Student Protests and Demonstrations

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1 Students rally to support Roe v. Wade
Northern Iowan 118:55, p.5 		Two photos showing students gathered at the corner of College and W. 23rd St. to protest the possible overturning of Roe v. Wade.
2 The continuation of sports protest
Northern Iowan 118:41, p.11 		The use of protests by black athletes throughout athletics history shows the racism embedded within it; photo.
3 Student-Athletes hold "UNIty" walk
Northern Iowan 117:16, p.6 		The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Minority Student-Athlete Leadership Team (MSALT) host UNIty walk in protest of racial injustice; photos.
4 Student-athletes to hold "UNIty" march
Northern Iowan 117:15, p.6 		The Minority Student-Athlete Leadership Team (MSALT) and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), planned with the Athletics Department, held a UNIty Walk to protest racism and police brutality; photo.
5 Show your support in protests
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.3 		Tyler Montgomery, as well as many members of the Cedar Valley community, attended a Black Lives Matter rally on Main Street. Montgomery calls out the campus for ignoring racial issues and miscommunication; photo.
6 UNI community marches for justice
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.1 		A UNI student, Max Tensen, organized a Black Lives Matter protest in response to the murder of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Protestors marched from UNI central campus to Cedar Falls City Hall; photo.
7 Students march for Breonna Taylor
Northern Iowan 117:12, p.1 		UNI students gathered at Maucker Union to march in protest after officers were not charged in the shooting of Breonna Taylor in Louisville, KY. Students heard from speakers and then marched; photos.
8 UNI Seven honored on 50th anniversary
Northern Iowan 116:43, p.2 		The Center for Multicultural Education (CME) honored the 50th anniversary of the UNI Seven on March 9 in the Maucker Union Ballrooms. The article discusses the 1970 peaceful protests that led to the suspension of seven students - "The UNI 7" - and subsequent protest where almost 30 students were arrested. One of the protest demands was a learning space for people of color - two years later, the vice president's house became the Ethnic Minority Cultural and Educational Center, which evolved into today's CME. Ten activists involved in the protests were present at the event: Ann Burke, Palmer Byrd, Christopher Dalton, James Johnson, Glen Moore, Terry Sallis, Terry Stevens, Tony Stevens, Joseph Sailor, and Byron Washington; photo.
9 Black History Month with BSU
Northern Iowan 116:32, p.4 		UNI's Black Student Union (BSU) has prepared events honoring Black History Month in February. The include the BSU Kickoff, Poetic Justice, Skate Party, a panel of black and educated (BAE) professionals, exhibit Tunnels of Oppression, Soul Food Dinner in conjunction with Waterloo's Gift of Life Church, and Toast for Change; photo.
10 DACA dreamers close to home
Northern Iowan 114:5, p.1 		Hundreds gather on Main Street to protest President Trump's repeal of DACA. There are several speakers, including UNI students; photo.
11 Peace rally
Northern Iowan 114:4, p.1 		The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) hosted a Peace Rally. The rally featured several speakers that included UNI students, professors, and community members; photo.
12 Free Speech
Northern Iowan 112:52, p.1 		Campus conversations about free speech and racism recently have included forums, panels, student demonstrations, reports, and classroom discussions; photo.
13 Past student activists call for change
Northern Iowan 112:51, p.2 		The event "Brave Student Voices" took place in the Commons on April 12 and featured current students activists as well as members of the UNI Seven, including Byron Washington and Terry Stevens; photo.
14 UNI 7: Activism impacts campus nearly half a century later
Northern Iowan 112:47, p.1 		In 1970, a group of students that became known as the UNI Seven led a demonstration and movement on campus that eventually resulted in a space for multi-cultural students to gather; photo.
15 Support and dissent at rally
Northern Iowan 112:28, p.1 		2016 presidential candidate Donald Trump held a rally in the West Gym on January 12, drawing supporters and protestors; photos.
16 "Band-Aids on bullet holes"
Northern Iowan 112:22, p.1 		Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) and various staff, students, and faculty protest the lack of administrative action on discrimination on campus; photos.
17 Street preacher sparks heated discussion
Northern Iowan 112:6, p.4 		Students engaged with controversial street preacher Brother Matthias in front of Maucker Union on September 14; photos.
18 Fight apathy, become an activist
Northern Iowan 111:54, p.5 		Stormy O'Brink urges people to push for social change; photo.
