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1	Recycling changes coming to campus Northern Iowan 115:49, p.1	04/15/2019	Changes in the recycling industry have caused UNI to change their recycling guidelines; photos.
2	Campaign urges students to "refill" Northern Iowan 114:19, p.2	10/30/2017	Several groups on campus are banding together to host the Refill Not Landfill event. In an effort to encourage students to use refillable water bottles, they will be handing out free water bottles in various locations around campus.
3	Artistic display at UNI goes green Northern Iowan 112:52, p.4	04/21/2016	An Earth Month art display by the Green Project will be on display in Rod Library through May 13; photos.
4	UNI steps up recycling Northern Iowan 112:8, p.2	09/24/2015	The Physical Plant is working to maintain UNI's "Green College" title by altering its recycling process to include universal recycling bins.
5	Cards for a purpose Northern Iowan 111:28, p.1	01/15/2015	The Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center is accepting used and unwanted greeting cards.
6	Earth Week in full bloom Northern Iowan 110:52, p.1	04/21/2014	There are several events on campus promoting Earth Week. These events all focus on ways to reduce environmental impact and protect the environment from pollution.
7	UNI to host panel discussion on food myths Public Relations News Release 2013:199, p.1	03/10/2014	UNI's Reaching for Higher Ground committee will present the panel discussion "Paper or Plastic & Other Food Myths". The panel will discuss food myths as well as how to be more sustainable. The event is free and open to the public.
8	UNI to host lecture on alternative energy Public Relations News Release 2013:187, p.1	02/24/2014	UNI will host a lecture on low-energy nuclear reactions in the Center for Energy and Environmental Education Auditorium. A representative from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be providing information on this new technology.
9	New group on campus aims to clean up environment Northern Iowan 110:30, p.2	01/23/2014	UNI Climate Movement is a new group on campus that aims to help the environment. They want to inform people about the air and water they consume. This is a great way for students who care about the environment to work together to make a change; photo.
10	Scavenger hunt will go green Northern Iowan 110:22, p.5	11/12/2013	There will be a scavenger hunt hosted by the Recycling and Reuse of Technology Center in honor of America Recycles Day. Students can register for the scavenger hunt online for the chance to win prizes.
11	Food waste reduction workshop scheduled for Oct. 30 Public Relations News Release 2013:94, p.1	10/16/2013	The Iowa Waste Reduction center will be hosting a workshop to help educate people on ways to eliminate food waste from entering the landfill. There will be several speakers from the Iowa Waste Exchange as well as representatives from local businesses.
12	Art created from trash will be subject of UNI lecture Public Relations News Release 2013:73, p.1	09/30/2013	Rod Library will feature the exhibit, "Reverse: The Art of Project A.W.A.R.E.". This features sculptures made out of more then 1,500 pounds of trash. UNI has partnered with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to bring this exhibit to campus.
13	UNI Department of Residence reduces packaging with new dining program Public Relations News Release 2012:296, p.1	05/14/2013	In the last year, the Department of Residence saved $16,423.13 on paper items in the dining centers. The number of disposed packaging items also decreased by 503,535.
14	Going green is nothing new Northern Iowan 109:44, p.5	03/29/2013	The author says the green movement is not a recent concept. There are many ways to help the movement. Reduce, reuse, and recycle should be everyone's motto.
15	Students and community take on climate change Northern Iowan 109:32, p.1	02/05/2013	Students and community gather at University Book and Supply to discuss the impacts of cities on climate change; photo.
16	DNI explores composting options to reduce food waste Northern Iowan 109:27, p.1	12/07/2012	UNI considering composting options for dining centers on campus. Fresh Beginnings program works with Department of Residence to form plan for composting and recycling options. Input from residential dining and UNI students; photo.
17	Swap 'til you drop for Earth Month Northern Iowan 108:54, p.7	04/27/2012	Students donating clothing items allowed to choose the same number of items during the first clothing swap. The slogan for the event was; "Reduce, Revamp, Rewear"; photo.
18	Couple competes to produce minimal waste in documentary Northern Iowan 108:51, p.2	04/17/2012	"The Clean Bin Project", a documentary, was shown at the CEEE. The film showed the efforts of two roommates to cut down on waste. Washing Ziploc bags for reuse and making their own toothpaste helped reduce waste.
