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1	Remembering West Scheel Northern Iowan 119:53, p.1	04/24/2023	The Northern Iowan staff writes a commemorative piece to remember, West Scheel, a UNI student who recently passed away.
2	"Through the Lens of a Panther" project collects photos of community Northern Iowan 119:51, p.1	04/17/2023	The Green Dot program at UNI is hosting a project throughout April called "Through the Lens of a Panther". Students, faculty, and staff can submit photos taken on campus to show each other what community and UNI means to all of us; photo.
3	Blue safety phones to be removed Northern Iowan 119:47, p.1	04/03/2023	UNI is introducing the Rave Guardian app that will take place of the blue safety phones located sporadically on campus; photos.
4	Resources on campus to help students finish strong Northern Iowan 119:41, p.1	03/06/2023	Peyton Guthrie writes about the services that The Office of Academic Advising, Student Life, The Learning Center, Student Accessibility Services, and The Counseling Center offer to help students finish the spring semester strong; photo.
5	You matter at UNI week Northern Iowan 119:36, p.4	02/13/2023	You Matter At UNI week is put on by the Student Health & Well-being Coordinator and UNI Counseling Center and will be held February 27-March 3, 2023. Aubrey Schafbuch interviews students and staff who explain the importance of this week and lists out the events and how students can get involved; photo.
6	Take care of yourself during finals week Northern Iowan 119:28, p.1	12/08/2022	Emma Koehler points out on-campus resources as well as tips that can help students make it through finals week; photo.
7	Five tips to survive freshman year Northern Iowan 119:4, p.4	09/08/2022	Abigail Lauren gives freshmen tips on how to get through their first year of college. Some of the tips include utilizing UNI's Counseling Center, setting clear expectations with roommates, and talking one on one with your professors; photo.
8	Food and financial insecurity Northern Iowan 118:40, p.3	03/07/2022	Lennon Janes gives their opinion on food and financial insecurity of students at the university; photo.
9	Meet the candidates: VP for Student Life Northern Iowan 118:34, p.2	02/14/2022	The final three candidates for the Vice President of Student Life position are introduced: Heather Harbach, Javier Flores, and Lyn Redington; photos.
10	September is suicide prevention month Northern Iowan 118:6, p.3	09/16/2021	A column about National Suicide Prevention and Awareness month and related resources; photo.
11	"You Matter at UNI" weeks kicks off Northern Iowan 117:31, p.1	02/08/2021	"You Matter at UNI," a week-long event that promotes mental well-being, starts this week amid new COVID-19 restrictions. The Counseling Center will host several events, and an art and creative writing exbhibit called "In My Shoes" will be on display in Maucker Union; photo.
12	Take time for you this finals season Northern Iowan 117:24, p.3	11/09/2020	Student Wellness Services gives advice as finals approach; photo.
13	UNI honors student killed in accident Northern Iowan 117:17, p.1	10/15/2020	The UNI community mourns the loss of freshman music education major Isaac Roerig; photos.
14	Counseling Center holds "In My Shoes" exhibit Northern Iowan 117:13, p.4	10/01/2020	Riley Rodemaker, graduate and program assistant at the UNI Counseling Center, is putting together an exhibit called "In My Shoes" to showcase the intersections of diversity and mental health. It will be on display in Maucker Union; photo.
15	Counseling Center hosts mental health conference Northern Iowan 117:9, p.5	09/17/2020	The Counseling Center hosts its second annual mental health conference virtually; photo.
16	NISG holds presidential elections: Boeding and Greene Northern Iowan 116:35, p.1	02/13/2020	Elle Boeding and Rachel Greene are running, currently unopposed, for Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) student body president and vice president. They discuss their backgrounds and platform. NISCO elections will be held February 25-26; photos.
17	Ending the stigma: You Matter Week at UNI Northern Iowan 116:30, p.1	01/27/2020	Northern Iowa Student Government has teamed up with Active Minds, Black Student Union, To Write Love on Her Arms and UNI Counseling Services to help coordinate this event. Sarah Rassing, a graduate student and NISG Director of Mental Health helped coordinate the events to hopefully make this annual. Brian Nissen emphasizes the importance of students to the university, as well as Jennifer Schneiderman, director of counseling services at UNI helps students know the help campus provides. Events will be held all week in honor of You Matter; photo.