19 Ruud Reports
Northern Iowan 111:25, p.2 		UNI president Bill Ruud answers some hot questions around campus and shares his personal opinion on current events.
20 We can do better
Northern Iowan 111:22, p.1 		Hundreds of faculty, students, and staff showed up to the "Day of Solidarity" protest and showed support for those affected by the harmful Yik-Yak posts.
21 Getting together to listen
Northern Iowan 111:21, p.4 		Rod Library hosted a listening table, a gathering where anyone can talk without being judged; photo.
22 Solidarity
Northern Iowan 111:21, p.2 		Students gathered outside the Maucker union to show support of those affected by the harmful social media posts.
23 United we stand
Northern Iowan 111:21, p.1 		A group of students gathered in the Maucker Union Plaza supporting those victimized by social media harassment.
24 Protest incites student response
Northern Iowan 109:53, p.1 		Protesters from Missionaries to the Pre-Born gathered outside of the Maucker Union to protest abortion and homosexuality. Groups of students opposed this protest and formed their own counter-protest group, photo.
25 Occupy movement continues with protest on Main Street
Northern Iowan 108:27, p.1 		People are still engaged in the Occupy movement. A letter will be delivered to the CEO of Wells Fargo Bank at the Cedar Falls office during a gathering of Occupy followers today; photo.
26 Education that builds engaged citizenship
Northern Iowan 108:21, p.6 		Believes that higher education is about learning, discussing, and sharing ideas that will build a better city, state, and nation. Here is a teachable moment. Believes that the protesters remind us of deep societal problems; photo.
27 UNI STAND rallies for moment of silence
Northern Iowan 108:19, p.6 		Declining to allow a request for a moment of silence for those killed in the Congo by the Athletic Department has led to demonstrations at recent football games. The group does not accept the explanation given for not allowing the request.
28 Protesters camped out in Overman Park
Northern Iowan 108:16, p.1 		The Occupy Wall Street movement has reached the Cedar Valley. The protesters marched to Wells Fargo bank and then to the park. They have camped out in the park. The city will decide if they can remain in the park; photo.
29 'We are the 99 percent'
Northern Iowan 108:15, p.1 		"Occupy" protests have sprung up all over the world; after starting on Wall Street in New York City. Marchers gathered on campus, marched to Wells Fargo bank, and then camped overnight at Overman Park; photo.
30 A dialogue of diversity
Northern Iowa Today 94:2, p.2 		Summary of events associated with GBPAC's "Standing on Higher Ground" program; President Allen's statement on the program; photo.
31 Students engage in peaceful counter protest in absence of WBC
Northern Iowan 107:6, p.1 		Students gathered to show their support for "The Laramie Project". The expected arrival of members of the Westboro Baptist Church did not materialize; photo.
32 Untitled
Northern Iowan 102:46, p.1 		Montage of photos of student demonstrations for and against war in Iraq; photo.
33 SSJ actions against ROTC disrespectful
Northern Iowan 102:45, p.8 		Dislikes recent protest of Students for Social Justice against ROTC; glad that other students spoke up for ROTC program.
34 Putting an end to violence against women
Northern Iowa Today 101:49, p.1 		"Take Back the Night" is a event designed to protest sexual assaults and violence against women; will be held Tuesday, April 12.
35 Protesters urge audience to 'stand and be counted'
Northern Iowan 101:25, p.3 		Presents perspectives on anti-war protest outside Maucker Union.
36 Moving Sept. 11 Memorial forgotten for coverage of war protest
Northern Iowan 101:7, p.9 		Criticizes Students for Social Justice for their protest activity as well as the Northern Iowan for covering their protest but not the September 11 memorial service at the Campanile.
37 Freedom of speech allowed on the UNI campus?
Northern Iowan 101:5, p.10 		Speaks out against Union employee trying to usher non-disruptive protesters out of the Union common area during the address being given by President Bush's daughters.
38 Students 'die-in'
Northern Iowan 101:5, p.1 		Participant protests war in Iraq outside Maucker Union; photo.
39 Students attempt to raise awareness by staging 'die-in'
Northern Iowan 101:5, p.3 		Protesters speak out against the rising death toll in the Iraq war by 'playing dead' outside the Union.
40 Students rally to 'Take back the night'
Northern Iowan 100:53, p.1 		Students march to raise awareness about sexual assault; photo.
41 Grad student invites community to Campanile
Northern Iowan 99:55, p.9 		Asks that the university community gather at the Campanile for a silent protest against increasing tuition and budget cuts.
