Northern Iowa Student Government [NISG]

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201 Letter to the editor
Northern Iowan 111:37, p.3
Student Nathan Davis urges students to run for senate.
202 Rental code passed final reading
Northern Iowan 111:37, p.1
New rental laws will be implemented on non related renters.
203 Candidates vie for office
Northern Iowan 111:36, p.1
The Northern Iowa Student Government has begun it's campaign for president and vice president.
204 Meet the presidential candidates
Northern Iowan 111:36, p.1
Photos of the 2015 Northern Iowa Student Government candidates; photo.
205 Letter to the editor
Northern Iowan 111:33, p.3
Graduate assistant Megan Vogt thanks those who attended Tim Wise's speech on racial equality.
206 NISG Elections: the blog is back
Northern Iowan 111:31, p.3
Student Corey Cooling announces the return of the Northern Iowans blog covering the NISG elections; photo.
207 Provost search continues
Northern Iowan 111:30, p.1
The search for a new provost is coming to an end; photo.
208 Women at the helm at UNI
Northern Iowan 111:30, p.1
NISG held a training session to help women become more interested in running for political office.
209 Training Panther women to lead
Public Relations News Release 2014:153, p.1
UNI will host "Elect Her--Campus Women Win" on January 24, in the Old Central Ballroom in Maucker Union.
210 UNI to host internationally acclaimed author Tim Wise
Public Relations News Release 2014:155, p.1
Tim Wise will be at UNI on February 2, in the Great Hall at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. These events are free and open to the public.
211 Pedaling rented rides
Northern Iowan 111:20, p.2
The UNI Office of Sustainability and the Norther Iowa student government are proposing the idea of a bike rental system on campus.
212 Early satellite voting for UNI
Northern Iowan 111:16, p.1
Student attending UNI are able to take part in early voting at the Maucker Union; photo
213 UNI student government to sponsor Voterpalooza on Oct. 1
Public Relations News Release 2014:63, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG), in partnership with Northern Iowa Democrats and UNI College Republicans, will sponsor Voterpoolza, October 1 at the Campanile on the UNI campus. Voter registration will be available and is encouraged.
214 Northern Iowan Student Government
Northern Iowan 111:1, p.3
The Norther Iowa Student Government consists of student representatives from each college on campus to make up three branches of student government.
215 Panthers are back in session; Ruud and NISG welcome students back to campus
Northern Iowan 111:1, p.1
President Ruud and NISG leaders outline UNI high points and ask students to take an interest in their campus; urge them to become involved in campus matters; photo.
216 A welcome from your NISG president and vice president
Northern Iowan 110:55, p.
Paul Andersen and Kevin Gartman welcome new students.
217 Northern Iowa Student Government
Northern Iowan 110:55, p.
Describes the purpose of Northern Iowa Student Government and lists the students involved in NISG for next year; photo.
218 Gartman and Andersen gear up for the new year
Northern Iowan 110:54, p.1
While in office, Kevin Gartman and Paul Andersen hope to share what they have found at UNI: an enriching campus. Also on the agenda is boosting enrollment and incorporating international students into student-friendly activities; photo.
219 Shuttle running out of steam
Northern Iowan 110:54, p.1
UNI's Panther Shuttle may be in jeopardy next year. For the past three years funding has been $30,000 in the red according to Thomas Madsen, former NISG president. The complexes have not signed the revised contracts to pay for advertising on the shuttle.
220 Committee unaware of fee hike
Northern Iowan 110:52, p.1
A $25 increase in the Student Services Fee for 2015 was passed without the knowledge of several Student Services Fee Committee members. The fee funds services such as NISG, the Northern Iowan, and athletics; photo.
221 NISG leaders pass the torch
Northern Iowan 110:52, p.4
NISG President Tom Madsen and Vice President Blake Findley reflect on their time in office. They pass the torch to Kevin Gartman and Paul Andersen; photo.
222 Lynda Yates to lecture at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2013:260, p.1
Lynda Yates, an associate professor of linguistics at Macquarie University in Australia, will present her lecture "Communication, Language and preparing for the Work Place". April 28 in Seerley Hall.
223 Bass brings vast experience to CSBS
Northern Iowan 110:51, p.1
Brenda Bass has been named the new Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. She has been with UNI since 1996. She is excited about this new opportunity.
