Johnson--John W. [History Faculty]

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1	Provost search continues Northern Iowan 111:35, p.1	02/12/2015	All candidates for the position of provost have completed their formal interviews; photo.
2	Provost search continues Northern Iowan 111:30, p.1	01/26/2015	The search for a new provost is coming to an end; photo.
3	UNIFI hosts 6th annual Darwin Week Northern Iowan 110:35, p.4	02/10/2014	During the UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers 6th annual Darwin Week, there will be four lectures based on each day's theme. Each day will also feature a keynote speaker at 7 p.m.
4	Panelists discuss Kennedy's history Northern Iowan 110:25, p.1	11/22/2013	Panelists discussed President John F. Kennedy's life and assassination during Monday night's panel, "Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of President John F. Kennedy."
5	Discussion of a national tragedy to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:118, p.1	11/11/2013	UNI will host a panel discussion entitled, "Reflecting on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy". The event is free and open to the public.
6	UNI to host reporter Jack Hovelson Public Relations News Release 2013:74, p.1	09/30/2013	Reporter, Jack Hovelson, will present, "Newspapering: If You Ain't Good, You Better Be Lucky". Jack Hovelson has written numerous articles for many publications including USA Today. The event is sponsored by the History Club and Phi Alpha Theta.
7	UNI Panel to discuss U.S. Supreme Court decisions Public Relations News Release 2013:56, p.1	09/16/2013	University of Northern Iowa Daniel Webster Law Society will host a panel of professors discussing past and future Supreme Court decisions. The event is free and open to the public.
8	UNI Lifelong University announces fall 2013 courses Public Relations News Release 2013:27, p.1	08/30/2013	The Lifelong University will be offering several courses this fall. These courses are not worth any credit and are taught by UNI faculty. Course fees range from $20 to $40 and are over a variety of topics.
9	The music of Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen will be discussed in UNI lecture Public Relations News Release 2012:257, p.1	04/02/2013	John Johnson will be giving a lecture entitled, "Harmony or Discord? The Music of Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen as Historical Text". This will examine the use of history and lyrics.
10	Wartell emphasizes UNI's uniqueness Northern Iowan 109:33, p.1	02/08/2013	The third and final candidate for the position of UNI president spoke about his vision on UNI's place in the community and the state of Iowa. Dr. Wartell believes UNI will be censured, but will not change because of it; photo.
11	Panelists discuss voter ID laws Northern Iowan 109:10, p.1	09/28/2012	UNI students and members of the local community pack Lang Auditorium for a heated panel discussion entitled "Voter ID: Fraud or Voter Suppression?"; photo
12	UNI to host panel on voter ID laws Public Relations News Release 2012:57, p.1	09/13/2012	UNI will host a panel to discuss "Voter ID: voter fraud or voter suppression?" Panelist will cover types of laws passed and proposed in various states, arguments for and against voter ID, registrations laws, forms of ID accepted, and changes recommended.
13	Positive feedback may keep NYT on campus Northern Iowan 108:32, p.1	01/31/2012	Northern Iowa Student Government is seeking funding to keep the New York Times available on campus. Students and professors have provided positive feedback.
14	John Johnson to speak at UNI on Constitution Day, Sept. 17 Public Relations News Release 2009:27, p.1	09/02/2009	The event is free and open to the public. The lecture will cover constitutional history and how key constitutional language has been interpreted, as well as the Judge Sonia Sotomayor confirmation hearings.
15	Obama's Supreme Court nominee 'no surprise' to UNI prof Public Relations News Release 2008:550, p.1	05/27/2009	The nomination of U. S. Circuit Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the U. S. Supreme Court came as "no surprise" to John W. Johnson, professor of history and interim dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
16	Welcome from the deans Northern Iowan 105:54, p.	05/01/2009	John Johnson, Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, shares the focus of the departments within the college; photo.