19	UNI to host Earth Week events Northern Iowan 108:50, p.6	04/13/2012	Campus wide series of events announced.
20	Chats composting excess coffee grounds Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.1	04/06/2012	Increasing interest in sustainability across campus spurred Lisa Kremer to investigate the possibility of composting. She learned there is a composting area on campus that accepts donations; photo.
21	UNI offers waste reduction graduate credit workshop Public Relations News Release 2011:244, p.1	03/29/2012	A workshop focused on reduction will be offered as graduate credit to students and will take place in Iowa City.
22	UNI offers waste reduction graduate credit workshop near Peterson Public Relations News Release 2011:245, p.1	03/29/2012	A development workshop for educators will take place near Preston, Iowa that focuses on waste reduction.
23	Food Fight Northern Iowan 108:31, p.5	01/27/2012	Dashes and Café on the Way are encouraging students to bring their own reusable cups. This is a result of the Presidential Scholar think tank. Prizes will be awarded; photo.
24	3000 reusable baskets were thrown away in 3 months Northern Iowan 108:20, p.1	11/04/2011	The replacement cost for these Union food serving baskets is $1440 for the three month inventory period. No solution is foolproof. People need to stop and think. Recycling does save money; photo.
25	The pollution solution Northern Iowan 108:13, p.4	10/11/2011	New does not always mean better. Believes mankind simply over consumes. The need to reuse and do so creatively is apparent. We should take a sincere interest in our environment before it is too late.
26	Purple, gold and green Northern Iowan 108:10, p.3	09/30/2011	Reduction in the university's carbon footprint is a priority of President Allen and the Cabinet. Cell phone and battery recycling is available. Sabin Hall received the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.
27	UNI rededicates Sabin Northern Iowan 108:9, p.1	09/27/2011	Sabin Hall reopened in January of 2011 after two years of reconstruction. The building is LEED certified at the silver level for its environmental design. Sabin Hall is a work of pride; photo.
28	Earth-friendly opportunities accompany new semester Northern Iowan 108:1, p.17	08/26/2011	Students coming to UNI this fall are more environmentally conscious than ever before. In addition to full service recycling in the dorms and recycling stations in high traffic areas, Eric O'Brien has more suggestions for saving energy; photo.
29	UNI 'Team ReCycle' to ride RAGBRAI Public Relations News Release 2011:12, p.1	07/26/2011	The Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center will participate in RAGBRAI with "Team Recycle".
30	Salvage, don't scrap Northern Iowan 107:53, p.13	04/26/2011	Students urged to donate unwanted items to the Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul, or Goodwill rather than filling up dumpsters. The end of the semester brings the opportunity to recycle and donate unwanted items.
31	UNI hosts 2011 Sustainability Forum Northern Iowan 107:53, p.1	04/26/2011	"Are We Making the Grade" was the focus of the Sustainability Forum. UNI is the only educational institution to receive a gold STARS rating. Sophomore Presidential Scholars introduced UNI Unplugged a year ago; photo.
32	Wetland cleanup Northern Iowan 107:52, p.3	04/22/2011	Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center sponsored a cleanup of the UNI Wetland area; photo.
33	I Spy at UNI Northern Iowan 107:51, p.1	04/19/2011	Faculty, staff, and students challenged to identify the "mystery photo" and its location; photo.
34	UNI presents 'Green the Scene' as part of Earth Week Northern Iowan 107:50, p.1	04/15/2011	College of Education sponsored brown-bag lunches to promote reduce, reuse, and recycle during spring cleaning. The first session is on ergonomics.
35	A return of light; Sabin Hall renovation aims for LEED Silver certification Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.8	04/01/2011	$11.8 million renovation completed on Sabin Hall; brief look at building history and the aims of the renovation; met Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards; photo.
36	DOR puts innovation to work with green business practices Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.10	04/01/2011	Department of Residence outlines many steps that it has taken recycle, reduce waste, and use energy wisely; photo.
37	The truth about sustainability Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.2	04/01/2011	States that sustainability is not just a trend, that green does not equal sustainable, and that sustainable practices can be good investments; Sustainability Coordinator Eric O'Brien cites campus practices.
38	Bottled water Northern Iowan 107:44, p.10	03/25/2011	Students urged to search for a more renewable and economically friendly source of water. Huge numbers of plastic water bottles are being taken to landfills. Like plastic bags, the bottles break down very slowly.
