Civil Rights

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	The ongoing legacy of the UNI Seven Northern Iowan 119:36, p.1	02/13/2023	Guest writer Nicole Beilke writes the history of UNI Seven and how their proposals are still impacting UNI's campus today. Beilke writes about the creation of the Center for Multicultural Education (CME), the Minority Recruitment Program, Increasing of Black faculty, and more; photo.
2	Black History Month Northern Iowan 118:41, p.5	03/10/2022	Belinda Creighton-Smith discusses their experiences throughout their life as a Black person; photo.
3	Stop the assault on assault rifles Northern Iowan 117:46, p.3	04/01/2021	In the author's opinion, President Biden and the Democratic party politicized the tragic shootings in Boulder, Colorado and Atlanta, Georgia in an attempt to enact gun control laws that violate a citizen's right to bear arms as protected by the Second Amendment.
4	Iowa does not protect trans rights Northern Iowan 117:42, p.3	03/18/2021	In the author's opinion, Iowa law and legislators do not protect transgender people. Slomka discusses recent bills concerning minors, bathrooms, and schools.
5	A disappointment for Iowa youth Northern Iowan 117:23, p.3	11/05/2020	Although the 2020 precedential election is still too close to call, Goedken discusses the Iowa "red shift" results and feels scared and victimized as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a female; photo.
6	A feminism for the 99 percent Northern Iowan 116:15, p.3	10/21/2019	In the author's opinion, Congresswomen Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ilhan Omar represent the true face of modern feminism in their critical and anti-capitalist approach. Rawwas also explains why they have endorsed Bernie Sanders for president; photos.
7	Constitution Day Address confronts slavery's legacy Northern Iowan 116:6, p.1	09/19/2019	Attendees gathered in the Great Hall of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on September 16 to hear Nikole Hannah-Jones, a Waterloo native, deliver the UNI 2019 Constitution Day Address. Hannah-Jones, who was originally going to speak on school segregation, instead spoke on the 1619 Project, which she created with the New York Times; photos.
8	Free Speech Northern Iowan 112:52, p.1	04/21/2016	Campus conversations about free speech and racism recently have included forums, panels, student demonstrations, reports, and classroom discussions; photo.
9	BLM speaker empowers students at BSU event Northern Iowan 112:40, p.4	02/29/2016	The Black Student Union (BSU) hosted speaker Rasheed Cromwell for the event "Black Lives Matter: Reality versus Perception" on February 25 in the Center for Multicultural Education (CME) as part of Black History Month; photo.
10	MLKJ speaker graces campus Northern Iowan 111:29, p.1	01/22/2015	Guest speaker and human rights activist Danielle Allen visited the UNI campus to speak in honor of Martin Luther King Junior; photo.
11	Students respond to Angela Davis Northern Iowan 110:22, p.1	11/12/2013	Angela Davis, civil and women's rights icon, presented her lecture "Finding Your Way: Organizing for Social Change and Human Rights". Many UNI students attended the lecture and found it informative and inspiring; photo.
12	UNI professors recognized for work with Iowa's immigrant population Public Relations News Release 2013:112, p.1	11/06/2013	Michele Devlin and Mark Grey received the Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit's Karen L. Evans Award. This award is given out for outstanding work with Iowa's immigrant population. Both professors also received the 2013 FRIENDS of Iowa Civil Rights Award.
13	Renowned activist Angela Davis to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:106, p.1	10/24/2013	Angela Davis will be speaking at UNI delivering her lecture "Finding Your Way: Organizing for Social Change and Human Rights". Davis was a prominent figure in the civil rights and women's rights movements.
14	It's time to view education differently Northern Iowan 110:16, p.3	10/22/2013	The author reminds students to appreciative their right to receive an education. In Pakistan there was a girl that was shot standing up for women's education rights. The story of this girl shows that Americans we are truly fortunate; photo.
15	We need more like Macklemore Northern Iowan 109:45, p.6	04/02/2013	Author expresses the influence popular musician Macklemore has had on society. Many of Macklemore's songs are about social revolution and issues like homosexuality and consumerism.
