Weather
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1 | Extreme weather leads to reduced operations Northern Iowan 117:42, p.1 |
In-person classes were cancelled for the fourth time this semester due to extreme weather conditions, which caused campus to move to reduced operations for the day; photo. | |
2 | Cold temps cancel classes, close campus Northern Iowan 117:34, p.2 |
UNI cancelled classes and reduced operations on campus due to extreme cold temperatures; photo. | |
3 | Blizzard conditions cancel classes Northern Iowan 117:31, p.1 |
Due to the winter weather conditions, UNI cancelled classes on February 4 and moved to reduced operations; photos. | |
4 | Snow day starts spring semester Northern Iowan 117:28, p.1 |
The Spring semester began with a snow day; photos. | |
5 | Students speak out about Iowa derecho Northern Iowan 117:2, p.1 |
Two students talk about their experience during the Iowa derecho on August 10; photo. | |
6 | ISSO collecting winter clothing donations Northern Iowan 116:22, p.1 |
The International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) will hold a winter clothing drive to assist international students during the Midwestern winter. Isabela Varela, the director of the ISSO, talks about the financial burden of purchasing winter clothes, especially for exchange students who are only at UNI for a semester; photos. | |
7 | UNI receives Weather Resiliency Award Northern Iowan 115:45, p.5 |
Satire piece for April Fool's Day claiming UNI was awarded a Weather Resiliency award due to frigid winter temperatures and ongoing classes; photo. | |
8 | Policies should include compassion Northern Iowan 115:44, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, professors should have a clear and flexible class attendance policy in place that promotes attendance while maintaining accountability; photo. | |
9 | Winter weather survival: mental health Northern Iowan 115:37, p.1 |
Winter weather and lack of sunlight can lead to mental health issues such as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Students can increase exposure to natural light by visiting the Light Lounge in Sabin Hall; photos. | |
10 | Winter weather survival: vehicles Northern Iowan 115:36, p.1 |
Recommendations for winter weather driving include knowing and checking your vehicle, practicing winter driving, staying home during bad weather, and stocking blankets, food, and water in your car; photo. | |
11 | Winter weather survival: health Northern Iowan 115:35, p.1 |
Student Health Clinic resource nurse Salem Fauser discusses good health practices for winter; photo. | |
12 | LTE: Cancellation policy is classist Northern Iowan 115:32, p.3 |
In Gregor's opinion, the university's policy for delays and cancellations due to severe weather negatively impacts lower income students and those with disabilities; photo. | |
13 | Winter is coming, but will classes be canceled? Northern Iowan 115:30, p.1 |
UNI rarely cancels classes for winter weather conditions. Provost and vice president of student affairs Jim Wohlport explains policy and the decision-making process, which he implements in conjunction with Michael Hager, senior vice president for finance and operations; photo. | |
14 | Where campus residents can caucus Northern Iowan 112:32, p.2 |
The Iowa caucuses take place February 1. Students registered to vote who live on campus will caucus at either the West Gym or Maucker Union if they are Democrats, and Peet Jr. High or Holmes Jr. High if they are Republicans. Locations can also be found online; photos. | |
15 | First advanced storm spotter training to be held April 23 Public Relations News Release 2014:215, p.1 |
UNI Department of Earth Science will host an advanced storm spotter training course April 23, in Latham Hall, Room 125. This is the first year this training is being brought to northeast Iowa. All trainings are free and open to the public. | |
16 | Student Voices: What did you do with the nice weather this weekend? Northern Iowan 110:46, p.4 |
Students answered the question "What did you do with the nice weather this weekend?"; photo. | |
17 | Misconceptions rise as snow falls: The recent Arctic vortex does not disprove global warming Northern Iowan 110:31, p.4 |
The author points out that we are experiencing record breaking low temperatures, but this does not disprove global warming. Global warming refers to the overall temperature of the globe, so we cannot base our judgment on one specific area. | |
18 | Beat the heat and grab a glass Northern Iowan 110:4, p.3 |
The author stresses the importance of staying hydrated especially with the high temperatures. Drinking plenty of water is one of the easiest ways to beat the heat. | |
19 | The dog days of UNI: Record-high temperatures show need for air conditioning in residence halls Northern Iowan 110:3, p.3 |
In reaction to the recent heat, the author suggests that university should install air conditioning in the residence halls. He encourages the university to look at its policies and to keep in mind the health and comfort of the student population. | |
20 | Is UNI the 2nd-windiest campus in the country? Northern Iowan 109:49, p.1 |
