Curris--Constantine William [President of UNI]

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401	Mcelroy trust announces $500,000 grant for University of Northern Iowa youth leadership studies program. Public Relations News Release 1988:467, p.1	05/08/1989	UNI's youth leadership studies program is affliliated with American Humanics , a national, not for profit organization that works with universities to develop professional leaders for national youth organiztions and human service agencies.
402	University of Northern Iowa marching band loses veteran member with graduation. Public Relations News Release 1988:462, p.1	05/03/1989	Steve Engelman, who has attended Northern Iowa for seven years, is also a seven-year band member of the marching band will be graduating this May.
403	31st annual recognition breakfast May 6 to honor 30 long-term University of Northern Iowa employees. Public Relations News Release 1988:458, p.1	05/02/1989	University employees, both instructional and non-instructional, who have retired after accumulating at least 10 years of service, will be honored. List of persons to be honored.
404	University of Northern Iowa names new vice president and provost Public Relations News Release 1988:455, p.1	05/01/1989	Nancy Marlin selected as vice president for academic affairs and provost. Constantine Curris says, "Marlin understands the issues facing higher education in Iowa and throughout the country."
405	Peace, understanding needed in world today Northern Iowan 85:55, p.5	04/28/1989	Excerpts from remarks by President Curris at reception.
406	World comes together Northern Iowan 85:54, p.1	04/25/1989	President Curris attends reception for international students; photo.
407	Court addresses election Northern Iowan 85:53, p.1	04/21/1989	Court holds question and answer session regarding controversial election.
408	Armstrong's case to be heard tonight Northern Iowan 85:52, p.1	04/18/1989
409	Forged signatures and duplications are issue Northern Iowan 85:52, p.2	04/18/1989	Election Commission outlines position on election controversy.
410	Supreme Court's actions explained Northern Iowan 85:52, p.2	04/18/1989	Gary Snider explains how the court got to the current position.
411	International friendship gathering at University of Northern Iowa Sunday (April 23) to celebrate 'Peace and Unity in a World of Diversity.' Public Relations News Release 1988:425, p.1	04/17/1989	International students representing 46 countries, will come together to celebrate the first annual world-get-together. Main goal of the reception, "is to begin to build bridges across languages, cultures and ideologies¿"
412	Continuance granted on Court hearing Northern Iowan 85:51, p.1	04/14/1989	Court will meet with President Curris.
413	Curris at Noehren Northern Iowan 85:50, p.2	04/11/1989	Thanks President Curris for appearing at Noehren Hall.
414	Lindquists honored for school donation. Public Relations News Release 1988:402, p.1	04/10/1989	The Lindquist family donated the 109 year old one-room school to Northern Iowa in 1987. The school was located south of Laurens in Pocahontas County.
415	Curris addresses Noehren residents Northern Iowan 85:49, p.1	04/07/1989	President Curris offers views on a variety of subjects at informal meeting.
416	No intent to usurp UNISA Northern Iowan 85:49, p.2	04/07/1989	Believes it was necessary for President Curris to step into the UNISA election controversy.
417	U.S. west foundation announces $170,400 gift to University of Northern Iowa foundations for minorities in teaching program. Public Relations News Release 1988:396, p.1	04/07/1989	Minorities in Teaching program is a long term plan which had been developed in response to current and future demographic trends. Currently only one percent of teacher's in Iowa are from a minority group, compared to over five times that many students.
418	Curris plans coup d'etat of UNISA? Northern Iowan 85:47, p.2	03/31/1989	Unhappy with President Curris's intervention in UNISA election controversy.
419	University of Northern Iowa Marshall Center School dedication April 8. Public Relations News Release 1988:383, p.1	03/31/1989	The dedication for the school, constructed in 1880 and used in Pocahontas County country school from 1898 to 1944, will include remarks by William Lepley. The school will be open for veiwing following the dedication ceremony.
420	Armstrong appeals verdict; as UNISA gives its ruling Northern Iowan 85:46, p.1	03/17/1989	President Curris cancels scheduled election; says that Senate may not recognize a winner in the recent election; but does not certify Jay Armstrong as winner.
421	Pres. Curris speaks out Northern Iowan 85:46, p.1	03/17/1989	President Curris cancels new election; concerned about public perception of recent election controversy.
422	Two visiting scholars from the People's Republic of China are studying in the University of Northern Iowa's Department of Physics. Public Relations News Release 1988:346, p.1	03/14/1989	Both Li You Cheng and Wei Chunfang hope to gain more expertise in their respective areas of study as well as a better understanding of the United States.