16	Kaleidoscope series presents Rosa Parks play to children for MLK Day Northern Iowan 109:31, p.5	02/01/2013	"Walk on: the Rosa Parks story" was presented by Mad River Theater as part of the Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations.
17	UNI's Center for Multicultural Education to host civil rights expert Public Relations News Release 2012:102, p.1	10/12/2012	Richard Thompson Ford, an expert on civil rights and anti-discrimination law will speak at the Center for Multicultural Education. His presentation will offer an analysis of human rights and realities of certain cultures.
18	Civil rights leader to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2012:33, p.1	08/24/2012	Julian Bond, leader of the American Civil Rights Movement, will speak on the topic; "Reflections on the American Dream". The speech can be heard at 7:00pm on September 5 in the Performing Arts Center.
19	UNI students head south for Civil Rights Study Tour Public Relations News Release 2009:327, p.1	03/11/2010	Thirty-one participants will take part in the Multicultural Education's tour, a five-day trip including visits to museums, memorials, and numerous hot spots from the Civil Rights Movement. Students will visit Montgomery, Selma, and Birmingham, Alabama.
20	Paul Rusesabagina to speak at UNI Nov. 3 Public Relations News Release 2009:134, p.1	10/27/2009	Paul Rusesabagina, whose personal experiences of the Rwandan genocide inspired the 2004 film "Hotel Rwanda," will speak in Lang Hall Auditorium. His novel explores his personal journey while explaining the history behind Rwanda's Hutu and Tutsi tribes.
21	"Soapboxes, Shakespeare and Socialism" samples of civil rights supporter Northern Iowan 106:11, p.1	10/06/2009	Eric Arnesen, professor of history at George Washington University, was the featured speaker at the annual Carl L. Becker Lecture. He addressed the life of A. Philip Randolph in a personal and detailed manner; photo.
22	UNI to host annual Becker Lecture, Sept. 30 Public Relations News Release 2009:62, p.1	09/17/2009	"Soapboxes, Shakespeare, and Socialism: The Emerging Radicalism of A. Philip Randolph" will be the topic delivered by Eric Arnesen, professor of history at The George Washington University.
23	CME to host discussion, nationally-known speaker in tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Public Relations News Release 2008:294, p.1	01/09/2009	R. Drew Smith, director of "The Public Influences of African-American Churches Project" and scholar-in-residence at the Leadership Center at Morehouse College, will speak at the CME. Michael Blackwell will procede the following day.
24	Today's civil rights Northern Iowan 104:9, p.7	09/25/2007	"Jena Six" case reviewed in addition to other domestic concerns in the United States.
25	UNI's EXPORT Center receives award for contributions to civil rights Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/26/2006	The Iowa EXPORT Center of Excellence on Health Disparaties has received the Friends of Iowa Civil Rights, Inc. Non-Profit/Community Organization Award for contributions for civil rights.
26	UNI history lecture features impact of emancipation on African-Americans in Midwest Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	01/25/2006	"Freedom in the Heartland: African-Americans and Civil Rights in the Age of Emancipation" will be the lecture topic for Leslie Schwalm.
27	UNI to host Martin Luther King, Jr., film series Jan. 12 - 18 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	01/10/2006	Film series will be presented by the Center for Multicultural Education discussingn how King's life impacted American society.
28	Tuesday, Jan. 12 - Wednesday, Jan. 18 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	01/09/2006	Center for Multicultural Education will host Martin Luther King Jr. film series, films will discuss King's life and how it impacted American society.
29	Zellner lecture full of insights into our liberties Northern Iowan 102:6, p.11	09/16/2005	Bob Zellner, an activist during the civil rights movement, spoke at UNI this Tuesday. He told students that they should work for what they believe in, and to never take their rights for granted; photo.
30	Tuesday, Sept. 13 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	09/12/2005	Bob Zellner speaks about diversity and civil rights, Mary Jo Loveland will discuss Medicare prescription drug programs, Theatre UNI reads Mark Ravenhill's "Handbag".
