Department of Home Economics

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1	Alumni House, Honors Cottage saved from demolition at BOR meeting Northern Iowan 118:21, p.1	11/08/2021	The Alumni House and Honors Cottage have been saved from demolition for the moment, though it can be brought up again at the next Board of Regents meeting in February; photo.
2	The history of the Alumni House Northern Iowan 118:17, p.5	10/25/2021	The Alumni House has been home to many different offices and people over the years; photo.
3	Accreditation and celebration A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.28	07/01/1995	The Teachers College is recognized and accredited by national organizations; several surveys of the work of the college are undertaken; the college celebrates its 60th anniversary; photo.
4	Regents approve request to limit enrollment; University can't grow without needed resources Northern Iowan 88:46, p.1	03/24/1992	Also approves Home Economics Department name change; receives proposal to raise room and board rates $174; receives notification of continued accreditation of Leisure Services Division of HPELS.
5	What's in a name? Campus News Network 2:13, p.2	03/09/1992	Department of Home Economics will change name to Department of Design, Family and Consumer Sciences.
6	Regents consider name change in home economics department Northern Iowan 88:41, p.6	02/28/1992	Change request referred to committee; approve budget for renovation of University Hall in Union.
7	Regents consider departmental name change, approve renovation projects for University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1991:413, p.1	02/20/1992	Board of Regents approves renovations and considers other changes at UNI.
8	Three majors eliminated to ease budget woes Northern Iowa Today 75:2, p.21	01/01/1992	Vocational home economics major, graduate program in industrial technology education, and business education graduate program are dropped; other cuts and reorganizations also announced in attempt to meet enrollment surge.
9	Faculty Senate passes motion that may exempt out-of-state students from enrollment cap Northern Iowan 88:28, p.1	12/13/1991	Also considers request for name change for Department of Home Economics.
10	Curris recommends elimination of three academic majors due to 'the budget mess in the state capital' Northern Iowan 88:27, p.1	12/10/1991	President Curris reluctantly makes recommendations in home economics, industrial technology, and business education.
11	University of Northern Iowa to recommend elimination of three academic majors; budget "mess" forces other program eliminations and reductions Public Relations News Release 1991:266, p.1	12/05/1991	President Curris has recommended to the Board of Regents that following majors be dropped: vocational home economics, graduate program in industrial technology education, and the business education graduate program. Other cuts are listed.
12	Marlin proposes cuts in seven academic majors Northern Iowan 88:24, p.1	11/22/1991	Would also cut summer session program.
13	University of Northern Iowa student awarded scholarship from the Department of Home Economics Public Relations News Release 1991:112, p.1	10/03/1991	Winner of the Letitia Walsh Scholarship is announced.
14	Unique buying opportunity for University of Northern Iowa senior from Dubuque. Public Relations News Release 1991:51, p.1	09/10/1991	Dawn Huseman sees the results of fashion merchandising buying trip.
15	Interior design students have opportunity to study in Europe Northern Iowan 87:17, p.8	10/30/1990	Interior design students can study in Paris or London as part of two-week study tour.
16	Home economics award two graduate scholarships Northern Iowan 87:14, p.5	10/19/1990	Carol Gustafson and Vivian Quinn were awarded the Iowa Home Economics Association scholarship.
17	Home Economics student receives $1000 scholarship Public Relations News Release 1989:540, p.1	04/09/1990	Pamela J. Gibbons is selected as the Letitis Walsh scholarship by the Department of Home Economics. The scholarship is granted to home economics students based on grade point average and their thesis project.
18	Programs lost due to study results Northern Iowan 86:36, p.5	02/09/1990	Graduate program in home economics and program in linguistics lost.
19	Peat Marwick recommends cuts; UNI programs spared Northern Iowa Today 73:2, p.29	01/01/1990	Despite recommendations, Home Economics and the Ed. D. degree will remain.
20	Latham Hall receives a brand new look Northern Iowan 86:25, p.1	12/01/1989	Departments of Home Economics and Earth Science will move into renovated building; photo.
