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1 | Panther Preview Northern Iowan 119:52, p.5 |
A timeline of events happening on campus next week. Some of the events include musical performances, the Traditions Keeper Ceremony, and a Sexual Assault Awareness Pet Therapy Event with Pet Pals. | |
2 | UNI social and emotional learning conference Northern Iowan 119:47, p.4 |
The Social and Emotional Learning Conference will be held this year on April 7, 2023 in Maucker Union and Schindler Education Center. This conference is sponsored by the College of Education and Ken Budke; photo. | |
3 | Schindler Education Center takes flight Northern Iowan 119:46, p.3 |
In this satirical article written for April Fools, suspicions of the Schindler Education Center being a UFO were confirmed as the top half of the building broke off and blasted into space; photo. | |
4 | A resident assistant takeover: UNI's 32nd Annual Midwest RA Conference Northern Iowan 119:32, p.1 |
UNI hosted this year's Midwest Resident Assistant Conference. This conference provided sessions, team-building, and fun experiences for over 500 RAs from 10 different midwestern states; photo. | |
5 | Rod Library sells books for a bargain Northern Iowan 119:28, p.1 |
Rod Library sold over 8,000 books, music, and LPs to education students and/or teachers. This book sale was put on in efforts to help support the Teacher Education and Collaboration Hub (TEACH) project; photo. | |
6 | New education center features media system Northern Iowan 118:16, p.4 |
Reprinted from the NI Archives, this article discusses Phase II and final phase construction of the Education Complex; photo. | |
7 | UNI da la bienvenida a la oradora invitada Vanessa Espinoza Northern Iowan 118:11, p.8 |
Vanessa Espinoza, UNI alum, will come to campus October 7 as a guest speaker in honor of Latinx Heritage Month. Read in English on page 4. | |
8 | UNI welcomes Vanessa Espinoza Northern Iowan 118:11, p.4 |
Vanessa Espinoza, UNI alum, will come to campus October 7 as a guest speaker in honor of Latinx Heritage Month. Read in Spanish on page 8. | |
9 | Food Court, Schindigs close for semester Northern Iowan 117:28, p.1 |
The Maucker Union food court and Schindigs in Schindler Education Center close for the semester due to the pandemic and reduced sales. Additionally, TC's Takeout from the 23rd Street Market will no longer be offered. The food court will hopefully reopen in Fall 2021. Dining locations remaining open include Chat, Essentials, 23rd Street Market, Biscotti's, and Book Bistro; photo. | |
10 | African American Children and Families Conference held in SEC Northern Iowan 116:40, p.1 |
The ninth annual African American Children and Families Conference was held in the Schindler Education Center on February 28. The theme was "Transforming Communities for the Betterment of the Lives of African American Children and Families;" photo. | |
11 | Preview: Love a Donor Week Northern Iowan 116:34, p.4 |
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. | |
12 | Panther Portrait: The SingPins Northern Iowan 116:25, p.5 |
The SingPins performed in the lobby of the Schindler Education Center; photos. | |
13 | Teachers offer advice at SEECA panel Northern Iowan 116:24, p.1 |
The Student Elementary and Early Childhood Association (SEECA) Classroom Teacher Panel gathered in Schindler Education Center on November 19. Six teachers shared their classroom experiences. Four were from the Cedar Valley and two more interacted via Zoom and discussed their lives as teachers. Each teacher gave advice and discussed challenges and rewards; photos. | |
14 | Jepson Forum on immigration and tariffs Northern Iowan 116:9, p.1 |
The annual Jepson Forum, which honors Danish immigrant Lawrence Jepson who came to Iowa in the early 1900s, took place inside Schindler Education Center on September 26th, 2019. The forum was organized by Professor of Economics Shahina Amin and panelists were Loren Bawn, Mark Grey, Chad Hart, and Aaron Purze. The discussed immigration, politics, tariffs, and agriculture; photo. | |
15 | Keep the light on for Banned Books Week Northern Iowan 116:8, p.1 |
Banned Books Week has returned to UNI, celebrated by Rod Library and the College of Education with multiple displays around campus. The American Library Association (ALA) maintains a list of banned books, which are books challenged by individuals or groups who want them removed from public and school libraries. Youth services librarian Katelyn Browne discusses reasons why books are banned and encourages students and future teachers to read widely; photos. | |
