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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Panther Preview Northern Iowan 119:49, p.5	04/10/2023	A timeline of events happening on campus next week. Some of the events include Grad Fest, 9 Lives Dinner, and The MOVEment Showcase.
2	Panther families celebrate Family Weekend Northern Iowan 119:16, p.4	10/20/2022	Caroline Christensen gives details of the upcoming festivities occurring during Family Weekend and also interviews Assistant Vice President & Dean of Students Allyson Rafanello; photo.
3	Best places to cry on campus Northern Iowan 119:1, p.7	08/25/2022	Olivia Brunsting lists some of the best places to cry on campus including Botanical Center, Rod Library, and music practice rooms.
4	View the night sky with UNI's Observatory Show Northern Iowan 118:54, p.4	05/02/2022	UNI students gather on McCollum Science Hall's rooftop to watch the Observatory Show led by Professor Siobahn M. Morgan and a student assistant, Billy Lange; photo.
5	McCollum reptiles make grand escape Northern Iowan 118:45, p.6	03/31/2022	Written by Dill Emma, Barely Average Writer, the satire article states that reptiles including turtles, snakes Big Noodle and Darth, lizards, and alligators Steve and Wally had escaped from McCollum Science Hall but had since been returned to their homes; photo.
6	Snakes and lizards and turtles, oh my! Northern Iowan 118:40, p.1	03/07/2022	McCollum Science Hall is home to the reptile lab, which houses snakes, turtles, alligators, and more; photos.
7	McCollum mechanical issues cancel class Northern Iowan 117:45, p.1	03/29/2021	All classes in McCollum Hall have been cancelled or moved online March 24 through March 30 due to the failure of two bearings in the fan that circulate the air. As a result of the lack of circulation to the central part of the building, McCollum Hall could not meet Centers for Disease Control & Prevention(CDC) COVID-19 guidelines; photo.
8	Loss of AC in McCollum causes class cancellation Northern Iowan 117:3, p.4	08/27/2020	Classes taking place in McCollum Science Hall were cancelled due to an internal failure in the air conditioning system; photo.
9	Preview: Love a Donor Week Northern Iowan 116:34, p.4	02/10/2020	UNI's eighth annual Love a Donor Week is February 10-14 and includes multiple opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to write thank-you notes to university donors at various locations across campus; photo.
10	Observatory show reaches for the stars Northern Iowan 115:21, p.1	11/05/2018	The observatory dome on top of McCollum Hall is open for a show every Thursday and facilitated by Siobahn Morgan, the head of the earth and environmental sciences department; photo.
11	Panther Portrait: Halloween House Northern Iowan 115:19, p.5	10/29/2018	The American Chemical society, Physics Club, Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, Sigma Gamma Epsilon Earth Science Honor Society, Pre-Med Club and UNI STEM Ambassadors presented the annual "Halloween House" in the McCollum Science Hall; photos.
12	Darby discusses racism in Iowa schools Northern Iowan 114:16, p.3	10/19/2017	Derrick Darby, a professor from the University of Michigan, gives a talk about racism in the education system as a part of the Hearst Lecture Series; photo.
13	2016 Student Guide Northern Iowan 112:54, p.	04/28/2016	The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
14	We are survivors Northern Iowan 112:4, p.1	03/31/2016	Student Vanessa McNeal's film "We Are Survivors," which tells the stories of eight sexual assault survivors, will be screened on April 5 in McCollum Science Hall; photos.
15	Campus study hidey-holes Northern Iowan 112:27, p.1	12/10/2015	As finals approach, various buildings and structures across campus offer study spots for students; photos.
16	Alumni rethinks cancer treatment Northern Iowan 112:17, p.2	10/26/2015	UNI alumni Kimryn Rathmell gave the talk "The Exciting State of Affairs for Drug Development in Cancer: 2015" on October 22 in Lantz Auditorium in McCollum Science Hall as the 19th annual Leland Wilson Lectureship; photos.
17	Science students put on a spooky show Northern Iowan 112:16, p.5	10/22/2015	The UNI American Chemical Society, in collaboration with other campus groups, will hold a Halloween House on October 23.
18	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.
19	UNI to host fifth meeting of Midwest Astrochemistry Consortium Public Relations News Release 2014:194, p.1	03/02/2015	The event will take place on March 6-7, in McCollum Science Hall, room 201. The registration fee is $40 and includes dinner and snacks on Friday as well as lunch on Saturday.
