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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	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.
2	In-person orientation returns after three years Northern Iowan 119:3, p.5	09/01/2022	Freshman orientation for incoming Panthers was held in person for the first time since fall of 2020. Transfer student orientation was still held virtually due to the different needs of the group. The orientation team has received a lot of positive feedback about the orientation held this year; photo.
3	A comparative COVID-19 college experience Northern Iowan 118:3, p.5	09/02/2021	Freshman and Sophomore students discuss the changes in COVID-19 procedure between the 2020 and 2021 school year; photo.
4	Nook recovers from surgery Northern Iowan 118:3, p.1	09/02/2021	President Nook discussed the beginning of the 2021 school year after recovering from back surgery; photo.
5	What I've learned during my freshman year Northern Iowan 115:44, p.3	03/28/2019	Bennethum discusses lessons learned as a freshman, including dorm life, friendship, area of study, and making the moments count.
6	15 Tips for Freshmen Northern Iowan 115:1, p.1	08/23/2018	This infographic lists 15 tips for those entering UNI as freshmen; photo.
7	Predatory recruiting is harmful Northern Iowan 115:1, p.5	08/23/2018	The author argues that ethnical recruitment tactics are important for student organizations and how predatory ones can be harmful; photos.
8	The freshman college experience checklist Northern Iowan 112:2, p.3	08/31/2015	Wagner shares a list of experiences college students should have. It includes eating too much in the dining center, working out in the Wellness and Recreation Center (WRC), wearing sweats to class, pulling an all-nighter, drinking too much, experiencing a hang over, and kissing your crush under the Campanile.
9	UNI Now kicks off school year Northern Iowan 112:1, p.9	08/27/2015	A new program called "UNI Now" aims to help incoming freshmen feel more welcome and adjusted to college life.
10	Experience college on your own Northern Iowan 111:8, p.3	09/25/2014	Senior Renae Beard gives her advice to the freshmen at UNI.
11	Recruiting new panthers Northern Iowan 111:1, p.9	08/28/2014	A sea of purple flooded the McLeod Center as incoming freshmen and transfer students got a taste of what it means to be a Panther at the first annual Panther Kick-Off; photo.
12	College unpreparedness affects all students Northern Iowan 110:41, p.3	03/03/2014	The author points out that many students graduating from high school are not ready for college. To solve this problem high schools need to prepare their students better. First year students who are not prepared for college waste their time and money.
13	Career Fair Guide Northern Iowan 110:4, p.1	09/10/2013	Tips for students on how to make a great impression at the Career Fair. Includes proper dress and sample questions to ask. There is also a list of the businesses attending the Career Fair.
14	Career Fair Guide Northern Iowan 109:5, p.	09/11/2012	Tips for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors attending the Career Fair. Proper dress, preparation, and sample questions for companies provided.
15	Activites planned to welcome UNI students to campus Public Relations News Release 2012:24, p.1	08/13/2012	Panther Picnic will feature a ferris wheel, music, outdoor games, and free food. A hypnotist will entertain for two shows. Panthers on Main introduces students to downtown Cedar Falls.
16	UNI to expedite application process for new students Public Relations News Release 2012:5, p.1	07/12/2012	Freshmen applicants will self report their high school course work, test scores, grade point average and class rank. Paper work will be reduced. In this day of instant communication, ease of application is needed.
17	Map-Works program may benefit students Northern Iowan 108:4, p.5	09/09/2011	A fifteen minute survey can aid incoming freshmen to areas that need attention for doing well in college. MAP-Works started last year at the university. Each student gets a report of his or her results.
18	Freshmen should utilize springboard housing Northern Iowan 108:2, p.5	08/30/2011	Writer recalls living in springboard housing. This type is available in Bender, Campbell, Dancer, Hagemann, and Noehren Halls. Students are housed with students similar in age and also new to campus. Upperclassmen do not stay in their rooms very much.
19	Bringing in new students with style Northern Iowan 107:60, p.3	07/22/2011	Summer Orientation Staff share their passion for UNI, while helping incoming freshmen and transfer students transition into college life. Guiding the students and answering questions fills the day.
20	Freshman rickshaw service to premiere at UNI Northern Iowan 107:52, p.9	04/22/2011	Satirical look at the possibility of freshman being required to pull rickshaws for upper classman. They would be paid; as state employees, no tipping would be allowed.