39	UNI supports America Recycles Day Public Relations News Release 2010:144, p.1	11/15/2010	This nationwide effort focuses on increasing recycling volume, cutting waste and maintaining a healthy environment. For more than 30 years, the university has donated prepared and leftover food to the Salvation Army and the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.
40	In-room recycling proves to be a success Northern Iowan 107:17, p.1	10/26/2010	Two thousand eight hundred recycling bins were distributed to dorm rooms and apartments this fall. City Carton has removed 1.3 tons of recycled materials from the Department of Residence each week; photo.
41	UNI's expansion of in-room recycling proving to be a success Public Relations News Release 2010:98, p.1	10/14/2010	A report released last month shows that City Carton is removing more than 1.3 tons of recycled materials from the Department of Residence each wee. This includes dining and residence halls.
42	Reclaim your Holidays Series to be held at Iowa City Public Library Public Relations News Release 2010:92, p.1	10/11/2010	Iowans will discover how to create more meaningful winter holidays at a series of free sessions held at the Iowa City Public Library. Participants will reflect on the holidays to more clearly understand their priorities.
43	Recycling now available Campus-wide Northern Iowan 107:2, p.3	08/31/2010	UNI continues to move toward a "green campus" with the installation of in-room recycling in residence halls, the dedication of the net zero parking facility, and installation of six three unit recycling bins; photo.
44	Department of Residence encourages in-room recycling Northern Iowan 107:1, p.1	08/27/2010	All nine residence halls will have in-room recycling. The success of the Rider Recycling Revolution led to this move; photo.
45	UNI makes waste disposal and recycling more efficient on campus Public Relations News Release 2010:20, p.1	08/24/2010	New solar-powered trash compactors and recycling units are being installed on the campus. Six stand-alone solar-powered trash compactors and six three-unit recycling stations will further enhance the beauty of the campus while reducing demands on grounds
46	UNI integrates in-room recycling to all residence halls Public Relations News Release 2010:12, p.1	08/17/2010	UNI distributed 2,800 recycling containers to dorm rooms and ROTH apartments. A room in each residence hall and ROTH has been designated as the collection center for sorting recycled plastic, tin, glass, caredboard, and mixed paper.
47	UNI presents Commitment to c.a.r.e. Awards Public Relations News Release 2009:451, p.1	05/05/2010	The award was designed to acknowledge and honor the efforts of those who have significantly contributed to enhancing sustainability efforts. Awards were received by Tyler Lorenzen,Philip Wilson, Halil Dulgeroglu, and James Walters.
48	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 106:53, p.10	04/27/2010	Scenes from Earth Day activities; photo.
49	UNI holds 2010 Sustainability Forum on April 22 Public Relations News Release 2009:413, p.1	04/20/2010	Faramarz Vakili, program director of WE CONSERVE at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will give the keynote address, "If not now, when? If not us, who?" He will deliver his lecture via video conferencing system.
50	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.
51	Wasteful occupation Northern Iowan 106:34, p.8	02/09/2010	Believes humans are wasteful. Plastic bags are bad for the environment. This lack of awareness is upsetting to a cashier at a local grocery store.
52	News Brief: Rider recycling revolution Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.1	01/22/2010	A recycling bin located in each room in Rider Hall has resulted in a 120.5% increase in recycling in one semester. The Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center hopes to expand the project to other dorms in the future.
53	Timothy Wenk to perform 'The Magic of Recycling' at Cedar Falls elementary schools Public Relations News Release 2009:165, p.1	11/10/2009	The 45-to 50-minute show is designed to teach elementary school students about the benefits of recycling. Through audience participation, comedy and the visual impact of magic, students learn what recycling is, why it's important, and how to do it.
54	Wasteful practices escalate paper costs Northern Iowan 106:20, p.1	11/06/2009	Student impatience blamed for the overuse of printing at Rod Library. Fliers and a new policy of a forty page limit are aimed to help reduce waste. Paper is recycled, but increased costs of paper and toner require action; photo.
55	UNI offers waste reduction workshops for graduate credit Public Relations News Release 2009:144, p.1	11/02/2009	Waste Reduction: Addressing the Overlooked "R," a one-hour course, will be held at the Scott Area Recycling Center in Davenport as a two-part course in January and April of 2010.
