UNI Bookstore [Formerly University Book and Supply]

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	UNI Bookstore to return to private operation Northern Iowan 119:48, p.1	04/06/2023	UNI will be transitioning the UNI Bookstore over to be operated by a third-party to allow for the prices of textbooks to drop lower. They acquired the bookstore in 2018 in order to lower the costs of books but due to recent changes in the industry that is no longer the case; photos.
2	NISG January updates Northern Iowan 119:36, p.2	02/13/2023	The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) give their monthly updates of events and accomplishments on topics like NISG Engagement Week, NISG campaigns, and the Legislative Liaison Team (LLT).
3	Panther families celebrate Family Weekend Northern Iowan 119:16, p.4	10/20/2022	Caroline Christensen gives details of the upcoming festivities occurring during Family Weekend and also interviews Assistant Vice President & Dean of Students Allyson Rafanello; photo.
4	An evening with storyteller Chuy Rentería Northern Iowan 119:10, p.1	09/29/2022	This article written in Spanish and English, talks about Jesús 'Chuy' Rentería visiting UNI's campus for a reading and Q&A session about his new book "We Heard It When We Were Little", published in 2021. The book talks about Rentería's experience growing up in West Liberty, Iowa as a Mexican-American; photo.
5	Bookstore features alum's apparel Northern Iowan 118:32, p.1	02/07/2022	UNI alumni Mikal Settle has clothing featured in the UNI Bookstore for the month of February; photo.
6	Vaccination clinic bookstore giftcard available for students Northern Iowan 118:1, p.1	08/26/2021	Starting August 30, 2021, any students who show proof of their covid-19 vaccination shots will receive a $25 UNI Bookstore gift-card. Students can get their vaccination shots at the Student Health Center each Thrusday from 1-3 PM and Friday from 9-11 AM; photo.
7	Panther Portrait: SAE Car Wash Northern Iowan 117:48, p.5	04/08/2021	The Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity hosted a car wash; photos.
8	Commence towards graduation this Wednesday Northern Iowan 116:42, p.4	03/09/2020	UNI students graduating were invited to attend the Graduation Fair in Maucker Union Ballroom. The event was to provide graduating students with the resources they needed prior to graduation. The Graduation Fair will take place on March 11 in the Maucker Union ballrooms. The Office of the Registrar, Career Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, bookstore, Flash Photography, and Alumni Association will be present offering services.
9	Parking changes coming to College Hill Northern Iowan 116:38, p.2	02/24/2020	Parking in the College Hill area will soon be standardized between lots with new signage and pay stations; photos.
10	UNI hosts Family Weekend 2019 Northern Iowan 116:15, p.5	10/21/2019	UNI Family Weekend 2019 took place from October 18th to the 20th, with an opening reception held on Saturday morning; photo.
11	Panther Portrait: Homecoming Parade Northern Iowan 115:17, p.5	10/22/2018	The homecoming parade on October 20 included nearly 90 participants and was sponsored by the UNI Bookstore; photos.
12	Bookstore haunted by ghost of student debts Northern Iowan 114:47, p.5	04/02/2018	In this satirical article written for April Fools, the university bookstore is haunted by the ghost that has formed as a result of the decades of student debt caused by the bookstore.
13	UNI plans to buy Book & Supply Northern Iowan 114:27, p.1	12/07/2017	UNI has decided to purchase University Book and Supply (UBS) for $2.4 million. The UBS will go from a privately owned business, to a non-for-profit entity of UNI; photo.
14	UNI Museums to host Bucks from Books Public Relations News Release 2014:137, p.1	12/04/2014	On December 13, UNI Museums will host Bucks from Books at Barnes & Noble in Waterloo and University Book & Supply. A percentage of each sale will be donated to the UNI Museums.
15	University Book and Supply presents Outstanding Teaching Awards Public Relations News Release 2013:237, p.1	04/07/2014	The winners of the University Book and Supply Outstanding Teaching Awards for 2014 have been announced. The winners are Sarah Vander Zanden, Sheila Benson, Nicholas Schwab, and Russell Guay.
16	Distinguished awards celebration Northern Iowa Today 97:1, p.25	01/01/2014	Mark Oman, Beverly Wynn Riess, Matt Harris, and Keith and Joyce Borglum win Heritage Honors Awards; David Martinson, Jackson Baty, and University Book and Supply win President's Philanthropy Awards; photo.