21	MAP helps students transition to college Northern Iowan 107:6, p.4	09/17/2010	The Measures of Academic Progress survey is a tool to aid students starting their college career. Ten $50 gift certificates to University Book and Supply will awarded to those participating on the first day.
22	UNI fall enrollment increases for fourth straight year Public Relations News Release 2010:40, p.1	09/08/2010	The official fall 2010 enrollment is 13,201, a 0.9-percent increase over the 13,080 enrolled in fall 2009. Calculated on students enrolled through the end of the second week of class, the count shows an increase of 121 students.
23	Life in the Northern Iowa kingdom Northern Iowan 106:6, p.3	09/18/2009	Freshmen are subjected to a great deal of advice from upper classmen. Much of the information is incorrect. A student needs to go to class. Many professors are fantastic resources. Sincere offers to help an underclassman are welcome.
24	Top ten freshman pitfalls Northern Iowan 106:5, p.9	09/15/2009	Urges freshmen to write everything down in their planners, study, read, freshman 15, dress appropriately for winter and class. The goal is not to stand out, look, or act like a freshman.
25	From our archives Northern Iowan 105:51, p.8	04/21/2009	Square dancing photo from the September 18, 1959 issue of the College Eye. Other news covered in the issue included freshman events, improvements to Bartlett Hall, and wage increases for on-campus student jobs.
26	Putting money in the garbage disposal Northern Iowan 105:33, p.8	02/06/2009	Asks why only freshmen are required to purchase a 14 meal per week plan and why students should be billed for meals that they do not eat.
27	An update from the Freshman Student Council Northern Iowan 105:29, p.3	01/23/2009	Stated goal of the group is to help the community. The first fund raising event resulted in a $320 donation to Toys for Tots. Speed dating will be held in January with the funds going to the Make a Wish Foundation.
28	Same story, different scene Northern Iowan 105:2, p.7	09/05/2008	College adjustments are difficult. Finding your identity and new friends take time and patience.
29	UNI summer orientation staff welcomes new students and parents Public Relations News Release 2007:721, p.1	06/11/2008	Sixteen students are spending a portion of their summer welcoming entering freshmen, transfer students and their parents to Summer Orientation sessions. Staff were selected based on interpersonal strengths, achievements, and activities.
30	A student's guide to college life Northern Iowan 104:1, p.7	08/24/2007	Suggestions for incoming freshmen; adjusting to college life; things to avoid and consider when living on or off campus.
31	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2007:81, p.1	08/01/2007	Several students attended First-Year Orientation June 28-29; list of students.
32	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2007:74, p.1	07/26/2007	Several incoming freshmen attended First-Year Orientation June 25-26; list of students.
33	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2007:58, p.1	07/11/2007	Several incoming freshmen attended First-Year Orientation and Registration June 18-19 and 21-22; list of students.
34	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2007:50, p.1	07/09/2007	Several incoming freshmen attended First-Year Orientation and Registration June 11-12 and June 14-15; list of students.
35	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2007:45, p.1	07/03/2007	Several incoming freshmen attended First-Year Orientation June 4-5 and 7-8; list of students.
36	Full force freshmen recruitment Northern Iowan 103:59, p.1	06/29/2007	Freshmen orientation welcomes new students and parents to campus; photo.
37	UNI awards SBS scholarships to incoming freshmen Public Relations News Release 2007:15, p.1	06/13/2007	The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences has awarded eleven scholarships to incoming freshmen.
38	Preparation can prevent stress Northern Iowan 103:27, p.9	12/05/2006	Getting started on studying for final examinations ahead of time can reduce stress during finals week; photo.
39	UNI Enrollment Services staff to help local students with scholarship, finacial aid process Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/12/2006	Incoming University of Northern Iowa freshmen who are applying for scholarships can get help by attending a UNI Scholarship Application Night.
40	UNI announces Purple & Gold Scholarship recipients for fall 2006 Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	09/26/2006	Several non-resident incoming students received the Purple & Gold Scholarship; list of recipients.
41	Why attempt today what can wait 'til later'? Northern Iowan 103:7, p.5	09/19/2006	Procrastination is examined from the point of view of a college freshman.
42	Fall enrollment at University of Northern Iowa shows more freshmen; decline in transfer students Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	09/06/2006	The fall enrollment of freshmen increased while the enrollment of transfer students decreased, resulting in an overall enrollment of 12,260.