16 | Yemen, praxis and global responsibility Northern Iowan 116:5, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the war and genocide in Yemen is being exacerbated by the United States government, which should end its involvement with Saudi Arabia and in Yemen. Rawwas supports the efforts of representative Ro Khanna and Bernie Sanders and calls out President Trump and the recent 9/11 memorial event on campus that included a helicopter landing, saying they draw attention away from ongoing civilian causalities; photo. | |
17 | UNI to host satellite voting Northern Iowan 115:14, p.2 |
UNI will offer on-campus satellite voting for the 2018 midterm elections; photo. | |
18 | UNI to host Literacy Conference Northern Iowan 114:46, p.2 |
UNI is set to host the Elementary Literacy Conference to give teachers new strategies to current and future teachers. | |
19 | Campaign urges students to "refill" Northern Iowan 114:19, p.2 |
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. | |
20 | SingPins serenade, perform on campus Northern Iowan 114:18, p.1 |
A branch of the Varsity Men's Glee Club, the SingPins perform in Schindler and Maucker Union. The SingPins are an a cappella group lead by Will Lubaroff and Brandt Roskens, with the help of Professor John Wiles; photo. | |
21 | Faculty struggle with Schindler remodel Northern Iowan 112:2, p.2 |
Due to the remodeling of Schindler Education Center, many faculty members were forced to move from their offices and lose some of their workspace; 260 courses that were taught in Schindler Education Center will be taught elsewhere on campus. | |
22 | Schindler remodel is necessary Northern Iowan 111:54, p.4 |
Gabe Gravert shares his joy about the new renovation plans set for Schindler; photo | |
23 | UNI's Elementary Literacy Conference to be held April 17 Public Relations News Release 2014:216, p.1 |
The 47th annual Elementary Literacy Conference will be on April 17, in the Schindler Education Center. There will be a pre-conference event at the Grout Museum/Bluedorn Science Imaginarium in Waterloo April 16. The conference is free for UNI students. | |
24 | UNI to host Conference on African-American Children and Families Public Relations News Release 2014:163, p.1 |
This is UNI's fourth year hosting the event that will take place in the Schindler Education Center (SEC) on February 20. This event is free and open to the public. | |
25 | UNI's College of Education to host town hall meeting in Cedar Rapids Public Relations News Release 2014:136, p.1 |
The meeting will be held December 11, at Grant Wood AEA. UNI will host several town hall meetings across the state to discuss education in Iowa. | |
26 | UNI's College of Education tot host town hall meeting in Des Moines area Public Relations News Release 2014:132, p.1 |
The next meeting will be held in Johnston, December 10, at Heartland AEA. Meeting will be held across the state from now until December. | |
27 | UNI's College of Education to host town meeting in Bettendorf Public Relations News Release 2014:107, p.1 |
UNI will host several town meetings across Iowa to discuss education. The next meeting is November 17, and is going to be held in Bettendorf. Meetings will be held from now until December. | |
28 | Book fair to raise money Northern Iowan 111:10, p.4 |
The UNI Student Reading Association held their semi-annual Scholastic book fair in SEC for people to purchase books for teaching; photo. | |
29 | UNI's College of Education to host town meeting in Council Bluffs Public Relations News Release 2014:61, p.1 |
UNI College of Education will host several town meetings across the state to discuss education in Iowa. The next meeting will be in Council Bluffs, October 9, at the Educational Service Center. | |
30 | Top 10 hidden places to study on campus Northern Iowan 110:55, p. |
Lists and pictures of the top ten place to study on campus; photo. | |
31 | Education center will move to Sabin Hall Northern Iowan 110:54, p.2 |
UNI received $2 million to operate a new education center. The Center for Educational Transformation will allow students to participate in hands-on research activities; photo. | |
32 | Food for your stomach and mind Northern Iowan 110:50, p.6 |