423	"Topping out" on the Classroom/Office Building on the University of Northern Iowa campus took place March 2. Public Relations News Release 1988:332, p.1	03/02/1989	Paul Uselding saluted the vision of Northern Iowa President Curris and administrative leaders four years ago in beginning the plans for the structure.
424	Classroom/ Office Building was hoisted into place "in style" Thursday (March 2) morning, in a "topping out" ceremony. Public Relations News Release 1988:332, p.1	03/02/1989	Signifying completion of framework and its sound structure. Among those watching below were President Curris and Paul Uselding.
425	"Topping Out" on University of Northern Iowa Classroom/Office Building. Public Relations News Release 1988:330, p.1	03/01/1989	Progress is continuing on the new Classroom-Office Building, with steel framework nearly completed. The one remaining beam to be set, at the southeast corner of the structure, will be put in place in a brief "ceremony."
426	Come clean, Curris Northern Iowan 85:40, p.2	02/24/1989	Would like to know if President Curris is looking for another job.
427	Curris to host reception Northern Iowan 85:40, p.5	02/24/1989	Will hold reception for seniors.
428	Senior Week activities planned for week of Mar. 5-10 at Northern Iowa. Public Relations News Release 1988:318, p.1	02/24/1989	Students purchasing a $3 senior discount card will gain free admittance to many Senior Week activities and receive over 25 special discounts from area merchants through May 13. Activities begin Sunday with a wine and cheese reception hosted by Curris.
429	Chinese dignitary, hosted by UNI, to discuss commerce and exchange possibilities. Public Relations News Release 1988:311, p.1	02/22/1989	Wei Shanmei will be spending two weeks in Iowa meeting with government, business, agriculture and university leaders in order to discuss possible trade and exchange between Iowa and Guangxi.
430	Audit firm looks at program duplication Northern Iowan 85:38, p.1	02/17/1989	Peat Marwick & Main chooses business, education, engineering, journalism, and home economics as areas for further study.
431	Northern Iowa awards degrees to 520 fall graduates. Public Relations News Release 1988:242, p.1	01/13/1989	List of graduates, their hometowns, degree received and major.
432	Intercollegiate academics competition- not athletic competition- possible through special program at University of Northern Iowa. Public Relations News Release 1988:224, p.1	12/22/1988	The Intercollegiate Academics Fund promotes and supports academic experiences for UNI students and groups. Projects funded include programs in many fields of study.
433	Two University of Northern Iowa students receive J.S. Latta Scholarships. Public Relations News Release 1988:223, p.1	12/22/1988	Jeffery Rathmell received a $500 cash scholarship for his competence in General Biology I and II and for his overall competence. Kaye Jager received a $90 J.S. Latta Undergarduate Research Grant.
434	University of Northern Iowa names recipients of presidential scholarships. Public Relations News Release 1988:221, p.1	12/22/1988	List of students recieveing the four-year full-ride scholarship. Students must maintain academic excellence.
435	Regents approve appointment, hear reports for University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1988:213, p.1	12/15/1988	Regents received reports on international programs and energy conservation efforts. Regents approved new catalog department head in the University Library.
436	University of Northern Iowa commencement to be at 1 P.M. Saturday, Dec. 17. Public Relations News Release 1988:203, p.1	12/08/1988	President Constantine Curris will confer degrees on the students, who will include four doctor of education recipients.
437	Executive advisory council for University of Northern Iowa school of business to meet Friday (Dec. 9) on Cedar Falls campus. Public Relations News Release 1988:200, p.1	12/07/1988	Paul Uselding has appointed 10 members to the council. The council will focus on strengthening placement efforts, student internship and co-op programs, recruitment of minorities for careers in business.
438	'Elvis Lives' wins UNI College Bowl Tournament; all-star team to be chosen for regional competition. Public Relations News Release 1988:0, p.1	11/29/1988	College Bowl teams competed for toss-up questions, covering a vast array of subjects, by buzzing in quickly with correct answers. Winners received Hardee's gift certificates.
439	Iowa Boy talks about column Northern Iowan 85:26, p.3	11/29/1988	Interview with DMR writer Chuck Offenburger; photo.
440	Curris discusses issues with faculty Northern Iowan 85:25, p.1	11/22/1988	President Curris speaks to the faculty about the selection of a new Provost.
441	Traditional Maucker Union Tree Lighting cermony and arts and crafts sale set for Dec. 1 (Thursday.) Public Relations News Release 1988:183, p.1	11/21/1988	The program will include performances by the UNI Women's Chorus and children from the Joan Talty School of Dance. Carols will be sung outdoors. The tree light will be illuminated by Constantine Curris.
