Fundraising Activities

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Dancing for a chance Northern Iowan 119:43, p.1	03/20/2023	UNI Dance Marathon has been fundraising all year and raised a total of $128,063.12 for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City. The funds will go towards hospital meals for families; photo.
2	UNI PR students raise $7,500 Northern Iowan 118:21, p.1	11/08/2021	UNI Public Relations students raised $7,500 for the Scottish RiteCare Early Language program.
3	Cedar Valley Angels to host "A Race to Embrace" Northern Iowan 117:23, p.5	11/05/2020	Student Ryan Van Maanen organized a virtual 5k fundraiser for Cedar Valley Angels, a non-profit organization that helps children and caregivers in the foster care system; photo.
4	The importance of volunteerism Northern Iowan 116:36, p.3	02/17/2020	In the author's opinion, volunteerism is important in a society that is often selfish. Bennethum discusses getting involved with the student organization UNI Wishmakers and urges other students to evaluate how they contribute to society; photo.
5	1st annual UNI Triathlon coming in April Northern Iowan 115:41, p.5	03/07/2019	The women's swimming and diving team will host the first annual UNI Triathlon on April 28 as a fundraiser and community event; photo.
6	Dance Marathon exceeds goal Northern Iowan 115:41, p.2	03/07/2019	Dance Marathon surpassed their $620,000 goal by $60,000; photo.
7	Dance Marathon must get political Northern Iowan 115:36, p.3	02/18/2019	In Stekl's opinion, Dance Marathon should advocate to change the healthcare system instead of raising money without interrogating the structures necessitating fundraising; photos.
8	Dance Marathon dresses up for the kids Northern Iowan 115:29, p.5	01/24/2019	Dance Marathon will hold their Black Tie Affair on January 31 at ThreeHouse; photo.
9	'Walk a Mile' is problematic Northern Iowan 114:49, p.3	04/09/2018	The author shares her opinion on a recent column calling for 'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes,' a walk meant to raise awareness of sexual assault that was originally hosted by Sigma Phi Epsilon. Th author disagrees with the original column and shares why she thinks it's problematic.
10	Bring back 'Walk a Mile' event Northern Iowan 114:48, p.3	04/05/2018	Columnist calls for the return of 'Walk a Mile' to help raise awareness for sexual assault
11	SGNI begs for spare change at UI, ISU Northern Iowan 114:47, p.6	04/02/2018	In this satirical article written for April Fools, the Student Government of Northern Iowa (SGNI) went to Iowa State University and University of Iowa to try and supplement their funding.
12	Breast cancer campaigns do little to help cause Northern Iowan 114:17, p.3	10/23/2017	Columnist Cobb discuses how campaigns go about raising awareness for breast cancer. In her opinion, many organizations are more interested in increasing their own public awareness rather than promoting prevention and research; photo.
13	Panther Portrait: Maucker Union piano smashing Northern Iowan 114:17, p.5	10/23/2017	Photos of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfoniza fraternity's piano smashing event to raise money for the educational charity Music For All.
14	Swapping clothes for a cause Northern Iowan 114:16, p.1	10/19/2017	UNI Colleges Against Cancer is raising money for the American Cancer Society by hosting a clothing swap. Students pay to participate and can swap any cloths they bring for new-to-them clothes. the clothes will be donated to a domestic violence organization; photo.
15	Colorful Miles for Miracles 5K Northern Iowan 114:9, p.5	09/25/2017	UNI Dance Marathon hosted their annual 5K to raise money for the University of Iowa's Stead Family Children's Hospital. This years theme was a color run; photo.
16	Student Art Gala to raise funds for Painting/Art Dept. Northern Iowan 112:54, p.5	04/28/2016	The Art Club Gala will take place on April 29 and April 30; photo.
17	'Gimmicky' awareness event not enough Northern Iowan 112:52, p.3	04/21/2016	In the author's opinion, the recent "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" event on campus is not the way sexual assault should be addressed; photo.
18	Panther Portrait: Out of the Darkness Campus Walk Northern Iowan 112:52, p.5	04/21/2016	Upsilon Nu Iota hosted the Out of the Darkness Campus suicide awareness walk on April 16; photos.
19	Relay for Life Northern Iowan 112:50, p.1	04/14/2016	Relay for Life took place on April 9 in the McLeod Center; photos.
20	Panther Portrait: Opening of the Friends of the UNI Museum gift shop Northern Iowan 112:44, p.4	03/24/2016	The UNI Museum gift shop held its grand opening in Rod Library on March 23; proceeds benefit the museum; photos.