43	Incoming UNI freshmen awarded Helen E. Stoner Scholarsips Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	08/29/2006	Four incoming freshmen have received Helen E. Stoner Scholarships.
44	Just a freshman Northern Iowan 103:1, p.8	08/25/2006	Distinctions between freshmen and older classmates examined.
45	Student voices Northern Iowan 103:1, p.11	08/25/2006	Students answer the question; "What's the best piece of advice you'd give your incoming freshman?"
46	Incoming UNI freshmen awarded Vermazen Scholarships Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	08/23/2006	Three incoming freshmen have received the John & Be Vermazen Scholarships.
47	UNI to host 'Panthers In The Park' in West Des Moines Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	08/07/2006	Event will welcome new students to UNI.
48	UNI to host 'Panthers In The Park' in Marion Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	08/01/2006	Event will take place on August third.
49	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	07/19/2006	Over 140 people attended orientation session on July 6 and 7; list.
50	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	07/13/2006	More than 300 people took part in two recent orientation sessions to prepare for the upcoming school year; list.
51	UNI summer orientation staff welcomes some 2,200 new students and parents Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	07/05/2006	Sixteen staff members have helped new UNI students and their families become acclimated to UNI.
52	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	06/22/2006	List of over four hundred prospective students who took part in orientation sessions of June 12-13 and June 15-16.
53	UNI welcomes entering freshmen Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.8	06/15/2006	List of nearly 400 people took part in two June orientation sessions.
54	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.
55	France an eye-opener back home Northern Iowan 102:1, p.7	08/26/2005	Student's travels across France this summer are likened to a new student arriving at college for the first time.
56	UNI announces transfer freshmen scholarship recipients Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	07/28/2005	Four transfer students will receive between $600 and $2800.
57	UNI to host 'Panthers in the Park' event for Des Moines students Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	07/28/2005	Gathering of new UNI students from Des Moines aims at getting students from the area acquainted with each other.
58	UNI summer orientation staff welcomes some 2200 new students and parents Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	06/06/2005	Sixteen students help welcome new students to UNI this summer.
59	Academically speaking; retaining students after the first year Northern Iowan 101:31, p.1	01/25/2005	A report by American College Testing shows that nearly one-fourth of freshman students do not return for their second year. At UNI the return rate is eighty percent.
60	Scholars to walk on water Northern Iowan 101:28, p.3	12/10/2004	The final exam for the freshman Presidential Honors seminar "Creative Problem Solving" is to find a way to walk across the WRC Leisure Pool.
61	Lack of school spirit on campus?; apparel, participation in activities would suggest so Northern Iowan 101:8, p.9	09/24/2004	Description of ideas meant to help bolster the level of school spirit among UNI students.
62	Adjusting to life at UNI; move from high schools, community colleges can be difficult Northern Iowan 101:6, p.11	09/17/2004	Explores some resources available for helping freshmen and transfer students acclimate themselves to life on campus; photo.
63	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.
64	You know you're in college when Northern Iowan 101:1, p.7	08/27/2004	Humorous anecdotes involving college life.
65	UNI freshmen awarded Social and Behavioral Sciences Scholarships Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	06/29/2004	Recipients listed.
66	UNI students awarded Rose H. Quick Scholarship Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	06/29/2004	Recipients listed.
67	UNI College of Business Administration awards scholarships in incoming freshmen Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	06/02/2004	Recipients listed.
68	Scholarship announcements Northern Iowan 100:31, p.4	01/27/2004	Available scholarships described.
69	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.
70	Letter from the editor Northern Iowan 100:1, p.13	08/29/2003	Tips for the upcoming semester.
71	"Groovin' Move-In" planned for UNI residence halls Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	08/18/2003	Description of new Department of Residence programs that have proven popular.
72	University of Northern Iowa awards freshman achievement scholarships Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	08/05/2003	More than 750 incoming freshmen receive scholarships; recipients are listed.
73	Sage-like advice for incoming freshmen Northern Iowan 99:60, p.4	07/18/2003	Tips from experience for the inexperienced.
74	Local students serve on UNI summer orientation staff Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	07/08/2003	Staff members listed.
75	Welcome freshmen? Northern Iowan 99:56, p.5	06/13/2003	Warns incoming students of the realities of campus construction, tuition increases, growing class sizes, and the availability of class sections.