31	Flaw in taking racism out of context Northern Iowan 101:34, p.5	02/04/2005	Feels that despite current racial problems, much progress has been made in the last fifty years.
32	Patriot Act another witch hunt Northern Iowan 101:7, p.7	09/21/2004	Regards the implementation of post-September 11 policies, such as the Patriot Act, as a witch hunt and believes they are not in Americans' best interests.
33	'Separate but equal' hears wedding bells Northern Iowan 100:27, p.7	12/09/2003	Equates the movement in support of gay marriages with African-American struggles for equality.
34	Conference considers civil liberties Northern Iowan 99:24, p.1	11/22/2002	UNI Student Pugwash sponsored "Civil Liberties in Wartime" which took place last Wednesday.
35	'Civil liberties in war time' topic for panel at UNI Public Relations News Release 2002:206, p.1	11/15/2002	Mark Fransdale and Mel McCleary will participate on the panel as well as John Johnson and Harry Brod.
36	UNI ACLU pushes knowledge of rights Northern Iowan 99:15, p.1	10/22/2002	UNI's ACLU will host a "Know Your Rights" week, November 4-8, in order to inform students about their rights as students at UNI.
37	Black history should be celebrated every month Northern Iowan 98:34, p.8	02/08/2002	The civil rights movement benefited not only blacks, but also paved the way for the advancement of all types of people.
38	Remember King's teachings of equality, non-violence Northern Iowan 98:29, p.13	01/18/2002	Encourages students to remember Martin Luther King, Jr.'s ministry and his fight for civil rights.
39	Terror, war and civil rights Public Relations News Release 2001:71, p.1	01/14/2002	Phil Mauceri will discuss what is happening to civil rights after the terrorist attacks.
40	Terror, war and civil rights Public Relations News Release 2001:260, p.1	01/14/2002	Phil Mauceri covers what has happened to civil rights after the terrorist attacks.
41	A third generation of civil rights awareness Public Relations News Release 2001:123, p.1	10/01/2001	Martin Luther King III will speak about his father, and civil rights in the United States.
42	Ceremony rings in new year at UNI Northern Iowan 98:1, p.1	08/31/2001	Morris Dees speaks on civil rights in America today; photo.
43	Student unhappy with election results Northern Iowan 97:29, p.8	01/12/2001	Believes that by electing George W. Bush, America will be taking a step backward in civil rights and human equality.
44	The march to equality Public Relations News Release 1999:305, p.1	03/20/2000	Michael Blackwell discusses how the march from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery, Alabama had an impact of today's politics.
45	Civil Rights Act of 1964 began process of change Public Relations News Release 1998:429, p.1	06/24/1999	Michael Blackwell, director of the Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center, discusses the Civil Rights Act which was signed 35 years ago.
46	Remembering the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Public Relations News Release 1996:454, p.1	06/20/1997	Professor Blackwell talks about the importance on the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
47	General activism and unrest on and off campus A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.278	07/01/1995	President Maucker attempts to work with students to deal with civil rights and discrimination concerns; students stage march in Cedar Falls; photo.
48	Unrest and adjustment A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.249	07/01/1995	National background of the 1960s; photo.
49	It's been nearly a quarter of a century Northern Edition 1:2, p.1	09/10/1993	History and purpose of Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center; brief account of students involved in civil rights movement in late 1960s.
50	Push for civil rights revived Northern Iowan 86:7, p.3	09/26/1989	Professor Anderson outlines her views on the history and current state of civil rights.
51	The "dream" of civil rights for all people is still alive, 25 years after Martin Luther King's famous speech, says University of Northern Iowa profess Public Relations News Release 1989:13, p.1	08/24/1989	Ruth Anderson says the civil rights movement of the 1980s wears a different face than the one she helped to create in the '60s. "It's based on sex, sexual preference -- any area of discrimination."
52	Help us keep the dream alive¿ At home and abroad Public Relations News Release 1987:206, p.1	01/13/1988	The Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center sponsor a panel discussion on human rights issues in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. The discussion focuses on issues concerning the Apartheid of South Africa.
