer survivor challenged the group to focus on other things than being a victim of cancer.
67	Breast Cancer Awareness month spans sports Northern Iowan 105:17, p.20	10/28/2008	National Football League and the National Hockey League aid in fund raising during breast cancer awareness month. University and college teams are taking up the challenge; photo.
68	Volleyball to 'dig pink' Saturday Northern Iowan 105:16, p.11	10/25/2008	Saturday's volleyball game will feature pink uniforms, pink ice cream, pink t-shirts, and pink cotton candy available in order to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer; photo.
69	Bowling for Breasts Northern Iowan 104:51, p.8	04/22/2008	TeamWork members congratulated for the success of the bowl-a-thon benefiting breast cancer research.
70	Relay for Life a success Northern Iowan 104:51, p.4	04/22/2008	900 people registered, 513 luminary bags and $80,000 raised make the Relay for Life successful.
71	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:49, p.5	04/15/2008	Photos of UNI's Relay for Life event; photo.
72	Relay for Life Northern Iowan 104:49, p.1	04/15/2008	Students walk to raise money for cancer research; photo.
73	Freedom of religion Northern Iowan 104:48, p.7	04/11/2008	Believes that people must be aware of differences in beliefs and respect those who believe differently.
74	Student cancer survivors endorse fundraiser Northern Iowan 104:48, p.3	04/11/2008	Relay for Life support from student survivors of cancer.
75	Martin proves cancer truly is everyone's fight Northern Iowan 104:47, p.9	04/08/2008	Dave Martin will run for eight hours during the Relay for life; photo.
76	One night, one fight: Relay for Life of UNI is April 11-12 Public Relations News Release 2007:559, p.1	04/07/2008	Events for Relay for Life of UNI begin at 6 p.m. Friday, April 11.
77	Bowling to raise awareness for cancer Northern Iowan 104:44, p.1	03/28/2008	Fundraiser to be held April 4 at Valley Park Lanes. Organized by nine students who help promote awareness of breast cancer, especially among students. 280 are confirmed to bowl with a waiting list of teams wishing to participate; photo.
78	Runner to face the unknown during Relay for Life of UNI Public Relations News Release 2007:517, p.1	03/24/2008	Dave Martin will attempt to run fifty miles during UNI's Relay for Life.
79	UNI Relay for Life Committee seeking teams and cancer survivors to celebrate, remember, fight back Public Relations News Release 2007:490, p.1	03/05/2008	The Relay for Life events will take place April 11-12.
80	Cedar Falls RAGBRAI a financial success Northern Iowan 104:23, p.3	11/13/2007	RAGBRAI visit raises $8500 for local cancer programs and $45,000 for community betterment projects.
81	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:18, p.10	10/26/2007	Bender Hall and Relay for Life; photo.
82	Komen on the Go Northern Iowan 104:7, p.14	09/18/2007	The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer organization brought their trailer to campus, supplying hope and information.
83	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:7, p.16	09/18/2007	Activities on campus; photo.
84	New Gardasil vaccine first in the fight to cure cervical cancer Northern Iowan 103:53, p.4	04/20/2007	A new vaccine has proven to help prevent virus strains which may lead to cervical cancer; photo.
85	UNI hosts fifth annual Relay 4 Life Northern Iowan 103:52, p.1	04/17/2007	1,500 students filled the UNI-Dome floor to support the American Cancer Society during the Relay for Life; photo.
86	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/09/2007	The 5th annual Relay for Life will be taking place April 13-14 in the UNI-Dome.
87	UNI's fifth annual Relay for Life fundraiser to take place at UNI-Dome Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/06/2007	The fifth annual Relay for Life fundraiser will be taking place Friday, April 13 to Saturday, April 14 in the UNI-Dome.
88	UNI Relay for Life team ranks nationally Northern Iowan 103:26, p.1	12/01/2006	Fifth in the nation on a per capita basis was the result of last year's Relay for Life at UNI; photo.
89	'Komen on the Go' tour bus breaks for UNI Northern Iowan 103:18, p.1	10/27/2006	October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. National foundation bus stops at UNI; photo.
90	Breast cancer educational tour to make stop at UNI Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/05/2006	The "On the Way to the Cure--Komen On the Go" tour will visit Wednesdsy, October 11.
91	Haircuts help cancer victims Northern Iowan 103:8, p.7	09/22/2006	Tony Timm relates several hair cutting efforts that aid in funding the Heart Connection Children's Cancer Programs; photo.
92	Curing cancer requires cure for culture? Northern Iowan 103:7, p.5	09/19/2006	Science has discovered a vaccine for HPV, a virus that has the capability to become cancer in women. The drug must be given prior to a woman's becoming sexually active.
93	Relay for Life at UNI makes 100 grand for ACS Northern Iowan 102:48, p.1	04/04/2006	About 1600 people took part in event, mostly students; photo.
94	Relay for Life lights up the Dome Northern Iowan 102:48, p.7	04/04/2006	Applauds efforts of those who organized and participated in the Relay for Life.
95	Hours of entertainment for Relay Northern Iowan 102:46, p.1	03/28/2006	Schedule of events for the Relay for Life.
96	Friday, March 31 - Saturday, April 1 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.3	03/27/2006	Relay for Life will take place in the UNI-Dome.
97	A special thanks Northern Iowan 102:37, p.13	02/14/2006	Basketball coach Greg McDermott and his wife Theresa presented check to American Cancer Society for $34,182; photo.
98	UNI Relay for Life expects to raise $100,000 Northern Iowan 102:31, p.10	01/24/2006	Relay will take place on March thirty-first and April first; photo.
99	UNI's Relay for Life program a model for others Northern Iowan 102:20, p.11	11/04/2005	Relay for Life will be in the UNI-Dome on March 31, 2006; photo.
100	National Mammography Day a good reminder to women Northern Iowan 102:16, p.3	10/21/2005	October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month; women of all ages are encouraged to do a self examination and get check ups regularly.