76	Upperclassmen dish on the dos and don't of scheduling Northern Iowan 99:52, p.11	04/22/2003	Students offer advice to freshmen registering for classes.
77	DOR creates options for on-campus living Northern Iowan 99:42, p.1	03/07/2003	Department of Residence has proposed new lifestyle houses within dormitories.
78	Life is a great big balancing act Northern Iowan 99:1, p.15	08/30/2002	Tips for incoming freshmen on how to handle the stresses of time management at college.
79	University of Northern Iowa awards freshman achievement scholarships Public Relations News Release 2002:23, p.1	07/29/2002	Freshman achievement scholarships have been awarded to over 750 upcoming freshman; students receiving the scholarships are listed.
80	Did you know? Campus News Network 11:24, p.4	08/07/2001	Several facts about the incoming Freshmen class.
81	Scared silly Northern Iowan 97:57, p.4	06/22/2001	Encourages people to smile at those attending orientation sessions.
82	Freshmen always a prime target for upperclassmen's pranks Northern Iowan 97:1, p.13	08/25/2000	Freshmen traditions have ranged from the wearing of purple beanies with green bills to putting ice cream buckets on students' heads.
83	Fair offers new students opportunities Northern Iowan 96:56, p.3	06/09/2000	Freshmen orientation includes more than forty organizations represented at information fair.
84	Freshmen would like entertainment too Northern Iowan 96:56, p.5	06/09/2000	Feels club owners should think about admitting 18 year olds to their clubs.
85	Freshman Orientation begins again at UNI Public Relations News Release 1999:431, p.1	06/05/2000	Students and parents becoming acquainted with the university is the focus of Freshman Orientation.
86	Prospective students are introduced to the University of Northern Iowa by the 2000 summer orientation staff Public Relations News Release 1999:435, p.1	06/05/2000	Listed are students will be serving as summer orientation staff for incoming freshmen and their parents.
87	Tests harder, students smarter Northern Iowan 96:41, p.1	02/29/2000	Survey of demographic factors for UNI students; show better class rank and ACT scores.
88	The Riot Act; our citizens are our business Northern Iowan 96:2, p.11	08/31/1999	Cartoon shows how a freshman falls victim to lame fads.
89	Making the transition from high school to college can be tough Public Relations News Release 1999:19, p.1	08/23/1999	New roles, new relationships, and new routine can be challenging for freshmen.
90	Making the transition: part two--parents have to adjust, too Public Relations News Release 1999:19, p.1	08/23/1999	Parents of students making the transition from high school to college experience a transition as well.
91	Jump Start Public Relations News Release 1999:18, p.1	08/19/1999	Jump Start, an orientation program to help ease the transition from high school to college for new ethnic minority freshmen, will start Monday, August 16.
92	New twist on a tearful goodbye Public Relations News Release 1999:10, p.1	08/11/1999	Alumni Association will host ice cream social for new UNI students in Des Moines August 11.
93	Summer orientation with a new twist Northern Iowan 95:52, p.9	04/20/1999	Summer Orientation Staff is a group of active students who go through intensive training. Staff encourage freshmen to get involved right from the beginning.
94	Lending a helpful paw Northern Iowan 95:35, p.12	02/09/1999	Student Leadership Association organized Panther Pals, pairing upper-classman with a freshman to help acclimatize the new student to campus and Cedar Falls.
95	A freshman's first week at college Public Relations News Release 1998:7, p.1	08/24/1998	Discussion with several first year UNI students about their first week at college.
96	Incoming freshman often adept at using technology Public Relations News Release 1998:7, p.1	08/24/1998	Students entering college have been increasingly skilled at using technology, E-mail, and word processing programs.
97	Jump Start Public Relations News Release 1998:3, p.1	08/17/1998	Jump Start, an orientation program for new freshman minority students, will run from August 17 to August 21.
98	Generation 2001 survey shows optimistic future Northern Iowan 94:43, p.12	03/10/1998	Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company surveyed 2001 freshmen on their goals and views.
99	Kids can be lonely even in a crowd Public Relations News Release 1997:102, p.1	11/06/1997	Kenneth Jacobsen reports on college students overcoming boredom, shyness, or shock from leaving home for the first time.
100	Achieving computer literacy is first step in college education Public Relations News Release 1997:38, p.1	09/18/1997	Classes are held at the beginning of the academic year to introduce freshmen to new computer skills.