Department of Mathematics

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Vox Pop: What is your biggest pet peeve about UNI? Northern Iowan 119:51, p.5	04/17/2023	Emma Criswell interviews five UNI students to learn their biggest pet peeves about UNI. The students interviewed are Sean Brown, Maddison Hofmann, Caleb Shea, Damian Rivera, and Madison Hansen; photos.
2	What's really meant by mathematics? Northern Iowan 112:20, p.4	11/05/2015	In the author's opinion, the field of mathematics is largely misunderstood. Moeller discusses how mathematics is focused on problem-solving, making arguments, and exploring structure; photo.
3	Math major doesn't know either Northern Iowan 11:46, p.4	04/02/2015	Satire article about being a math major; photo.
4	Data mining and business analytics lecture at UNI Public Relations News Release 2014:220, p.1	03/27/2015	Johannes Ledolter, professor in the Department of Management Sciences at the University of Iowa, will visit UNI to present the annual Hari Shankar Memorial Lecture, April 7, in Lantz Auditorium, McCollum Science Hall, Room 137.
5	Lecture explores 4-dimensional sculpting Public Relations News Release 2013:213, p.1	03/24/2014	Henry Segerman, from Oklahoma State University's Department of Mathematics, will give his lecture, "How to Make Sculptures of 4-Dimensional Things". This lecture is the annual Hari Shankar Memorial Lecture. The lecture is free and open to the public.
6	Former professors give millions to UNI Northern Iowan 108:55, p.1	06/08/2012	Former Dean of the College of Business, Robert Waller, and former mathematics professor, Bonnie Litwiller, make large gifts to the university; photo.
7	Math Club Partnership brings opportunities to high school students Northern Iowan 107:24, p.1	11/19/2010	The Math Club meets each Monday afternoon for two hours at West High School. Members use this time to assist high school students with homework or preparation for the ACT; photo.
8	UNI faculty, staff receive 2008 Regents Excellence Awards Public Relations News Release 2008:271, p.1	12/11/2008	The awards are presented annually to faculty and to staff members in the professional and scientific ranks, and biennially to a member of the supervisory/confidential merit personnel, who have demonstrated outstanding professional contributions.
9	Two retired UNI math profs author more than 1,000 articles Public Relations News Release 2008:12, p.1	08/14/2008	David Duncan and Bonnie Litwiller, who retired in 2005 and 2003, respectively, during a 40-year collaboration, write about applications of mathematics concepts that can be used in the classroom, particularly at the middle school and secondary level.
10	College deans welcome new students Northern Iowan 104:54, p.	05/02/2008	Discovery is at the heart of the College of Natural Sciences.
11	UNI participates in math boot camp Public Relations News Release 2007:78, p.1	07/27/2007	Six undergraduate students completed an eight-week summer session in mathematics.
12	UNI math department helps U. S. Department of Defense Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	05/09/2007	Mathematics teachers from the U. S. Department of Defense Dependent Schools depend on mathematics education faculty at the University of Northern Iowa.
13	UNI professors address innovative teaching methods for pre-K through 12 mathematics Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/30/2007	Ed Rathmell has developed a new way to organize mathematics curriculum called a "distributed curriculum."
14	UNI mathematics department presents "Integration Bee" contest Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/04/2007	The "Integration Bee" will be held Monday, April 9 and is open to UNI students, local community college students, and area high school students.
15	UNI honors Syed Kirmani for outstanding research Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	11/22/2006	Syed Kirmani received the Donald N. McKay Facuty Research Award.
16	UNI mathematics department hosting web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	09/13/2006	Iowa and Illinois high school students and UNI students may participate in the Wright Challenge, a web-accessible mathematics contest.
17	Monday, April 10 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	04/10/2006	Etiquette Dinner will be hosted; John Nash will speak on mathematics; "The Harvest of Echoes" will be performed by Julie Josephson.
18	"A Beautiful Mind" to speak in Lang Hall Northern Iowan 102:49, p.3	04/07/2006	John Nash will speak.