17	University of Northern Iowa to host commencement in the UNI-Dome Dec. 20 Public Relations News Release 2008:264, p.1	12/09/2008	Benjamin Allen will preside over the ceremonies and confer degrees on the students. John Vallentine, professor and director of the School of Music, is the commencement marshall. The recognition of honors and awards will be conducted by James Lubker.
18	Sabin Hall renovations soon Northern Iowan 105:7, p.1	09/23/2008	Sabin Hall will be closing from December 15, 2008, until the summer of 2010. The design phase is nearly completed and the $ 11.4 million remodeling is set to begin; departments housed in that building will move to other locations; photo.
19	College deans welcome new students Northern Iowan 104:54, p.	05/02/2008	Seven departments make up the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences. Twenty-two majors and several interdisciplinary and certificate programs are available.
20	University of Northern Iowa to host commencements in the UNI-Dome May 10 Public Relations News Release 2007:660, p.1	05/02/2008	Uni will host its annual spring commencement services in two ceremonies in the UNI-Dome. More than 1,500 students who have completed their degrees during the spring semester are eligible to participate.
21	Affirmative action: history of controversy Northern Iowan 104:53, p.1	04/29/2008	Affirmative action describes a number of policies that are aimed at ending discrimination by race, gender, and religion.
22	UNI professor will give lecture on the Supreme Court and affirmative action Public Relations News Release 2007:607, p.1	04/16/2008	Professor John Johnson will talk about race-based considerations for admission to higher education.
23	New Iraq War forum proposed Northern Iowan 104:36, p.1	02/19/2008	Three UNI students and veterans of the Iraq War are trying to sponsor another discussion on the war. They are planning on bringing the Vets For Freedom National Bus Tour to UNI in March; photo.
24	Iraq forum analyzes war Northern Iowan 104:24, p.1	11/16/2007	Six UNI professors led a forum to discuss Iraq War issues. War opposed from six different perspectives; photo.
25	Forum on the Iraq War at UNI today Northern Iowan 104:23, p.3	11/13/2007	A panel of UNI faculty will discuss the effects of the war in Iraq.
26	Forum on the Iraq War at UNI Public Relations News Release 2007:278, p.1	11/08/2007	How the Iraq War has affected U. S. politics and society is the topic of the forum November 13.
27	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	03/26/2007	"Critical Thinking and Newspapers in the Classroom" will be presented by John Johnson, Wednesday, March 28.
28	UNI senior honors students and presidents scholars present their thesis research projects Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	06/14/2006	Twelve students presented their projects.
29	UNI Graduate College presents awards Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	04/20/2006	Awards were given to graduate students and members of the graduate faculty for outstanding work on doctorates and theses.
30	Tuesday, Sept. 27 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	09/26/2005	Panel discussion on future of U. S. Supreme Court will be held; Iowa Business Council will present "Early Childhood Development/Education Awareness Conference".
31	Panel discussion about Supreme Court at UNI Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	09/21/2005	Panel discussion on "Nomination, Confirmation, and the Future of the U. S. Supreme Court" will take place on Sept. 27.
32	Government mandates Constitution Day for schools; UNI to hold program this Tuesday Northern Iowan 102:6, p.1	09/16/2005	Primary through post-secondary schools are now required to acknowledge and offer information about Constitution Day to enhance students' understanding of the history of the document; photo.
33	30th Anniversary of the fall of Saigon Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	04/25/2005	Believes that lessons from Viet Nam can be applied to the current war in Iraq.
34	Monday, Oct. 25 Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	10/25/2004	Gregory Bruess, Barbara Cutter, John Johnson, and Al Hays will speak about Iraq.
35	On campus Northern Iowan 101:16, p.2	10/22/2004	Meetings and events planned.
36	UNI professors to speak about conflict in Iraq Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	10/18/2004	Will discuss student protests in the 1960s, gender and the post 9/11 world, Vietnam, and local conflict.
37	UNI sources can discuss Ronald Reagan and his legacy Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	06/07/2004	Contact information for UNI faculty versed in the U.S. presidency and presidential history provided.
38	Watergate anniversary Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.2	08/04/2003	A look back at the Watergate scandal, occuring in 1974.
