Education

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301 Every child left behind
Northern Iowan 101:50, p.9
Discusses the No Child Left Behind Act.
302 International Education Week 2004 at UNI
Northern Iowan 101:23, p.4
UNI Study Abroad Center and Office of International Programs puts together calendar of campus-wide events to celebrate International Education Week.
303 Bringing discrimination back
Northern Iowan 101:21, p.7
Hopes America's growing backlash against homosexuality does not extend further into public schools.
304 Facing the issues: education
Northern Iowan 101:12, p.4
Describes positions presidential candidates take on educational issues and how they affect UNI students; photo.
305 UNI study finds most Iowa superintendents like No Child Left Behind Act
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Over sixty percent of responding superintendents felt instruction was improved directly because of NCLB.
306 UNI state fair booth celebrates rural education
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
"Excellence in Education" exhibit showcasing a 1920s-style one-room school will be in the Varied Industries Building.
307 Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society takes on the Windy City
Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1
Society takes trip to Chicago to observe education in large urban settings; students listed.
308 Debaters hash out party differences
Northern Iowan 100:53, p.1
UNI College Republicans and Northern Iowa Democrats debate the positions of Senator John Kerry and President George W. Bush in the upcoming election; photo.
309 Radio show to consider Iowa's future economically, culturally
Northern Iowan 100:48, p.1
Chuck Offenburger and Iowans for a Better Future will sponsor ten radio shows; photo.
310 Are Iowa children being left behind?
Northern Iowan 100:39, p.7
Debates the effectiveness of the No Child Left Behind Act in a state noted for an already above average public education system, such as Iowa.
311 Candidates see top priority in education
Northern Iowan 100:33, p.1
Democratic presidential candidates express their plans for the nation's education; photo.
312 UNI College of Education to host technology forum in West Des Moines
Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1
Panelists to include Robert Koob, Bill Callahan, Karla Krueger, Yana Cornish, and Judy Jeffrey and will discuss technology's role in education.
313 UNI division of Educational Technology to host speaker on using technology for learning
Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1
David D. Thornburg to speak on educational technology.
314 Thoughts on 'the end of the road'
Northern Iowan 100:21, p.7
Reflects on things he'll miss about college life.
315 National Separation of Church and State Day
Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.2
Controversy regarding religion in schools discussed.
316 Taking public education to school
Northern Iowan 100:7, p.7
Concerned that the United States is not taking education seriously.
317 UNI offers 'Community Builders' presentation
Public Relations News Release 2002:583, p.1
Presentation highlights relationship between higher education and the building of Iowa's economy.
318 Manifesto of a frustrated scholar
Northern Iowan 99:53, p.5
Claims that students shouldn't complain about the rigors of post-secondary education.
319 Turning attention to the real problems at hand
Northern Iowan 99:50, p.7
Complains about the economic situation in America and the passing of President Bush's "No Child Left Behind Act."
320 March is Music in Our Schools Month
Public Relations News Release 2002:397, p.1
Will talk about the importance of music education.
321 University of Northern Iowa to host National Educator Expo Saturday
Public Relations News Release 2002:399, p.1
Ninety-one school districts will be present at the national Educator Expo to recruit new teachers.
322 Educate our future
Public Relations News Release 2002:207, p.1
Changes in the education system will be discussed.
323 UNI educational communications/instructional technology programs meet national standards
Public Relations News Release 2002:178, p.1
UNI will be in the first in the state to be accredited under the new standards.
324 UNI's Price Laboratory School offers first Teacher Institute
Public Relations News Release 2002:120, p.1
Sessions on different aspects of education will be presented at the first annual Teacher Institute hosted by Price Laboratory School.
325 Nussle coming to UNI
Northern Iowan 98:46, p.1
Congressman Jim Nussle will speak at UNI on the future of education.
326 Vote Steve Sukup for Iowa's next governor
Northern Iowan 98:43, p.9
Discusses Steve Sukup, a candidate for governor, and claims that he will protect the budget from receiving further cuts in education.
327 InTime project shows teachers how to integrate technology into the classroom
Public Relations News Release 2001:352, p.1
InTime, a Web site created by UNI's College of Education, contains information about new technologies that have been integrated into education by other professors.
328 Iowa loan program working for teachers
Northern Iowan 98:37, p.1
The Iowa Teacher Shortage Forgivable Loan encourages graduates in education to teach in more difficult programs, such as special education.