Next fall the Rod Library will feature a café where students can purchase food and beverages. This is a way to attract more students to the library. The project is funded by the library, Department of Residence, and academic affairs; photo. | |
33 | 46th annual conference on elementary literacy at UNI Public Relations News Release 2013:223, p.1 |
UNI will host the 46th annual Elementary Literacy Conference. The conference is free to UNI students and faculty. The event will include multiple sessions on topics in the areas of literacy, arts integration, and the Common Core standards. | |
34 | UNI event aims to empower African-America community Public Relations News Release 2013:183, p.1 |
UNI will host the third annual Conference on African-American Children and Families. The conference looks to educate those in attendance on diversity. There will be several breakout sessions and a keynote speaker, Janice Hale. | |
35 | 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. | |
36 | President Ruud expresses appreciation for Governor's support of tuition freeze Public Relations News Release 2013:155, p.1 |
President Ruud expresses his thanks to Governor Branstad for the budget recommendations in support of UNI. This will allow UNI to freeze tuition for its second consecutive year. The Governor also supported the $2 million renovation of Schindler. | |
37 | Discussion of new education center continues Northern Iowan 110:25, p.1 |
During the Iowa Board of Regents' upcoming meeting, the board plans to bring up professional development assignments for UNI faculty and an update on the Iowa Research and Development Center for Educational Transformation at UNI. | |
38 | Regents approve education center Northern Iowan 110:18, p.1 |
The Iowa Board of Regents approved plans to open a new education center, "The Center for Educational Transformation" at the University of Northern Iowa. The center will replace Malcolm Price Laboratory. | |
39 | UNI to host Panther Play Date Public Relations News Release 2013:100, p.1 |
UNI will offer Panther Play Dates in the Schindler Education Center. Students grades one through five may attend. UNI elementary education and theatre majors will provide art and activities for the students. | |
40 | BOR approves big-ticket items Northern Iowan 110:5, p.1 |
UNI's official enrollment this year reached 12,159 students. This number is higher than predicted, but lower than last fall's enrollment. At the Board of Regents meeting UNI requested $10 million to help with renovations to Schindler Education Center. | |
41 | The BOR will discuss big UNI items at meeting Northern Iowan 110:4, p.1 |
UNI is requesting approximately $10 million from the Iowa Board of Regents. The university is hoping that this amount will be awarded yearly to UNI. This money would allow UNI to freeze tuition rates and renovate Schindler Education Center. | |
42 | 'Everybody knows somebody' theme for Eating Disorder Awareness Week Northern Iowan 109:37, p.4 |
This year for Eating Disorder Awareness Week students are trying to raise awareness on eating disorders. There are several informative events for students hoping to learn more about eating disorders. | |
43 | UNI to host conference on African-American children and families Public Relations News Release 2012:157, p.1 |
UNI will host the second annual Conference on African-American Children and Families. This conference will help people to better understand the culture, ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status and needs of African-American families. | |
44 | Waterloo students explore the American Dream Public Relations News Release 2012:142, p.1 |
The University of Northern Iowa Reaching for Higher Ground Series will be showcasing sixth grades students responses to the question, "What is my American Dream?". The events will include essays and photographs done by the students. | |
45 | I Spy at UNI Northern Iowan 109:23, p.2 |
Mystery photo looking for identification. The previous photo was identified by Dustin Woody as the fountain outside Schindler Education Center; photo. | |
46 | Life after Price Lab: Level II field experiences Northern Iowan 109:7, p.1 |
New field experience consists of a two week mini-course followed by a minimum of twenty-five hour field experience during a six week period. Waterloo and Cedar Falls schools are providing areas for field experience; photo. | |
47 | Changes made in student computer centers Northern Iowan 109:3, p.3 |