18	UNI police locate missing woman Northern Iowan 116:22, p.2	11/14/2019	The search for Courtney Elsbernd of Waterloo is over. Elsbernd was found dead in a UNI remote parking lot in a car. No sign of foul play is suspected in her death.
19	Counseling Center sees policy change Northern Iowan 116:11, p.2	10/08/2019	The UNI Counseling Center has altered its scheduling policy for the 2019-2020 school year, partially due to the declining enrollment.
20	Mental health deserves more Northern Iowan 116:11, p.3	10/08/2019	Opinion Columnist, Abigail Bennethum expresses why Iowa needs to do better in regards to mental health.
21	Counseling enter sees policy change Northern Iowan 116:11, p.2	10/07/2019	The UNI Counseling Center has changed its scheduling policy for the 2019-2020 school year. Counseling sessions, which had previously been unlimited for students under the mandatory student health fee, are now limited to five per year. Any additional sessions must now be billed to the student's health insurance. The reason for the change is partially based on declining enrollment; photo.
22	Mental health deserves more Northern Iowan 116:11, p.3	10/07/2019	In the author's opinion, mental health is an important issue and Iowa and UNI need to do better in terms of care and resources; photo.
23	Wellness Services: homecoming safety tips Northern Iowan 116:9, p.3	09/30/2019	Student Wellness Services provides tips on how to have a safe homecoming; photo.
24	Another UNI student passes away Northern Iowan 115:38, p.2	02/25/2019	A February 20 announcement informed the UNI community that student Brendan Hartman had passed away on February 16. The February 17 deaths of students Tristan Marlow and Justin Kime had previously been announced.
25	Remembering Justin and Tristan Northern Iowan 115:37, p.1	02/21/2019	A memorial was held on February 18 for Justin Kime and Tristan Marlow, two students killed in a weather-related car accident on February 17; photos.
26	Winter weather survival: mental health Northern Iowan 115:37, p.1	02/21/2019	Winter weather and lack of sunlight can lead to mental health issues such as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Students can increase exposure to natural light by visiting the Light Lounge in Sabin Hall; photos.
27	UNI Counseling Center offers cocoa, conversation Northern Iowan 115:30, p.4	01/28/2019	Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) held the event "Cocoa & Counseling" at the Counseling Center on January 23; photo.
28	Tips for a safe homecoming Northern Iowan 115:16, p.3	10/18/2018	Student Wellness Services shares safety tips for Homecoming; photo.
29	Suicide awareness event sends silence packing Northern Iowan 115:15, p.1	10/15/2018	On October 11, the "Send Silence Packing" event lined Maucker Union with over 1,000 backpacks to raise awareness of the impact of suicide on college students. It was sponsored by Active Minds, the UNI Counseling Center, Lambda Theta Phi, and To Write Love on Her Arms; photos.
30	Health center needs more changes Northern Iowan 114:42, p.3	03/05/2018	The author gives her opinion on several different ways that the Student Health Center could become more accessible to students.
31	Meet the NISG presidential candidates Northern Iowan 114:37, p.1	02/15/2018	So far, three presidential campaigns have officially registered as student organizations and are eligible to actively campaign. Drew Stensland and Kristen Ahart are running as Drew and Kristen for UNI. Sean Dugan and Chad Schafer are running as Sean and Chad UNIted for Change. Tristan Bernhard and Cole Malcolm are running as Tristan and Cole for UNI; photos.
32	Counseling Center sees backlash Northern Iowan 114:29, p.1	01/18/2018	A tagline used by the Counseling Center using the phrase "worrywarts" has upset some students. One student said the tagline has caused people they know to no longer support the center because the center made light of a serious condition; photo.
33	Phone psychology Northern Iowan 114:17, p.1	10/23/2017	Adam Butler, a psychology professor at UNI, warns of the potential psychological effects of over using one's smartphone. There may be a connection between smartphone use and a person's mental health; photo.
34	Assault advocacy office comes to campus Northern Iowan 114:7, p.2	09/18/2017	UNI brings a campus coordinator from the Riverview Center to help students who have been affected by sexual assault. There will be a support group as well as counseling available; photo.