20	NASA speaker coming to UNI to discuss the question 'Are we alone in the universe?' Public Relations News Release 2014:180, p.1	02/11/2015	The 2015 Leland Wilson Endowed Chemistry Lecture on February 25 will be in Lantz Auditorium, located in McCollum Science Hall. Shawn Domagal-Goldman will be giving his presentation, "The Scientific Search for Life on Planets Near and Far."
21	Halloween: science edition Northern Iowan 111:17, p.4	10/27/2014	The UNI Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society and students from the biology, physics, and earth science departments hosted the annual "Halloween House"; photo.
22	Halloween House at UNI offers spooky fun Public Relations News Release 2014:83, p.1	10/14/2014	Students from UNI's American Chemical Society will host their annual "Halloween House", October 24, on the second floor of McCollum Science Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
23	UNI and Luther professors untangle evolution and religion Northern Iowan 110:20, p.2	11/05/2013	UNI hosted a discussion about how evolution undermines religion. Jerry Soneson and Loyal Rue headed the discussion. Not all students agreed with the professors opinions and this was reflected in the question and answer session.
24	Spooky science delights children Northern Iowan 110:18, p.1	10/29/2013	The University of Northern Iowa's American Chemical Society put on their annual Halloween House science show. It encompassed the Devil's Den, Frankenstein's Lab, the Witch's Lair, and Pirate's Cove. The Halloween House taught kids about science; photo.
25	UNI's 'Halloween House' makes science spooky Public Relations News Release 2013:90, p.1	10/14/2013	UNI's American Chemical Society is hosting their annual "Halloween House". This consists of seven different Halloween-themed rooms with various demonstrations and hands-on activities.
26	Award-winning chemistry professor and researcher to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:37, p.1	09/10/2013	Paul Kelter will be speaking at the Leland Wilson Endowed Chemistry Lecture. He will be speaking about effective ways to teach Science in today's society.
27	I Spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:28, p.2	01/18/2013	Mystery photo looks for identification. The previous photo was identified by Sarah Pearce as the wall decoration in McCollum Science Hall on the ground floor near the southwest entrance; photo.
28	Science groups offer Halloween tricks and treats Northern Iowan 109:19, p.8	10/30/2012	Chemistry Club students and faculty host Halloween house for kids to come participate in science experiments; photo.
29	Observatory offers views from out of this world Northern Iowan 109:4, p.6	09/07/2012	Siobahn Morgan conducts an observatory show each Thursday evening. The event starts at 9:00pm. Students learn about objects in the sky and get close up views, using the 12 inch reflecting telescope.
30	UNI opens observatory to the public Public Relations News Release 2012:30, p.1	08/23/2012	Thursday, August 30 at 9:00pm is the date and time for the open house in McCollum Science Hall. People will be able to see the moons of Jupiter. Shows are scheduled every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
31	An alumnus' thoughts on UNI budget cuts Northern Iowan 108:41, p.4	03/02/2012	The thought that his university would have to cut costs brought a harsh reality to Jonathan Hinton. Many statistics are shared, including the doubling of tuition between 1997 and 2007 to make up for lack of funding from Des Moines.
32	Spooky Science Northern Iowan 108:17, p.6	10/25/2011	American Chemical Society students use science to create a Halloween House full of spooky surprises. Several different themed rooms were available to tour. Attendance was excellent. Nitrogen ice cream was a hit; photo.
33	Storm hits Cedar Valley Northern Iowan 108:4, p.2	09/09/2011	Scenes from the September 3rd storm; photo.
34	Construction hits campus Northern Iowan 107:60, p.3	07/22/2011	Each summer construction projects appear on campus. This summer there are many projects that are smaller in nature; photo.
35	Find your hot study spot Northern Iowan 107:54, p.	04/29/2011	Several study areas on campus are noted. Rod Library is one of the best spots. Help is available.
36	Graham Cooks to speak at UNI Wilson lecture Public Relations News Release 2010:75, p.1	09/30/2010	Graham Cooks, a distinguished professor of analytical chemistry at Purdue University, will present "Getting it Right: Identification of Chemicals in Surgery, Forgery, Pharmacy, and Everyday Life," The 2010 Leland Wilson Endowed Chemistry Lecture.
37	UNI to host Family Weekend Public Relations News Release 2010:74, p.1	09/29/2010	On October 2, various programs, academic colleges, and departments will host activities, open houses, and special tours for students and their families. The Family Feast Tailgate will be held at the plaza outside Maucker Union.
38	UNI offers science summer camps for middle school and high school students Public Relations News Release 2009:431, p.1	04/28/2010	Budding scientists will have an opportunity to satisfy their intellectual curiosity on topics ranging from robotics to astronomy to crime fighting with biotechnology at several summer science camps.