Professor Alan Czarnetzki says UNI may or may not be the second windiest campus in the country, but this is hard to prove. However, there are benefits and disadvantages to having a really windy campus. | |
21 | Cold weather persists in Cedar Falls; Spring will bring warmer than average temperatures Northern Iowan 109:43, p.1 |
Professor Alan Czarnetzki predicts a cloudy first half of spring break, with a warm and wet spring season overall; photo. | |
22 | Snowstorm spurs debate Northern Iowan 109:32, p.1 |
Students and faculty question the actions of UNI officials when classes were held after heavy snowfall. University Relations, Michael Hager, and Provost Gloria Gibson would not comment; photo. | |
23 | UNI to offer global climate change workshop for teachers Public Relations News Release 2011:272, p.1 |
A workshop at UNI will focus on global climate change and the human and non human factors that are affecting it. | |
24 | Spring has sprung; shake off the dust Northern Iowan 108:49, p.6 |
Students reminded to enjoy the unusually warm weather by spending time at some of the many patios in Cedar Falls. The Cypress Patio, Los Cabos, Tony's, and Cup of Joe are just a few places to relax and enjoy the sunshine; photo. | |
25 | UNI professor offers expertise on weather Public Relations News Release 2011:250, p.1 |
Professor Alan Czarnetzki will discus the weather and talk about Severe Weather Awareness Week. | |
26 | Iowa experiencing unusually warm winter Northern Iowan 108:28, p.6 |
Students enjoying the warm winter. The winter of 2001-2002 saw similar temperatures in Iowa; photo. | |
27 | Local meteorologist offers advice on landing a job in TV Northern Iowan 107:50, p.5 |
Aaron Shaffer, a weekend meteorologist and storm chaser at KGAN, has written a book. He says to expect your first job in television not to pay well. Choose a good university, focus on internships, and formulate a resume tape. | |
28 | Japan needs aid, not prayer Northern Iowan 107:44, p.9 |
Following the destruction from the earthquake and following tsunami, Japan desperately needs the world to step up efforts to recover and stabilize the situation. Author states that bringing religion into the conversation is a shallow response. | |
29 | HSAB sponsors 'Tearing it UP: The Aftermath' Northern Iowan 107:41, p.3 |
A phone call from former students prompted Jay Lees, Julie Lowell, and Sarah Stubbe to travel to Parkersburg after the tornado. Over fifty hours of film were shot as the basis of a documentary; photo. | |
30 | UNI's cancellation process Northern Iowan 107:26, p.1 |
College campus closings are very rare, but due to extremely dangerous conditions, sometimes classes are cancelled. Students are notified via E-mail, television, and radio reports | |
31 | Green Iowa AmeriCorps to hold Weatherization Workshop in Hudson on June 12 Public Relations News Release 2009:474, p.1 |
Participants will learn energy-saving techniques for homes. Activities will include identifying areas of air infiltration, caulking and sealing windows and doors, applying weather strips, installing low-flow fixtures, and energy-efficient CFLs and more. | |
32 | Iowa Severe Weather Awareness Week April 5 - 9 Public Relations News Release 2009:376, p.1 |
Alan Czarnetzki, professor of meteorology, says it's important to know what to watch out for, and what to do when severe weather strikes. "The average number of tornadoes in Iowa each year is 48 and peak months for tornadoes are usually May and June. | |
33 | Green Iowa AmeriCorps to hold weatherization activities March 13 Public Relations News Release 2009:323, p.1 |
The workshop will begin at St. John's Lutheran Church. Participants will learn evergy-saving techniques. Activities will include identifying areas of air infiltration, caulking and sealing windows and doors, applying weather strips, and more. | |
34 | UNI services aid students with disabilities Northern Iowan 106:42, p.1 |
Ashley Lerch encourages students with disabilities to register with Student Disability Services. Many times accommodations can be made in regard to classroom attendance during inclement weather; photo. | |
35 | Citizen Science explains storms Northern Iowan 105:45, p.1 |
Jeff Kennedy and Alan Czarnetzki discussed how storms function and how to stay safe during storms; talked about 2008 F5 tornado in Parkersburg; photo. | |
36 | Winter safety Northern Iowan 105:29, p.5 |
Believes that cleaning sidewalks of snow and ice by the University needs to improve. Merely spreading sand and salt is not enough. Safety for those using walkers, canes, crutches, and wheel chairs is imperative. | |
37 | UNI Commencement update -- severe-weather plan Public Relations News Release 2008:279, p.1 |
Commencement ceremonies will be held on Saturday, Dec. 20 in the Dome. Given the potentially hazardous weather conditions, students and guests are strongly advised to monitor weather and road conditions, and make travel plans accordingly. | |
38 | The upside of graduation Northern Iowan 105:22, p.3 |
The wind, tests and quizzes, the library, construction, and overpriced food are a few of the things that will not be missed upon graduation. | |
39 | Floodwaters and fast pitches prove to be too much for the Panthers Northern Iowan 104:53, p.13 |
