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101 Donations from UNI's program "Power of the Purse" help female students dress for interviewing success
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.4
Three women students in financial need received $250 for interviewing attire. The money was donated by those attending "The Power of the Purse" presentation; photo.
102 What's the worst that could happen?
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.7
Believes students need to take advantage of opportunities during their college days. Summon your courage and do whatever you have been wanting to try. At least you will have tried.
103 He said, she said: relationship advice
Northern Iowan 106:12, p.8
Eye contact with the opposite sex can be a tricky situation; perspectives from men's amd women's poins of view.
104 UNI's 'Power of the Purse III: every penny counts' raises money for three UNI female students to purchase new interview outfits
Public Relations News Release 2009:108, p.1
For the first time, Power of the Purse attendees engaged in a philanthropic project aimed toward students. Participants could contribute their loose change to piggy banks on each table. The contributions will be given to deserving women students.
105 New courses offered for Liberal Arts Core
Northern Iowan 106:1, p.19
"Wind Energy Applications in Iowa" and "Women and Gender Studies: Introduction" have been added to the social science category. Iowa has become a major player in harnessing the wind for energy; photo.
106 Gamer girls in hiding
Northern Iowan 105:55, p.2
Recent survey notes that women outnumber men in the 25-34 year age group of those who play video games. Women seem not to share with others their love of playing video games.
107 UNI events this week
Northern Iowan 105:51, p.3
Dates, times, and places for events on or near campus for the coming week.
108 Iowa continues to be progressive
Northern Iowan 105:48, p.5
Admitting women on an equal basis to college, first female school district superintendent, allowing women to vote on bond issues forty years prior to the 19th amendment, Tinker vs. Des Moines, and allowing gay marriage are examples of progressive Iowa.
109 The plight of the girl child
Northern Iowan 105:38, p.7
Girls born in many areas of the world are subjected to the worst form of gender discrimination. The UN has launched a campaign to aid the "girl child".
110 New site offers forum, advice
Northern Iowan 105:35, p.7
Web site devoted to social networking dealing with the good, bad, and ugly of love lives.
111 Just not that into waiting for a guy to call
Northern Iowan 105:34, p.8
Has problems with many romantic comedies, but believes that they may have some truth to them.
112 Iowa Mathematics & Science Education Partnership directs study on women and minorities in science, technology, engineering and math fields for Regent
Public Relations News Release 2008:273, p.1
The report states that currently, women and some U. S. minorities are under-represented in some STEM majors, reflective of a national challenge of under-representation in these fields of study. Iowa's Regent universities have seen steady improvement.
113 History of famous Iowan
Northern Iowan 105:23, p.3
Cheryl Mullenbach presents lecture on Julia Addington; photo.
114 Women's roles portrayed in romance comics
Northern Iowan 105:20, p.1
Paul Siddens spoke at the CROW Forum. His presentation was entitled, "Domestic Containment: Women and Romance Comics of the '50s and '60s"; photo.
115 Go Red for Women goes to Coldstone
Northern Iowan 105:18, p.10
Public relations class created a program with Coldstone to raise money and awareness for the American Heart Association. The Other Place on College Hill will host the next event November 12; photo.
116 Taking the "disorder" out of anorexia
Northern Iowan 105:15, p.9
Eating disorders, in the writer's view, can be overcome by will power and dedication. Society may be to blame due to its desire to have women look a certain way.
117 Old people are not just old
Northern Iowan 105:13, p.8
Old people are awesome. They can be great comedians. They know more and have experienced more that the younger generation. Historical experiences are a valuable asset.
118 UNI holds lecture in honor of Women's History Month
Public Relations News Release 2007:500, p.1
AnaLouise Keating will present "Gloria Anzaldua's Legacy of Spiritualism and Activism" March 27; brief biographical profile of Lynn Cutler.
119 Taking care of each other
Northern Iowan 104:42, p.7
The death of a Loras College student brings home the need to look out for neighbors, friends, roommates, or classmates. Don't be afraid to intervene if necessary.