21	At Board of Regents meeting: duplication arguments heard Northern Iowan 86:7, p.1	09/26/1989	UNI representatives present cases in favor of retaining the Department of Home Economics and the Ed. D.
22	Duplication could eliminate home ec program at UNI Northern Iowan 86:4, p.4	09/15/1989	Peat, Marwick, Main report questions value of department; students and faculty believe it serves a worthwhile purpose.
23	Home-ec cuts "shocking" Northern Iowan 85:63, p.5	07/14/1989	Professor Chung reacts to Peat Marwick study.
24	Latham will remodel for new offices Northern Iowan 85:11, p.4	10/04/1988	Departments of Home Economics and Earth Science will be located there.
25	Three UNI graduate students receive home economics scholarships. Public Relations News Release 1988:71, p.1	09/26/1988	Ellen Spurlock, Patrica Higby, and Pamela Ohrt received the scholarships for 1988-1989. Spurlock received the Letitia Walsh scholarship, Higby and Orht received the $500 from the Iowa Home Economics Association.
26	Regents approve Northern Iowa public radio translator for Mason City area, fee schedules, receive SBAC plan, other business Public Relations News Release 1987:225, p.1	01/20/1988	The Board of Regents approves licensing for KHKE-FM's translator to be placed near Mason City. Funding for the translator is provided by the Small Business Assistance Center. The Board also approves tuition and fee schedules.
27	Regents name Geadelmann director of state relations Northern Iowan 84:29, p.1	12/11/1987	Also purchase property at 1216 W. 22nd Street; accepts report re-accrediting Home Economics for ten years; approves road projects.
28	Regents approve road construction project, receive numerous reports from University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1987:172, p.1	12/10/1987	The Board of Regents approves the reconstruction of Campus Street, the purchase of property for use as a parking lot, and the reaccreditation of the home economics department. Professor Ronald Chung retires, and new tenure policies are approved.
29	Entrance requirements for '88 examined; certain departments may lose enrollment with requirements Northern Iowan 84:28, p.9	12/08/1987	Department heads generally support stronger requirements, but enrollment may be affected.
30	New construction slated for June Northern Iowan 84:27, p.4	12/04/1987	Latham Hall will be renovated for the Departments of Earth Science and Home Economics; Business Building construction will get underway.
31	Regents approve academic calendars, business for University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1987:134, p.1	11/11/1987	The Board of Regents approve the revised academic calendars for 1989-90 and 1990-91. Contracts are confirmed for the remodeling of Latham Hall and destruction of Power Plant No. 1.
32	Northern Iowa faculty develop program to help teenagers make sexual decisions Northern Iowa Today 16:1, p.8	09/01/1987	Project PREPARE coordinated by Professors Franken and Budlong; receives grant.
33	Iowa home economists are working to strengthen the changing family unit says UNI professor Public Relations News Release 1987:446, p.1	08/05/1987	Phyllis Conklin explains the role of the Iowa Home Economics Association in improving the quality of life for Iowan families. Conklin focuses on dealing with the issues of teen pregnancy, and caring for the elderly.
34	'Building Family Strengths' facilitators' training to be Aug. 18-19 at Spirit Lake Public Relations News Release 1987:435, p.1	07/17/1987	Professor Mary Franken instructs a course on working with families to build strength and unity. The program will help group leaders develop positive strategies for identifying problems within a family.
35	'Building family strengths' facilitators' training to be June 23-24 at UNI Public Relations News Release 1987:396, p.1	06/09/1987	Professor Mary Franken instructs a training program for family strength counselors in Wright Hall. The program is sponsored by the Division of Continuing Education and Department of Home Economics.
36	Home economics seeks new image Northern Iowan 83:49, p.10	04/03/1987	Phi Upsilon Omicron is sponsoring Home Economics Week to tell people about the curriculum.