Baseball team loses three game series to Southern Illinois, two games to one; photo. | |
40 | Damaged roads are damaging area vehicles Northern Iowan 104:42, p.1 |
Severe winter weather has caused area streets to be full of potholes; photo. | |
41 | Breathe--just breathe Northern Iowan 104:41, p.5 |
Students and the public urged to use restraint in dealing with the weather and road conditions. | |
42 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:40, p.9 |
Scenes around campus and the Cedar Falls area; photo. | |
43 | Caution--rough roads ahead Northern Iowan 104:39, p.5 |
Winter weather conditions have caused area roads and streets to be full of potholes; photo. | |
44 | And now for something completely different Northern Iowan 104:38, p.15 |
Fictional story involving a grisly snowman murder; photo. | |
45 | Test stress Northern Iowan 104:38, p.11 |
Weather conditions this winter have added to the normal stress of the testing process. | |
46 | The decision to cancel classes Northern Iowan 104:38, p.2 |
Procedures in place for determining when to cancel or delay classes at the University of Northern Iowa; photo. | |
47 | To cancel school or not to cancel school: a superintendent's dilemma Public Relations News Release 2007:440, p.1 |
School administrators face challenges when deciding whether or not to cancel school due to weather. | |
48 | UNI classes canceled for Monday, February 18, beginning at 4 p.m. Public Relations News Release 2007:433, p.1 |
Due to the weather, all classes after 4 p.m. are canceled as well as KUNI's "Live from Studio One." | |
49 | The dangers of going to class Northern Iowan 104:33, p.5 |
Policy for closing the University questioned; suggests that students should not be punished if they have valid excuse for missing class. | |
50 | C-SPAN's Campaign 2008 Bus stop at UNI cancelled Public Relations News Release 2007:341, p.1 |
Due to the weather, the C-SPAN Campaign 2008 Bus will not be coming to campus. | |
51 | On the bright side Northern Iowan 104:26, p.15 |
Memories of the playoff game with Delaware and the weather conditions that day. | |
52 | Winter blues Northern Iowan 104:25, p.7 |
Readers warned of the onset of winter depression. | |
53 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 104:21, p.20 |
Faculty art exhibit, women's basketball, and sunset; photo. | |
54 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 104:16, p.17 |
The question of the day is: "What is your favorite thing to do on a rainy day?" | |
55 | Zero absence policy makes zero sense Northern Iowan 103:51, p.6 |
Writer urges common sense for attendance policy during bad weather events. | |
56 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:49, p.9 |
Students respond to the question; "Wht do you blame the change in weather on"? | |
57 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:47, p.9 |
Students respond to the question, "Do you believe TV meteorologists"? | |
58 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:46, p.9 |
Students respond to the question; "How do you deal with cabin fever"? | |
59 | From the bleachers Northern Iowan 103:43, p.13 |
Weather does not stop Panther fans from attending the Missouri Valley Conference tournament. | |
60 | Iowa declared disaster area by Governor Northern Iowan 103:43, p.1 |
Following last week's snow storm in western Iowa and the previous ice storm in eastern Iowa, Governor Culver has declared the entire state a disaster area; photo. | |
61 | Cedar Falls in winter = some kind of wonderland Northern Iowan 103:42, p.8 |
Iowa's weather is topic of discussion, but can also be a thing of beauty; photo. | |
62 | Do universities ever cancel classes? Northern Iowan 103:42, p.1 |
If crews can get the streets, sidewalks and entries reasonably clear, UNI will have classes. The Provost, VP of Administration, and Director of Public Safety make the final decision; photo. | |
63 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:41, p.9 |
Students respond to the question; "How did you deal with the bad weather this weekend?" | |
64 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:38, p.9 |
Students respond to the question; "What gets you the most excited about warmer weather"? | |
65 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:30, p.7 |
Students respond to the question; "What is your best bad-weather story"? | |
66 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 103:23, p.9 |
Students respond to the question; "How are you staying warm now that cold weather has arrived"? | |
67 | Warm dreams deferred Northern Iowan 103:5, p.9 |
Editorial staff suggests ways to adjust to Iowa's changing seasons including; wearing hats, two pairs of socks, and walking faster. | |
68 | Iowa Severe Weather Awareness Week -- April 3-7 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1 |
Severe Weather Awareness Week will deal with severe-weather safety rules. | |
69 | Bad weather severely affects commuters Northern Iowan 102:39, p.8 |
Mike Hannaman thinks UNI should close during bad weather, especially for the sake of commuters. | |
70 | Student Voices Northern Iowan 102:24, p.9 |
Students respond to the question, "How has the cold weather changed your week?" | |