21	For the kids Northern Iowan 112:42, p.1	03/07/2016	UNI Dance Marathon held their fifth annual Big Event in Maucker Union on March 5; photos.
22	What do we teach our kids when they fundraise for their school? Northern Iowan 112:40, p.3	02/29/2016	In the author's opinion, elementary school fundraising should remove third-party beneficiaries to focus on the cause instead of incentivizing charitable work; photo.
23	Ninth year of beer benefit Northern Iowan 112:39, p.1	02/25/2016	The ninth annual Beers to You and Gourmet Too, a fundraiser for the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC), will take place at the Five Sullivan Brothers Center in Waterloo on February 27; photos.
24	May the best mustache win: no shave pledge Northern Iowan 112:20, p.6	11/05/2015	The Colleges Against Cancer student organization held a 'No shave November' party on November 1 to kick off their month-long fundraising event for the American Cancer Society; photo.
25	Noehren Hall 'great scare for a great cause" Northern Iowan 112:19, p.4	11/02/2015	Noehren Hall held a haunted house fundraiser for Halloween, with proceeds going to the Northeast Iowa Food Bank; photo.
26	PR class plans to paint the town red Northern Iowan 112:19, p.2	11/02/2015	Gayle Pohl's public relations event planning class will hold "Paint the Town Red," a fundraiser for the American Heart Association, the week of November 9-14 on College Hill and Main Street.
27	Love your melon day Northern Iowan 112:17, p.1	10/26/2015	Members of Love Your Melon sold stocking caps outside of the Maucker Union on October 22 to raise money and awareness for children battling cancer; photo.
28	Student generosity stands out at tailgate Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3	10/19/2015	Based on the author's experience asking for donations at the homecoming tailgate, Gravert believes students and young people are more willing to be generous than adults; photos.
29	Cookie 5k-ing against cancer Northern Iowan 112:11, p.1	10/05/2015	UNI Dance Marathon held a Cookie 5k race to raise money for the University of Iowa Children's Miracle Network; photos.
30	UNI stays busy by raising money and winning games Northern Iowan 112:11, p.6	10/05/2015	The Panther softball team held its second annual Hit-A-Thon, helping raise over $25,000 for the team. Earlier in the week, they defeated both Kirkwood and Upper Iowa; photo.
31	KSig dodges for diabetes Northern Iowan 111:52, p.1	04/23/2015	Kappa Sigma held their annual "Dodging for Diabetes Research Foundation" in the middle courts of the WRC.
32	Yellow brick road to hope Northern Iowan 111:49, p.1	04/13/2015	Students and staff walked Mcleod for twelve hours during Relay for Life, hosted by The American Cancer Society; photo.
33	Dance Marathon Northern Iowan 111:42, p.1	03/09/2015	Over a thousand students rallied for the fourth annual dance marathon in the Maucker Union; photo.
34	Crusade against cancer Northern Iowan 111:39, p.4	02/26/2015	Relay for Life is pushing to get more members on the UNI campus.
35	'Beers to You and Gourmet Too' presented by Friends of the Gallagher Bluedorn Public Relations News Release 2014:173, p.1	02/05/2015	This event is a beer and gourmet food tasting, which will take place February 22 at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. Tickets for this event are $40 in advance or $45 at the door, if tickets are still available.
36	Breaking out the dancing shoes Northern Iowan 111:32, p.4	02/02/2015	The 3rd annual Dance Marathon Black Tie Affair was held to help raise money for a good cause; photo
37	DM hosts dance benifit Northern Iowan 111:32, p.4	02/02/2015	Dance Marathon hosted a Dance benefit at the GBPAC to raise money for the Iowa City Children's Hospital.
38	Students get creative for a cause Northern Iowan 111:31, p.2	01/29/2015	Art for El Salvador is a student run organization focused on raising money to build a school in El Salvador through fundraising with arts and crafts; photo.
39	Christmas carols for a cause Northern Iowan 111:25, p.4	12/04/2014	A Christmas concert was held in the Gallagher-Bluedorn to help raise money for the Cedar Valley Boys and Girls Club; photo.
40	Speech team fundraising Northern Iowan 111:25, p.2	12/04/2014	The UNI Speech Team has joined up with Buffalo Wild Wings to help fund their trip to nationals.
41	United Way "champions" aim high Northern Iowan 111:23, p.2	11/17/2014	UNI and Cedar Valley United way teamed up to support charities and families in need.
42	Charitable Chili Northern Iowan 111:16, p.6	10/23/2014	UNI 4 Kids is hosting a chili cook-off in order to raise money for charity.
