Northern Iowa Student Government [NISG]

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#	Title	Date	Summary
401	Vote Rhonda and Adam Northern Iowan 107:37, p.7	02/18/2011	Support shown for Rhonda Greenway and Adam Beaves for president and vice president of the student body; photo.
402	Vote Spencer and Ian Northern Iowan 107:37, p.7	02/18/2011	Support shown for Spencer and Ian in the NISG elections; photo.
403	Walrath-Goldsmith found not guilty of early campaigning allegations Northern Iowan 107:37, p.1	02/18/2011	NISG Attorney General Andrew Miller accused the Walrath-Goldsmith ticket of making two videos prior to the start of the election process. The videos were posted on Facebook. The election committee found in the ticket's favor.
404	What has my student body president done for me and the university? Northern Iowan 107:37, p.7	02/18/2011	Joel Anderson has met with each member of the Board of Regents individually during the past year. He has been involved with cutting fees for students and seeking sponsors for the Panther Shuttle and SafeRide.
405	NISG 2011 Senate elections Northern Iowan 107:35, p.3	02/11/2011	Ballot for this year's senate elections. There are twenty-eight open positions. Students may start write-in campaigns for those positions.
406	NISG senate allows closed organizations Northern Iowan 107:35, p.1	02/11/2011	NISG constitution amended to allow recognition of organizations that are open to all students and those that are not. NISG will not recognize organizations that discriminate in ways that violate university policy or laws.
407	Funding process for student organizations underway Northern Iowan 107:34, p.5	02/08/2011	Northern Iowa Student Government provides funding with a Spring Budgeting Process and the Immediate Needs Funding Process. Organizations apply in the spring for money needed for the following academic year.
408	Why I'm voting for Spencer and Ian Northern Iowan 107:34, p.12	02/08/2011	Support shown for Spencer Walrath and Ian Goldsmith for president and vice president of the student body.
409	Elections 2011: get to know the candidates Northern Iowan 107:33, p.1	02/04/2011	Short biographies on the candidates for president and vice president of the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
410	NISG senate to downsize Northern Iowan 107:31, p.1	01/28/2011	A upcoming student body vote will determine the future size of the student government senate, which currently has forty members; bill has been introduced to reduce the number of senators to twenty-one.
411	NISG pushes for internal change Northern Iowan 107:30, p.1	01/25/2011	Student government needs to change. Transparency is the major issue. There is a movement toward a smaller senate. NISG needs to deal with the lack of interest among the student body.
412	The time for change is now Northern Iowan 107:29, p.7	01/21/2011	Northern Iowa Student Government needs of change. Bickering amongst themselves is not serving the needs of the students. Students need to contact their representative. Should the Senate be smaller?
413	'We establish this Constitution in order to Northern Iowan 107:27, p.10	12/10/2010	Discussion of the NISG constitution and proposed procedural changes.
414	Holiday wish list Northern Iowan 107:27, p.10	12/10/2010	Members of the editorial staff share their hopes for the new year. President Allen's health, basketball success, students taking group projects more seriously, and hopes for a snow day are some of the wishes.
415	In the capitol Northern Iowan 107:27, p.1	12/10/2010	Northern Iowa Student Government is lobbying for a statewide sales tax holiday on textbooks. Students are encouraged to participate in special lobbying days. NISG hopes to increase awareness of UNI by training students in lobbying; photo.
416	NISG fall election results Northern Iowan 107:27, p.2	12/10/2010	Winners of the fall election for the Northern Iowa Student Government announced. The Constitutional Amendment passed. One senator was not retained.
417	NISG president vetoes constitutional overhaul Northern Iowan 107:27, p.3	12/10/2010	Joel Anderson expressed concerns with the passed constitutional overhaul; prior to his vetoing the measure.
418	No Dead Week here Northern Iowan 107:27, p.1	12/10/2010	Many universities use the week prior to final week as time to prepare. No meetings are scheduled and no large assignments, other than those on the syllabus, are permitted. Students seem to favor Dead Week and professors seem to be against; photo.