37	UNI Home Economics honorary initiates new members Public Relations News Release 1987:260, p.1	03/12/1987	The Beta Nu chapter of Phi Epsilon Omicron initiates seven new members. Professor Mary Franken spoke on the organization's history as the chapter's advisor on Founders Day. Includes a list of new members, with their hometowns.
38	UNI prof to participate in 'World Home Economics Day' proclamation Public Relations News Release 1987:253, p.1	03/11/1987	Professors Phyllis Conklin and Agatha Huepenbecker met with Governor Terry Branstad to formally announce the birth of Home Economics Day, which takes place on the thirteenth of March. Phi Epsilon Omicron, a home economics honorary, celebrated on campus.
39	UNI professor to preside over annual state home economics meeting, April 3-4 Public Relations News Release 1987:255, p.1	03/11/1987	Professor Phyllis Conklin presides over the Iowa Home Economics Association's annual meeting. Professor Joanne Spaide presented a session on nutrition, and Professor Mary Franken presented a session on home economics internships with Lynne Beykirch.
40	What's up Northern Iowan 83:37, p.10	02/13/1987	Meetings and activities.
41	Four UNI students receive Nellie Dickey home economics scholarships Public Relations News Release 1986:148, p.1	12/23/1986	The Department of Home Economics gave away four Nellie Dickey Scholarships based on high scholastic achievement, and contributions to university activities. Recipients were announced by Professor Ronald Chung.
42	Tuition in Iowa schools 'bound to go up': Curris Northern Iowan 83:28, p.3	12/09/1986	President Curris speaks about tuition, admissions standards, plans for Seerley, Wright, and Latham Halls.
43	Three UNI graduate students in Home Ec receive scholarships Public Relations News Release 1987:105, p.1	11/18/1986	Students Judy Wolf, Stephanie Lieder, and Susan Powell were the recipients of the Department of Home Economics scholarships. Awards were distributed based on the students' thesis plans, and academic achievements.
44	Regents name new UNI department head, other business Public Relations News Release 1986:463, p.1	06/19/1986	Ronald Chung was appointed the new head of the Department of Home Economics; suceeds Mary Franken, who resigned to focus on family and research interests; renovation contracts were also approved.
45	Registration open for UNI weekend workshop on human relationships and sexuality April 4 and 5 Public Relations News Release 1986:312, p.1	03/18/1986	The workshop is offered by the UNI Human Sexuality Task Force; the program aims to provide accurate information and dispel common myths and fears.
46	Seven awarded UNI's Nellie Dickey Scholarships Public Relations News Release 1986:299, p.1	03/10/1986	The awards are granted by the Department of Home Economics; the scholarship amounts range from $600 to $1200.
47	Home Economics Alumni Northern Iowan 82:36, p.9	02/18/1986	Will meet.
48	What's Up Northern Iowan 82:35, p.6	02/14/1986	Meetings and activities.
49	Registration open for UNI weekend workshop on human relationships and sexuality Feb. 28-March 2 Public Relations News Release 1986:234, p.1	02/04/1986	This weekend workshop is the second of three sessions planned for this year; the workshop will present accurate information and dispel myths in a non-judgmental setting.
50	Departments' moves halted Northern Iowan 82:22, p.8	11/19/1985	Move of Department of Home Economics and Department of Earth Science into Latham Hall stopped due to shortage of funds.
51	Curris makes decision on continuation of UNI campus projects Public Relations News Release 1985:136, p.1	11/06/1985	Details of the nine to ten campus construction projects underway are given; some projects are being put "on hold," or scaled back due to budget concerns.
52	Registration open for Uni weekend workshop on human sexuality Nov. 15-17 Public Relations News Release 1985:123, p.1	10/31/1985	The workshop is sponsored by Counseling Services, Dept of Home Economics, and Campus Ministry and is the first in a three part series held by the UNI Human Sexuality Task Force; dates/times, fees and workshop details are given.