43	Time to get foamy Northern Iowan 111:9, p.1	09/29/2014	A small sea of orange-clad students gathered for the annual UNI Dance Marathon 5k; photo.
44	UNIVA launches crowd funding Northern Iowan 111:4, p.2	09/11/2014	The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Associations is helping pilot a new form of funding for student organizations called crowd funding.
45	Ice Water Challenge for a cause Northern Iowan 111:1, p.9	08/28/2014	The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has gone viral. The challenge helps raise money, and awareness, for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; photo.
46	Students quest for a cure Northern Iowan 110:54, p.1	04/28/2014	Over 150 UNI students competed in the annual Quest to Unravel Alzheimer's Scavenger Hunt. Twenty teams raised $10,064 for the Alzheimer's Association; photo.
47	Bringing sexual assault into the light Northern Iowan 110:52, p.4	04/21/2014	April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. Sigma Phi Epsilon has put on several events to speak out against sexual assault. They think men are more willing to listen to other men to help bring awareness and prevent sexual assault; photo.
48	Greek chapter of the week: Alpha Delta Pi Northern Iowan 110:51, p.5	04/17/2014	Alpha Delta Pi does a lot of work to help out the Ronald McDonald House Charities by fundraising and volunteering. Leadership is also another important quality that this sorority values. Members value the opportunities and friendship they have gained.
49	Men in high heels: students walk to promote sexual consent Northern Iowan 110:50, p.1	04/14/2014	The men of UNI walked around campus in red high heels to spread awareness of rape, gender violence, and sexual assault. The sixth annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event was hosted by UNI fraternities for Greek Week; photo.
50	Panther portraits: Relay For Life Northern Iowan 110:50, p.2	04/14/2014	Photographs from the Relay for Life event which took place on Friday, April 11.
51	Saving lives: Phi U hosts suicide prevention walk Northern Iowan 110:48, p.1	04/07/2014	UNI's branch of Phi Upsilon Omicron hosted their first Out of the Darkness Walk. Phi U is a national honor society in family and consumer sciences. They were able to raise nearly $6000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
52	Walk a mile in her shoes at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:233, p.1	04/02/2014	UNI will host the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes to raise awareness about the serious causes and effects of sexualized violence against women. Registration is going on now.
53	UNI to host walk for suicide prevention Public Relations News Release 2013:214, p.1	03/24/2014	UNI's chapter of Phi Upsilon Omicron is hosting an inaugural Out of the Darkness Walk. This walk will help raise awareness and money for suicide prevention.
54	UNI Dance Marathon exceeds fundraising goal Public Relations News Release 2013:201, p.1	03/11/2014	UNI Dance Marathon raised $176,498 exceeding its $125,000 goal. This is the third year UNI has participated in Dance Marathon. UNI Dance Marathon is placed in the top 18 programs in the nation. The money is donated to the Children's Miracle Network.
55	Pledges give aid to kids Northern Iowan 110:41, p.1	03/03/2014	Many students participated in UNI's third annual Dance Marathon. UNI Dance Marathon was able to raise $176,498.03 for the Iowa Children's Hospital and the Children's Miracle Network. It was a great way for students to help families in need; photo.
56	UNI to host third annual Dance Marathon Public Relations News Release 2013:192, p.192	02/26/2014	UNI will host the third annual Dance Marathon. This event raises money for the Children's Miracle Network and the University of Iowa Children's Hospital. Participants stay on their feet for 12 hours and spend time with children will serious illness.
57	Greek chapter of the week: Alpha Phi fraternity Northern Iowan 110:38, p.4	02/20/2014	Alpha Phi is a large Greek presence on campus. They do several different volunteer activities as well as holding the Red Dress Gala to raise money for local charities.
58	UNIBusiness student organizations unite for local, global causes Public Relations News Release 2013:186, p.1	02/20/2014	Student organizations in the College of Business are working together to make positive changes locally and globally. Students will be planting trees in Cedar Falls as well as raising money for International Medical Corps.
59	UNI to host V-Day 2014 Public Relations News Release 2013:168, p.1	02/03/2014	UNI will present a benefit performance of Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues". The proceeds from the event will go to Cedar Valley Friends of the Family, a nonprofit victim advocacy agency. There will also be several events about violence prevention.
60	Iowa chariots roll into McLeod Northern Iowan 110:27, p.1	12/10/2013	The Iowa Chariots, a wheelchair basketball team played at half time of the UNI women's basketball game. The event raised funds for SportAbility of Iowa and the UNI Adapted Sports Camp. Adapted sports allow disabled people to compete in sports; photo.