17	UNI teams up in the fight for breast cancer awareness Northern Iowan 110:9, p.8	09/27/2013	The Panther football team, volleyball team, and soccer team will all be wearing pink in addition to their standard purple and gold during the month of October to help raise notice for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
18	UNI alumni and friends to be honored at Distinguished Awards Celebration Public Relations News Release 2013:26, p.1	08/29/2013	UNI Alumni Association and UNI Foundation will host the Distinguished Awards Celebration. Alumni and friends will be recognized for their accomplishments and service to the university.
19	UNI to host new interactive exhibit at Iowa State Fair, Aug. 8-18 Public Relations News Release 2013:13, p.13	08/05/2013	UNI will be featuring a new interactive multimedia station at the Iowa State Fair this year. Visitors will be able to take a picture with a life-size cutout of UNI's mascot, TC. This will be a great way to talk to prospective students.
20	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.
21	Get your spring semester textbooks now! Northern Iowan 109:27, p.2	12/07/2012	University Book & Supply advertises textbook purchasing for Spring 2013 semester.
22	Textbook buyback Northern Iowan 109:26, p.5	12/04/2012	University Book and Supply advertisement for textbook buyback Fall 2012.
23	Fear proves to be no factor to the students of UNI Northern Iowan 109:21, p.6	11/06/2012	Campus Activity Board hosted "Fear Factor" based on the TV show. Students participated in several challenges. Contestants faced six rounds of elimination to win gift cards to University Book & Supply; photo.
24	Roaring savings Northern Iowan 109:15, p.7	10/16/2012	University Book & Supply store has Homecoming sale.
25	Welcome from your student body president Northern Iowan 109:1, p.8	08/24/2012	Students are encouraged to meet new friends and welcome freshmen to campus. A brief introduction to the Northern Iowa Student Government provided; photo.
26	UNI to host exhibit at Iowa State Fair, August 9-19 Public Relations News Release 2012:13, p.1	08/03/2012	Future Panthers, alumni, and friends can visit with faculty, students, and alumni. Photos, tatoos, pennants, and athletic posters will be available.
27	Robots take over Cleveland Northern Iowan 108:22, p.9	11/11/2011	UNI Robotics Team attends and competes in the 2011 Annual Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering Conference. Robot gathers ping pong balls, sorts by color, and distributes in five minutes; photo.
28	TOMS Campus Club Northern Iowan 108:20, p.6	11/04/2011	Goal to raise awareness for TOMS shoes. For each pair purchased, the company gives a pair to a child in need. A documentary, "For Tomorrow: The TOMS Shoes Story" sparked to formation of the club; photo.
29	Get the best bang for your BOOK Northern Iowan 108:2, p.9	08/30/2011	Textbooks are expensive. There are online alternatives to University Book and Supply. Comparisons made and prices explained. Students need to be aware of purchasing the correct editions; photo.
30	A losing game Northern Iowan 107:30, p.7	01/25/2011	Prices for textbooks on all campuses are very high. Students urged to purse the cheapest option; including exchanging books among classmates; photo.
31	Bucks from books to benefit UNI Museums. Public Relations News Release 2010:154, p.1	11/24/2010	Shoppers may participate by presenting a UNI Museums/Barnes & Noble bookmark available online or a Bucks From Books postcard at the time of purchase. A percentage of the purchase will be donated to the UNI Museums for exhibits and educational programs.
32	News-Talk series to discuss New York City Mosque Public Relations News Release 2010:71, p.1	09/27/2010	Mohammed Fahmy, a professor and a prayer leader at Masji Al-Noor Islamic center, will lead a discussion about the proposed construction of a mosque near Ground Zero at University Book and Supply. Fahmy's presentation is a part of the "News Talk" series.
33	MAP helps students transition to college Northern Iowan 107:6, p.4	09/17/2010	The Measures of Academic Progress survey is a tool to aid students starting their college career. Ten $50 gift certificates to University Book and Supply will awarded to those participating on the first day.
34	UNI to host Judy Shepard and series of LGBT dialogues Public Relations News Release 2010:35, p.1	09/03/2010	The university will host a series of events regarding struggles faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) students and citizens. The events are part of a lecture to be given by Judy Shepard of the Laramie Project.
35	Forbes editor visits University Book and Supply Northern Iowan 107:1, p.8	08/27/2010	Steve Forbes, editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine, visited campus for a short presentation and book signing; photo.
36	UNI hosts exhibit at Iowa State Fair, Aug. 12-22 ESPY Award on display Saturday, Aug. 14 Public Relations News Release 2010:6, p.1	08/04/2010	The men's basketball team, which made its first NCAA Sweet Sixteen appearance this year, will hand out commemorative posters highlighting the men's and women's basketball teams' record-breaking seasons.