120 We're all connected in some small way
Northern Iowan 104:42, p.7
Believes that by sharing experiences with people different from ourselves, people soon discover similarities.
121 Restore my faith in humanity please
Northern Iowan 104:41, p.5
Notes lack of smiles, rudeness, and failing to be courteous; urges students to do one nice thing a day for a stranger.
122 Lindsey Lohan has made my day
Northern Iowan 104:38, p.12
Thoughts on Lindsey Lohan's recreation of the Marilyn Monroe photos; photo.
123 Your Health and Sexuality questions answered
Northern Iowan 104:37, p.9
Weekly question addressed.
124 Restroom etiquette
Northern Iowan 104:36, p.7
Personal hygiene suggestions.
125 African women victims of abuse
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.1
Natasha Johnson-Lashley spoke on the complications that face African immigrant women in receiving legal assistance against abusive husbands; photo.
126 Alpha Phi gets pumped for cardiac care
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.1
Alpha Phi sponsors Cardiac Care Month each year. Their goal is to raise awareness that cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women.
127 UNI V-Day sponsors activities
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.4
V-Month includes a self defense seminar, poetry slam, music night, film night, and two performances of the "Vagina Monologues".
128 UNI V-Day sponsors V-Month activities throughout February
Public Relations News Release 2007:424, p.1
The V-Day program will be sponsoring several V-Month activities.
129 V-Day committee seeking artwork
Public Relations News Release 2007:404, p.1
The V-Day committee is seeking pieces of artwork relating to women's empowerment, gender equality and prevention of violence against women to be auctioned off.
130 Birth control prices increase
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.1
The Deficit Rejection Act, signed by President Bush in February 2006, will result in a $99 billion dollar reduction in federal entitlement monies. This reduction will result in an increased cost of birth control pills; photo.
131 UNI receives grant for violent crime prevention
Northern Iowan 104:9, p.1
Department of Justice awards $1 million grant to create a task force to prevent violent crimes against women.
132 A toast to the moments that matter
Northern Iowan 104:8, p.7
There are good things to remember and consider when going through life; photo.
133 The higher you are, the farther you fall
Northern Iowan 104:6, p.5
Public perception of stars and idols. Brittany Spears' recent problems are used as examples.
134 UNI hosts Power of the Purse: A Financial Seminar for Women
Public Relations News Release 2007:102, p.1
"The Power of the Purse: a Financial Seminar for Women" will be held September 11.
135 A fond farewell to a half-decade of readership
Northern Iowan 103:55, p.8
Thoughts of Tim McCue as he prepares to graduate and writes his final column for the NI.
136 National Women's Nutrition Week draws attention to female-specific dietary needs
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
National Women's Nutrition Week takes place April 9-15.
137 A woman's passion in personal politics
Northern Iowan 103:47, p.10
Lynn Cutler recalls experiences from the Black Hawk County Supervisors, the Women's Movement, and the National Democratic Committee; photo.
138 "The Vagina Monologues" and V-Day events at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
The V-Day events will be taking place February 5-10.
139 Dignitary in town
Northern Iowan 103:27, p.5
Prince Turki Al-Faisal, Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the United States, spoke on campus.
140 Student Voices
Northern Iowan 103:26, p.9
Students respond to the question; "What's the worst pick up line you've ever heard"?
141 Wasting an opportunity
Northern Iowan 103:26, p.8
Further commentary on Jeff Van Gelder's article entitled; "Sports; Girls just don't understand".
142 We laugh because we care
Northern Iowan 103:26, p.7
Laughter helps humans deal with difficult situations.
143 Happy periods courtesy of Always
Northern Iowan 103:25, p.7
Marketing plan for a women's hygiene product examined.
144 Nicknaming fun not for everyone
Northern Iowan 103:24, p.5
Appreciates original nicknames, but not all women like being called sweetheart.
145 An apology in line
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.9
Writer requests an apology from Jeff Van Gelder for his November 3 article in the NI.
146 Anger management issues
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.8
Reaction to Jeff Van Gelder's column in the November 3 issue of the NI.