42 NI year in review
Northern Iowan 99:55, p.1 		Highlights from the year's big news stories; photo.
43 Controversial play revisited in panel discussion
Northern Iowan 99:54, p.1 		The controversy over "Corpus Christi," performed on campus in December 2001, was discussed by panel; photo.
44 UNI SAVE Mentors Men's Week continues through Thursday, April 24
Public Relations News Release 2002:485, p.1 		Several events are planned for SAVE Mentors Men's Week.
45 Students voice beliefs with Grinstead's lead
Northern Iowan 99:48, p.13 		Profile of Professor John Grinstead, and a summary of his efforts to constrain war; photo.
46 Students show support for, solidarity with soldiers
Northern Iowan 99:47, p.1 		Students gathered outside the Maucker Union on April 3 to demonstrate support for America's troops in Iraq; photo.
47 Protester gives UNI thanks for activism
Northern Iowan 99:46, p.9 		Praises students for their involvement in the campus walkout last Monday.
48 Untitled
Northern Iowan 99:46, p.10 		Criticizes those who wrote certain anti-war statements on the sidewalks.
49 Student voices
Northern Iowan 99:45, p.9 		Students respond to the question: Do you think the walk-out on Monday accomplished anything?; photo.
50 War opponents take to the streets
Northern Iowan 99:45, p.1 		Student war protestors and supporters rallied in the Maucker Union Plaza during campus walk-out; photo.
51 Shepards remain target for hate
Northern Iowan 99:42, p.5 		Criticizes group led by the Reverend Fred Phelps that proposed a protest outside of Lang Hall where Judy Shepard was scheduled to speak.
52 Untitled
Northern Iowan 99:41, p.1 		Woman holds sign at protest against a possible invasion of Iraq; photo.
53 Reader challenges women's groups
Northern Iowan 99:37, p.8 		Criticizes women's rights activists for not participating in the protest outside the Ja Rule concert.
54 Students planning walk-out
Northern Iowan 99:36, p.6 		Talks about trip to peace conference in Minneapolis, and calls for student support of the peace movement.
55 UNI students travel to D.C. to make voices heard
Northern Iowan 99:30, p.1 		Students talk about their experiences in Washington D. C., where they went to protest the possible war with Iraq.
56 Student responds to anti-war sentiments on campus
Northern Iowan 99:25, p.8 		Criticizes war protestors for feeding the public false information.
57 Students 'dying' to oppose war
Northern Iowan 99:24, p.1 		Students participated in a "die-in" by feigning death, to protest the possible war in Iraq; photo.
58 Die-In speaker defends Not In Our Name stance
Northern Iowan 99:26, p.11 		Gives links to Web sites to provide information and background on the statements made during Die-In at Maucker Union on November 20.
59 Encouraged by students finding a voice
Northern Iowan 99:16, p.9 		Praises those students who participated in the protest against the tuition hikes, and offers suggestions for taking it further.
60 Untitled
Northern Iowan 99:14, p.1 		Students protest the proposed tuition hike outside the Maucker Union; photo.
61 Students protesting tuition increases; Regents meeting at UNI draws students to rally
Northern Iowan 99:13, p.1 		The Committee for Student Voice was formed to protest against the proposed tuition hike and will hold a rally outside the Maucker Union on October 16.
62 Anti-war students rally in protest
Northern Iowan 99:12, p.1 		Amnesty International hosted a rally entitled, "Question the War," and held student discussions concerning the possibility of war in Iraq; photo.
63 Campus protest harkens to past
Northern Iowan 99:12, p.6 		Compares the recent Amnesty International rally against the possible war in Iraq with rallies against the Viet Nam War.
64 Why one student joined the Schwarzkopf protests
Northern Iowan 98:49, p.10 		Participated in Amnesty International's protest because he felt he needed to inform people about injustices occurring in the world.
65 Schwarzkopf's appearance spurs protests
Northern Iowan 98:48, p.1 		Students and others protested outside the GBPAC while Norman Schwarzkopf spoke; photo.
66 Amnesty International plans week-long protest of Schwarzkopf visit
Public Relations News Release 2001:385, p.1 		A list of events is given.
67 Peace rally positives & negatives
Northern Iowan 98:23, p.6 		Explains why the peace rally was a success.
68 Peace rally unpatriotic
Northern Iowan 98:23, p.8 		Believes that the war in Afghanistan is doing more good than harm.