37	University Book & Supply recognizes excellence in non-tenured faculty Public Relations News Release 2009:436, p.1	04/29/2010	The award recognizes outstanding teaching skills and contributions to their professions by faculty members who have not yet been awarded tenure. It includes a $1,000 cash gift and is administered through the UNI Foundation. Faculty members listed.
38	UNI alumna and award-winning illustrator to meet and greet public at Cedar Falls library Public Relations News Release 2009:285, p.1	02/17/2010	In coordination with the African-American Read-In, Jan Spivey Gilchrist, children's book illustrator will meet and greet at the Cedar Falls Public Library. Copies of her books will be available for purchase from University Book and Supply.
39	University bookstore to hold Community Conversations based on Dali Lama book Public Relations News Release 2009:267, p.1	02/10/2010	"The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World" by the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet and Howard C. Cutler, will be discussed during the second session of the Community Conversations series. The book applies Buddhist tradition to 21st-century struggles.
40	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.
41	Imagine the impact of 40 years of giving; Bob Beach, a loyal Panther friend and long-time supporter Northern Iowa Today 93:3, p.23	01/01/2010	Mr. Beach talks about what he learned as a student and how it helped in his life; photo.
42	Obstacles and opportunities experienced by women in IT to be the topic of next UNI "News Talk' Public Relations News Release 2009:191, p.1	12/02/2009	"Women in Information Technology Careers: Where Have They All Gone?" is the title of the final "News Talk" for the semester. The number of women in the information technology (IT) workforce continues to decline, yet demand for IT workers is increasing.
43	'Grade Inflation' to be the topic of next UNI 'News Talk' Public Relations News Release 2009:152, p.1	11/04/2009	Presenter and discussion leader Dennis Clayson, professor of marketing and Courier columnist, will discuss trends and possible causes of grade inflation in the classroom.
44	Safe Date Tailgate brings awareness to tailgaters Northern Iowan 106:15, p.11	10/20/2009	Homecoming provided the opportunity to inform students on safe and fun dating. Free food and drink brought students to the tent of the Women's and Gender Studies Department. Drawings were held.
45	Apples, cheese and comedy featured at Sept. 19 ACRE event Public Relations News Release 2009:49, p.1	09/14/2009	The Cedar Falls Annual Community Read for the Environment will be at Hartman Reserve Nature Center. Attendees can sample apples from local orchards, help make apple cider and learn to make cheese from professor Jack Yates.
46	'UNI Panther Pick Up' concludes off-campus site collection May 28 & 29 Public Relations News Release 2008:553, p.1	05/27/2009	Off-campus students moving out of apartments in the College Hill Neighborhood in Cedar Falls will have an opportunity to donate furniture, clothes, shoes, dishes, books, and other usable household items to local charitable organization.
47	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.
48	University Book & Supply recognizes excellence in non-tenured faculty Public Relations News Release 2008:473, p.1	04/16/2009	Five non-tenured faculty members will be honored this spring with the UBS Outstanding Teaching Award. The award, recognizes outstanding teaching skills and contributions to their profession by faculty who have not yet been tenured. Faculty members listed.
49	UNI students and Cedar Valley raise more than $8,000 for Pennies for Peace Public Relations News Release 2008:362, p.1	02/26/2009	More than 1,500 guests attended Nobel Peace Prize nominee Greg Mortenson's lecture. A penny in the U.S. is virtually worthless, but overseas a penny buys a pencil and opens the door to literacy.
50	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 105:33, p.6	02/06/2009	Panel discussed Lincoln's ideas concerning race and slavery at University Book and Supply; photo.
51	NISG news Northern Iowan 105:30, p.2	01/27/2009	Meetings of the Northern Iowa Student Government are recorded and can be viewed by students. Students will be able to see how their government works; providing accountability and transparency in allocating student funds.
52	UNI to celebrate Lincoln Bicentennial with series of speakers, panels Public Relations News Release 2008:316, p.1	01/26/2009	A number of activities are planned in Lincoln's honor by the Center for Multicultural Education and the American Democracy Project/Provost's Office. Panel discussions will be held at University Book and Supply in Cedar Falls and at UNI-Cue in Waterloo.
53	The Economic Crisis: Causes and Proposed Solutions'topic for 'News Talk' Dec. 6 Public Relations News Release 2008:244, p.1	11/26/2008	Presenter and discussion leader is A. Frank Thompson, professor of finance. Thompson brings extensive knowledge, practical experience, and insights to the current crisis. The question is whether or not more regulation is needed.