53	Special carillon recital on Northern Iowa campus Monday (Jan. 18) part of national observance for Martin Luther King, Jr. Public Relations News Release 1987:201, p.1	01/13/1988	Robert Byrnes performs in a forty-seven bell carillon held in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Similar ceremonies are held in every state in celebration of civil rights.
54	Little lights... of knowledge and hope Public Relations News Release 1987:208, p.1	02/06/1987	Brigitte Broom and Carl Boyd led a candlelight march in from Maucker Union to the Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center, in memory of Martin Luther King, Jr. Marchers sang "This Little Light" before holding their reception at the Center.
55	Civil rights and Forsyth County, Georgia Public Relations News Release 1986:198, p.1	01/30/1987	East High School history teacher, Orlando Dial, spoke in Hemisphere Lounge on his participation in a Georgian civil rights march. The presentation was sponsored by the Department of Social Work and the Ethnic Minorities Cultural and Educational Center.
56	Learning disabled greeted by welcome mat at colleges and universities, thanks to help from UNI specialist Public Relations News Release 1986:487, p.1	07/21/1986	Agatha Roberts develops an assessment to aid universities in accommodating to special needs students. Schools which received federal funds were required to meet the needs of students with learning disabilities.
57	Word-pictures of King: Understanding the man Northern Iowan 82:29, p.4	01/24/1986	Arthur Jackson remembers Martin Luther King, Jr.
58	Not fade away Northern Iowan 80:42, p.3	03/06/1984	Keith Hardeman and David and Beverly Roskos-Ewoldsen express their disappointment at students' reactions to Blue Jeans Day.
59	Not fade away Northern Iowan 80:42, p.3	03/06/1984	Drake Martin feels people should be more understanding and supportive concerning civil rights and Blue Jeans Day.
60	Not fade away Northern Iowan 80:42, p.2	03/06/1984	Nicholas responds to the letter by Mary Hute concerning UNI-GLO and civil rights.
61	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.4	02/28/1984	Dave VanDenover feels UNI-GLO's mode of obtaining support through Blue Jeans Day was unfair.
62	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.3	02/28/1984	Brenda Peters wore blue jeans to support civil rights for all.
63	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.3	02/28/1984	Holley and Schroeder are disappointed by the intolerance displayed at UNI on Blue Jeans Day.
64	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.4	02/28/1984	Some students are shocked by the insecurity and homophobia on UNI's campus.
65	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.4	02/28/1984	Deborah Herman feels students at UNI should take a stand whether they're for or against civil rights for homosexuals.
66	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.4	02/28/1984	Todd Bruns supports civil rights for homosexuals and encourages other students to try to understand.
67	BJ Day--reacting to reaction Northern Iowan 80:40, p.4	02/28/1984	Leopold feels Blue Jeans Day created more discrimination than support.
68	Raspberry: Civil rights movement has succeeded Northern Iowan 79:52, p.1	04/26/1983	Extensive excerpts from remarks by William Raspberry.
69	Rowan: civil rights movement is in limbo Northern Iowan 79:51, p.1	04/22/1983	Extensive excerpts from remarks by Carl Rowan.
70	Sheppard speaks on civil rights Northern Iowan 78:20, p.6	11/13/1981	Clint Sheppard of the Waterloo Human Rights Commission spoke at the Union.
71	Speak for your rights Northern Iowan 78:19, p.6	11/10/1981	The Iowa Civil Rights commission and the Waterloo Human Rights Commission have scheduled a public forum to discuss area problems.
72	Dick Gregory speech set for January 26 at UNI Public Relations News Release 1980:318, p.1	01/16/1981	UNI will host speaker Dick Gregory, a human rights activist and social satirist.
73	Bill Russell to appear on UNI controversial speakers program Public Relations News Release 1969:596, p.1	05/11/1970	Former professional basketball player will add a new dimension to the exploration of civil rights by the controversial speakers program.
74	Pincham will visit Northern Iowan 65:52, p.1	04/22/1969	R. Eugene Pincham will speak.
75	'A good board meeting' Northern Iowan 65:22, p.3	11/22/1968	Recounts actions of Regents with regard to civil rights compliance, planning, and married student housing.