442	Northern Iowa student, Dave Mable, named to American Humanics National Board of Directors. Public Relations News Release 1988:157, p.1	11/11/1988	Dave Mable, a senior at UNI, expresses his future goals of the American Humanics program at UNI and nationally.
443	Northern Iowa's Dave Mable named as one of only two students to American Humanics National Board. Public Relations News Release 1988:157, p.1	11/11/1988	Dave Mable a recreation major. American Humanics program is to support and cooperate with voluntary youth and human service agencies by educating students about working with volunteers in nonprofit organizations.
444	University of Northern Iowa foundation names new trustees. Public Relations News Release 1988:156, p.1	11/10/1988	New trustees are Charles Grassley, Rex Eno, Lee Liu, Joan Poe and Martha Ellen Tye. Officers elected were: Robert Beach, LeRoy Redfern, J. Joe Mitchell and Gary Shontz.
445	Walton offered new position at university Northern Iowan 85:12, p.1	10/07/1988	Don Walton offered position as research specialist.
446	SOB seeks accreditation; several changes to occur as result Northern Iowan 85:11, p.1	10/04/1988	Dean Uselding talks at length about the accreditation process.
447	Decision of Curris regarding grievance lodged against the University by Donald R. Walton. Public Relations News Release 1988:84, p.1	10/03/1988	Aaron Wolff's findings revolved around the issue of whether UNI offered Donald Walton alternative employment, when terminated in 1984. He concluded "UNI has not carried its burden of proving that alternative employment was offered to Grievant.
448	Lux service medallion awards given. Public Relations News Release 1988:72, p.1	09/26/1988	Two UNI May 1988 graduates are the recipients of the UNI Lux Service Medallion for service to the University and excellence in scholarship. Christine Albaugh from Marion and Lynn Boyce from Carroll were selected from 50 nominees for the top award.
449	University of Northern Iowa plans an 'Under the Big Top' Homecoming celebration. Public Relations News Release 1988:60, p.1	09/20/1988	Homecoming pep rally chairperson, Alyson Earney, a junior from Marshalltown, pins the traditional Homecoming button on UNI President Constantine Curris , kicking off 1988 Homecoming festivites.
450	Northern Iowa enrollment pushes figure toward the limit. Public Relations News Release 1988:45, p.1	09/13/1988	New freshman increased 7.3%, new transfer increased 12.6%. Fall enrollment is 11472 and enrollment limitation is 11500. Curris told faculty, "The strong enrollment attests to your good work. If progress continues, we should consider lifting the cap."
451	Arbitrator supports Walton's UNI return Northern Iowan 85:4, p.1	09/09/1988	Arbitrator says that Don Walton should be offered back pay and a $50,000 job; President Curris must consider if he will accept the decision.
452	Branstad at ground-breaking Northern Iowan 85:3, p.1	09/02/1988	Governor Branstad shakes hands with President Curris; photo.
453	Enrollment cap hurts ethnic diversity at UNI Northern Iowan 85:3, p.1	09/02/1988	President Curris speaks at length to the faculty about the enrollment cap.
454	'¿And the winner by a shovelful is¿'(Northern Iowa School of Bussiness ground-breaking) Public Relations News Release 1988:26, p.1	09/01/1988	The $10.2 million dollar building, scheduled for occupancy by fall of 1990, the largest undergraduate business school in the state.
455	'Remembering its past while looking to its future' the University of Northern Iowa broke ground Wednesday (Aug. 31) for its School of Bussiness Public Relations News Release 1988:28, p.1	09/01/1988	When completed, it will be home to the largest undergraduate business school in the state.
456	Shovels 'at the ready' for School of Business ground breaking on University of Northern Iowa. Public Relations News Release 1988:27, p.1	09/01/1988	Short cermony for the School of Business Classrooms/Office. Work on the building began last month for the building and scheduled to br occupied by the fall of 1990.
457	State's and University leaders participate in School of Business. Public Relations News Release 1988:27, p.1	09/01/1988	Curris gave thanks to Terry Branstad and area legislators for help make the School of Business Classroom/Office Building a reailty.
458	University of Northern Iowa beaks ground for school of bussiness classroom/office building Public Relations News Release 1988:26, p.1	09/01/1988	Particaping in the ceremony were Gov. Terry Branstad, Marvin Pomerantz, Percy Harris, James Tyler, Constantine Curris, and Charles Duchen.