19	Mathematician and Nobel Prize winner, John Nash, to deliver lecture at UNI Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	04/04/2006	John Nash, renowned mathematician will deliver the annual Hari Shankar Lecture at UNI.
20	New UNI graduate degree blends science with other disciplines Professional Science Master's program starts this fall Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	03/15/2006	New Master's degree will combine science with careers in fields such as banking, and insurance.
21	UNI math department invites Illinois students to enter math contest Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	02/22/2006	Illinois high school students have been invited to test their knowledge in the UNI Wright Challenge, a web-based math contest.
22	University of Northern Iowa offers Web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	02/22/2006	All Iowa high school students are eligible to participate in the University of Northern Iowa's Wright Challenge, a Web-based math contest.
23	University of Northern Iowa offers Web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	09/20/2004	The 5th year of the Wright Challenge will include six math problems posted on the web between September and December; contest open to high school students from Illinois and Iowa.
24	UNI conference to explain new degree programs Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	09/01/2004	Conference about Professional Science Master's Programs in Industrial Mathematics and Applied Physics will be held on September 10.
25	UNI receives grant for graduate program Northern Iowan 100:41, p.1	03/02/2004	The Department of Physics and Department of Mathematics receive a $10,000 grant in order to determine the need for a professional science master's degree program.
26	UNI's math department awards scholarships Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	03/01/2004	List of scholarships and recipients.
27	Planning grant awarded to UNI physics and mathematics departments Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	02/17/2004	Grants are to help with the investigation of the possibility of implementing professional science masters programs in industrial mathematics and applied physics.
28	UNI Math Department invites Illinois students to enter math contest Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	02/09/2004	This is the first year students from another state will participate in the Wright Challenge.
29	UNI Math Department invites students to enter math contest Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	02/09/2004	High school and UNI students are invited to try and answer the Wright Challenge.
30	University of Northern Iowa offers Web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	09/17/2003	Wright Challenge enters its fifth year and will run through December 12.
31	UNI mathematics department hosts contest Public Relations News Release 2002:458, p.1	04/11/2003	Integration Bee, to be held on April 17, will require contestants to evaluate integrals without the use of calculators.
32	'Magic with Mathematics' topic for UNI lecture Thursday, April 3 Public Relations News Release 2002:410, p.1	03/28/2003	Mathematician Ed Burger will present second Hari Shankar Lecture in Mathematics.
33	UNI mathematics department presents statewide high school/collegiate mathematics contest Public Relations News Release 2002:302, p.1	02/04/2003	Wright Challenge, now accessible on the Internet, offers certificates and $100 cash to contest winners.
34	UNI Department of Mathematics awards scholarships for 2002-2003 academic year Public Relations News Release 2002:16, p.1	07/19/2002	List of recipients.
35	UNI offers Web-based math contest Northern Iowan 98:36, p.2	02/15/2002	The Wright Challenge, now in its third year, is a math contest open to UNI students and high school students via the Internet.
36	University of Northern Iowa offers Web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2001:290, p.1	02/07/2002	The Wright Challenge is a math contest on the Internet that will be open to UNI students as well as high school students.
37	University to present Web math contest Northern Iowan 98:10, p.2	10/05/2001	Students are able to win prizes in a contest, The Wright Challenge, sponsored by the Math Department.
38	University of Northern Iowa offers Web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2001:130, p.1	10/02/2001	The Wright Challenge, a mathematics contest designed to get students excited about math, will continue through Dec. 14.
39	UNI to host symposium to celebrate 500th birthday of Cardano, noted mathematician and scientist Public Relations News Release 2001:104, p.1	09/19/2001	The Department of Mathematics and the College of Natural Sciences will present "Cardano" on Sept. 24.
40	'Math Guy' to lecture at UNI Monday, March 26 Public Relations News Release 2000:311, p.1	03/19/2001	Keith Devlin will be first speaker in Hari Shankar Lecture in Mathematics.