39	UNI professor selected to participate in Advanced Placement reading program Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	07/09/2003	John W. Johnson serves thirteenth year as a reader.
40	Martin takes Johnson's place as head of history dept Northern Iowan 99:58, p.1	06/27/2003	John Johnson steps down after fifteen years; Robert Martin will assume duties in the fall; photo.
41	Affirmative Action: Is it really equal? Public Relations News Release 2002:256, p.1	12/16/2002	John Johnson will discuss a recent court case on affirmative action.
42	Conference considers civil liberties Northern Iowan 99:24, p.1	11/22/2002	UNI Student Pugwash sponsored "Civil Liberties in Wartime" which took place last Wednesday.
43	'Civil liberties in war time' topic for panel at UNI Public Relations News Release 2002:206, p.1	11/15/2002	Mark Fransdale and Mel McCleary will participate on the panel as well as John Johnson and Harry Brod.
44	UNI history professor receives Thomas Jefferson award Public Relations News Release 2002:138, p.1	10/21/2002	Receives award for his second edition of "Historic U.S. Court Cases".
45	School vouchers Public Relations News Release 2002:39, p.1	08/19/2002	John Johnson will discuss the proposed voucher program that would give children the opportunity to go to a private school that they could otherwise not afford.
46	Students and drug testing Public Relations News Release 2002:15, p.1	07/22/2002	Students involved in non-athletic extra-curricular activities are now being tested for drugs.
47	One nation . . . Indivisible Public Relations News Release 2002:3, p.1	07/08/2002	Gives explanations for the removal of "under God" from the Pledge of Allegiance.
48	Hoping history doesn't repeat itself Public Relations News Release 0:490, p.1	05/20/2002	Test scores show high school seniors do not have a basic understanding of history.
49	'Virtual' porn protected Public Relations News Release 2001:453, p.1	04/22/2002	Why computer-generated child pornography will be allowed by the Supreme Court will be talked about.
50	The selection, demand and supply of UNI textbooks Northern Iowan 98:44, p.12	03/15/2002	Explores the textbook process, from a professor choosing the book, to the student buying it from the bookstore.
51	Like father like son Public Relations News Release 2001:340, p.1	03/11/2002	John Johnson will explore the similarities in the families of President George Bush, and President George W. Bush.
52	Professors rewarded Northern Iowan 98:22, p.5	11/16/2001	Professors John Johnson, Ken McCormick, and Al Hays were each rewarded for their work at UNI.
53	UNI faculty members honored for service Northern Iowan 98:20, p.2	11/09/2001	Ken McCormick, John Johnson, and Al Hays received awards for their teaching, research, and public service activities.
54	UNI faculty members honored for outstanding teaching, research and service Public Relations News Release 2001:193, p.1	11/06/2001	Ken McCormick, John Johnson and Al Hays received awards for their excellence in teaching, research and service.
55	UNI faculty members honored for outstanding teaching, research and service Campus News Network 12:6, p.2	11/06/2001	Ken McCormick, John Johnson, and Al Hays receive recognition; photo.
56	UNI professor to participate in AP reading program Northern Iowan 97:57, p.2	06/22/2001	John W. Johnson chosen to participate in the annual reading and scoring of the College Board's AP U. S. History exams.
57	UNI professor selected to participate in Advanced Placement reading program Public Relations News Release 2000:472, p.1	06/19/2001	John Johnson will help read and score examinations of the College Board's AP Examination in United States History.
58	John Johnson Campus News Network 10:21, p.	07/03/2000	John Johnson selected to participate in national reading scoring events of U. S. history exams.
59	UNI professor selected to participate in Advanced Placement Reading Public Relations News Release 1999:442, p.1	06/12/2000	Selected to participate in the annual reading and scoring of the College Board's Advanced Placement Examination in U. S. History was John Johnson.
60	History was made nearly 30 years ago when President Nixon visited Moscow Public Relations News Release 1999:414, p.1	05/22/2000	John Johnson will discuss President Nixon's historic trip to Moscow and the signing of the treaty on antiballistic missile systems.