329 UNI hosts 'Showcase on Educational Technology in Iowa Schools'
Public Relations News Release 2000:271, p.1
List of individual preK-12 project awards.
330 UNI to host 'Showcase on Educational Technology in Iowa Schools'
Public Relations News Release 2000:258, p.1
UNI to host workshop on educational technology on February 23.
331 Assessing Bush's education plan
Public Relations News Release 2000:228, p.1
Dean of the College of Education will discuss President Bush's education reform plans.
332 Bush takes early stance on education
Northern Iowan 97:32, p.8
Explains how President Bush's education plan will affect UNI students in the future.
333 Switzer testifies before Iowa legislature
Campus News Network 11:13, p.1
Thomas Switzer joins other college of education deans in updating the legislature regarding education issues.
334 Intelligence standards detrimental to education
Northern Iowan 97:26, p.9
Discusses problems with the public education system.
335 Take opportunity, read newspapers
Northern Iowan 97:14, p.6
Encourages students to start reading the newspaper to become an educated person.
336 Study show public concerns for Iowa's K-12 schools
Public Relations News Release 2000:110, p.1
The results of the survey for Iowa public schools for grades K-12 show that Iowans have positive views, but want to make improvements in the schools.
337 UNI resumes EducatioNet series
Public Relations News Release 2000:23, p.1
EducatioNet is written primarly for parents and educators of K-12 students.
338 Caution . . . construction ahead
Northern Iowan 97:2, p.9
Feels college is a time to try new experiences and choose what kind of person you want to be.
339 Cedar Valley high school students to assess academic potential at UNI Power of Education Student Leadership Conference
Public Relations News Release 1999:303, p.1
UNI will hold the Power of Education Student Leadership Conference Friday, March 31.
340 Education should take priority in spending decisions
Northern Iowan 96:41, p.7
The Iowa State Legislature is debating which projects should take priority in the plan to improve communities.
341 Clinton outlines ambitious new education initiatives
Northern Iowan 96:34, p.1
President Clinton described new educational initiatives in his final State of the Union address.
342 Iowa earns a "D" in educating the educated
Northern Iowan 96:32, p.3
Iowa received a "D" for its efforts to improve the quality of its teachers.
343 Learning is ultimate goal
Northern Iowan 96:29, p.8
Students are here to learn from professors.
344 Media Advisory: University of Northern Iowa home to teacher mentoring program
Public Relations News Release 1999:196, p.1
Iowa received a "D" grade in the national Quality Counts 2000 survey for its efforts to improve teacher quality.
345 Media advisory: local expert sources for AP education report card story
Public Relations News Release 1999:191, p.1
The Associated Press Education Week's "Quality Counts 2000" state survey gave Iowa an "F" in standards accountability.
346 Childrens' futures at risk due to education of nation
Northern Iowan 96:16, p.6
Column suggests that the problem with education in the U. S. is that students no longer value it.
347 College should prepare you for life, not just career
Northern Iowan 96:15, p.7
Column states that the highest purpose of attending college is to become an educated person, not just to prepare for a job.
348 "Envisioning Education" to be presented by University of Northern Iowa speaker Tuesday noon, Oct. 12 at Ottumwa Kiwanis Club
Public Relations News Release 1999:80, p.1
Statewide speakers program will continue on October 12 when Roger Kueter will address the Kiwanis Club in Ottumwa on where education is headed and how UNI is meeting the challenge.
349 "Envisioning Education" to be presented by University of Northern Iowa Humanities dean Tuesday, Oct. 5, in Estherville
Public Relations News Release 1999:73, p.1
James Lubker will address the Kiwanis Club in Estherville on issues such as where education is headed and how UNI is meeting the challenge.
350 Critical view of computers in education topic for year's first Capstone lecture at University of Northern Iowa Wednesday, Oct. 6
Public Relations News Release 1999:66, p.1
Professor Lowell Monke, from Grinnell College, will present the lecture "Education Unplugged: An argument for hi-tech modesty in the 21st century schools" on October 6, 1999, for the course "Capstone: Environment, Technology and Society".
351 Education reforms spreading across much of Europe & Asia
Public Relations News Release 1998:278, p.1
Professors Kurt Meredith and Jeannie Steele have begun to teach Reading and Writing for Critical Thinking to other European and Asian countries.
352 Suggestions for Governor Vilsack's attempts at education reforms
Northern Iowan 95:39, p.12
Columnist makes suggestions for improvements in educational reform.