61	Drag-A-Ganza takes the stage Northern Iowan 110:19, p.1	11/01/2013	UNI Proud's third annual drag show was Halloween themed this year. The even had record attendance with eighty audience members. Several students performed to raise money for the Community AIDS Assistance Project; photo.
62	UNI to host seventh annual Polar Bare Run, Walk or Roll Public Relations News Release 2013:108, p.1	10/29/2013	UNI Alumni Association and Connecting Alumni to Students are putting on their annual Polar Bare Run, Walk or Roll event. This is a mile-long run, and students are encouraged to bring clothing to donate to the Salvation Army.
63	Panther Portraits: Zombie Walk Northern Iowan 110:16, p.5	10/22/2013	Photograph of girls participating in Mohair Pair's third annual Zombie Walk. The money raised went to the Northeast Iowa Food Bank; photo.
64	UNI Proud to host Halloween drag show and dance party Public Relations News Release 2013:99, p.1	10/21/2013	UNI Proud will be hosting their third annual Halloween Drag-A-Ganza. This event includes a drag show, costume contest, and dance party. Attendees are encouraged to tip performers; the money raised will be donated to Community AIDS Assistance Project.
65	All for a cause; UNI student groups raise thousands for non-profits Northern Iowa Today 96:3, p.2	10/01/2013	Student groups raise money for causes such as the Children's Miracle Network and Colleges Against Cancer; raised almost $200,000 in last year; photo.
66	A noodle invasion: pirates, pastors, and pasta Northern Iowan 110:7, p.1	09/20/2013	UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers hosted their sixth annual Flying Spaghetti Monster dinner. The proceeds from the tickets sales for the dinner benefitted the Northeast Iowa Food Bank; photo.
67	Green Iowa AmeriCorps to host 5k Fun Run Public Relations News Release 2013:22, p.1	08/21/2013	Green Iowa AmeriCorps is hosting a 5k Fun Run at UNI. The money will benefits Green Iowa AmeriCorps work in the Cedar Valley to make Iowa more energy efficient.
68	It's QUASH-ing time! Northern Iowan 109:53, p.1	04/30/2013	Many students participated in QUASH to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer's Disease. QUASH is a scavenger hunt around campus including many different physical and mental challenges, photo.
69	Raising cancer awareness through the annual Relay for Life Public Relations News Release 2012:266, p.1	04/10/2013	UNI will host the annual Relay for Life with this years theme being "Superheroes¿ Saving the World One Birthday at a Time!". UNI Colleges Against Cancer will be host the event.
70	Wishmakers plan 3-on-3 basketball tournament Northern Iowan 109:43, p.4	03/15/2013	Proceeds of the Swishes-for-Wishes basketball tournament go toward terminally ill children. The event is being organized by the Northern Iowa Wishmakers, and will be held in the Wellness and Recreation Center's upper gyms.
71	Dance Marathon: in its 2nd year, UNI students raised more than $100,000 for University of Iowa's Children's Hospital Northern Iowan 109:40, p.1	03/05/2013	UNI Dance Marathon was a day full of dancing, playing games, and fundraising. Students were able to raise over $100,000 making UNI one of the top twenty fundraising schools for Dance Marathon in the country; photo.
72	UNI to host second annual Dance Marathon Public Relations News Release 2012:217, p.1	02/26/2013	UNI will host the second annual UNI Dance Marathon. This event will raise money for the Children's Miracle Network hospital.
73	Students to QUASH Alzheimer's Northern Iowan 109:35, p.1	02/15/2013	Students are putting on a scavenger hunt to help raise money and awareness for Alzheimer's Disease. This is the fourth annual QUASH scavenger hunt featuring both physical and mental challenges for students; photo.
74	Panther portraits Northern Iowan 109:32, p.6	02/05/2013	Scenes from CAB Bingo Night; photo.
75	UNI students beating hunger one t-shirt at a time Northern Iowan 109:31, p.6	02/01/2013	Students, alumni, and members of the community come together to aid the Northeast Iowa Food Bank by selling "beat hunger" shirts.
76	Panther Portraits: students attend Black Tie Affair to support UNI Dance Marathon Northern Iowan 109:30, p.2	01/29/2013	Photo.
77	UNI Relay For Life raises $102,000 to fight cancer Northern Iowan 108:51, p.1	04/17/2012	Cancer awareness was the focus of over one thousand faculty, students, staff, and community members during the annual event. The goal of $100,000 was exceeded; photo.