35	Addressing mental health on campus Northern Iowan 112:47, p.4	04/04/2016	The university held a panel to discuss mental health concerns on campus; Leslie Williams, David Towle, Debby Ferguson, Mark Rowe-Barth, and Therese Callaghan spoke.
36	Panel to discuss disability issues Northern Iowan 112:36, p.2	02/15/2016	Rod Library and Student Disability Services will hold a screening of the film "The New Asylums: Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System" and a panel discussion on disabilities as a social justice issue in the Center for Multicultural Education on February 17.
37	Charges for mental health services proposed Northern Iowan 112:31, p.2	01/28/2016	In order to hire additional staff to meet student needs, the Student Health Center has proposed billing students for psychiatric care, a currently free service; photo.
38	Keeping mental health in check Northern Iowan 112:24, p.2	11/19/2015	The UNI Counseling Center encourages students to seek support for their mental health, particularly after the deaths of two UNI students on campus.
39	The flawed "I'm fine" system: be truthful with yourself Northern Iowan 112:17, p.3	10/26/2015	Carr-Murphy encourages genuine interaction among students, especially in regards to mental health, to make the world a better place; photos.
40	Getting the grit: SWS tips for overcoming academic obstacles Northern Iowan 112:7, p.3	09/21/2015	Lobberecht, a graduate assistant in Student Wellness Services, promotes the concept of grit to overcome obstacles, including the elements growth, resilience, integrity, and tenacity; photo.
41	Counseling hours extended Northern Iowan 112:4, p.1	09/10/2015	The Counseling Center expands its services by offering Protocall, which allows students to call and receive counseling outside normal appointment hours; photo.
42	Are you depressed? Northern Iowan 111:11, p.1	10/06/2014	The University of Northern Iowa's Counseling Center will be offering free depression screenings for students and staff on October 8th.
43	Safe place to stay Northern Iowan 110:55, p.1	05/01/2014	The Department of Residence is currently in the process of creating gender inclusive housing for students; photo.
44	Depression hits home in Cedar Falls Northern Iowan 110:42, p.1	03/06/2014	Talks about the rates of students suffering from depression and the types of issues they face. Gives statistics for the three Iowa state schools.
45	Wait line grows at counseling center Northern Iowan 110:27, p.1	12/10/2013	The number of students requesting counseling is increasing and the Counseling Center is short staffed. Students may have to wait longer to receive counseling, but the center is doing their best to meet the student's needs.
46	Students cope with mid-semester stress Northern Iowan 110:21, p.4	11/08/2013	Students have many different ways of dealing with mid-semester stress. Many students are involved in activities outside of the classroom, which only adds to their stress level. There are many resources on campus to help students deal with stress; photo.
47	Fast Facts about UNI Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	Fourteen facts about the university; including four photos from events; photo.
48	Keep yourself healthy at the Student Health Clinic Northern Iowan 108:54, p.	04/27/2012	Several services are available at the health clinic, including yearly physicals, lab work, pharmacy services, and counseling services. There is no charge for office visits; photo.
49	UNI graduate students to hold stress-relief day for Aplington-Parkersburg students Public Relations News Release 2010:336, p.1	04/22/2011	Twelve UNI grad students will lead relaxtion exercises with Aplington-Parkersburg students.
50	Digital bullying: a growing concern among students Northern Iowan 107:15, p.5	10/19/2010	Bullying has been around for years. New technology and social networking has been linked to a recent increase in student suicides; photo.
51	Depression screenings hope to give comfort to students Northern Iowan 107:14, p.1	10/15/2010	Counseling Center offered free, anonymous depression screening for students. The screenings may determine early indicators of depression. Steps can then be taken to aid the student.
52	UNI announces inaugural Diversity Matters Award recipients Public Relations News Release 2009:233, p.1	01/21/2010	Ten individuals were recently honored for their efforts to enhance diversity during the second-annual town hall meeting on diversity.These students, faculty and staff received the inaugural UNI Diversity Matters Award. Recipients listed.
53	Counselors offer advice on how to handle test anxiety Northern Iowan 106:22, p.10	11/13/2009	Helpful tips provided to students having difficulties taking examinations. Workshop was sponsored by the Student Health Center; photo.