61	Fall of Saigon Public Relations News Release 1999:386, p.1	05/01/2000	Professor John Johnson will discuss the effects of the Viet Nam War on Viet Nam and the United States.
62	The 50th Anniversary of the 22nd Amendment--two terms and you're out Public Relations News Release 1999:274, p.1	02/28/2000	John Johnson, professor and head of the Department of History, will discuss the purpose of the 22nd Amendment.
63	Holocaust survivor to recount experiences at public lecture Wednesday, March 1 Public Relations News Release 1999:271, p.1	02/23/2000	Author David Faber will deliver a lecture on the book, "Because of Romek: A holocaust survivor's remembrances".
64	Do you know your freedoms guaranteed in the Bill of Rights? Public Relations News Release 1999:161, p.1	12/13/1999	Discussion with Professor John Johnson about the guaranteed rights in the Bill of Rights.
65	KUNI publishes RAGBRAI murder mystery Northern Iowan 96:15, p.14	10/19/1999	Murder mystery novel "16,000 Suspects: A RAGBRAI Mystery" compiled the work of seventeen Iowa authors; photo.
66	Columbus Day Public Relations News Release 1999:75, p.1	10/11/1999	Discussion with John Johnson, professor of history, about the origin and meaning of Columbus Day.
67	"McCarthyism" topic for kick-off to University of Northern Iowa History Lecture Series Public Relations News Release 1999:45, p.1	09/17/1999	"The Soft Side of McCarthyism" will be the topic for the 26th Annual Carl L. Becker Memorial Lecture in History; Cold War expert Richard M. Fried will speak on September 22.
68	25 Years ago Richard Nixon resigned rather than face impeachment Public Relations News Release 1999:9, p.1	08/09/1999	Professor and head of the Department of History John Johnson discusses the resignation of President Richard Nixon.
69	America's royal family loses prince Northern Iowan 95:61, p.1	07/23/1999	John Kennedy, Jr., his wife Caroline Bessette-Kennedy, and sister-in-law Lauren Bessette died last Friday when their plane plunged into the ocean near Martha's Vineyard.
70	John Johnson Campus News Network 9:21, p.	07/06/1999	Was selected to participate in annual reading and scoring of College Board's Advance Placement Examinations.
71	1999-2000 Professional Development assignments Campus News Network 9:11, p.2	01/25/1999	Faculty receive PDLs for spring, fall, and academic year 1999-2000.
72	25 years have passed since the Watergate "Saturday Night Massacre" Public Relations News Release 1998:83, p.1	10/15/1998	UNI Professor of History John Johnson to discuss impact of Watergate in 1973 and twenty-five years later.
73	University of Northern Iowa professor John W. Johnson wins award from State Historical Society of Iowa Public Relations News Release 1997:407, p.1	07/22/1998	John W. Johnson received honorable mention in the Benjamin F. Shambaugh Award competition from the State Historical Society of Iowa for his book on student rights .
74	History professor explores landmark student case Northern Iowan 94:27, p.1	12/09/1997	John Johnson's book on Tinker v. Des Moines court case is published; photo.
75	"The Struggle for Student Rights" Public Relations News Release 1997:118, p.2	11/10/1997	University Press of Kansas released preview of John Johnson's new book on the Tinker v. Des Moines court case.
76	Notice to assignment editors Public Relations News Release 1997:118, p.1	11/10/1997	John Johnson's "The Struggle for Student Rights" on Tinker v. Des Moines has recently been released.
77	The Tinker letters to be discussed Wednesday, Oct. 15 in history lecture series at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1997:74, p.1	10/10/1997	John Johnson will present lecture on the "Tinker Letters" in the History Lecture Series. Next speaker will be Charlotte C. Wells.
78	University of Northern Iowa to host Carl L. Becker history lecture Sept. 10 Public Relations News Release 1997:20, p.1	09/09/1997	Linda K. Kerber will deliver a lecture on women and the military as the 24th Carl Becker Memorial Lecture in History. John Johnson will present the next address October 15.