353 'Envisioning Education' to be presented by University of Northern Iowa president Robert Koob Tuesday, Jan. 26 at West Des Moines Rotary
Public Relations News Release 1998:217, p.1
President Koob will present an "Envisioning Education" seminar in West Des Moines on January 26.
354 Education not to be taken for granted
Northern Iowan 95:29, p.10
Some students in Iran are not allowed to go to college because of their religion.
355 Legislative priorities set for Iowa General Assembly 1999
Campus News Network 9:10, p.1
UNI priorities in the new legislative session will be improving teacher education, establishing social work master's degree, and enhancing technology available to students; funds for ABIL, Institute for Decision Making, and IWRC will be requested.
356 Gov. Branstad leaves legacy of quality education
Public Relations News Release 1998:205, p.1
Governor Terry Branstad ends his sixteen year run as Iowa governor this month.
357 Profs should teach knowledge from life
Northern Iowan 95:26, p.7
Columnist clarifies his statement in an earlier column that professors should be hired on the basis of life experience.
358 Professorship should be based on experience, not education
Northern Iowan 95:24, p.5
Comments on gaining an education from those with experience instead of just degrees.
359 "Envisioning Education" to be presented by University of Northern Iowa speaker Tuesday, Nov. 3 at Council Bluffs Lions Club
Public Relations News Release 1998:116, p.1
Statewide speakers program "Envisioning Education" to continue with address by Joe Mitchell in Council Bluffs.
360 "Envisioning Education" to be presented by University of Northern Iowa speaker Tuesday, Oct. 27 at Fort Dodge Kiwanis
Public Relations News Release 1998:95, p.1
Statewide speakers program entitled "Envisioning Education" to continue in Fort Dodge on October 27 with Robert Koob addressing the Kiwanis Club.
361 University of Northern Iowa to launch statewide speakers program in Cherokee Monday, Oct. 19
Public Relations News Release 1998:89, p.1
Roger Kueter to speak on meeting the challenges of education October 19 in Cherokee.
362 "Envisioning Education" to be presented by University of Northern Iowa speaker Tuesday, Oct. 27 at Council Bluffs Rotary
Public Relations News Release 1998:92, p.1
Statewide speakers program "Envisioning Education" to continue in Council Bluffs on Oct. 27, with Keith Saunders addressing the Rotary Club.
363 Should very young children learn to use a computer?
Public Relations News Release 1998:52, p.1
Dean Primrose states that software programs are beneficial to a child's education but that there are also other important factors to consider.
364 Entire university community planning for the future of education
Public Relations News Release 1998:21, p.
Center for the Enhancement of Teaching Fourth-annual University-Wide Conference held today and tomorrow to discuss the kind of education a student should receive at UNI.
365 School violence takes toll on education system, ultimately America
Northern Iowan 94:61, p.4
Columnist comments on the violence in American schools and the availability of weapons.
366 Higher education important to more Americans
Campus News Network 8:21, p.1
Outline of recent report; President Koob's reaction.
367 Americans recognizing the value of higher education
Public Relations News Release 1997:389, p.1
Higher education reported to be the key to a middle-class lifestyle and a benefit to the economy.
368 Teachers role models for life
Northern Iowan 94:54, p.9
Columnist comments on the life of teachers.
369 Education responsibility not on federal government's shoulders
Northern Iowan 94:45, p.10
Student comments on the state of education in America and President Clinton's goals.
370 Clinton reports achievement of some educational goals; much work is still to be done
Northern Iowan 94:44, p.4
Progress is being made on President Clinton's educational goals, but there is still work to be done; photo.
371 International studies don't paint true picture
Northern Iowan 94:44, p.5
Columnist comments on American students scoring low on international standardized tests.
372 Senator seeks to abolish education department
Northern Iowan 94:41, p.3
Senator Bob Smith is renewing efforts to abolish the Department of Education.
373 Educational media reinforces technological dependency
Northern Iowan 94:40, p.5
Columnist comments on the role of technology in education and teaching children.
374 Branstad has "Building Blocks for Success"; governor outlines new education initiative
Northern Iowan 94:26, p.1
Governor Branstad speaks on education agenda; photo.
375 Gov. Terry Branstad will speak at the University of Northern Iowa Dec. 3
Public Relations News Release 1997:131, p.1
Governor Terry Branstad will speak about education in Seerley Hall. Event is sponsored by Department of Political Science.