54	Televised Senate meetings will not be funded by students Northern Iowan 105:21, p.1	11/11/2008	NISG decides to televise meetings; will be sponsored by University Book and Supply and the ITS Production House; will begin spring semester 2009; photo.
55	Celebrate UNI Museums Day with area bookstores Public Relations News Release 2008:196, p.1	11/04/2008	A percentage of the purchase price at University Book & Supply, B. Dalton, and Barnes & Noble, will be donated to the UNI Museums to use toward the purchase of an exhibit sound system. All book sales are eligible for inclusion.
56	'Media Bias: It's Not What You Think!' topic for 'News Talk' Nov.1 Public Relations News Release 2008:182, p.1	10/28/2008	"News Talk" provides an opportunity to discuss the news of the day from local, regional or national newspapers and to hear the views of guest speakers such as editors, reporters, and faculty with expertise in the media.
57	Nonfiction author and poet, James Autry, to visit UNI, Sept. 18 and 19 Public Relations News Release 2008:59, p.1	09/09/2008	James Autry will be on campus for reading and autograph sessions, sponsored by the English department and the Iowa Writing Project. Autry will present "One Word after Another: Slices of a Writer's Life."
58	"Russia and Georgia: Recklessness or ?' Topic for UNI "News Talk' program Sept. 6 Public Relations News Release 2008:34, p.1	08/29/2008	Professor Dhirendra Vajpeyi will be the discussion leader for the "News Talk," conflict between Georgia and Russia over South Ossetia. "News Talk" is a series that provides an opportunity to discuss the news of the day from newspapers.
59	Panther Supply.com offers UNI students textbook information weeks in advance Public Relations News Release 2007:786, p.1	07/29/2008	Students can go to the PantherSupply.com, and follow the "textbooks" link. Once there, pick the Fall 2008 term from the drop-down menu and enter your class information. NISG is currently working on new outreach initiatives.
60	Textbook buying made easier; NISG and UBS collaborate Northern Iowan 104:59, p.1	07/25/2008	NISG and UBS work together to make textbook lists available earlier and to provide several textbook buying options; photo.
61	Warm weather brings new summer trends Northern Iowan 104:55, p.5	06/20/2008	Options for purchasing comfortable and stylish summer clothing; photo.
62	Book & Supply recognizes excellence in non-tenured faculty Public Relations News Release 2007:576, p.1	04/10/2008	Five non-tenured faculty members will be honored this spring with the University Book and Supply Outstanding Teaching Award.
63	News Talk looks into manipulation tactics Northern Iowan 104:47, p.1	04/08/2008	Students and citizens make up the News Talk discussion group; meets in the University Book and Supply store; photo.
64	News Talk explores forms of leadership Northern Iowan 105:42, p.1	03/10/2008	University Book and Supply hosts "News Talk". The group encourages discussion and reading about the news; resulting in a more educated and informed public; photo.
65	Bucks from Books event for UNI Museums Public Relations News Release 2007:260, p.1	10/31/2007	University Book & Supply, Barnes & Noble, and B. Dalton will be hosting "Bucks from Books" November 10 and 11.
66	UNI, UBS team to debut "News Talk" Saturday, October 6 Public Relations News Release 2007:197, p.1	10/03/2007	"News Talk," a monthly opportunity to discuss news from local, regional, or national newspapers, will begin October 6 at University Book and Supply.
67	Student government makes textbook information available online Northern Iowan 104:4, p.1	09/07/2007	Textbook Tracks is a website on the Northern Iowa Student Government homepage that provides information needed to explore the best places to purchase textbooks; photo.
68	University Book & Supply recognizes excellence in non-tenured faculty Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/16/2007	Sarah Sorenson, Timothy Weih, Todd Bohnenkamp, Wendy Olson, and Marybeth Stalp will be honored with the University Book and Supply Outstanding Teaching Award this spring.
69	University Book and Supply to host fundraiser for UNI Museums Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	03/26/2007	University Book and Supply will be hosting "Museum Days" March 31.
70	What's going on Northern Iowan 103:25, p.21	11/21/2006	Schedule of activities on and off campus.
71	New game is creating a 'Ruckus' in the area Northern Iowan 103:23, p.3	11/14/2006	University Book and Supply has become one of the nation's top sellers of the new game, 'Ruckus'; photo.
72	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	10/02/2006	A community conversation will be held at University Book and Supply, Tuesday, October 3.