39	From beer to beanstalks-it's all rocket science; UNI hosts a presentation of the history of the U. S. space program Public Relations News Release 2009:353, p.1	03/23/2010	The presentation will examine the state of space at the dawn of the 21st century and speculate on what the future holds. Sigma Xi Honor Society is sponsoring the event.
40	UNI to hold summer biotechnology camp for high school students Public Relations News Release 2009:325, p.1	03/11/2010	Students interested in crime-scene investigation can take part in a camp this summer with hands-on experience. "Students will isolate their own DNA from their cheek cells," said Kavita Dhanwada, associate professor of biology and camp director.
41	UNI planetarium to host public astronomy presentations on Thursdays Public Relations News Release 2009:273, p.1	02/12/2010	The Department of Earth Science will hold the presentations in Latham Hall on Thursdays at 7 and 8 p.m. through March 11. The computer-controlled system can show the location of current objects in the sky. Admission is free.
42	H1N1 to Z-day: always be prepared Northern Iowan 106:18, p.5	10/30/2009	Tips on where best to survive the dreaded flu or zombie day. The dorms, Campanile, McCollum Hall, Rialto, and Rod Library all have pluses and minuses; photo.
43	UNI Graduate College Brown Bag Lecture Series to feature Stalp Oct. 7 Public Relations News Release 2009:90, p.1	09/30/2009	"I Have the Most Fabric: Quilters, Fabric Stash Accumulation, and the Global Phenomenon of Quilting" is the title of a lecture to be given by Marybeth Stalp. The lecture will center on how and why contemporary women quilt.
44	Co-founder of green chemistry to speak at UNI Wilson lecture Public Relations News Release 2009:36, p.1	09/09/2009	John Warner, president and CTE of the Warner Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry and the Beyond Benign Foundation, will present the lecture called, "Green Chemistry: Theory and Practice." Warner is a renowned and award-winning scientist.
45	Co-founder of green chemistry to speak at UNI Wilson lecture Public Relations News Release 2009:33, p.1	09/09/2009	"Green Chemistry: Theory and Practice," the 2009 Leland Wilson Endowed Chemistry Lecture at the college, will be presented at 7:30 p.m., Sept. 24, in Lantz Auditorium in McCollum Science Hall. John Warner will present the lecture.
46	UNI Foundation; making an impact for 50 years Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.8	09/01/2009	Brief history of the Foundation, which was established in 1959, with $14,000 in assets from the Alumni Association and the Seerley Foundation; raised $18 million last year; a look at some of the work that it funds; photo.
47	Hari Shankar Memorial Lecture to be held at UNI April 14 Public Relations News Release 2008:450, p.1	04/07/2009	"The Iowa Core Curriculum for K-12 Mathematics: Important Mathematics, Effective Teaching and Deep Learning" will be the topic of the lecture. Eric Hart, adjunct associate professor of mathematics at Maharishi University will explore the math part of ICC.
48	Sigma Xi to host African astronomy knowledge lecture Public Relations News Release 2008:204, p.1	11/07/2008	Guest lecturer, Jarita Holbrook, of the Bureau of Applied Research in Anthropology at the University of Arizona, will speak on African astronomy. The lecture will present an overview of 500 years of collected information on the topic.
49	UNI's CME to host political analyst Ronald Walters on results and impact of the 2008 election Public Relations News Release 2008:202, p.1	11/06/2008	Walters is a Distinguished Leadership Scholar at the James MacGregor Burns Academy of Leadership, and professor of government and politics at the University of Maryland. He will speak about the results and impact of the 2008 presidential election.
50	Halloween House at UNI offers thrills and chills Public Relations News Release 2008:158, p.1	10/20/2008	Creepy things will come out in the night during the Halloween House on the second floor at McCollum Science Hall. "Students in costume will help children with hands-on chemistry activities, such as making liquid-nitrogen ice cream.
51	Sept. 19 - 21 features family-focused events at UNI Public Relations News Release 2008:80, p.1	09/17/2008	Parents and other family members are invited to visit and partake in family-focused on-campus activities during Family Weekend.
52	'Cross-Racial Mis-identifications' topic for UNI Graduate College "Brown Bag Lunch' Public Relations News Release 2008:74, p.1	09/15/2008	Eyewitness identification within the judicial system will be discussed at noon in the McCollum Science Hall.