376 Education Week activities showcase UNI's strengths
Northern Iowan 94:24, p.11
Outline of activities.
377 Town meeting defines 21st century teaching
Northern Iowan 94:24, p.1
Panel participates in national meeting.
378 Teleconference puts UNI in spotlight; satellite meeting to focus on educational standards
Northern Iowan 94:23, p.1
National meeting on education on campus tonight.
379 Try something new, go to class and learn
Northern Iowan 94:23, p.6
Urges students to get their money's worth out of college by studying and learning.
380 Satellite town meeting Tuesday, Nov. 18 at University of Northern Iowa on "Talented Teacher in Every Classroom"
Public Relations News Release 1997:117, p.1
Open panel with students, educators, and legislators will focus on "Supporting Quality Teachers: A Talented Teacher in Every Classroom".
381 Real life doesn't suck
Northern Iowan 94:10, p.11
Strongly disagrees with Jewell column on the college experience.
382 Third Annual University-wide Conference Thursday, Oct. 2
Campus News Network 8:4, p.1
University-wide conference on purposes of undergraduate education will be held October 2.
383 Pi=3.1415927, life lesson or pick-up line?
Northern Iowan 94:5, p.5
Speculates on the kind of learning that is valuable.
384 Diploma: wall art or $15,000 toilet paper?
Northern Iowan 94:1, p.12
Questions value of education received at UNI.
385 Global diversity: issues of discovering each other
Northern Iowan 93:45, p.1
Students from the Midwest learn about diversity through higher education.
386 Faculty, staff need to 'rededicate themselves'
Northern Iowan 93:35, p.8
"Re-examination of the purpose of higher education is drastically needed."
387 Appreciate culture, you may need it
Northern Iowan 93:31, p.6
Learning about the arts and humanities will benefit students' future careers.
388 "Environmental Scan" allows educator to interpret trends that will impact education
Public Relations News Release 1996:216, p.1
Four major trends will have an impact on schools in Iowa and throughout the nation. The trends are demographic changes, a shift in the paradigm or model for education, a tension around communities and the way communities are defined, exceeded capacities.
389 Forecasting the future of education
Public Relations News Release 1996:182, p.1
David Imig discusses education.
390 Service learning an important component of education
Public Relations News Release 1996:141, p.1
Barbara Lewis discusses the importance of service learning at all age levels.
391 NAFSA: Association of International Educators' Regional Conference
Public Relations News Release 1996:152, p.1
The NAFSA Regional Conference will be held November 13-16.
392 Deer School
Northern Iowan 93:18, p.6
Deer sleep during class.
393 Giftedness is also a gender issue says specialist in gifted education
Public Relations News Release 1996:85, p.1
Linda Silverman says girls try to hide their abilities at a young age. A gifted child can be defined simply as a developmentally advanced child--one that goes through the developmental milestones at a faster rate.
394 Teaching in New Zealand
Public Relations News Release 1996:129, p.1
Cheryl Timion recently traveled to New Zealand to study its elementary education system.
395 Space camp opportunity for Iowa educators through Iowa Space Grant Consortium
Public Relations News Release 1996:118, p.1
Iowa K-12 educators will have an opportunity to attend a special U. S. Space Academy for Educators.
396 "Targeting Best Practice," Lieutenant Governor's Conference on Beginning Teaching, to take place at University of Northern Iowa October 19
Public Relations News Release 1996:111, p.1
Joy Corning will be speaking October 19.
397 Julia Sparrow Scholarships awarded to two University of Northern Iowa students for excellence in reading
Public Relations News Release 1996:103, p.1
Nicole Anderegg and Jana Karhoff were the recipients of the 1996 Julia Sparrow Scholarship Awards.
398 University of Northern Iowa receives $2 million grant to continue democratization of Slovakia's educational system
Public Relations News Release 1996:65, p.1
The grant is to help with the Orava Project, which is directed by Kurt Meredith and Jeannie Steele.
399 University of Northern Iowa offers Mildred L. Middleton Professional Development Seminar for educators on ICN, WWW, September 26
Public Relations News Release 1996:60, p.1
Linda Quinn will be the instructor for the seminar series.
400 Regents approve appropriation requests targeting undergraduate education, technology, special programs at University of Northern Iowa
Public Relations News Release 1996:52, p.1
The Board of Regents wants to improve and fund several programs and projects at UNI.