41	University of Northern Iowa offers Web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2000:212, p.1	01/24/2001	For the second year, UNI's math department will sponsor The Wright Challenge.
42	Taking the math challenge online Public Relations News Release 2000:96, p.1	10/02/2000	The Wright Challenge, a math contest, is available to students online thanks to Douglas Shaw.
43	Web-based contests encourages students to study math Public Relations News Release 2000:103, p.1	10/01/2000	The Wright Challenge, hosted by the math department, helps both young and older students develop the skills prefered by employers.
44	UNI math department hosts web-based math contest Public Relations News Release 2000:90, p.1	09/27/2000	The math department presents mathematical puzzles for students from high school or UNI to work on until December.
45	Statistical consulting services Campus News Network 11:5, p.2	09/25/2000	UNI provides statistical consulting services through the Statistical Consulting Center.
46	Interim deans, department head named for University of Northern Iowa Northern Iowa Today 84:2, p.18	07/01/2000	Joel Haack and Marilyn Mercado are named acting deans; Gregory Dotseth is acting head of the Math Department.
47	UNI names several to administrative positions Public Relations News Release 1999:456, p.1	06/30/2000	Sue Courts is named the new director of the Health Center and three interim appointments are also noted.
48	Scholarships announced for students of mathematics at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1999:408, p.1	05/17/2000	A list of students who have been awarded scholarships from the Department of Mathematics.
49	University of Northern Iowa Department of Mathematics announces scholarship winners Public Relations News Release 1999:225, p.1	01/31/2000	List of the recipients of a variety of scholarships from the Department of Mathematics at UNI.
50	The Wright Challenge #3 Northern Iowan 96:13, p.11	10/12/1999	Mathematical puzzle; solutions can be dropped off at the Math Office or submitted by electronic mail; cash prizes and certificates will be awarded.
51	The Wright challenge #2 Northern Iowan 96:10, p.2	10/01/1999	Mathematical puzzle; solutions can be dropped off at the Math office or submitted by electronic mail; cash prizes and certificates will be awarded.
52	The Wright challenge #1 Northern Iowan 96:7, p.16	09/21/1999	Mathematical puzzle; solutions can be dropped off at the Math office; cash prizes and certificates will be awarded.
53	Four mathematics scholarships available Northern Iowan 96:6, p.2	09/16/1999	Carl and Wanda Wehner Mathematics and Computer Science Teaching Scholarship; John F. and Ruth Cross Statistics and Actuarial Science Scholarship; Mathematics Alumni Scholarship; and Sorenson Elementary Mathematics Scholarship.
54	The University of Northern Iowa Department of Mathematics announces scholarship recipients Public Relations News Release 1998:375, p.1	05/13/1999	Department of Mathematics announced its list of scholarship winners.
55	The University of Northern Iowa and Cedar Falls High School host Math Invitational Contest; students qualify for state competition in May Public Relations News Release 1998:281, p.1	03/05/1999	UNI's Department of Mathematics and Cedar Falls High School will host the 1999 CATS Math Invitational Competition. Bonnie Litwiller and Karen Page were organizers of the event.
56	Senior math major ranks in top five nationally Northern Iowa Today 83:1, p.21	01/01/1999	Suzanne Shontz receives honorable mention in national competition.
57	University of Northern Iowa students receive mathematics scholarships Public Relations News Release 1998:176, p.1	12/07/1998	Students were awarded scholarships from the Department of Mathematics. A list of the recipients is given.
58	Senior receives national honor Northern Iowan 95:26, p.2	12/04/1998	Suzanne Shontz received honorable mention in Alice T. Schafer Prize for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics.
59	University of Northern Iowa senior math major finishes as one of top five undergraduate women in mathematics competition Public Relations News Release 1998:163, p.1	11/24/1998	Suzanne Shontz received honorable mention in the Alice T. Schafer Prize for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics.
60	Learning to become better math teachers Public Relations News Release 1997:418, p.1	08/06/1998	UNI offers program to allow math teachers to take continuing education classes during the summer and the school year. The classes are offered over the ICN.