ITS has closed the student computer centers in Bartlett Hall and Rod Library. A new lab has opened in Panther Village. Ninety-five new computers are located in various centers on campus. New Duplex printers were purchased to cut paper usage. | |
48 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 109:1, p.18 |
Scenes from move-in week and the first week of classes; photo. | |
49 | UNI CDC relocating to Hillside Courts Northern Iowan 108:54, p.4 |
The Child Development Center will move from its present location in the Malcolm Price Laboratory School. The process is moving quickly. The anticipated change will take place after the end of the summer session. | |
50 | Hundreds march to keep Price Lab open Northern Iowan 108:40, p.1 |
Students, parents, faculty, and community members marched from Price Laboratory School to Schindler Education Center. The event was organized to send a message to President Allen, the Board of Regents, the legislature, and the Governor; photo. | |
51 | I Spy at UNI Northern Iowan 108:29, p.2 |
Faculty, students, and staff are encouraged to try their hand at identifying this week's mystery photo. Daniel Vorwark was last week winner; photo. | |
52 | 'Election 2010: What did it Mean?' to be held at UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:129, p.1 |
The Department of Political Science will host a forum discussing "Election 2010: What did it Mean?" in the Schindler Education Center Room 246. | |
53 | Iowa's fugitive, Patrick Kuhse, returns to UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:128, p.1 |
The Wilson Series in Business Ethics will host "Iowa's Fugitive." Kuhse, an Iowa native and former financial planner and stockbroker in California, was involved in major illegal activities and eventually lived as a fugitive in the jungles of Costa Rica. | |
54 | Jane Elliott to deliver diversity lecture at UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:65, p.1 |
Elliott will discuss her belief that prejudice is nothing more than an emotional commitment to ignorance and the best answer to ignorance is education. Elliott is an internationally known teacher, lecturer, and diversity trainer. | |
55 | Presentation at UNI on global water issues and their relationship to business Public Relations News Release 2010:52, p.1 |
The Wilson Series in Business Ethics will host "Water, Water, Everywhere¿" Mark Hays, senior researcher for Corporate Accountability International, will explain the importance of water issues around the globe. | |
56 | Recycling now available Campus-wide Northern Iowan 107:2, p.3 |
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. | |
57 | UNI makes waste disposal and recycling more efficient on campus Public Relations News Release 2010:20, p.1 |
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 | |
58 | UNI College of Education dean search announces third candidate Public Relations News Release 2009:427, p.1 |
Jerry Thomas is the dean of the College of Education and professor in the Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation, at the University of North Texas. | |
59 | UNI College of Education dean search announces second candidate Public Relations News Release 2009:418, p.1 |
Brad Colwell is a professor in the Department of Educational Administration and Higher Education, and associate dean for academic and student affairs in the College of Education and Human Services at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. | |
60 | UNI to host author Joel Best to discuss 'The Stupidity Epidemic' Public Relations News Release 2009:390, p.1 |
As a professor of sociology and criminal justice at the University of Delaware, Best specializes in the sociology of deviance and the social construction of social problems. His publications include "Threatened Children," and others are listed. | |
61 | 'Jesus, Interrupted' author to speak at UNI Ehrman's visit part of book club series finale Public Relations News Release 2009:383, p.1 |
Bart Ehrman, the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will discuss his book "Jesus, Interrupted: Revealing the Hidden Contradictions in the Bible (and Why We Don't Know About Them)." | |
62 | UNI's teacher education students learn violence prevention strategies Public Relations News Release 2009:251, p.1 |
More than 300 students will participate in sessions during the spring semester. The first session, "Just a Matter of Teaching: From teasing to Torment," focuses on the escalation of bullying behavior in elementary through high school grades. | |