56	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.
57	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.
58	Vanity unites with Cotton Inc. to promote denim jean recycling Northern Iowan 106:9, p.12	09/29/2009	Companies strive to collect 100,000 pairs of donated jeans, which will be recycled into environmentally-friendly Ultra Touch Natural Cotton Fiber Insulation to aid communities in need.
59	GreenProject UNI sponsors 2009 Wind Generation Festival Public Relations News Release 2009:41, p.1	09/11/2009	The purpose of the festival is to spread the excitement of the green movement at the College. "We want students to be the change, to know that their voices will be heard when it comes to bettering our campus."
60	Rider Recycling Revolution spurs students to be environmentally minded Northern Iowan 106:3, p.1	09/04/2009	Rider Hall has been named a pilot project for the Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center. Recycling bins have been placed in each room. Students and residence assistant response has been positive; photo.
61	Recycling Revolution hits Rider Hall Public Relations News Release 2009:8, p.1	08/18/2009	In an effort to help students learn about responsible recycling practices, a pilot recycling program will take place this fall. Recycling containers will be placed in each room for student use, and measurements will be taken on a weekly basis.f
62	UNI's RRTTC 'Get Your Green On' to expand its reach Public Relations News Release 2008:598, p.1	07/08/2009	The pilot project launched at Lincoln Elementary School last year will be implemented for kindergarten through sixth grades at all elementary schools in Cedar Falls during the 2009-2010 academic year.
63	Teachers to explore waste reduction Workshop includes tour of Boone County Landfill Public Relations News Release 2008:558, p.1	06/03/2009	Waste reduction: it's the 'overlooked 'R'" and the subject of an interdisciplinary graduate-credit course designed specifically for K-12 teachers.
64	UNI's NABL Center develops technology that opens the door for biobased motor oils Public Relations News Release 2008:560, p.1	06/03/2009	The National Ag-Based Lubricants (NABL) Center has developed a technology that continuously recycle engine oil, overcoming the problem of oxidation stability and allowing biobased engine oil to be used in diesel engines.
65	No excuse for not recycling Northern Iowan 105:27, p.8	12/12/2008	Offers tips for recycling material that should not simply go into the wastebasket.
66	UNI, City of Cedar Falls announce rising numbers at campus recycling site Public Relations News Release 2008:237, p.1	11/20/2008	The second-year anniversary of the collaboration with the City of Cedar Falls celebrates nearly 18 percent improvement in tons recycled at the city/university recycling collection site. The largest increases were in newsprint, paper, and plastic bags.
67	Lincoln Elementary students to take part in UNI green program Public Relations News Release 2008:101, p.1	09/25/2008	Students in grades one, three, and five will be "getting their green on" this fall when UNI's Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center launches a comprehensive education program on recycling, reusing, and reducing waste.
68	UNI gets its green on Northern Iowan 104:51, p.1	04/22/2008	UNI celebrates Earth Day with exhibits, helpful hints, workshops, and free food; photo.
69	UNI is aware of recycling Northern Iowan 104:51, p.5	04/22/2008	UNI is involved in paper recycling and collaborating with the city of Cedar Falls. Recycle bins are located in many areas on campus.
70	UNI will hold celebration in honor of Earth Day Public Relations News Release 2007:608, p.1	04/16/2008	Program will include clothing drive, displays, recycling demonstration, and workshops.
71	One man's trash is another man's treasure Northern Iowan 104:28, p.5	01/18/2008	Urges people to conserve resources and not to throw away perfectly usable items.
72	Recycling at UNI a winning solution Public Relations News Release 2007:365, p.1	01/17/2008	Many people have taken advantage of the recycling drop-off site near the Physical Plant.
73	Dining green Northern Iowan 104:15, p.4	10/16/2007	Maucker Union and catered events by UNI have implemented ideas to reduce waste. Food is served in reusable containers. Napkins are smaller; photo.
74	UNI group makes global warming local Northern Iowan 103:35, p.10	02/06/2007	Goal of Green Project UNI is education of students on issues relating to waste reduction; photo.
75	'Going green' goal of new student group Northern Iowan 103:16, p.1	10/20/2006	Recycling on campus has a new emphasis from student-based groups; photo.