73	Conversations in preparation for UNI speaker on Military Medicine and the War on Terror Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	09/29/2006	Francis Degnin and Craig White will speak.
74	Website trades books for books; SwapYourTextbooks.com has book exchange for students Northern Iowan 102:25, p.4	11/22/2005	New Web site allows students to trade books with one another in an effort to save money.
75	University Book & Supply hosts Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Northern Iowan 102:23, p.12	11/15/2005	Michael Gartner will be part of a book talk this Thursday; photo.
76	Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist, Thomas Friedman to speak at UNI Sept. 14 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	07/20/2005	Guest speaker will be part of the Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series.
77	Sturgis Youth Theatre to present 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	07/11/2005	Production features 51 children aged nine through fourteen and a coloring contest will also take place.
78	UBS announces teaching awards Northern Iowan 101:55, p.2	04/29/2005	Six non-tenured faculty were awarded the University Book and Supply Outstanding Teacher Award.
79	Local author to host book discussion Northern Iowan 101:54, p.2	04/26/2005	Kamyar Enshayan will talk at the Panther Pause Café on April 28th.
80	University Book and Supply recognizes excellence in non-tenured faculty Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	04/21/2005	Award recognizing outstanding teaching skills is given to six professors.
81	Events at University Book and Supply Northern Iowan 101:51, p.2	04/15/2005	Lists the events for the upcoming week.
82	The Book Corner; University Book & Supply upcoming events Northern Iowan 101:48, p.4	04/05/2005	Lists the events at the bookstore for the month of April.
83	UBS to host local author, artist Northern Iowan 101:26, p.3	12/03/2004	Gary Kelley to appear at University Book and Supply to hold a reading of his picture books.
84	Holidays express variety of meaning for all Northern Iowan 101:25, p.4	11/23/2004	Winter holidays were discussed at a University Book & Supply roundtable.
85	UBS offers more than books; supports UNI students, organizations Northern Iowan 101:23, p.5	11/16/2004	Description of UNI-friendly programs supported by the University Book & Supply.
86	University Book and Supply celebrates winter holidays Northern Iowan 101:23, p.4	11/16/2004	Bookstore to hold presentation of four winter holidays; photo.
87	Untitled Northern Iowan 101:11, p.5	10/05/2004	First in three-part series by Scott Cawelti on analyzing political advertisements to be free to the public and held at University Book & Supply.
88	UNI professor to present series on politics and media Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1	09/30/2004	Will be a three-lecture series presented at University Book and Supply on October 7, 14, and 21.
89	Bookstore prices bring discomfort for all Northern Iowan 101:2, p.5	08/31/2004	Speaks out against the alleged pricing practices of the University Book and Supply as well as those of textbook publishers.
90	Grab the Essentials in the Union Northern Iowan 100:56, p.1	06/11/2004	Essentials opened in Maucker Union to replace the closed Union Station; will sell snacks, clothing, and souvenirs; photo.
91	WB gives false hope of tearful, dramatic ending Northern Iowan 100:55, p.7	04/30/2004	Conveys story of a book-returning trip to the bookstore.
92	Professors honored by bookstore Northern Iowan 100:54, p.1	04/27/2004	University Book and Supply honors six professors with Outstanding Teacher award; photo.
93	University Book and Supply recognizes excellence in non-tenured faculty Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	04/21/2004	List of award winners.
94	Kenneth Atkinson named University Book and Supply Outstanding Teacher Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	04/16/2004	Professor Ken Atkinson will receive the award and give a lecture, "Mysterious Women of the Dead Sea Scrolls," on Wednesday, April 21.
95	Let go for a good cause Northern Iowan 100:33, p.9	02/03/2004	Students urged to contribute to the upcoming Goodwill donation drive; photo.
96	University Book & Supply presents scholarships to UNI students Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	10/13/2003	Scholarship money based on percentage of sales during Family Weekend.
97	UBS introduces new price matching policy Northern Iowan 100:1, p.1	08/29/2003	If students find a book priced lower online than at University Book & Supply, UBS will match the price; not valid when book prices found at half.com, ebay, or amazon auction; photo.
98	Book buyback option overview Northern Iowan 99:55, p.1	05/02/2003	Some students, dissatisfied with University Book and Supply, have turned to Internet sources for buying and selling books.
99	New columnist comments on bookstore tyranny Northern Iowan 99:31, p.5	01/28/2003	Describes his experiences buying textbooks at University Book & Supply.
100	University Book and Supply getting geared up for expansion and renovation Northern Iowan 99:29, p.1	01/17/2003	Renovation plans outlined; expect to finish in November; photo.