419	NISG senate overhauls constitution Northern Iowan 107:26, p.1	12/07/2010	Changes in the Northern Iowa Student Government constitution will be on the ballot in February for members of the student body to approve or reject.
420	Not for the interests of student government Northern Iowan 107:26, p.10	12/07/2010	Student government is a two-sided proposition. NISG needs to communicate more clearly what they are doing for the student body. The student body needs to take a greater interest in student government.
421	UNI celebrates International Education Week Northern Iowan 107:23, p.1	11/16/2010	Provost Gloria Gibson opened the celebration Sunday in Lang Auditorium. Guang Jin, a UNI alumnus, was the keynote speaker. The week's activities announced.
422	The voting bloc that could Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9	11/02/2010	The case is made that students should vote in Cedar Falls. Their voice could make candidates take more seriously the concerns of students and the University. Students urged to get out and vote. Be informed; photo.
423	Welcome to another edition of the Northern Iowa Student Government Newsletter Northern Iowan 107:14, p.6	10/15/2010	Opportunities for involvement with student government announced. Students reminded of the new Panther Shuttle schedule. Chalking policy highlights listed.
424	NISG establishes new chalking policy Northern Iowan 107:10, p.1	10/01/2010	Chalking of sidewalks is now covered by a policy from the Student Government. Messages must be signed by those leaving the message. No overwriting or defacing will be allowed. Disciplinary action may be initiated for violations; photo.
425	N. I. S. G.: A message from your student government Northern Iowan 107:7, p.6	09/21/2010	A welcome back letter from the Northern Iowa Student Government; sharing how to get the most from your college experience and how to get involved; photo.
426	Redefining "School Spirit" Northern Iowan 107:2, p.10	08/31/2010	School spirit is not only supporting athletic teams, but supporting those students involved in national organizations and campus groups. Praise for one another is a great goal for all of us this year.
427	Looking for ways to spend free time? Northern Iowan 107:1, p.12	08/27/2010	Getting involved in campus activities can be a key factor in college success. Campus Activity Board activities on Thursday evenings, intramurals, Camp Adventure, and the Northern Iowa Student Government are examples; photo.
428	Make your voice heard Northern Iowan 2009:59, p.1	07/16/2010	Input sought on the value of athletics and other auxillary programs at the University; photo.
429	Welcome from your Student Body President, Joel C. Anderson Northern Iowan 106:54, p.	04/30/2010	Student welcome from student government President Joel Anderson; photo.
430	UNI announces 2010 Lux Service Award recipients Public Relations News Release 2009:437, p.1	04/29/2010	The Lux Service Award is the most prestigious award given to three undergraduate students each academic year to acknowledge their service to UNI. Recipients are: Amy Costliow, Ebony Jackson, and Jessica Staudt.
431	GBPAC maintains commitment to students Northern Iowan 106:53, p.1	04/27/2010	Performing Arts Center will lose $75,000 in funding from Student Services Fees. To make up the difference, donors will be asked to increase support; photo.
432	NISG president recalls his experience at last NISG meeting Northern Iowan 106:51, p.1	04/20/2010	Adam Haselhuhn talks about the achievements of his administration including accessibility, diversity, and special events.
433	Student services fee decreases for students, to GBPAC Northern Iowan 106:51, p.1	04/20/2010	The portion of student fees allocated to the Performing Arts Center will be reduced by fifty percent; Center had been using student fees for operational costs; photo.
434	Abortion takes center stage at UNI Northern Iowan 106:50, p.6	04/16/2010	Melissa Ohden will speak on the awareness of the impact of abortion on men, women, children, families, and communities.
435	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 106:50, p.3	04/16/2010	More scenes from the Panther Bash; photo.
436	A letter from Adam Haselhuhn Northern Iowan 106:42, p.8	03/09/2010	Outgoing president of NISG shares what student government has done this past year, addresses misconceptions, and outlines challenges for the organization during the coming year; photo.