54	The College Eye Northern Iowan 106:1, p.11	08/28/2009	New column examines urban legends. The relationship between a roommate's suicide and the grade point for the semester of the survivor are not related.
55	Typical college symptoms hint to deeper problems Northern Iowan 105:49, p.10	04/14/2009	Anxiety Screening Tests were free, confidential, and open to UNI students, faculty, and staff. Testing took place in the Counseling Center; followed by a private meeting to discuss the assessment.
56	UNI Guidance Counselor Advisory Board meets April 6 Public Relations News Release 2008:458, p.1	04/09/2009	The board is made up of 24 guidance counselors from high schools across Iowa. The board meets twice each year to discuss enrollment issues such as student recruitment, admission requirements and financial aid.
57	Panelists discuss mental health Northern Iowan 105:22, p.1	11/14/2008	Public Relations Campaign class organized panel to raise awareness of mental illness by localizing issues and showing that research done in other areas can affect Iowans; photo.
58	An ignorant opinion Northern Iowan 105:17, p.7	10/28/2008	Response to a previous article on anorexia written by Nick Krob.
59	Advice Central Northern Iowan 105:3, p.16	09/09/2008	Will answer questions on health, sexuality and academic pursuits.
60	UNI Counseling Center offers anxiety screening program Northern Iowan 104:50, p.1	04/18/2008	May 2 is National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day. Counseling Center will offer a test for anxiety and depression. Normally 15-40 students take advantage of the tests.
61	A firsthand staff account from Dancer Hall Northern Iowan 104:43, p.	03/14/2008	Observations of the lockdown from within Dancer Hall; photo.
62	UNI reacts to possible gunman; suspect in custody Public Relations News Release 2007:494, p.1	03/11/2008	UNI Police were notified of a possible gunman threatening a student. Students and faculty were notified via the UNI Alert system and all nine residence halls were locked down.
63	UNI student found dead on Saturday Northern Iowan 104:23, p.3	11/13/2007	Carlos Teran Yengel, a graduate student in Industrial Technology, suffered a heart attack and died in College Courts.
64	Counseling Center helps students Northern Iowan 104:1, p.5	08/24/2007	Twenty-four hour on-line screening is available at the Counseling Center. Counselors are trained listeners.
65	UNI Counseling Center receives international accreditation Public Relations News Release 2007:94, p.1	08/08/2007	The Counseling Center has been accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, Inc.
66	A message about the tragedy at Virginia Tech Northern Iowan 103:53, p.6	04/20/2007	Students urged to contact the Counseling Center for help in dealing with the Virginia Tech killings.
67	Today: We are all Hokies (04-16-07) Northern Iowan 103:53, p.1	04/20/2007	Reactions to the killings on the Virginia Tech campus.
68	Suicide prevention a joint issue on campus Northern Iowan 103:27, p.4	12/05/2006	Wellness and Recreation Services and UNI Counseling Center work together to spread the word about suicide prevention.
69	Don't go to pieces, get help from the student health center Northern Iowan 103:1, p.13	08/25/2006	Students advised to seek help at the counseling center if they are having problems.
70	Newly renovated Student Health Clinic offers improved service to students Northern Iowan 102:17, p.11	10/25/2005	Recently opened facility has many new features geared to students and staff; photo.
71	Counseling Center offers many services to UNI students Northern Iowan 102:11, p.9	10/04/2005	New facility houses the health clinic, pharmacy, disability services, and counseling center, all aimed at helping students and faculty; photo.
72	Thursday, Oct. 6 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.2	10/03/2005	Richard de Puma to give lecture "Painted Mummy Portraits of Roman Egypt"; National Depression Screening Day, sponsored by Counseling Center.
73	Help closer than you think Northern Iowan 102:10, p.7	09/30/2005	Writers explain that even though students have many amenities compared to past generations, things like stress and depression are on the rise.
74	Balance is key to freshmen success Northern Iowan 102:2, p.14	08/30/2005	Students must focus on class work, but need to have social time also; photo.
75	Get involved to stay healthy this year Northern Iowan 102:1, p.14	08/26/2005	Students can maintain physical and mental health by taking advantage of UNI services including the Student Health Center, the WRC, and counseling services; photo.