459	Curris greets students Northern Iowan 85:2, p.2	08/30/1988	Brief welcome.
460	Ground-break scheduled for Wednesday Northern Iowan 85:2, p.7	08/30/1988	Will hold ceremony for start of new Business Building.
461	Soviets visit UNI, get taste of Iowa Northern Iowan 85:1, p.6	08/26/1988	Group from Stavropol visits campus; photo.
462	UNI caps enrollment Northern Iowan 85:1, p.1	08/26/1988	Will cap enrollment at 11,500.
463	Ground breaking for Northern Iowa's new classroom-office building set for Aug. 31. Public Relations News Release 1988:10, p.1	08/25/1988	Building to serve the School of Business. The building has a proposed budget of 10.2 million dollars and will be 100,000 square feet. Curris will begin the groundbreaking ceremony.
464	Degrees awarded to 450 Northern Iowa summer graduates. Public Relations News Release 1988:6, p.1	08/23/1988	List of graduates at Summer Commencement held July 29.
465	University of Northern Iowa summer Commencement scheduled for 7:30 pm July 29. Public Relations News Release 1988:505, p.1	07/20/1988	President Curris will confer degrees in the Dome; list of Purple and Old Gold Award winners.
466	Planning committee for performing arts center to serve needs of community, university appointed by northern iowa's curris Public Relations News Release 1988:496, p.1	07/14/1988	Constantine W. Curris says that the establishment of a performing arts center can be achieved by cooperative effort between the University and Waterloo and Cedar Falls.
467	Hearsts leave UNI largest-ever gift Northern Iowan 84:62, p.1	06/24/1988	Hearsts leave $600,000 to establish endowed chair; photo.
468	Northern Iowa receives largest gift ($600,000) from late Iowa poet James Hearst and wife Meryl. Public Relations News Release 1988:476, p.1	06/17/1988	The funds will be used to establish the Meryl Norton Hearst Endowed Chair in the UNI College of Humanities and Fine Arts in memory of Hearst's wife of thirty years. James Hearst was a professor of creative writing at the University from 1941-1975.
469	Grassley papers to be housed in Northern Iowa's Rod Library. Public Relations News Release 1988:460, p.1	06/03/1988	Official dedication ceremonies were held Thursday (June 2) on the University of Northern Iowa campus as U.S. Senator Charles Grassley designated the University's Donald O. Rod Library as the official repository of his public papers.
470	'Golden Class' celebrating with special reunion events on campus. Public Relations News Release 1988:426, p.1	05/12/1988	UNI class of 1938 is celebrating its "Golden Reunion," with 60 class members. Schedule of events and list of the members.
471	Northern Iowa to graduate more than 1,100 May 14 in UNI Dome. Public Relations News Release 1988:421, p.1	05/06/1988	More than 1,100 students who have completed their undergraduate and graduate studies during the spring semester will receive their degrees on May 14. The student address will be delivered by Robert Richard Hauser.
472	More than 500 Price Lab, Black Hawk Elementary students to be 'partners' for prairie project day Wednesday. Public Relations News Release 1988:404, p.1	04/29/1988	"Prairie Project Day" was organized to help improve the educational experience for the children by providing activities outside the regular classroom.
473	30th annual recognition breakfast May 7 to honor 23 long term Northern Iowa employees. Public Relations News Release 1988:397, p.1	04/26/1988	The University of Northern Iowa will honor its long-term employees who have retired or resigned within the 1987-88 fiscal year, at 30th annual Recognition Breakfast.
474	Three bands to play at Spring Fest '88 Northern Iowan 84:55, p.1	04/22/1988	A detailed look at the program.
475	Tom Pettit to receive honorary degree from University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1987:388, p.1	04/21/1988	The Board of Regents approves the granting of the Doctor of Humane Letters degree to NBC correspondent, Tom Petitt, at the spring commencement ceremonies. Pettit has been the recipient of the Alumni Achievement Award, and several awards in his field.
476	Lux Service Medallion nominations taken for outstanding UNI service by students Public Relations News Release 1987:334, p.1	03/31/1988	Nominations are accepted for the Lux Service Award. Students must hold a 3.0 grade point average, with at least forty completed credit hours. Winners are recognized during the Homecoming ceremony.
477	Northern Iowa Physical Plant crew working to find, repair fuel leak Public Relations News Release 1987:321, p.1	03/22/1988	The Department of Natural Resources discovers an oil leak in Power Plant No. 2, discharging fuel from a storm sewer. Duane Anders and Professor Rick Stinchfield commit all possible resources to correcting the leak.