78	Preparations for third annual QUASH event begin Northern Iowan 108:43, p.6	03/09/2012	The third annual Quest to Unravel Alzheimer's Scavenger Hunt will charge $10 for the hunt. Seventy people in thirty groups have already signed up. Same day registration will be available.
79	Funding debate sparks reform Northern Iowan 108:36, p.1	02/14/2012	Precedent and interpretation entered into the denial of funding for the Colleges Against Cancer. Concerns expressed that funding be requested more than once by a single organization.
80	Relay for Life Kickoff event prepares for launch Northern Iowan 108:35, p.6	02/10/2012	Live performances by three bands will kickoff the annual Relay for Life. The event will take place in downtown Cedar Falls at the Hub.
81	UNI to host dance marathon Public Relations News Release 2011:162, p.1	02/07/2012	A Dance Marathon will be held at UNI to raise money for Children's Miracle Network.
82	Relay for Life raises $93,000 for cancer research Northern Iowan 107:49, p.7	04/12/2011	Nearly one thousand students participated in this year's Relay for Life.
83	UNI aims to 'Imagine A Whole New World Without Cancer' Public Relations News Release 2010:266, p.1	03/30/2011	Briefing of events for Relay for Life being held in the McLeod Center.
84	Kickin' off the fight against cancer Northern Iowan 107:42, p.5	03/08/2011	Relay for Life benefited from an evening of music at the Hub on Main Street. The entire five dollar cover charge went to the organization. Lots of entertainment is planned for the relay in the McLeod Center in April.
85	Colleges Against Cancer Northern Iowan 107:24, p.1	11/19/2010	Group raises money for cancer research. The fundraising projects are also fun. The Great American Smokeout, holiday cards for survivors, and the Relay for Life are some of the activities.
86	President Allen speaks about the changes ahead for UNI Northern Iowan 107:9, p.1	09/28/2010	During this year's convocation, President Benjamin Allen stressed the desire to have the University in charge of the changes that will be ahead during the next five years. Faculty awards were presented; photo.
87	A thank you from UNI Colleges Against Cancer Northern Iowan 106:52, p.4	04/23/2010	Colleges Against Cancer gives their appreciation for everyone who donated and participated in Relay for Life.
88	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 106:49, p.10	04/13/2010	Scenes from the eighth annual Relay for Life held in the UNI-Dome; photo.
89	Help UNI 'Make Cancer Walk the Plank' Public Relations News Release 2009:377, p.1	04/06/2010	UNI is hosting a Relay for Life event to raise money for the American Cancer Society, and is hoping for 1,500 participants this year from faculty, student body, and the Cedar Valley community.
90	QUASH pushes teams to squash Alzheimer's Northern Iowan 106:41, p.8	03/05/2010	UNI Advocates for Alzheimer's sponsors first fundraising event. The goal is seventy-five teams to answer questions and take part in different challenges. Team members are asked to raise one hundred dollars.
91	Dance the night away Northern Iowan 105:49, p.11	04/14/2009	Ken Paulsen Orchestra will play for Spring Serenade Charity Ball at Electric Park.
92	Pounding cancer into the pavement Northern Iowan 105:49, p.9	04/14/2009	Dave Martin is planning to run fifty-five miles in one day from Linn County to the UNI-Dome to raise awareness for the Relay for Life; photo.
93	The Hub live music offers a unique experience Northern Iowan 105:49, p.15	04/14/2009	Marcus Kjeldsen has been making The Hub a place for people to relax and enjoy live music; photo.
94	Relay for Life a success Northern Iowan 104:51, p.4	04/22/2008	900 people registered, 513 luminary bags and $80,000 raised make the Relay for Life successful.
95	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:49, p.5	04/15/2008	Photos of UNI's Relay for Life event; photo.
96	Relay for Life Northern Iowan 104:49, p.1	04/15/2008	Students walk to raise money for cancer research; photo.
97	Student cancer survivors endorse fundraiser Northern Iowan 104:48, p.3	04/11/2008	Relay for Life support from student survivors of cancer.
98	Martin proves cancer truly is everyone's fight Northern Iowan 104:47, p.9	04/08/2008	Dave Martin will run for eight hours during the Relay for life; photo.
99	One night, one fight: Relay for Life of UNI is April 11-12 Public Relations News Release 2007:559, p.1	04/07/2008	Events for Relay for Life of UNI begin at 6 p.m. Friday, April 11.
100	Runner to face the unknown during Relay for Life of UNI Public Relations News Release 2007:517, p.1	03/24/2008	Dave Martin will attempt to run fifty miles during UNI's Relay for Life.