437	UNI studets elect new student body president, vice president and senators Public Relations News Release 2009:322, p.1	03/09/2010	Students Joel Anderson and Emma Hashman have been elected president and vice president of the Northern Iowa Student Government for the 2010-11-term. Senators listed.
438	NISG and Greeks to hold Safety Week to raise alcohol awareness among students Northern Iowan 106:41, p.2	03/05/2010	The week prior to Spring Break will aim at increasing alcohol and sexual awareness among students. The consequences of a good time will be emphasized.
439	Time for change Northern Iowan 106:41, p.4	03/05/2010	Believes Northern Iowa Student Government is overdue for changes. Only seven hundred students voted in this year's election; leaving over half of the senate positions unfilled. The broadcast of NISG meetings, started by the Cezar-Lobdell team ceased.
440	NISG prepares for upcoming events Northern Iowan 106:40, p.3	03/02/2010	Student government hears reports, announces "Panther Pickup," and upcoming newsletter. "Panther Pickup" will include recycling containers; plus trucks from St. Vincent de Paul, Goodwill, and the Salvation Army.
441	Anderson and Hashman elected president, vice president of student body Northern Iowan 106:39, p.1	02/26/2010	Election of officers for the Northern Iowa Student Government resulted in Joel Anderson and Emma Hashman named president and vice president. Sustainability is a primary focus of the pair. Other results noted; photo.
442	Don't forget to vote! Northern Iowan 106:38, p.4	02/23/2010	Northern Iowa Student Government elections are taking place for the next two days. Students urged to take the time to vote for their representatives. The voting procedure is online.
443	Senate plays big role for students in dorms Northern Iowan 106:36, p.1	02/16/2010	Grocery bingo, pie night, Super Bowl parties, cookouts, and relief fundraisers are some of the activities planned and carried out by the dorm senates; photo.
444	On the issues; NISG candidates Joel Anderson, Emma Hashman Northern Iowan 106:33, p.3	02/05/2010	Candidates for vice president of the student body answer questions about qualifications, concerns for the university, and their views on the tuition surcharge and faculty and staff furloughs; photo.
445	Alumnus Mitch Matthews brings 'Big Dreams' to UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:256, p.1	02/03/2010	"Big Dream Gathering" is a place to remember dreams, ponder them, write them down and find connections, according to Connie Hansen, assistant alumni director for programming for Alumni Relations.
446	UNI Chinese Student and Scholar Association to host documentary filmmaker Feb. 17 "Mysterious China" film exhibition to run Feb. 10-11 Public Relations News Release 2009:255, p.1	02/03/2010	Chris Nebe, award-winning documentary filmmaker, will speak on the past and present of Tibet in Maucker Union Ballroom. Nebe has been exploring China's history, culture and society for 15 years.
447	Second-annual Darwin Week to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 2009:250, p.1	02/01/2010	Presentations and activities will be held in Maucker Union in conjunction with the 201st birthday of Darwin. "Darwin Week will feature talks about the newest ideas in science" by faculty and special guests Ed Wasserman and PZ Myers, said Quinn Jones.
448	News Briefs: Northern Iowa Student Government Northern Iowan 106:31, p.4	01/29/2010	NISG has released a new Web site with increased efficiency and user friendliness.
449	News Briefs: SafeRide Northern Iowan 106:31, p.4	01/29/2010	Riders increased by over one thousand from Fall 2008 to Fall 2009 on the weekend transportation service. Expectations are for continued growth in ridership.
450	UNI SafeRide reports an increase in riders Public Relations News Release 2009:244, p.1	01/27/2010	In April 2009, NISG was honored with the Commissioner's Special Award for Traffic Safety from the Iowa Department of Public Safety. Overall numbers reveal an increase in 1,024 participants from fall 2008 to fall 2009.
451	University Book & Supply and NISG donate to Northeast Iowa Food Bank Public Relations News Release 2009:243, p.1	01/27/2010	A unique partnership between the Book and Supply and the Student Government has provided a $1,500 contribution on behalf of the two entities to the Northeast Iowa Food Bank. UBS donated 25 cents for every book sold back to the bookstore.