53	Zare of Stanford University to speak at UNI Wilson lecture 'How to Succeed in Research and Life' Public Relations News Release 2008:70, p.1	09/11/2008	Richard Zare, the Marguerite Blake Wilson Professor in Natural Science and chair of the Department of Chemistry at Stanford University, will present the lecture in Lantz Auditorium in McCollum Science Hall.
54	UNI classes begin Monday, Aug. 25; 'Panther Fest' offers variety of activities Public Relations News Release 2008:15, p.1	08/15/2008	The welcome week festival will kick off Thursday in the McLeod Center south lawn with a Panther Picnic. There will be free food for the first 1,000 students, outdoor games and music.
55	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:37, p.11	02/22/2008	View of icy sidewalks near the Greenhouse and McCollum Science Hall; photo.
56	Universitas magazine showcases graduate students Northern Iowan 102:39, p.1	02/21/2006	Professor of English, Richard Utz, hopes to end academic exclusion with his new publication. Univesitas is a scholarly web-based journal and a bi-annual publication. The first issue was posted last September, and the second issue is due out April 1.
57	Russell Hall renovation fund exceeds goal Northern Iowan 102:37, p.6	02/14/2006	Surpass $2 million goal; state will contribute $7.8 million; will include upgrades and new work; may begin in February 2007 and be complete by August 2008.
58	$112 million raised for UNI Northern Iowa Today 90:1, p.18	01/01/2006	Survey of results of the Students First Capital Campaign; photo.
59	Mountain-climbing doctor to present Wilson Chemistry Lecture Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	09/08/2005	Charles Huss, 1971 UNI alumnus, will speak about his expedition to Mt. Everest in McCollum Science Hall; the ChemWall, also in the Science Hall, will be dedicated before the lecture.
60	New biology major result of major projects on campus Northern Iowan 102:2, p.1	08/30/2005	Plant bioscience will be offered for the first time at UNI; photo.
61	UNI's Chem Wall creates gateway to chemistry Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	07/25/2005	New interactive periodic table is informative and inviting.
62	Photo opportunity: New public art being installed in UNI's McCollum Science Center addition Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	05/24/2005	"Lipid Love" to be installed by creator artist Mara Haseltine.
63	Fountains on campus; awarding those less wishy-washy, more reliable Northern Iowan 101:37, p.10	02/15/2005	Author provides his opinion on the best and worst drinking fountains on campus; photo.
64	Delivering on the promise: the next step Northern Iowa Today 89:1, p.36	01/01/2005	Vice President William Calhoun considers the achievements of the Students First Capital Campaign; looks the UNI's future; photo.
65	Lunar eclipse viewing will take place Oct. 27 at UNI Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	10/20/2004	Will view from observatory of McCollum Science Hall through a telescope.
66	Tuesday, Sept. 21 Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	09/20/2004	Leland Wilson Chemistry Lecture features Nancy Wilson Ashback at 8 p. m. in McCollum Science Hall.
67	Dear students, faculty, and staff Northern Iowan 101:1, p.1	08/27/2004	President Koob welcomes students back to campus and explains some changes; photo.
68	HPC receives major $500,000 grant Northern Iowan 100:55, p.5	04/30/2004	R. J. McElroy Trust pledges $500,000 toward construction of Human Performance Center.
69	NI year in news Northern Iowan 100:55, p.1	04/30/2004	Recap of news stories and photographs from the 2003-2004 school year; photo.
70	Omnibus Bill proposes level funding, renovation bonds Northern Iowan 100:47, p.1	04/02/2004	Description of the Republican state legislative plan for the 2005 budget.
71	Science programs launch new era Northern Iowa Today 88:1, p.10	01/01/2004	Faculty note how the opening of the addition to McCollum Science Hall will affect study in biology and chemistry.
72	McCollum participates in dedication Northern Iowan 100:13, p.3	10/14/2003	New addition to McCollum Science Hall was dedicated last week; Iowa Senator John W. Jensen receives appreciation plaque from President Koob; photo.
73	UNI to dedicate McCollum Science Hall addition Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	10/03/2003	Describes advantages gained through the new 64,000 square-foot addition.
74	Mars closest to Earth in 60,000 years -- UNI celebrates Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	08/20/2003	Department of Earth Science plans to make the most of this rare occurrence.
75	Springtime at UNI Northern Iowa Today 87:2, p.	07/01/2003	Scenes from spring 2003, including meetings, celebrations, and construction; photo.
76	Watch out below; Maucker Union and McCollum Science Hall are under construction Northern Iowan 99:2, p.1	09/06/2002	McCollum Science Hall is being expanded to include much needed space for the Biology and Chemistry departments; Maucker Union is also undergoing renovation and expansion; photo.