147 Appalling opinion
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.9
Disgusted with Jeff Van Gelder's article and the NI for printing the article.
148 Columnist can't understand
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.9
Women student athletes respond to Jeff Van Gelder's column.
149 Sports are for both sexes
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.9
Women and men can and do enjoy watching and participating in sports.
150 Sports: girls just don't understand
Northern Iowan 103:20, p.19
Offers guidelines for women to discuss sports.
151 Dressing like a trick is no treat
Northern Iowan 103:19, p.7
Examines differences between men and women in Halloween costumes.
152 UNI researchers argue for gender-specific treatment of female prisoners
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
Katherine van Wormer and Laura Kaplan recently published "Results of a National Survey of Wardens in Women's prisons: The Case for Gender Specific Treatment."
153 Hunting season
Northern Iowan 103:10, p.6
Women challenged to seek an education, rather than a husband.
154 Curing cancer requires cure for culture?
Northern Iowan 103:7, p.5
Science has discovered a vaccine for HPV, a virus that has the capability to become cancer in women. The drug must be given prior to a woman's becoming sexually active.
155 Cosmo culture creates a synthetic reality
Northern Iowan 103:5, p.9
Body image for women, as seen in magazines and the movies, does not relate to the average woman.
156 Pink and blue finds its way to UNI fitness
Northern Iowan 102:50, p.11
Gender stereotypes can be found in fitness programs.
157 Student voices
Northern Iowan 102:42, p.9
Students respond to the question: "Who is the most influential woman in history, why?"
158 Get the facts before brushing off V-Day
Northern Iowan 102:39, p.8
Tara Bolson talks about the meaning of V-Day and hopes people will take it seriously.
159 UNI to host White Ribbon lecture against violence against women
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
"Beyond 'But We Were Both Drinking!': The Ethics of Sexual Consent" will be the title of a lecture about sex and justice as a part of the White Ribbon Campaign to end violence against women.
160 V-Day a worthy cause
Northern Iowan 102:38, p.8
Brandi Kraft defends V-Day and explains positive attributes.
161 Reclaim you body with words
Northern Iowan 102:37, p.7
Believes V-Week is misunderstood and hopes people will take time to really understand its true meaning.
162 Sensationalism of V-Week to draw attention
Northern Iowan 102:37, p.7
Racy comments promoting V-Week caused commotion. This distracted from intention to stop violence against women.
163 Cheers to Dove commercial
Northern Iowan 102:36, p.7
Praises new advertising that features women of different sizes.
164 No support on campus for V-Week
Northern Iowan 102:36, p.8
Stacy Wilson believes there should be more support for on-campus events like V-Week.
165 Pencil equality into your schedule
Northern Iowan 102:36, p.7
Believes African-American history and women's rights should be observed and remembered all year long.
166 Too much attention paid to women's bodies
Northern Iowan 102:36, p.8
Deirdre Connell believes there are better ways to raise awareness about women's issues.
167 V-Day still sounds sexist
Northern Iowan 102:34, p.6
Tara Bolson believes there is a better way to raise awareness about violence against women.
168 V-Day events to take place at UNI Feb. 6-11
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
V-Day events will take place on campus culminating with performances of "The Vagina Monologues."
169 U. S. abortion policy violates men's rights
Northern Iowan 102:33, p.5
Wonders why abortion laws only pertain to the choices of women.
170 Monday, Feb. 6
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.2
CROW Forum lecture will be held; Wilson Series on Business Ethics will focus on "Whistle-Blowing"; new exhibit opens at the University Museum; V-Day Week begins.
171 V-Day activities create awareness of women's issues
Northern Iowan 102:32, p.9
February 6-11 is designated as V-Day Week; photo.
172 Should women allow chivalry to die?
Northern Iowan 102:31, p.7
Wishes women would accept help when needed, yet not act as if they are helpless.
173 Term should be used to describe no woman
Northern Iowan 102:15, p.7
Believes that harsh words should not be used in judgment of women.