452	UNI announces inaugural Diversity Matters Award recipients Public Relations News Release 2009:233, p.1	01/21/2010	Ten individuals were recently honored for their efforts to enhance diversity during the second-annual town hall meeting on diversity.These students, faculty and staff received the inaugural UNI Diversity Matters Award. Recipients listed.
453	NISG speaker of senate resigns Northern Iowan 106:26, p.1	12/08/2009	Following an E-mail drafted by Ryan Ingram and signed by four other senators, Nicholas Casber stepped down as speaker of the senate; the E-mail asked Mr. Casber to get certain things done or to resign; photo.
454	Assaulted student speaks out against crime Northern Iowan 106:25, p.1	12/04/2009	Ramon Cantu, director of diversity affairs for NISG, was verbally and physically assaulted while attending a party in November. He has continued to be the focus of telephone threats, racial slurs, and a threat on his life; photo.
455	UNIFI's response to recent incidents Northern Iowan 106:25, p.6	12/04/2009	University of Northern Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers stand with fellow students in condemning recent hate crimes. The comparison to Blasphemy Day events is questioned.
456	Gibson on budget cuts: "Not all questions can be answered" Northern Iowan 106:24, p.1	11/20/2009	Provost Gibson and Vice-President for Student Affairs Terrence Hogan addressed the budget situation during a town hall meeting sponsored by the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
457	Letter from the NISG Executive Branch and NISG President Northern Iowan 106:23, p.6	11/17/2009	Comments and concerns on the recent incidents of discrimination on campus.
458	Cedar Falls City Council runoff election Northern Iowan 106:22, p.4	11/13/2009	December 1 is the date for the runoff election between Nick Taiber and Gary Winterhof. Neither candidate earned the needed fifty per cent of the vote; photo.
459	AmmUNIition opportunity Northern Iowan 106:21, p.8	11/10/2009	Announcement of a show choir organization; newly formed on campus. Auditions will be held soon. Forty to sixty members are sought.
460	NISG analyzes UNI's budget situation Northern Iowan 106:21, p.1	11/10/2009	Budget cuts and proposed changes in the liberal arts core are topics to be discussed during town hall meetings sponsored by Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
461	NISG supports Veterans Day Northern Iowan 106:21, p.1	11/10/2009	Northern Iowa Student Government showed support and respect for those who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces by passing a resolution of support in honor of Veterans Day; photo.
462	Northern Iowa Student Government hosts town hall meetings to communicate with students Northern Iowan 106:21, p.3	11/10/2009	Members of the UNI administration will attend town hall meetings to answer student questions. The current budget situation, a one hundred dollar surcharge, and proposed tuition increase will be discussed.
463	What we want to see during budget cuts Northern Iowan 106:21, p.7	11/10/2009	Budget cuts should include a transparent process, student input, efficient use of funds, and consideration of all costs involved with a program. Students need to contact the President, Provost, and student government.
464	What we want to see during budget cuts Northern Iowan 106:20, p.5	11/06/2009	Student input is needed during the current budget discussion. They will be affected immediately by potential program cuts, reallocation of student fees, and potential cuts in service.
465	Maucker Union turns 40 Northern Iowan 106:19, p.9	11/03/2009	Maucker Union was rededicated during the fortieth anniversary of the building; photo.
466	News Briefs: Panther SafeRide Northern Iowan 106:19, p.2	11/03/2009	Ridership on the Panther shuttle has increased fifty-two per cent over a year ago. Increase seen as showing the value of the program.
467	NISG promotes Diversity First Initiative Northern Iowan 106:19, p.1	11/03/2009	Northern Iowa Student Government met with Cedar Falls city council candidate, filled election commission openings, learned of an upcoming diversity retreat, and approved a resolution on Veteran's Day observance.
468	Students speak about budget situation Northern Iowan 106:18, p.1	10/30/2009	Baker Hall demolition, shorter semesters, tuition surcharge, and layoffs draw the attention of students. Opinions vary and emotions run high.