224 Madsen reflects on student services fee decision
Northern Iowan 110:50, p.1
Thomas Madsen and Blake Findley approved the Board of Regents' request to remove $25 of funding for athletics from the General Education Fund. This money will be converted to the Student Services Fee fund. Some argue this may not be the right decision.
225 Future president and vice president push involvement
Northern Iowan 110:45, p.5
The future UNI NISG president and vice president push for student involvement in their letter to the editor; photo.
226 UNI student body elects leaders for 2014-15 school year
Public Relations News Release 2013:205, p.1
Kevin Gartman and Paul Anderson were elected as NISG president and vice president. They will promote activities that are in the best interest of students. The representatives will take office on April 15.
227 All-staff opinion column: What are your thoughts on student government?
Northern Iowan 110:42, p.3
Three Northern Iowan opinion columnists give their opinions on the Northern Iowa Student Government.
228 NISG tries cutting course packet costs
Northern Iowan 110:41, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government is making an effort to cut costs by not charging students for course packets. They feel that students should not have to pay for material that is not protected under copyright.
229 Panthers storm the capitol
Northern Iowan 110:40, p.1
Many UNI students and faculty when to the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines for the second annual UNI Day at the Capitol. They were able to tell stories about the people at UNI to show the representatives UNI's impact on Iowa.
230 NISG candidates receive support
Northern Iowan 110:39, p.3
Several students wrote letters to the editor about the upcoming NISG election. These students spoke out about which candidates were the most qualified and what these candidates have already done to help improve the University of Northern Iowa; photo.
231 Panther Portraits: Military Ball
Northern Iowan 110:39, p.4
Photos of students at the military ball hosted by the Department of Military Science; photo.
232 UNI groups bond over Times trivia
Northern Iowan 110:39, p.1
The New York Times sponsored a trivia night at UNI. Groups from all over campus came together to compete for the grand prize of $125. Many students and faculty enjoyed bonding throughout the night; photo.
233 NISG candidates vie for office
Northern Iowan 110:38, p.1
A Northern Iowa Student Government debate was held for the presidential candidates in the upcoming election. Corey Cooling and his running mate Eric Boisen discussed current issues with Kevin Gartman and his running mate Paul Andersen; photo.
234 Student Voices: What did you take away from the NISG presidential debate?
Northern Iowan 110:38, p.1
Several students responded to the question, "What did you take away from the NISG presidential debate?".
235 NISG campaigning picks up speed
Northern Iowan 110:37, p.1
NISG campaigning has gotten off to a quick start. Candidates will have an open forum on February 18 at 5:00 p.m. in the Maucker Union Coffee House. Election polls will open online on February 25 and close on February 26.
236 Branstad hopes to draw incoming veterans to Iowa
Northern Iowan 110:32, p.1
Governor Terry Branstad hopes to bring more veterans into the state of Iowa through Home Base Iowa Initiative. This includes offering veterans and their families in-state tuition and having military pensions exempt from state income tax.
237 Readership program flourishes in 1st year
Northern Iowan 110:30, p.2
The Collegiate Readership Program at UNI was created by Chris Miller and is funded by the Northern Iowa Student Government. This program allows students to keep up on current events and educate themselves through reading the paper.
238 Branstad's budget hits UNI issues
Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1
UNI will receive an extra $8 million for the next two fiscal years, if Governor Branstad's 2015 budget is passed. This is not as much as UNI requested. Branstad also requested $32.9 million to renovate Schindler Education Center; photo.
239 It's here, it's queer, it's the new LGBT Center
Northern Iowan 110:28, p.3
The new LGBT Center opened December 10, 2013. The new center is meant to meet the needs of LGBT students. UNI has come a long way in supporting the LGBT community; photo.
240 Panther Portraits: Maucker Union open house
Northern Iowan 110:28, p.2
Photographs of students using the new offices in the upper plaza of the union; photo.
241 Read up and get educated about UNI
Northern Iowan 110:24, p.4
The editorial staff of the Northern Iowan urge students to educate themselves on current events and legislation regarding UNI. By being active members of the UNI community students will be better able to voice their opinions.
242 Madsen and Findley reflect on semester
Northern Iowan 110:23, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government President Tom Madsen and Vice President Blake Findley reflect on their first semester in office; photo.
243 Letter to the editor
Northern Iowan 110:20, p.3
The author responds to the T-shirt exchange program that allows students to exchange a T-shirt from the University of Iowa or Iowa State University for a University of Northern Iowa one. She feels that this is a great way to promote school spirit; photo.