174 Islamic girls denied freedom, says speaker
Northern Iowan 102:9, p.1
Joan Wallach Scott, a faculty member at the Institute for Advanced Study, spoke at UNI last week about the banning of head scarves in schools in France; photo.
175 Loving the skin you're in
Northern Iowan 102:5, p.7
Writer hopes that people, especially women, can learn to feel better about their bodies, no matter what their size.
176 Run Like a Mother this Saturday
Northern Iowan 101:54, p.3
The second annual Run Like a Mother Run/Walk will occur April 30th. This event is sponsored by the Cedar Valley advisory group Chicks 4 Changes and will raise money for the Iowa Women's Foundation.
177 'White Ribbon' speaker addresses masculinity in America
Northern Iowan 101:52, p.4
Alan Berkowitz spoke on preventing sexual abuse.
178 'Financial Leadership' final topic series
Northern Iowan 101:50, p.2
Jean Trainor of John Deere Community Credit Union will discuss issues facing women in financial leadership positions.
179 Friday, April 15
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
The 37th Annual Beginning Reading Conference will be held; Jean Trainor will speak on financial leadership; Honors Research Conference begins.
180 Monday, April 11
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
White Ribbon Week begins; The Old Scratch Revival Singers will perform on KUNI; Dr. Christopher Brochu will present lectures on paleontology; Senior Celebration will take place throughout the week.
181 Thursday, April 14
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Plant sale at the Greenhouse; pizza for seniors; Alan Berkowitz will speak about ending violence against women.
182 Tuesday, April 12
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Breakfast for seniors; "Color Me Dark" will be performed at GBPAC for local children; Take Back the Night will be held; Senior Seminar on "Life in the Actual Real World" will be held.
183 'Women on Fridays' concludes with 'Financial Leadership' lecture
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
The final 'Women on Fridays' event of the school year will take place April 15.
184 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.
185 Stand up against violence toward women
Northern Iowa Today 101:49, p.5
Discusses the events of the upcoming White Ribbon Campaign.
186 UNI to hold 'Take Back the Night'
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
"Take Back the Night" is an annual event to protest violence against women.
187 Wednesday, March 23
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
"Still Killing Us Softly" will be shown; David Buch will deliver a lecture; Sue Niederer will speak.
188 Reel to Reel film series to present 'Still Killing Us Softly'
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
'Still Killing Us Softly' illustrates the image of women in advertising.
189 Student Voices
Northern Iowan 101:43, p.7
Students respond to the question, "Who do you think is the most powerful woman in the United States?"; photo.
190 More than 800 million Barbies sold as popular doll marks another anniversary
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Barbie debuted March 9, 1959.
191 Tuesday, March 8 and Wednesday, March 9
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
"Seneca Reflections, 150 Years of Women's Rights" will be shown in conjunction with Women's History Month.
192 Women take charge; defense class promotes protection and self-reliance
Northern Iowan 101:41, p.1
The Department of Public Safety is offering the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) program to women on campus; photo.
193 Friday, March 4
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Judith Benson will speak; Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi will hold talk.
194 Congratulations! It's a . . .
Northern Iowan 101:40, p.5
Editorial board discusses the issue of "intersex" individuals.
195 V-Day message: dudes, be nicer to the ladies
Northern Iowan 101:36, p.5
Describes differences between men and women.
196 Monday, Feb. 7
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
CROW Forum will present speaker Julia Trahan; 'Eyes on the Prize' will be shown; Philip Suckling will present seminar; self-defense seminar to take place.
197 Vday: ending violence, celebrating the vagina
Northern Iowan 101:34, p.9
The Vday Campaign will have activities occurring from February 7-12; photo.
198 UNI's V-Day committee plans week-long activities
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Activities include self-defense seminar, benefit concert, and 'The Vagina Monologues' performance.
199 Financial success: what you should know
Northern Iowan 101:32, p.2
A seminar entitled: "Smart Women Finish Rich" will be conducted by Cindy Gleason on February 8, 15, and 22, 2005.
200 Women at play
Northern Iowan 101:31, p.12
"Women at Play", the first UNI fundraising event for women's athletics, will occur on February 8, 2005.