76	'The Cold War at East High'; Henry Parker on Northern Iowan 65:13, p.6	10/22/1968	Comments from Professor Henry Parker on racial tension at East High School in Waterloo and The Club; Parker was served a subpoena to testify in court this afternoon regarding his knowledge of racial incidents.
77	Snack bar discrimination Northern Iowan 65:9, p.2	10/08/1968	Letter relates incident in which students were refused service because they were wearing Humphrey campaign buttons.
78	Maucker speaks out against irresponsible campus dissent Northern Iowan 65:6, p.1	09/27/1968	President Maucker praises faculty and students for debate without violence and outlines major tasks for 1968-69; photo.
79	A voice screaming to be heard Northern Iowan 65:5, p.2	09/24/1968	Poem attributed to Ace Redd, Assistant Director of the Waterloo Human Rights Commission, calls for equal treatment for Blacks.
80	'Civil Rights--Human Rights' Wednesday Northern Iowan 64:61, p.8	07/12/1968	Cecil Reed will speak.
81	Over 5,000 hear Gregory criticize LBJ, Rights Bill Northern Iowan 64:54, p.1	05/07/1968	Excerpts from Dick Gregory speech; photo.
82	James charges UNI breaks anti-discriminatory document Northern Iowan 64:14, p.1	10/27/1967	Russ James charges that UNI is not living up to its anti-discrimination document; Mr. James describes his job with the Waterloo Commission on Human Rights.
83	UCC to sponsor discussion on civil rights College Eye 63:48, p.5	04/21/1967
84	Jones-Davis asks "bury civil rights, not praise it" College Eye 63:26, p.5	01/06/1967	Excerpts from remarks by Michael Gaines and Gwen Jones-Davis.
85	Gaines speaks on civil rights tomorrow College Eye 63:25, p.4	12/15/1966	Michael Gaines and Gwen Jones will speak.
86	Disagrees with Wiesenfeld College Eye 63:13, p.2	10/28/1966	Comments on the idea of "Black Power".
87	The issue of black power College Eye 63:10, p.2	10/18/1966	Discusses concerns people have about the idea of black power.
88	Position of white segregationists dissimilar to black power position College Eye 60:64, p.2	07/29/1966	Defends the 'black power' position against a previous editorial.
89	Segregationists of opposing forces unite in platform College Eye 60:63, p.2	07/22/1966	Expresses confusion about the goals of the two sides of the civil rights movement.
90	After violence, what then College Eye 60:59, p.2	06/24/1966	Gives an argument for nonviolent conflict resolution.
91	John Lewis will lecture Monday at 3 College Eye 60:55, p.6	05/13/1966	Will speak on civil rights.
92	Controversial speakers Alumnus 51:2, p.8	05/01/1966	James Farmer and Ross Barnett speak on civil rights.
93	Mr. Ross Barnett states 'misuse of power-tragedy' College Eye 60:44, p.1	03/25/1966	Excerpts from speech; photo.
94	'Truth--there is civil rights crisis' says Mr. Farmer College Eye 60:43, p.1	03/22/1966	Excerpts from speech by James Farmer.
95	Dr. Fox should feed fire with other issues College Eye 60:43, p.2	03/22/1966	Claims that too many people are content to show only their emotional reactions and judgements.
96	Ross Barnett to speak on civil rights issue College Eye 60:43, p.1	03/22/1966	Profile of Ross Barnett.
97	Barnett to talk on civil rights Wednesday College Eye 60:42, p.1	03/18/1966	Ross Barnett will speak.
98	James Farmer to speak Friday on civil rights College Eye 60:41, p.1	03/15/1966	Profile of James Farmer; photo.
99	Mr. Farmer gives speech in Auditorium College Eye 60:39, p.4	03/08/1966	James Farmer will speak.
100	Jorgensen opens meeting 'Examine Yourself, Motives' College Eye 60:20, p.1	11/19/1965	Discuss possible discount plan among local merchants; seeking participants for controversial speakers program..