244 Renovations finishing up in Maucker Union
Northern Iowan 110:20, p.1
The renovations to Maucker Union are finishing up. These renovations include remodeling the International Students and Scholars Office as well as creating offices for the Student Involvement Center; photo.
245 UNI requests more funding for athletics from students: Athletics hopes to reduce reliance on general fund
Northern Iowan 110:20, p.1
UNI is requesting the approval of the Board of Regents in raising the student services fee by $25. This would allow the athletic department to reduce their reliance on the general education fund.
246 Republicans discuss push for funding increase at UNI
Northern Iowan 110:19, p.1
Walt Rogers and Dean Fisher both spoke at the public forum held at UNI. These Republican Representatives support an increase in funding for UNI. At the forum taxes, employment, and cyber-bullying were several other topics discussed; photo.
247 Class scheduling changes introduced at NISG meeting
Northern Iowan 110:17, p.2
For the 2014 fall semester, the Office of the Registrar is adding a 75-minute class slot on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; a Saturday morning class slot; and a three-hour class slot at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays.
248 Letter to the editor
Northern Iowan 110:17, p.3
Says UNI should celebrate Veterans Day. It should be made an additional holiday. No one deserves recognition more than our veterans.
249 UNI students pump up the pep for Homecoming
Northern Iowan 110:14, p.1
The finals of the pride cry were held at the Homecoming Pep Rally. Student Admissions Ambassadors/Connecting Alumni to Students won. Dance Marathon came in second, while Alpha Delta Pi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon came in third; photo.
250 Purple Tie Affair: UNI puts its best foot forward for Homecoming
Northern Iowan 110:11, p.1
The Homecoming theme this year is Purple Tie Affair. Homecoming starts with the Homecoming Kickoff at 5:30pm on Monday, October 12.
251 Tuition freeze could occur again
Northern Iowan 110:11, p.1
The Board of Regents announced they are supporting another tuition freeze. Student-body president, Tom Madsen, and vice-president, Blake Findley, will go to Des Moines in January to lobby for UNI in the legislature; photo.
252 Military banners raise debate at NISG senate
Northern Iowan 110:8, p.1
The Northern Iowa Student Government voted to grant funding for seven banners for the UNI Veterans Association. The vote was seven in favor and six against for all of the banners; photo.
253 NISG wants green light for more buses
Northern Iowan 110:6, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government wants more buses to run on Homecoming weekend to deal with the large number of students. They believe that this would help students to get around safely; photo.
254 Panther sports teams sponsored t-shirt exchange
Northern Iowan 110:4, p.4
Photos taken at the UNI t-shirt exchange. Students were able to exchange their University of Iowa of Iowa State University shirts for a one featuring UNI; photo.
255 Renovations planned for Maucker Union: Student Involvement Center, International Services to be updated
Northern Iowan 109:55, p.1
Construction will soon start on the upper level of Maucker Union. The Student Involvement Center and International Services will face renovations. An LGBT and Military and Veterans Centers will be added.
256 Three UNI graduates receive Lux Service Award
Public Relations News Release 2012:299, p.1
Karl Baresel, Darvel Givens, and Theresa Luensmann were recognized during the 2013 spring commencement ceremony as recipients of the university's most prestigious award for undergraduates.
257 Three UNI graduates receive Lux Service Award
Public Relations News Release 2012:298, p.1
Karl Baresel of Davenport; Darvel Givens of Waterloo; and Theresa Luensmann of Aspinwall received the university's most prestigious award for undergraduates during the 2013 spring commencement ceremony.
258 14. Meet your Northern Iowa Student Government
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.
Description of what NISG does and who is currently involved; photo.
259 2. From your NISG president and vice president
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.
Student body president, Tom Madsen, and vice president, Blake Findley, welcome new students to UNI. They encourage them to join different student organizations on campus. They explain why NISG is important; photo.
260 Bancroft-Smithe and White reflect on year in office
Northern Iowan 109:54, p.1
The former student body president, Jordan Bancroft-Smithe, and former student body vice president, KaLeigh White feel like their time in office was a success. They wish they could have done more, but they are satisfied with what they accomplished; photo.
261 Hurst and Jessip appointed by Senate
Northern Iowan 109:53, p.1
The Northern Iowa Student Government senate approved the appointments of Victoria Hurst and Alicia Jessip. Victoria Hurst will become the new director of governmental relations; Alicia Jessip will become the director of diversity and student life, photo.