77	Long-term building projects focus on student needs Northern Iowa Today 86:2, p.6	07/01/2002	Review of campus construction projects; roster of contractors and architects; dates of expected completion; photo.
78	'01-'02: a year like no other Northern Iowan 98:55, p.16	05/03/2002	The 2001-2002 school year contained a number of memorable incidents, including September 11, budget cuts, construction on McCollum Science Hall, the planned closing of the Price Lab high school and others.
79	Worker burned in accident at UNI Northern Iowan 98:34, p.1	02/08/2002	A Young's Heating and Plumbing employee was burned by hot steam or water at the McCollum Hall construction site.
80	McCollum Science Hall addition Northern Iowa Today 86:1, p.17	01/01/2002	Description of 65,000 square foot addition; project budgeted at $16.9 million; photo.
81	Student unhappy about money spent on McCollum renovation Northern Iowan 98:22, p.7	11/16/2001	Questions the University for adding on to McCollum Science Hall.
82	Gaping hole begins McCollum construction Northern Iowan 98:20, p.1	11/09/2001	Addition to McCollum Science Hall will add additional classrooms, labs, faculty offices, and research space; photo.
83	McCollum lot to close Northern Iowan 97:32, p.1	01/26/2001	University planning parking spots around the proposed intermodal transportation center.
84	Carver gift will purchase much-needed science equipment Campus News Network 85:1, p.22	01/01/2001	Donations from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust help supply improvements of equipment in McCollum Science Hall. Highlights UNI's growing biology program and educational opportunities.
85	Carver gift will purchase much-needed science equipment Northern Iowa Today 85:1, p.22	01/01/2001	$1 million gift will go toward new equipment in McCollum Science Hall.
86	Carver gift will purchase much-needed science equipment Northern Iowa Today 85:1, p.22	01/01/2001	Donations from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust help supply improvements of equipment in McCollum Science Hall. Highlights UNI's growing biology program and educational opportunities.
87	Carver Grant gives UNI Science Department a chance to evolve Northern Iowan 97:10, p.1	09/29/2000	The Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust has given $1 million for the purchase of new scientific instruments for McCollum Science Hall; photo.
88	Carver gift to UNI campaign will purchase much-needed science equipment Public Relations News Release 2000:85, p.1	09/20/2000	Renovations are planned for the McCollum Science Hall to serve the growing number of Biology and Chemistry majors.
89	McCollum funding will benefit students Northern Iowan 96:36, p.1	02/11/2000	$16.9 million addition and renovation planned; awaiting funding.
90	Investing in the future: McCollum Science Hall Northern Iowan 96:34, p.1	02/04/2000	Students are lobbying state legislators to appropriate money to remodel McCollum Science Hall.
91	McCollum renovations recommended to Iowa Legislature Northern Iowan 96:11, p.1	10/05/1999	UNI hopes to receive $16.9 million from the Legislature for a 70,000 square foot expansion of McCollum Hall; photo.
92	Biology Department seeks funding for new facility Northern Iowan 95:56, p.1	06/11/1999	Increased enrollment in biology program created need for new, larger, improved facility.
93	Getting "wired" at UNI Campus News Network 8:6, p.1	10/27/1997	Information Technology Services office has been upgrading and improving wiring in campus buildings.
94	Pardon our progress Campus News Network 6:18, p.4	05/28/1996	Report on construction projects underway on campus, including razing of two university-owned houses.
95	Preliminary budget, new initiatives approved Campus News Network 5:19, p.1	06/19/1995	Regents approved $100 million preliminary general fund operating budget.
96	University of Northern Iowa outdoor track project description, budget approved Public Relations News Release 1994:476, p.1	05/17/1995	Board of Regents awards contracts for work at UNI.
97	UNI awarded NSF grant Campus News Network 5:16, p.4	04/24/1995	$333,000 grant from NSF and UNI matching funds will fund renovations of science research facilities.
98	UNI awarded $333,000 by the National Science Foundation Northern Edition 3:13, p.3	04/19/1995	Two year grant will help renovate chemistry and environmental science research facilities.
99	UNI awarded $330,000 grant from National Science Foundation Northern Iowan 91:54, p.5	04/18/1995	Grant will help in renovation of chemistry and environmental science facilities.
100	University of Northern Iowa awarded $333,000 grant from National Science Foundation Public Relations News Release 1994:382, p.1	04/12/1995	UNI receives grant to aid in renovating the chemistry and environmental science research facilities.