79	Professor Morgan's UNI future in question; insufficient outside research publications, constitutes tenure denial Northern Iowan 93:53, p.1	04/25/1997	Hearing on Carol Morgan's denial of tenure and promotion continues; photo.
80	How is the U. S. Constitution doing on its 209th birthday? Public Relations News Release 1996:31, p.1	09/16/1996	John Johnson says the U. S. Constitution has served us well since being approved at a constitutional convention in Philadelphia in 1787.
81	Charles E. Quirk Campus News Network 6:21, p.3	07/29/1996	Clarification of article from last Kudos: Quirk edited "Sports and the Law: Major Legal Cases" and he and John W. Johnson contributed articles; Johnson also wrote preface.
82	Members inducted into Golden Key National Honor Society at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1995:411, p.1	06/05/1996	Christopher Paul Bock and Sara Carlson were initiated into the Golden Key National Honor Society for outstanding academic achievement.
83	John W. Johnson Campus News Network 6:17, p.	05/06/1996	Faculty members wrote various articles.
84	Northern Lights--observing a dozen decades of great teaching Campus News Network 6:14, p.1	03/25/1996	UNI will celebrate its 120th anniversary with many activities in the fourth week of April.
85	Visiting professor Kermit Hall to speak at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1995:242, p.1	02/27/1996	Kermit Hall to speak at UNI.
86	We're having a party and you're invited to participate! Campus News Network 6:9, p.2	01/16/1996	UNI will celebrate its 120th anniversary April 20-26.
87	ROTH complex to dedicate halls Northern Iowan 92:22, p.4	11/10/1995	Mavis Holmes, Anna McGovern, Daryl Pendergraft, and John Eiklor will be honored in ceremony.
88	University of Northern Iowa hosts program Saturday, November 11 to dedicate new residence halls Public Relations News Release 1995:120, p.1	11/07/1995	New residence halls to be dedicated at UNI during Family Fest Weekend.
89	The trial of the century? Public Relations News Release 1995:82, p.1	10/09/1995	The O. J. Simpson trial is not regarded as the most important trial in history by many.
90	Reforming the judicial system Public Relations News Release 1994:547, p.1	07/10/1995	Public seems to favor some reform for the judicial system.
91	John W. Johnson Campus News Network 5:18, p.	05/30/1995	Named to Fellowship and Grant Committee of the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association.
92	Lang Hall at University of Northern Iowa to be formally dedicated Saturday, May 6 Public Relations News Release 1994:441, p.1	05/03/1995	Auditorium building at the UNI will be named for William Lang.
93	Congress plays ball Public Relations News Release 1994:270, p.1	02/13/1995	Congress is urged to intervene in the baseball strike.
94	Seminar room dedication for former Dean to be held November 9 at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1994:136, p.1	11/03/1994	Donald Howard will be honored by having a seminar room named for him.
95	Supreme changes in court Public Relations News Release 1993:654, p.1	07/18/1994	John Johnson sees few surprise in the supreme court anytime soon.
96	Two UNI history profs reader/scorers for college board program Public Relations News Release 0:634, p.1	06/22/1994	UNI profs participated in the annual reading and scoring of Advanced Placement Examinations in U.S. History.
97	John Johnson Campus News Network 4:18, p.3	05/09/1994	John Johnson received the Thomas Jefferson Prize.
98	UNI professor receives award Northern Iowan 90:55, p.2	04/26/1994	Professor John Johnson receives award for encyclopedia of court cases; photo.
99	University of Northern Iowa professor to receive award for Encyclopedia of Court Cases Public Relations News Release 0:493, p.1	04/19/1994	John Johnson will be honored for his published work entitled "Historic U.S. Court Cases, 1690-1990: An Encyclopedia"
100	The end of an era. Public Relations News Release 0:471, p.1	04/11/1994	John Johnson shares his view of possible successors to Harry Blackman on the Supreme Court.