Anderson win keys Panthers to 28-15 dual victory Dec 22, 2008
--- Senior Andrew Anderson led the University of Northern Iowa wrestling team to a 28-15 victory at George Mason on Sunday. Anderson knocked off previously undefeated and No. 6-ranked Cayle Byers at 197 pounds, 3-2. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Dr. Roy J. Timmons Ph.D. (1929-2008) (10) Dec 22, 2008
Mr. Timmons graduated from Oneida High School, Oneida; attended Gates Business College, Waterloo, and graduated from the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls. He later earned his master s degree and Ph. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
We've made progress, but there's more to be done Dec 22, 2008
conservativeUS wrote on Dec 21, 2008 7:28 PM:" I find it disgusting and insulting that this woman calls the President Elect 'Barack.' Does she have a personal realtionship with him or does she just like acting condenscending?While reading these boards for some time, it is hypocritical of her to say only those on the right blog and flame. This is not so.I also think this writer is a disgrace to the University of Northern Iowa, not because she spews liberal non-sense, but because she hates those... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UNI men breeze past South Dakota State Dec 22, 2008
CEDAR FALLS The University of Northern Iowa basketball team aced its final exam Sunday. In their last tuneup before the rugged, 18-game Missouri Valley Conference slate begins next week, the Panthers pieced together a 72-55 rout over South Dakota State before a paid crowd of 2,359 at the McLeod Center. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Iowa State University graduates 1,200 Dec 21, 2008
" Newly married, with a job lined up at Sogeti, an information technology firm with offices in Des Moines, Mason said he's ready to face the post-college world. Elizabeth Sorensen, who graduated with a degree in civil engineering, earned her second degree after attaining a bachelor's degree in biology from University of Northern Iowa "several years ago. " This time around, she said ISU helped her find the right fit in terms of education and skills. Although "it was hard to find a job in the... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
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CEDAR FALLS Donagene L. Lattin, 83, of Windcove Retirement Community, died Thursday, Dec. 18, at Sartori Memorial Hospital; services 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with burial in Greenwood Cemetery; visitation 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Richardson Funeral Home, 266-3525, where there will be a 4 p.m. vigil service; visitation also for an hour before services Monday at the church; memorials to the University of Northern Iowa Foundation, St. Patrick s Catholic Church or a charity of... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Iowa soldiers say thanks writeLink("vid_id=1327&file=ehlersbravest.flv"); Dec 20, 2008
It was one of five boxes from home, including another that contained a University of Northern Iowa banner, which now hangs in the mess hall. Behn said a small crowd gathered around her for an impromptu box-opening ceremony. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Culver orders across-the-board cuts Dec 19, 2008
4 million: University of Northern Iowa 2. 7 million: Community colleges 2. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
In the spotlight: Lampost Theatre owners celebrate five years in Cedar Falls Dec 19, 2008
The University of Northern Iowa finance professor had just returned from teaching in Hong Kong and was trying to replicate the strong brew served there. The coffee shop staff experimented for a month before producing "Cox Coffee," a near-replica of the Hong Kong beverage. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Christensen Picks D-Line Coach Dec 18, 2008
Montgomery comes to Wyoming from the University of Northern Iowa where he helped guide the Panthers to the semifinals of this year's NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs. He coached the UNI defensive line the past three seasons. (Wyoming Sports -- Rivals.com)
Coming home for God Dec 18, 2008
That thought led Eric and Katie, who married in 1997, to the University of Northern Iowa in Katie's hometown of Cedar Falls, where they both obtained degrees in elementary education. I love being with people, I love families, I love youth, Weaver said. (Forest City Summit, IO)
No hiring freeze seen at UI - yet Dec 18, 2008
At Iowa State University and the University of Northern Iowa, the issue hasn't been brought up at an administrative level, said officials at both universities. "It's always a question but it hasn't been actively considered," said James O'Connor, the assistant vice president for Marketing and Public Relations at UNI.. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Mason's cabinet grows Dec 18, 2008