262 Board set to review student service fees
Northern Iowan 109:52, p.1
The Board of Regents had their annual vote regarding changes to student service fees. Former NISG president, Jordan Bancroft-Smithe plans on publishing the allocations of these funds in the near future so students can be aware of the process.
263 New NISG senate is ready for hard decisions
Northern Iowan 109:51, p.3
Jordan Wilmes responds to the Peter Ickes letter in the previous publication. He stands behind his decision to deny both Elijah Seay and Beth Monnier positions on the cabinet and feels it was in UNI's best interest.
264 April 10 senate meeting disappointing
Northern Iowan 109:50, p.3
Says that the April 10 NISG meeting was very upsetting because two qualified individuals were denied positions as executive directors. Beth Monnier and Elijah Seay were questioned in an unprofessional way. It was not fair, nor welcomed.
265 Keep an eye on NISG
Northern Iowan 109:49, p.4
The author urges students to hold our elected officials of NISG accountable. Leaders need to be able to do the work expected of them, and lead by example. He hopes that our newly elected president and vice president will get the job done.
266 NISG senate out of touch with constituents
Northern Iowan 109:49, p.4
Author feels that the NISG senate is out of touch with students and will attempt to undermine the new executives every chance they get. He feels that denying Beth Monnier and Elijah Rogeay positions on the cabinet was a perfect example of this.
267 NISG senate rejects 2 directors: Madsen and Findley say future plans are unknown
Northern Iowan 109:49, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government rejected both Beth Monnier and Elijah Seay for positions of the executive branch. Beth Monnier was running as the director of governmental relations, and Elijah Seay as the director of diversity and student life.
268 New senate rejects 2 of 4 executive branch candidates
Northern Iowan 109:48, p.1
The Northern Iowa Student Government's new president and vice-president, Tom Madsen and Blake Findley, appointed executive directors for NISG. The newly elected senators questioned the appointees. Two of the four appointees did not receive enough votes.
269 NISG brings Iowa state legislators to UNI
Public Relations News Release 2012:265, p.1
Northern Iowa student government will hold a legislative forum presented by a panel of Iowa state legislators. This event is free and open to the public.
270 NISG finalizes 2013-14 budget
Northern Iowan 109:47, p.1
The Northern Iowa Student Government has finalized the budget for the 2013-14 school year. Funds are down due to a decrease in enrollment. Many student organizations' funding requests have been considered in the budget.
271 Apathy is the name of the game
Northern Iowan 109:40, p.4
Student Blake Ruane voices his opinion on the lack of voters for the NISG elections. He thinks that more students should become involved because the students elected are representing the whole student body in important decisions.
272 Student Voices
Northern Iowan 109:37, p.1
Several students respond to the question: "What are you looking for in the next Northern Iowa Student Government president and vice president?".
273 The pundits and trolls are getting old
Northern Iowan 109:37, p.3
The author feels that anonymous twitter accounts such as @Panther_Pundit and @NISGtroll are getting a little out of hand. The authors of these accounts are making bold and somewhat rude claims about the student body presidential election.
274 Meet the candidates for NISG president and vice president
Northern Iowan 109:36, p.1
Photograph, website, and Facebook information for each candidate for president and vice president of Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
275 Northern Iowa Student Government annual budgetary process
Northern Iowan 109:36, p.3
Reminder that NISG applications are available.
276 UNI gathers at Iowa Capitol
Northern Iowan 109:35, p.1
UNI students, staff, and alumni joined the first ever "UNI Day" in Des Moines, Iowa. They shared UNI's story with legislators and expressed the importance of UNI; photo.
277 Why I'm voting for KaLeigh and Alicia
Northern Iowan 109:35, p.4
Student Chris Miller voices his support for student body presidential candidates KaLeigh and Alicia. He feels they have already done a lot to improve UNI and will continue to do this if elected.
278 Why I'm voting for Tom and Blake
Northern Iowan 109:35, p.5
Ian Goldsmith voices the reasons why he feels Tom Madsen and Blake Findley are the most qualified to take over the position of student body president and vice president. He feels they have experience that has prepared them for office.
279 NISG debates procedure on funding bills
Northern Iowan 109:30, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government defeated a bill that would have eliminated the second reading of funding bills under $1000, on a vote of three to twelve.