469	Faculty divided over shorter semesters, longer classes Northern Iowan 106:17, p.5	10/27/2009	A proposal to have fourteen week semesters and longer class periods has met differing opinions among faculty members. The proposal will be brought up at the next Faculty Senate Meeting.
470	News Briefs: Diversity First Retreat and WRC pool dedication Northern Iowan 106:17, p.4	10/27/2009	Angel Banks, director of diversity and student life for Northern Iowa Student Government, announced an interactive, hands-on experience during a diversity retreat. Diving pool dedicated to former professor, Glen F. Henry.
471	UNI's Maucker Union celebrates 40 years with grand opening of renovated lower level Public Relations News Release 2009:136, p.1	10/27/2009	The lower level's grand opening will take plate at Chat's coffee house. Tours of the lower level and a reception will follow the ceremony.
472	NISG opposes high tuition increases, prepares for Green Week Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1	10/20/2009	Adam Haselhuhn feels that the state is increasingly placing the burden of public higher education on the backs of the students. A tuition raise of over three and a half percent is not acceptable to NISG. Green Week focuses on the environment.
473	UNI President encourages campus to work strong, hard, together in light of budget cuts Northern Iowan 106:15, p.1	10/20/2009	Cutting $8.8 million from the 2010 university budget will not be easy. There are several alternatives, each having a down side. President Allen will visit with groups on and off campus for input.
474	UNI to celebrate Green Week, Oct. 18-24 Public Relations News Release 2009:114, p.1	10/12/2009	Green Week is a campus-wide event that serves to entertain, educate and inspire the campus community. NISG, and other organizations, wants to reach out to individuals who have not yet considered the consequences of environmental ignorance.
475	Green Week encourages environmental awareness Northern Iowan 106:11, p.2	10/06/2009	Presentations and discussions during Green Week will allow students to consider the consequences of environmental changes. A campus conversation will be held. Energy efficient light bulbs will be distributed. "King Corn" will be shown; photo.
476	NISG discussed tuition increases, SafeRide, new clubs and Cedar Falls mayor candidacy Northern Iowan 106:9, p.4	09/29/2009	Northern Iowa Student Government meeting agenda full of discussion. Information presented on Board of Regents meeting, donation from Public Safety for SafeRide, and thoughts of David Sires, candidate for mayor.
477	UNI students prove they have talent Northern Iowan 106:9, p.9	09/29/2009	Proboard intends to get students involved in campus activities. "UNI's Got Talent" program was a success. Many students participated and many more were in the audience.
478	Lost UNI tradition found by students Northern Iowan 106:8, p.8	09/25/2009	A week long tradition welcoming spring to campus, last held in 1981, hopes to be revived. SUNI included a concert, mattress races, and fun activities for students and the community.
479	Wilmore entertains crowd with satirical wit Northern Iowan 106:7, p.6	09/22/2009	A crowded Maucker Union ballroom greeted producer, actor, comedian, and writer Larry Wilmore. President Obama, Michael Jackson, and homosexuality came under fire. Wilmore's job history found interesting.
480	UNI student runs for Cedar Falls mayor Northern Iowan 106:6, p.1	09/18/2009	A city council member's comment calling UNI students tourists was "the straw that broke the camel's back" for Gage Rewerts. He has filed papers to have his name placed on the ballot for mayor.
481	Executive orders remain topic for debate in NISG Northern Iowan 106:5, p.6	09/15/2009	Differences in opinion on a procedure for implementing executive orders of the president of the NISG is a major point of contention. Is a constitutional amendment needed or is an addition to the bylaws enough; photo.
482	UNI salutes those who serve the campus, community, country Northern Iowan 106:5, p.1	09/15/2009	President Ben Allen and members of the executive cabinet served cake and ice cream to students and faculty near the Campanile as a way to celebrate service; photo.
483	NISG holds first senate meeting Northern Iowan 106:4, p.3	09/11/2009	Two new senators take the oath of office. Lobbying efforts for increased funding from Cedar Falls City Hall. Green Week announced.