61	Grant brings over 100 mathematics teachers from around the globe to University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1997:417, p.1	08/04/1998	UNI received $300,000 grant to work with Department of Defense Educational Authority to bring one hundred math teachers from around world to UNI for two workshops.
62	Nine University of Northern Iowa students receive mathematics scholarships Public Relations News Release 1997:368, p.1	06/04/1998	Nine students received math scholarships. A list of those students is given.
63	Six University of Northern Iowa students receive mathematics scholarships Public Relations News Release 1997:165, p.1	12/22/1997	Department of Mathematics scholarship winners: Erin M. Blaine, Marshall P. Blaine, Elizabeth A. Koch, Suzanne Shontz, Julie L. Knudsen, and Jay R. Nelson.
64	Iowa K-12 teachers to attend 36th annual UNI Fall Mathematics Conference at University of Northern Iowa Friday, Sept. 26 Public Relations News Release 1997:44, p.1	09/19/1997	Fall Mathematics Conference set for September 26, with keynote speakers Paul Trafton, Angela Andrews, Walter Dodge, and Teri Keusch.
65	Why mathematics is humanities Northern Iowa Today 81:1, p.10	07/01/1997	Professor Joel Haack believes that mathematics is a communications skill necessary to daily living.
66	Six students receive scholarships Northern Iowan 93:35, p.3	02/11/1997	Mathematics students were awarded scholarships.
67	Six University of Northern Iowa students receive mathematics scholarships. Public Relations News Release 1996:253, p.1	02/05/1997	Six students receive scholarships from the UNI Foundation.
68	How many is 47 plus 33? Two UNI professors approach century of combined experience Northern Iowan 93:27, p.9	12/10/1996	Math professors Diane Baum and Augusta Schurrer will retire at the end of this year; photo.
69	Profile: Joel Haack Campus News Network 7:2, p.3	09/03/1996	Profile of Department of Mathematics head Joel Haack; photo.
70	Faculty profile: a life with math Northern Iowa Today 80:1, p.18	07/01/1996	Biographical profile of mathematics professor Augusta Schurrer; photo.
71	Four University of Northern Iowa students are awarded mathematics scholarships Public Relations News Release 1995:367, p.1	05/13/1996	Angela Koos, Mary Pittman, Kate Marovich, and Christopher Bock have each been awarded scholarships by the University of Northern Iowa Department of Mathematics.
72	Department of Mathematics announces scholarship recipients Northern Iowan 92:53, p.4	04/26/1996	Angela Koos, Mary Pittman, Kate Marovich, and Christopher Bock are honored.
73	UNI students win math scholarships Northern Iowan 92:37, p.3	02/20/1996	Scholarships based on performance and promise.
74	Six University of Northern Iowa students receive mathematics scholarship Public Relations News Release 1995:219, p.1	02/13/1996	Mathematics scholarship winners announced.
75	Mathematics department announces scholarship opportunities Northern Iowan 92:33, p.7	02/06/1996	Applications are available.
76	UNI Math Department awards six students Northern Iowan 92:26, p.6	12/01/1995	Students receive scholarships.
77	Iowa K-12 teachers to attend 34th annual UNI Fall Mathematics Conference at University of Northern Iowa Friday, September 22 Public Relations News Release 1995:41, p.1	09/19/1995	Annual Fall Mathematics Conference will be held at UNI September 22
78	Institutional evaluation and administrative change A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.17	07/01/1995	The college receives accreditation from the North Central Association; President Latham organizes publicity, research, alumni services, and placement; institution of the Faculty Senate and changes in faculty governance; the role of religion; photo.
79	Mathematics and symmetry theme for 10th Annual National Mathematics Awareness Week April 23-29 Public Relations News Release 1994:394, p.1	04/18/1995	Activities are announced for National Mathematics Awareness Week at UNI.
80	E. W. Hamilton, former mathematics head, dies at 84 Northern Iowa Today 23:1, p.6	03/01/1995	Biographical sketch of Professor Hamilton.