280 UNI students serve the Cedar Valley on MLK Day
Northern Iowan 109:29, p.1
UNI students volunteer at the Northeast Iowa Food Bank, Catholic Worker House, Cedar Valley Hospitality House, Ridgeway Place, Country View Care Center, and the Center for Energy and Environmental Education.
281 Mandatory information meetings for the Northern Iowa Student Government annual budgetary process
Northern Iowan 109:28, p.3
Mandatory informational meetings for student organizations to be held January 22 and 23 from 6:00-7:00 pm in the State College Room of the Maucker Union.
282 NISG votes in support of gradual student teaching fee increase
Northern Iowan 109:26, p.1
Northern Iowa Student Government votes in support of gradually increasing fees starting in fall 2013. Change in state requirements, no income during student teaching, and sudden announcement of increase are reasons for passage of resolution.
283 LGBT Center committee responds to anti-Center campus posters
Northern Iowan 109:20, p.6
Student responds to anti-LGBT letters posted on campus and social media. Addresses the need for an LGBT Center to educate the campus community.
284 Angry? Talk to your NISG senators
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.7
Summary of letters posted against the formation of an LGBT center. Students encouraged to share concerns with their NISG senators. URL given to find list of NISG senators online.
285 NISG votes against resolution supporting tuition freeze
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.1
Board of Regents held a meeting to discuss risk in supporting tuition freeze. Concerns raised regarding whether or not UNI would get additional financial assistance.
286 Get ready to vote and get to know local candidates
Northern Iowan 109:15, p.3
Information on upcoming election dates and candidates. Brief summaries of each candidate's platform.
287 LGBT Suicide and Hate Crime Vigil
Northern Iowan 109:14, p.9
UNI Proud sponsors vigil for fight against hate and injustice.
288 UNI Proud's Annual Homecoming Out Week!
Northern Iowan 109:14, p.5
Schedule of UNI Proud events for Homecoming 2012
289 Early voting continues on UNI campus
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.1
Several locations on campus allow early voting to accommodate student schedules. Iowa makes it easy for people to vote, offering many different options. Students encouraged to get involved and participate in voting.
290 Student body president, vice president discuss goals for year
Northern Iowan 109:12, p.1
Goals met include registration of two thousand new voters; expansion of Green Initiative on campus; passage of College Readership Program. Final term to focus on approval for two streetlights on campus; improve communication with students; photo
291 Voting: it starts with a whisper
Northern Iowan 109:12, p.4
Encourages students to vote in the upcoming election. Voting is a sacred right that dates back to the early days; is an outlet to get your voice and ideas heard ; every vote makes a difference.
292 VoterPalooza helps students register to vote, educates them about candidates
Northern Iowan 109:9, p.1
NISG hosted VoterPalooza on September 20 at Lawther Field. Various student organizations were represented at the event; photo
293 The University of Northern Iowa's student government to host VoterPalooza
Public Relations News Release 2012:65, p.1
UNI's Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) will host VoterPalooza. Students will have the opportunity to register to vote, learn about candidates, and get more information about election season.
294 A look into the UNI Faculty Senate
Northern Iowan 109:6, p.1
The role of the Faculty Senate examined: what does the senate do, how was it created, and what is the chair of the faculty senate. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend senate meetings.
295 Be an informed voter
Northern Iowan 109:5, p.4
Take time to determine what really matters to you in the upcoming election. Are education, women's rights, or international problems high on your agenda? Examine Web sites, newspapers, and voting records of candidates. Young people need to vote; photo.
296 SIAC changes to SIC
Northern Iowan 109:5, p.2
Change eliminates confusion with the acronym. The Student Involvement Center covers fraternities, sororities, NISG, and leadership and service programming.
297 From the president's desk
Northern Iowan 109:4, p.4
Student body president updates faculty, staff, and students on his activities during the summer and the first weeks of the fall semester.
298 Nov. 6: Mark the date
Northern Iowan 109:2, p.7
Students urged to vote on November 6. Study the candidates and the issues. Remember elected officials make daily decisions that have an effect on our lives. VOTE !!!
299 Welcome from your student body president
Northern Iowan 109:1, p.8
Students are encouraged to meet new friends and welcome freshmen to campus. A brief introduction to the Northern Iowa Student Government provided; photo.
300 Hello new Panthers !
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.
Greetings from the president and vice-president of the student body; photo.