63 | UNI alumnus to speak on 'Mission-Driven Busienss' Public Relations News Release 2009:142, p.1 |
"Mission-Driven Business" wil be the topic of a lecture presented by alumnus Jim Storbeck in the Schindler Education Center, as part of the Wilson Series in Business Ethics. | |
64 | Conference to highlight Israeli-Palestinian conflict Northern Iowan 106:9, p.3 |
Schindler Education Center to host conference sponsored by Friends of Sabeel Iowa. The two day conference will focus on ways to achieve a two state solution to the problems in the Middle East. | |
65 | This week at the University of Northern Iowa Northern Iowan 105:49, p.4 |
Dates, times, and places of events for the week on the UNI campus. | |
66 | UNI hosts CSBS Student Research Conference. Public Relations News Release 2008:464, p.1 |
According to Helen Harton, professor of psychology and conference chair, the event provides an avenue for students' professional development. It provides undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to exchange ideas. | |
67 | Register or volunteer for the CSBS student research conference Northern Iowan 105:33, p.4 |
Conference will provide opportunities for students to present their research, exchange ideas, learn about other disciplines, and meet students from other departments. | |
68 | Learning mathematics and science through the arts Public Relations News Release 2008:295, p.1 |
Iowa Mathematics and Science Education Partnership's goals are to improve mathematics and science performance of Iowa students; prepare more high quality mathematics and science teachers for Iowa's schools; and to promote statewide collaboration. | |
69 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 105:18, p.14 |
Photos from Campbell Hall, Schindler Education Center, and Maucker Union ballroom; photo. | |
70 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 105:17, p.4 |
T. C. and cheerleaders at a volleyball game. Charles Grassley speaks to a class in Schindler Education Center; photo. | |
71 | UNI Distinguished Lecture Series will focus on education reform Public Relations News Release 2008:172, p.1 |
Former Colorado Gov. Roy Romer is the chairman of Strong American Schools, a project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors. Romer's presentation is "The Dire Need for Education Reform." | |
72 | UNI Distinguished Lecture Series with Gov. Romer postponed to Oct. 28 Public Relations News Release 2008:154, p.1 |
The former Colorado Gov. Roy Romer's lecture has been rescheduled for Oct. 28, in SEC. Romer is the chairman of Strong American Schools. His presentation is "The Dire Need for Education Reform." | |
73 | UNI signs on Rosalie Forbes as first Reading Recovery Director Public Relations News Release 2008:28, p.1 |
Rosalie (Salli) Forbes, who studied at Texas Woman's University in Denton, Texas WILL TRAIN NEW Reading Recovery Teacher Leaders, as well as provide training, support and professional development for the already implemented Recovery system in the state. | |
74 | UNI approved to open University Training Center for Reading Recovery Public Relations News Release 2007:715, p.1 |
Reading Recovery is a nationwide program in which teachers provide daily intensive one-on-one reading instruction to first grade students reading below average. The center will be located in Schindler Education Center; Penny Beed will be coordinator. | |
75 | High school students interested in teaching to participate in "Challenge" at UNI Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1 |
Education honor society Kappa Delta Pi hosts event on campus to show prospective teachers what teaching entails. | |
76 | Teaching overseas creates learning experiences for UNI students Northern Iowan 102:35, p.13 |
Teaching abroad provides unique experiences and shows employers diverse experiences; photo. | |
77 | Kerry makes caucus comeback; Edwards takes second, Dean third Northern Iowan 100:30, p.1 |
Senator John Kerry wins the Iowa caucuses with a near-record number of Iowans (122,000) turning out; photo. | |
78 | Creating an atmosphere for wonderful ideas Northern Iowa Today 85:1, p.18 |
Rheta Devries, the director of the Regents' Center for Early Developmental Education at Northern Iowa is highlighted. Describes Devries career, teaching background, philosophy, interests, creation of new schools and models, honors, goals, and inspirations. | |
79 | Cowpaths crisscrossing campus cause eyesores Northern Iowan 96:9, p.1 |