76	Maintaining healthy mental health; students dealing with changing lifestyles, stress have safe place to turn Northern Iowan 101:42, p.1	03/04/2005	There are many locations on campus that provide mental health help to students; photo.
77	On campus Northern Iowan 101:11, p.2	10/05/2004	Meetings and events planned.
78	UNI Counseling Center to offer free depression screening Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	09/30/2004	To be held October 7 in East Bartlett Hall.
79	Columnist publicly relives a painful night Northern Iowan 101:7, p.7	09/21/2004	Columnist describes his attempt at suicide.
80	Transition to college leaves some yearning for home Northern Iowan 101:6, p.5	09/17/2004	Remarks and personal accounts from students relating to attending college and homesickness.
81	Construction rips through campus, creates hassle for students Northern Iowan 101:1, p.5	08/27/2004	Description of various construction projects on campus; photo.
82	UNI Student Health Center receives national accreditation Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	07/19/2004	Student Health Center to join over 1300 organizations accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
83	Student Services provides wealth of knowledge for UNI Northern Iowan 100:51, p.9	04/16/2004	Department of Advising and Career Services to move from the Student Services Center (to be renamed East Bartlett Hall) to Gilchrist; description of services provided in the Student Services Center; photo.
84	Health Center to move to Dancer Northern Iowan 100:37, p.1	02/17/2004	Health Center to move temporarily to Dancer Hall while their current building is under construction; details of the renovation are given.
85	What's up Northern Iowan 100:21, p.4	11/11/2003	Meetings and events planned.
86	UNI to host depression screening Oct. 9 Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	10/03/2003	Screenings to take place at the UNI Counseling Center.
87	Credit Education Week to help all students Northern Iowan 100:9, p.1	09/30/2003	UNI Financial Aid office, Counseling Center, Department of Residence, Iowa State Extension Office, and John Deere Community Credit Union are sponsoring week of advice for whatever money situation students may be in.
88	Come one come all!; Counseling Center offers solutions to daily problems Northern Iowan 100:2, p.13	09/05/2003	Encourages students to sign up for free clinics and workshops throughout the semester.
89	College life: a guide for new UNI students; three important health tips to keep handy while you're away from home Northern Iowan 100:1, p.13	08/29/2003	Encourages students to deal with stress through the Counseling Center, stay active to ward off the Freshman 15, and get plenty of sleep; photo.
90	Center providing new perspectives Northern Iowan 99:36, p.9	02/14/2003	Counseling Center will offer workshops to teach students how to maintain emotional and mental health.
91	UNI participates in National Alcohol Screening Abuse Day, Thursday, April 18 Public Relations News Release 2001:440, p.1	04/12/2002	The Counseling Center and Substance Abuse Services will provide alcohol screening in Room 103 of the WRC.
92	Plethora of student health options available at UNI Northern Iowan 98:36, p.10	02/15/2002	The Student Health Advisory Committee of UNI comments on Allen Hospital's new women's health center, and the wide variety of health services at UNI.
93	Student workshops Northern Iowan 98:30, p.3	01/25/2002	Spring 2002 programs at the Counseling Center are announced.
94	UNI to participate in National Depression Screening Day Public Relations News Release 2001:133, p.1	10/03/2001	National Depression Screening Day will give participants the chance to learn about depression and to take part in a free screening.
95	Getting help on national depression screening day Public Relations News Release 2000:96, p.1	10/02/2000	The UNI Counseling Center takes part in screening for depression.
96	New group dedicated to cancer victims Northern Iowan 97:8, p.9	09/22/2000	A cancer support group is formed on campus; photo.
97	Activities for Alcohol Screening Day set Northern Iowan 96:51, p.2	04/14/2000	Program for Alcohol Screening Day to be held.
98	National Alcohol Screening Day activities set at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1999:358, p.1	04/12/2000	UNI's Substance Abuse Services and Counseling Center will host National Alcohol Screening Day, April 18.
99	Here's the skinny on holiday eating pressures Northern Iowan 96:26, p.11	12/03/1999	Counseling Center offers a workshop and additional help to those concerned about their body weight and the upcoming holidays; photo.
100	National Depression Screening Day Northern Iowan 96:11, p.2	10/05/1999	Mental health professionals will offer students, staff, faculty, and the community the opportunity to learn about depression and participate in a free screening.