81	Mathematics minus Mast equals a high honor for Maura Northern Iowa Today 23:1, p.4	03/01/1995	Professor Maura Mast wins NSF award; photo.
82	Mathematics--minus mast = equals a high honor for Maura Campus News Network 5:9, p.1	01/17/1995	Professor Mast will study in Boston; photo.
83	Manchester student at the University of Northern Iowa is recipient of Mathematics Scholarship Public Relations News Release 1994:201, p.1	12/16/1994	Mathematics Scholarship winner is announced.
84	Milan student at the University of Northern Iowa is recipient of Mathematics Scholarship Public Relations News Release 1994:202, p.1	12/16/1994	Mathematics Scholarship winner is announced.
85	Monticello student at the University of Northern Iowa is recipient of Mathematics Scholarship Public Relations News Release 1994:199, p.1	12/16/1994	Mathematics Scholarship winner is announced.
86	Sioux Falls student at the University of Northern Iowa is recipient of Mathematics Scholarship Public Relations News Release 1994:200, p.1	12/16/1994	Mathematics Scholarship winner is announced.
87	Five University of Northern Iowa students are awarded mathematics scholarships Public Relations News Release 0:540, p.1	05/03/1994	Mathematics scholarship winners are announced at UNI.
88	Problems with math class show math illiteracy Northern Iowan 90:46, p.5	03/18/1994	Decries state of mathematics knowledge in US.
89	Karen Cannell is awarded Patricia Lange Memorial Scholarship in Mathematics from the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1993:251, p.1	12/08/1993	Patricia Lange Memorial Scholarship award winner named.
90	University of Northern Iowa Department of Mathematics awards three scholarships Public Relations News Release 1993:250, p.1	12/08/1993	Math scholarships award winners announced.
91	Iowa K-12 teachers to attend 32nd annual UNI fall Mathematics Conference at University of Northern Iowa, September 24 Public Relations News Release 1993:61, p.1	09/21/1993	Mathematics Conference dates are announced for Iowa K-12 teachers. Gary Froelich, Frank Lester, and Mazie Jenkins will be featured speakers.
92	University of Northern Iowa Department of Mathematics awards scholarships Public Relations News Release 1992:556, p.1	04/20/1993	Scholarship winners are announced by the Math Department.
93	"History of Calculating" display, talk on Math reform to highlight observance of Math Awareness Week at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1991:588, p.1	04/21/1992	Mathematics Awareness Week will include an exhibit in Rod Library, videotapes in Wright Hall, and a speech by Paul Trafton.
94	Mathematics and Computer Science scholarship awards Northern Iowan 88:32, p.6	01/28/1992	List of award winners.
95	Open for classes Northern Iowan 88:32, p.1	01/28/1992	Newly-renovated Wright Hall is ready for use; photo.
96	Three new academic heads at UNI Campus News Network 2:2, p.	09/16/1991	Joel Haack succeeds Dave Duncan in Math; Philip Suckling replaces Jonathan Lu in Geography; Christopher Edginton succeeds William Thrall in HPELS.
97	Board of Regents addresses UNI summer agenda Northern Iowa Today 19:2, p.5	09/01/1991	Regents review schematic design for Seerley Hall renovation; approve $40 student computer fee; approve separation of Department of Mathematics and Computer Science into two departments, effective in January 1992.
98	Northern Iowa continues leadership role in math education Northern Iowa Today 19:2, p.3	09/01/1991	Survey of past and current efforts in math education.
99	Mandatory computer fee to be voted on by Regents next week Northern Iowan 87:58, p.1	06/14/1991	Regents also change admissions requirements to three years of high school science; will divide Department of Mathematics and Computer Science and put Department of Library Science in Curriculum and Instruction.
100	Recently at the Regents . . . . Campus News Network 1:18, p.2	06/03/1991	Three years of high school science required for admission; $40 computer fee approved; Math and Computer Science divide; Library Science folded into Curriculum and Instruction.