478	Northern Iowa/China teacher training center closer to reality: Local team to survey needs of Chinese middle schools Public Relations News Release 1987:301, p.1	03/08/1988	Professors Jonathan Lu, Richard Newell, Greg Stefanich, Dennis Sinclair, and Lawrence Kavich travel to China to work with the Guangxi Education Department to retrain teachers and administrators in the region.
479	Tom Pettit receives Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Northern Iowa Nonpareil 72:2, p.27	03/01/1988	NBC broadcaster and UNI alumnus honored; biographical sketch; photo.
480	Curris discusses Regents seat, financial aid, boiler Northern Iowan 84:41, p.3	02/26/1988	Does not favor a student seat on the Board of Regents; believes tuition is too high; supports higher faculty salaries; opposes so-called "dead week".
481	University of Northern Iowa boiler problems bring 'cool-down' to campus Public Relations News Release 1987:281, p.1	02/24/1988	A boiler malfunction in Physical Plant No. 2 causes temperature drops of fifteen degrees in buildings across campus. Duane Anders explains that available steam must be redirected to high priority buildings, namely residence halls and dining centers.
482	Minority role models needed in classrooms to encourage education careers, Northern Iowa's Curris tells legislative panel Public Relations News Release 1987:250, p.1	02/04/1988	President Constantine Curris speaks before the Joint Subcommittee on Educational Appropriations on the need for minority educators in Iowa schools. James Martin supports the Board of Regents' plan to increase minority recruitment in education.
483	Northern Iowa names recipients of prestigious presidential scholarships Public Relations News Release 1987:177, p.1	12/16/1987	The Presidential Scholars board selects the third class of high school seniors to receive the four-year Presidential Scholar awards. Professor Robert Talbott leads the selection committee. Recipients are listed.
484	Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 84:29, p.2	12/11/1987	President Curris and wife pose for Christmas portraits and reflect on cartoon.
485	University of Northern Iowa names Geadelmann new director of state relations Public Relations News Release 1987:171, p.1	12/10/1987	The Board of Regents names Professor Patricia Geadelmann the director of state relations. Geadelmann maintains here rank as a faculty member of the department of physical education, and vice president of academic affairs.
486	Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 84:28, p.2	12/08/1987	Ducks of Prexy's Pond make another attack on President Curris by tampering with Christmas lights.
487	Happy holidays Northern Iowan 84:28, p.16	12/08/1987	Crowd enjoys tree lighting.
488	'Outhouse Mafia' hits Curris' lawn Northern Iowan 84:27, p.1	12/04/1987	Chuck Offenburger of the DMR delivers an outhouse to President Curris; photo.
489	Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 84:27, p.2	12/04/1987	Outhouse from Chuck Offenburger sits on President Curris' lawn.
490	Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 84:26, p.2	11/24/1987	President Curris continues negotiations with the ducks of Prexy's Pond.
491	Traditional Maucker Union tree lighting ceremony set Dec. 3 (Thursday) Public Relations News Release 1987:153, p.1	11/23/1987	The annual tree lighting ceremony is held in Maucker Union, with performances from the Women's and Gospel Choirs, and a reading of the Christmas Story by Gretta Berghammer. Master of ceremonies is Drake Martin.
492	Allnighter's Club Northern Iowan 84:25, p.2	11/20/1987	President Curris negotiates with the ducks of Prexy's Pond.
493	Deno; the legend lives on Northern Iowan 84:23, p.2	11/13/1987	President Curris negotiates with the ducks of Prexy's Pond.
494	Deno; the legend lives on Northern Iowan 84:22, p.2	11/10/1987	Features President Curris chatting with ISU president about tuition increases.
495	Top Duck Northern Iowan 84:21, p.2	11/06/1987	Prexy's Pond ducks continue attacks on President Curris.
496	Girl Scouts to celebrate 75 years Northern Iowan 84:19, p.16	10/30/1987	Description of celebration.
497	Top Duck Northern Iowan 84:19, p.2	10/30/1987	Ducks of Prexy's Pond continue their attacks on President Curris.
498	Top Duck Northern Iowan 84:18, p.2	10/27/1987	After the ducks from Prexy's Pond attacked their bedlinens, President Curris and his wife stay at a hotel.
499	Schoolhouse will soon make move to campus Northern Iowan 84:17, p.10	10/23/1987	A look at the ceremony near Laurens; building should be moved to campus by end of month; photo.
500	Top Duck Northern Iowan 84:17, p.2	10/23/1987	Ducks of Prexy's Pond attack President Curris' laundry.