71 | We urge you to live Northern Iowan 102:22, p.5 |
Hope students don't overload during the end of the semester. | |
72 | Cold weather, short days approaching Northern Iowan 102:20, p.5 |
Touches on topics such as Daylight Saving Time, Halloween, and the UNI Greenhouse. | |
73 | Kate's winter weather warnings Northern Iowan 102:16, p.5 |
Informs students, especially freshmen, on how to prepare for the approaching winter weather. | |
74 | While some point out errors, others point fingers Northern Iowan 102:7, p.1 |
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, people place blame on government officials on all levels; photo. | |
75 | Better late than never doesn't cut it Northern Iowan 102:5, p.7 |
Writer believes that the slow reaction time after Hurricane Katrina is mainly the fault of the government, not the people living in the destruction zone. | |
76 | Have we learned nothing? Northern Iowan 102:5, p.7 |
Believes that after the events of September 11 four years ago, America would be able to organize and do a better job of handling the crippling effects of Hurricane Katrina. | |
77 | Students want to help victims of Katrina Northern Iowan 102:4, p.1 |
Students and legislators are both working to help victims of the recent hurricane disaster; photo. | |
78 | Hurricane damages lives too Northern Iowan 102:3, p.7 |
Hurricane Katrina affects UNI students native to New Orleans. Writers encourage everyone to help as much as they can. | |
79 | New Orleans natives try to focus on school, but worry about family back home Northern Iowan 102:3, p.5 |
Students from New Orleans talk about how Hurricane Katrina has affected them. A plan has been introduced to help raise money to send these students to see their families. | |
80 | UNI students feel effects of hurricane as gas prices rise Northern Iowan 102:3, p.1 |
Effects of hurricane Katrina have caused half of the oil facilities in the Gulf of Mexico to close; photo. | |
81 | Weather forecasting open to interpretation Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1 |
Weather forecasts vary widely. | |
82 | Winter wonderland? Northern Iowan 101:29, p.5 |
Gives ways to endure the ever-changing Iowa winters. | |
83 | Tsunamis happen more often than realized Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1 |
James Walters says tsunamis occur five to six times a year. | |
84 | Keep your chin up with times ahead Northern Iowan 101:22, p.5 |
Tries to help students beat the winter blues. | |
85 | Attack of the bugging beetles Northern Iowan 101:13, p.7 |
Expresses frustration at the problem of Asian beetle swarms. | |
86 | Student voices Northern Iowan 101:13, p.11 |
Students respond to the question, "How do you get rid of the Asian lady beetles?"; photo. | |
87 | Shantytown cancelled due to freezing temps Northern Iowan 101:11, p.5 |
Inclement weather forces postponement of the event. | |
88 | UNI professor says events in 'The Day After Tomorrow' are a possibility Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1 |
Global warming is warned to have globally catastrophic significance, resulting in climate shifts and natural disasters. | |
89 | Seniors in UNI's Department of Industrial Technology complete design projects Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1 |
Descriptions of projects and teams completing them. | |
90 | Student voices Northern Iowan 100:41, p.9 |
Students respond to the question "How soon before students will be running around in shorts and t-shirts?"; photo. | |
91 | Will this winter be warm, cold, wet, dry? Even the computer isn't sure Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1 |
Meteorologists lack definitive data on probable weather conditions this winter. | |
92 | Making sense out of weather forecasts Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1 |
Explanation of weather forecasting terms to be given. | |
93 | Student voices Northern Iowan 99:48, p.13 |
Students respond to the question: What were your thoughts when you woke up to snow after temps had hit over 80 last week?; photo. | |
94 | Tornado season is coming! Public Relations News Release 2002:397, p.1 |
Dangers of tornadoes and the importance of Tornado Awareness Week will be discussed. | |
95 | 'El Nino' to be topic of professor's talk at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2002:372, p.1 |
Paul Loubere will talk about "El Nino in a Changing Global Climate." | |
96 | Theatre group travels to UNI to discuss climate change Public Relations News Release 2002:338, p.1 |
Members of 'Human Nature' will speak on campus about "What's Funny About Climate Change?" | |
97 | Reader upset with cold-hearted profs Northern Iowan 99:32, p.6 |
Relates anecdote about walking to class in the cold and discovering a cancelled class. | |
98 | Weather and communities Public Relations News Release 2002:266, p.1 |
Role of weather in shaping a community will be explored. | |
99 | Where have all the snowflakes gone? Public Relations News Release 2002:256, p.1 |
Changing weather patterns in connection with recent mild winters will be presented. | |
100 | The raging seas Public Relations News Release 2002:76, p.1 |
Alan Czarnetski will talk about hurricanes and their differences from tornadoes. |