484	UNI student group receives international award Public Relations News Release 2009:31, p.1	09/08/2009	The Center for Inquiry International (CFI), headquartered in Amherst, N. Y., presented the award to the Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers (UNIFI). The CFI board decided that of all the events held by their 200-plus campus groups, the UNI event was the best.
485	Panther SafeRide is a must Northern Iowan 106:3, p.3	09/04/2009	SafeRide shuttle keeps students and Cedar Falls safer. The shuttle helps support local business. Believes SafeRide needs to stay no matter what the cost. The program has no downfalls.
486	SafeRide Shuttle rides on despite funding issues Northern Iowan 106:2, p.1	09/01/2009	The shuttle provides a safe way for people to enjoy weekend evenings without having to worry about transportation, especially while intoxicated. Tough economic times have left a $7,000 shortfall for the program. NISG is looking at alternative funding.
487	UNI Gallery of Art to present 'Love Me or Die' Public Relations News Release 2009:3, p.1	08/14/2009	The exhibition features the work of contemporary artist Cat Chow, an award-winning Asian-American artist, living and working in Brooklyn, N. Y. Chow is the 2003 recipient of the prestigious Louis Comfort Tiffany award.
488	UNI announces Dr. Sue Follon Women in Leadership Scholarship winner Public Relations News Release 2008:532, p.1	05/13/2009	Mary Jo Hadler, a junior political science major from Carroll, will receive$3,500 towards tuition, with half of the amount distributed each semester. The scholarship recognizes students for their leadership contributions and potential to model leadership.
489	NISG wins traffic safety award Northern Iowan 105:54, p.	05/01/2009	The SafeRide program on weekends, designed to aid students and prevent drinking and driving, won a special award from the Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau; photo.
490	Welcome from NISG Northern Iowan 105:54, p.	05/01/2009	Adam Haselhuhn and Jake Rudy share their vision for things to come during the upcoming school year; photo.
491	Graduate Student Highlight Northern Iowan 105:53, p.12	04/28/2009	Rebecca Mundschenk answers questions about her experiences in the Mass Communication graduate program; photo.
492	UNI Lux Service Award recipients named Public Relations News Release 2008:500, p.1	04/27/2009	Three students have been honored: Abdulellah Alsheddi, Tyler Bilyeu, and Andrew Morse. The honor is confered to those who best represent the ideal of service to the university community.
493	UNI hosts Bash the Trash event Public Relations News Release 2008:488, p.1	04/22/2009	A group of sophomore Presidential Scholars will the event. Scholars participate in this two-credit hour course for the academic year. The year-long program includes a "Think Tank' seminar in the fall.
494	NISG announces executive branch and cabinet members Northern Iowan 105:50, p.1	04/17/2009	Officers named and installed for the upcoming year by the Northern Iowa Student Government; photo.
495	Greetings fellow Panthers Northern Iowan 105:49, p.2	04/14/2009	Farewell and thank you note from outgoing president and vice president of the NISG, Parnell Cezar and Clarence Lobdell, III; photo.
496	This week at the University of Northern Iowa Northern Iowan 105:49, p.4	04/14/2009	Dates, times, and places of events for the week on the UNI campus.
497	NISG News Northern Iowan 105:47, p.4	04/07/2009	Applications are available for speaker of the Northern Iowa Student Government. April 13 is the due date for applications. Applications for other positions are also available.
498	NISG News Northern Iowan 105:47, p.4	04/07/2009	Forty students travel to Des Moines to meet with legislators about education funding for Iowa's public universities.
499	NISG News Northern Iowan 105:47, p.4	04/07/2009	April 15 is date for the annual Panther Bash. Free food and drinks will be available.
500	Haselhuhn, Rudy to lead NISG Public Relations News Release 2008:436, p.1	04/02/2009	Two juniors, Adam Haselhuhn, a political communications major from Des Moines, and Jake Rudy, a political science major from Radcliffe, have been elected to the new president and vice president of the Student Government for the 2009-2010 term.