53	Departments to sponsor tour of Europe Northern Iowan 82:9, p.8	10/01/1985	Melba Widmer talks at length about a trip to the Netherlands, England, and France
54	One out of many Alumnus 70:3, p.22	10/01/1985	Art Building should be complete by end of fall 1985 semester; description of facilities; photo.
55	New department heads at UNI Northern Iowan 82:6, p.6	09/20/1985	Profiles of Vince Faherty, Ron Bro, William Lew, Jim Burrow, and Virgil Noack; photo.
56	New, acting heads in five departments Alumnus 70:2, p.7	07/01/1985	William Lew in Art; Vincent Faherty in Social Work; James Burrow in Information Management; Robley Wilson in English; and Virgil Noack in Home Economics.
57	Spring womenswear bold--menswear relaxed Northern Iowan 81:41, p.14	03/08/1985	Home Economics class conducts survey of fashions.
58	Former Home Management House to become new UNI alumni center Alumnus 69:4, p.5	01/01/1985	Department of Home Economics phases out home management program; Alumni Services will move in; photo.
59	Alumni Services offices relocate in home management house Northern Iowa Today 13:1, p.6	12/01/1984	Home Management House, operated by Department of Home Economics, will cease operations in November; building will be renovated and Alumni Services from Gilchrist and Latham will open in January 1985.
60	Home Management House closes Northern Iowan 81:18, p.9	11/06/1984	Will hold closing sale for items in the house; cites declining enrollment in home economics teaching program; building will be renovated for Alumni Services.
61	Tours offered Northern Iowan 81:10, p.10	10/05/1984	Continuing Education will offer tours to London and Paris.
62	Gifts to Home Economics, Art from Neva Radell, '17 Alumnus 68:2, p.4	07/01/1984	Dr. Radell donates display cases, cash; photo.
63	Outstanding seniors Northern Iowan 80:54, p.9	04/24/1984	Patricia Babcock and Joyce Platte honored by Department of Home Economics.
64	Where is 'he' in home ec? Northern Iowan 80:49, p.2	04/06/1984	Ann Wellendorf feels more men should enroll in home economics courses.
65	Annual "Spring Thing" Celebration Northern Iowan 80:48, p.8	04/03/1984	Will honor home economics graduates.
66	Professional effectiveness discussed Northern Iowan 80:45, p.6	03/23/1984	Excerpts from remarks by Jan Baller; photo.
67	Career seminar Northern Iowan 80:44, p.3	03/20/1984	Offered by Department of Home Economics.
68	News Notes Northern Iowan 80:44, p.3	03/20/1984	UNI will debate Macalester; Marcel and Michaela Pop-Cornis will speak to Delta Kappa Gamma; Robert Ross will speak on Black Hawk County politics; Jan Baller will speak on career development.
69	New majors approved UNI Century 12:1, p.3	12/01/1983	Regents approve majors in family services, natural interpretation, and counseling.
70	Media can help in promoting a positive image in public relations Northern Iowan 80:19, p.7	11/04/1983	Nina Swan speaks; photo.
71	What's Up Northern Iowan 80:17, p.5	10/28/1983	Meetings and activities; Overeaters Anonymous.
72	Home computers "vital" Northern Iowan 80:14, p.9	10/18/1983	Predict vital role of computers in home; photo.
73	Three bachelor's degrees approved by Regents Northern Iowan 80:8, p.5	09/23/1983	New programs in family services, natural interpretation, and counseling approved.
74	Iowa Board of Regents approves jazz minor, 46 new courses Northern Iowan 80:1, p.7	08/26/1983	Detailed look at curricular changes including addition of degrees in translation, biotechnology, dietetics, and vocational technical education, and a jazz minor..
75	Job seekers: stress positive Northern Iowan 79:44, p.3	03/29/1983	Workshop for home economics students.
76	Good job outlook for home ec graduates Northern Iowan 79:28, p.10	01/21/1983	Lengthy look at job prospects.
77	Home economics accreditation Northern Iowan 79:24, p.18	12/03/1982	Accreditation will continue for five years.
78	Response to quiz Northern Iowan 79:23, p.2	11/23/1982	Several students believe a recent quiz in the Northern Iowan unfairly stereotyped home economics majors.