Many students comment on the unattractive appearance of paths worn in the grass, but most use them anyway; photo. | |
80 | Lang Hall construction begins this fall as UNI-Dome and WRC work ends Campus News Network 9:1, p.1 |
Work continues on PAC, construction on WRC and UNI-Dome will be completed, and Lang Hall renovations will begin; list of smaller projects; photo. | |
81 | The University of Northern Iowa to be site for teleconference by Secretary of Education, Thursday, April 17 Public Relations News Release 1996:358, p.1 |
United States Secretary of Education Richard Wiley host a teleconference at UNI to talk about preparing teachers for after college. | |
82 | Bad credit for KGRK Northern Iowan 93:16, p.6 |
KGRK staff could not distribute credit card applications in campus buildings. | |
83 | Pardon our progress Campus News Network 6:18, p.4 |
Report on construction projects underway on campus, including razing of two university-owned houses. | |
84 | Performing Arts Center practice room named for Dora Hood Schindler Northern Iowa Today 79:2, p.23 |
Biographical sketch of Dora Hood Schindler; photo. | |
85 | University of Northern Iowa's 27th Annual Beginning Reading Conference welcomes children's book author/illustrator as guest speaker April 21 Public Relations News Release 1994:393, p.1 |
27th Beginning Reading Conference to be held at UNI. Gail Gibbons is the guest speaker. | |
86 | Additional change in time for UNI commencement Saturday, December 17 Public Relations News Release 1994:188, p.1 |
Commencement will be held in the West Gym at 11 am and 2 pm on December 17. | |
87 | University of Northern Iowa to conduct winter commencement in two ceremonies in West Gym December 17 Public Relations News Release 1994:185, p.1 |
Winter Commencement activities are announced. | |
88 | Graduate workshop for gifted education offered through University of Northern Iowa at Des Moines convention Public Relations News Release 1994:81, p.1 |
UNI offers graduate credit for attendance at a special workshop during the Iowa Talented and Gifted Conference. | |
89 | University of Northern Iowa students, employers to meet via statewide fiber optics network Public Relations News Release 0:545, p.1 |
ICN provides communication option for job interviews for UNI students | |
90 | High school sophomores and juniors from across state to attend "Challenge of teaching Conference" Friday, April 29 on University of Northern Iowa camp Public Relations News Release 0:520, p.1 |
Kappa Delta Pi to host 160 high school students, helping them explore the idea of becoming a teacher. | |
91 | 470 of Iowa's top speech students to be honored at Northern Iowa Monday, April 11 Public Relations News Release 0:460, p.1 |
All-State Speech Festival to be held at UNI. | |
92 | Untitled Northern Iowan 89:63, p.1 |
Heavy thunderstorms cause leaks in campus buildings; photo. | |
93 | Students getting more fiber in their educational diets Campus News Network 3:16, p.1 |
PLS and Schindler are connected by fiber optic line; faculty use connection to enhance educational experience; photo. | |
94 | Buildings on UNI campus adopt no smoking policies Northern Iowan 89:30, p.1 |
Strayer-Wood Theatre, gyms, Schindler, Physics ban smoking; other buildings will decide individually. | |
95 | Child Care Center relocates Northern Iowan 89:11, p.3 |
Moves from Ed Center to Price Lab School. | |
96 | Macintosh computer lab now open in SEC Northern Iowan 89:7, p.1 |
Lab with sixteen new Macs open in Schindler. | |
97 | Students' patience needed Northern Iowan 87:1, p.1 |
Map has been created to assist students and faculty navigate through the construction projects on campus; photo and map. | |
98 | Educational leadership efforts will be advanced through Schindler gift Northern Iowa Today 74:1, p.11 |
Foundation receives $1 million gift to improve teacher education and provide scholarships; photo. | |
99 | Schindler education center to be dedicated Saturday (May 12) at University of Northern Iowa. Public Relations News Release 1989:633, p.1 |
The building is being named in honor of the late Alvin W. Schindler, a 1927 graduate of UNI, in recognition of his accomplishments in the field of education. | |
100 | College of Education Old Gold 0:0, p.20 |
Since its establishment in 1876 as the Iowa State Normal School, UNI has maintained one of the outstanding teacher education programs in the state. College of Education sponsors conferences, workshops, writing and research; photo. |