76	UNI offers two waste reduction graduate credit workshops for teachers Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/04/2006	Waste Reduction: Addressing the Overlooked "R," and Service Learning: Moving "Reduce, Reuse and Recycling" Beyond the Classroom are the two available courses for teachers.
77	UNI, City of Cedar Falls teaming up for on-campus recycling project Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	09/26/2006	The University of Northern Iowa and the City of Cedar Falls have provided a city/university collection site for recycling.
78	UNI waste reduction workshop introduces teachers to reduction reuse and recycling Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	05/12/2006	Two-part course in Maquoketa encourages recycling and reducing waste.
79	UNI mini-workshop introduces education majors to reduction, reuse and recycling Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	04/10/2006	Central college students were introduced to waste reduction at a mini-workshop held by UNI's CEEE; list of participants provided.
80	E-waste a nationwide concern, recycling options available Northern Iowan 102:32, p.1	01/27/2006	There are places in Cedar Falls that offer recycling centers for old electronics, thereby reducing waste; photo.
81	UNI waste reduction workshop introduces teachers to reduction reuse and recycling Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	04/21/2005	Thirty-four area teachers attened workshop on "Waste Reduction: Addressing the Overlooked 'R;'" includes list of participants.
82	UNI Center for Energy & Environmental Education to introduce Value Added program Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	02/11/2005	New program stresses the importance of recycling.
83	Waste reduction workshop for credit Northern Iowan 101:29, p.2	01/14/2005	UNI will offer a one credit hour workshop on waste reduction.
84	UNI professor Catherine Zeman named 'Recycler of the Year' Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	12/02/2004	First woman to receive award from the Iowa Recycling Association.
85	UNI center director hopeful about country's recycling efforts Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	11/15/2004	Catherine Zeman will advocate that simple acts of recycling can make a difference.
86	UNI waste reduction specialist explains why America's recycling efforts have decreased Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	07/12/2004	Explains possible reasons for the decline in recycling practices in America.
87	UNI waste reduction workshop introduces teachers to reduction, reuse, and recycling Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	06/14/2004	Iowa teachers attend professional development course on waste reduction as a part of conservation efforts.
88	UNI waste reduction workshop targets middle school teachers Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	12/15/2003	Teachers can earn graduate credit by attending the UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education's "Waste Reduction: Addressing the Overlooked 'R'" workshop held in Grinnell on Friday, January 23, 2004, Saturday, January 24, and Saturday, April 17.
89	UNI offers cell phone recycling Northern Iowan 100:12, p.5	10/10/2003	Program encourages students to recycle their old cell phones on October 24.
90	Reduce, reuse and recycle Public Relations News Release 2002:442, p.1	04/07/2003	Benefits of recycling will be discussed.
91	Is Union recycling just a big waste? Northern Iowan 99:31, p.1	01/28/2003	The remodeling and expansion of the Maucker Union has changed the way the facility handles its recyclable material.
92	Is College Hill a garbage mound? Northern Iowan 99:21, p.1	11/12/2002	Public Works Director Doyle Smith says that a small amount of recycling by college students would be a big help; photo.
93	Parents' home threatened by proposed Ottumwa landfill Northern Iowan 99:20, p.9	11/08/2002	Feels it's a shame to see good farmland covered by trash because recycling is not done as much as it could be.
94	One person's junk is another person's treasure Public Relations News Release 2001:517, p.1	06/10/2002	Latest product of recycling is glasphalt.
95	Do your part: recycle Northern Iowan 98:49, p.11	04/12/2002	Encourages readers to recycle and help reduce the amount of solid waste in the landfills.
96	Debating the bottle bill Public Relations News Release 2001:260, p.1	01/14/2002	The recent controversy over can recycling will be discussed by Allen Hayes.
97	Merry recycled Christmas Public Relations News Release 2001:239, p.1	12/17/2001	Michaela Rich will offer suggestions for "eco-friendly" gifts.
98	Recycling an option on campus Northern Iowan 98:19, p.1	11/06/2001	Residence halls provide students with easy ways to recycle.
99	The reality about recycling Public Relations News Release 2001:166, p.1	10/22/2001	Elizabeth Plasket will talk about the effect of recycling on the nation.
100	UNI center tackles landfill/recycling issues Public Relations News Release 2000:479, p.1	06/26/2001	Although people are recycling more, they are also throwing away more garbage than did 40 years ago.