79	Home Ec means business Northern Iowan 78:38, p.4	02/26/1982	Will hold seminar on careers.
80	It's not a lab, it's a real house Northern Iowan 78:37, p.13	02/23/1982	A look at the home economics program in the Home Management House.
81	What's up Northern Iowan 78:32, p.3	02/05/1982	Meetings and activities.
82	Students initiated into UNI Home Economics honorary Public Relations News Release 1981:93, p.1	10/13/1981	Beta Nu Chapter of Phi Upsilon Omicron announces new members.
83	Two area residents receive UNI home economics scholarships Public Relations News Release 1981:48, p.1	09/18/1981	Marilyn Feazell and Lynne Beykirch have received scholarships for their studies; Feazell's award comes from the Letitia Walsh scholarship, while Beykirch's comes from the Iowa Home Economics Association Scholarship.
84	Seminar on costumes Northern Iowan 78:2, p.4	09/01/1981	Professor Megivern will teach course on care and use of historic costume.
85	Montessori workshop to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 1980:600, p.1	05/14/1981	A workshop using the Montessori Method will be held this summer at UNI. Participants may earn two credit hours of graduate or undergraduate credit. The registration fee is $175, of which $75 is due at registration. Dormitory housing is available also.
86	Home ec brain drain? Alumnus 66:1, p.21	02/01/1981	Home Economics faculty attempts to meet changing needs as women students are drawn to fields formerly closed to them.
87	Home management program--training better teachers since 1909 Alumnus 66:1, p.16	02/01/1981	History of home economics courses and home management facilities at UNI; photo.
88	Home economics is competitive Northern Iowan 77:21, p.4	11/18/1980	Mary Franken talks at length about the modern home economics curriculum.
89	Career options may affect home economics enrollments: says UNI professor Public Relations News Release 1980:200, p.1	11/07/1980	The Department of Home Economics wants to prepare students for jobs after college.
90	Home economics awards scholarships Northern Iowan 77:17, p.9	11/04/1980	Ruth Hatch and Jill Lynch receive scholarships.
91	Solar workshop Northern Iowan 76:55, p.5	05/06/1980	A solar energy workshop will be held this summer, sponsored by UNI's home economics department.
92	Fashions from the past Northern Iowan 76:54, p.3	05/02/1980	A fashion show of costumes from the 1800s to 1920s will be shown in Wright Hall.
93	200 items in home economics department's costume collection Northern Iowan 76:49, p.6	04/15/1980	The Department of Home Economics has over two hundred items in its historic costume collection; photo.
94	Increased home ec enrollment poses space problems at Wright Northern Iowan 76:30, p.4	01/29/1980	Mary Franken reports that there is a need for additional lecture rooms, laboratories, and office space.
95	Workshop to explore sexuality Northern Iowan 76:19, p.4	11/13/1979	The Human Sexuality Task Force will host a weekend workshop on human sexual attitudes.
96	Home Ec hosts energy workshop Northern Iowan 75:56, p.4	06/08/1979	A home economics energy workshop will be offered by the Home Economics Department.
97	College of Business and Behavioral Science Honoraries Old Gold 0:0, p.19	06/01/1979	Members of the honorary societies from the College of Business and Behavioral Science.
98	Home Economics Old Gold 0:0, p.16	06/01/1979	Home Economics Department does more than cooking and sewing. Students learn to look for changes in consumer products and use laboratory facilities, food, clothing and nursery school with an observation booth; photo.
99	Costume collection--a solution for old clothing items in the attic UNI Century 7:2, p.6	03/01/1979	Professor Jo Megivern develops costume collection for department study.
100	Canada says 'hello' to Saudi Arabia Northern Iowan 74:59, p.1	06/23/1978	Professor Canada will go to Saudi Arabia as head of microbiology team; photo.