69 Protestors of Albright's address should have more respect
Northern Iowan 98:17, p.11 		Encourages students to respect national leaders, even if they do not agree with their beliefs and policies.
70 SEAC takes stand against herbicide spraying
Northern Iowan 97:12, p.1 		Students believe administration has not listened to their request to discontinue the use of pesticides and staged two protests; photo.
71 University of No Iowa?: Faculty member reminisces about first years at UNI
Northern Iowan 97:7, p.9 		Professor Roberts discusses first experiences as a new teacher at UNI in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
72 An uneasy look back: Culture Center celebrates 25th anniversary
Northern Iowa Today 80:1, p.16
73 Continued protest and concern on and off campus
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.294 		Students organize and protest; some legislators demand order on campus; photo.
74 General activism and unrest on and off campus
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.278 		President Maucker attempts to work with students to deal with civil rights and discrimination concerns; students stage march in Cedar Falls; photo.
75 Regents' policies on campus disturbances
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.385 		The Regents and President Kamerick establish procedures for dealing with campus disorder.
76 The climactic end of the Sixties
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.367 		The close of the spring semester, 1970; reaction to the fighting in Cambodia; arrangements for ending the semester.
77 The image of UNI 1969-1970
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.302 		The effects of campus events on the public perception of UNI.
78 Unrest and adjustment
A Century of Leadership and Service 2:0, p.249 		National background of the 1960s; photo.
79 King verdict startles nation: UNI, U of I students protest
Northern Iowan 88:57, p.1 		About 150 students protest on Union; photo.
80 And the sign says
Northern Iowan 88:49, p.1 		Protest on Union; photo.
81 Apathy rampant at UNI
Northern Iowan 88:15, p.2 		Critical of lack of interest show by students in tuition protest.
82 Students protest proposed tuition increases at vigil
Northern Iowan 88:14, p.1 		Students offer views on protest.
83 Jon Crews attends NISG meeting
Northern Iowan 88:6, p.1 		Talks about Cedar Falls; encourages students to participate in government; senators talk about recent protest, traffic light on University Avenue.
84 Student questions NISG president priorities and leadership
Northern Iowan 88:6, p.2 		Believes UNI should have participated in strike.
85 Something to Think About: "Student Awakening (?!) Day"
Northern Iowan 88:5, p.2 		Reactions to recent protest against budget cuts.
86 Students send message at Awakening Day Rally
Northern Iowan 88:5, p.1 		Four hundred people attend rally and listen to speeches; photo.
87 Panel discussion added to Awakening Day
Northern Iowan 88:4, p.1 		Panel will include local legislators.
88 Awakening day set to rally students
Northern Iowan 88:3, p.1 		Will hold rally on Union.
89 Some say class boycott is necessary
Northern Iowan 88:3, p.1 		Students offer viewpoints on strike to protest cuts in UNI budget.
90 UNI students support war effort; 78 percent favor U. S. role
Northern Iowan 87:32, p.1 		A recent survey polled 488 students on their views of the Persian Gulf War. Only 13% disapprove of U. S. involvement.
91 Thousands march for peace¿while a few defend war
Northern Iowan 87:31, p.1 		Thirty UNI students attended demonstration in Des Moines Sunday to protest the Gulf War; photo.
92 Protests mount as war breaks out in Gulf; crowds gather at Union
Northern Iowan 87:30, p.5 		Peaceful protests took place this past week against American involvement in the Persian Gulf War; photo.
93 UNI students support hospice; picketing and demonstrating
Northern Iowan 86:50, p.1 		Students support controversial AIDS house in Evansdale.
94 Students lobby, rally at Capitol
Northern Iowan 82:49, p.1 		Excerpts from Connie Hessburg's remarks; photo.
95 Apartheid protested by students Friday
Northern Iowan 82:48, p.1 		Sello Rasethaba, a native of South Africa, discusses the apartheid situation in South Africa; photo.
96 Apartheid protest today
Northern Iowan 82:47, p.3 		South African exchange students discuss their views on apartheid.
97 UNI students march for peace
Northern Iowan 82:18, p.1 		About 30 students march around Cedar Falls.
98 "Thousands have been shot dead:" Exiled South African Majake
Northern Iowan 82:13, p.4 		Excerpts from remarks by Moyisi Majake; photo.
99 Apartheid protest Friday
Northern Iowan 82:11, p.1 		Several student groups plan action.
100 Non-violent protest planned
Northern Iowan 80:60, p.1 		Group will plan SAC protest.