University of Northern Iowa presidential cabinet consists of six vice presidents. "This is the way the cabinet has been for a long time, and I haven't heard of any additions," said James O'Connor, the UNI assistant vice president for Marketing. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Executive Director Bremer-Miller feels lucky to live in Cedar Valley Dec 18, 2008
Mentor: Diane Curtis of the University of Northern Iowa Foundation, who taught me the key to fundraising and life is being genuine ... She started down that road 11 years ago with the American Cancer Society and continued working in fundraising through Hawkeye Community College and the University of Northern Iowa before landing the job at Wheaton Franciscan in 2006. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
More snow takes aim at NE Iowa Dec 17, 2008
With wind chills below zero most people walkiing around the University of Northern Iowa campus in Cedar Falls were well bundled up as in this scene at West 23rd and Campus Streets Monday afternoon December 15, 2008. (RICK CHASE/ WATERLOO COURIER STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER) ~ADVERTISING~ | | | | | Tuesday, December 16, 2008 12:02 PM CST More snow takes aim at NE Iowa By TINA HINZ, Courier Staff Writer WATERLOO A snowstorm was expected to drop 3 to 5 inches on the area today, National Weather Service... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Officials happy with new sex assault policies Dec 16, 2008
The UI, Iowa State University, and the University of Northern Iowa altered their sexual-misconduct policies, making the procedures specific and centered on victims' needs. The revisions began in September, after the St. Louis-based Stolar Partnership law firm investigated and reported on the UI's response to an alleged attack in a UI residence hall in October 2007. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Chalking may make comeback at UI Dec 16, 2008
Both Iowa State University and the University of Northern Iowa allow chalking on their campuses, he said. UNI even encourages it because school officials see it as freedom of expression. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Candy blossoms Dec 16, 2008
Just after Schlotman's second child was born, the University of Northern Iowa interior design graduate put her career on hold to be a stay-at-home mom. Her friends began asking what she was going to do once her children started school. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
BankIowa expanding Cedar Falls branch Dec 16, 2008
The Cedar Falls BankIowa office is on University Avenue, between the University of Northern Iowa campus and College Square mall. "Based on the volume of customers that visit our Cedar Falls office, it only made sense to make the investment to accommodate the traffic flow in that location," BankIowa, Black Hawk Market President Wade Itzen said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Clayson's Gang of Four Dec 16, 2008
mayo wrote on Dec 15, 2008 8:38 AM:" "Editors note: The following column was written by Dennis Clayson, who is a professor at the University of Northern Iowa. We have decided that it is time to come clean. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
First fledgling business leaves the nest at UNI incubator Dec 14, 2008
The University of Northern Iowa Innovation Incubator gave the fledgling business legal and accounting help, along with an address, utilities and office equipment to get started. "That took away some of the stress of starting up," Nissen said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
"Brown eyes/Blue eyes" exercise still has place in the classroom 40 years later Dec 14, 2008
Michael Blackwell, director for multicultural education at the University of Northern Iowa, said just watching films of Elliott's exercise teaches people how easily prejudice can thrive in the right environment. "It's a little frightening, actually, because you see the people who are told they are better just internalizing that feeling," said Blackwell. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Flood damage brings Puccini, Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre to GPBAC stage Dec 14, 2008
Where: Great Hall, Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, University of Northern Iowa campus, Cedar Falls ... John Hines, voice faculty member at the University of Northern Iowa School of Music, will sing the Bonze role, and soprano Indira Mahajan is cast as Cio Cio San (Madama Butterfly). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Harkin's wife in plane that slid off runway Dec 13, 2008
Harkin is a member of the Iowa Board of Regents and was in Iowa for a meeting at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. The plane is owned by Houston-based ConocoPhillips. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Today in the Cedar Valley Dec 13, 2008
Featured wil be vocalist Daniel Veenstra, a 17-year-old Cedar Falls High School student; violinist Heidi Klett, 17, of Wadena; the University of Northern Iowa Children s Choir, children is grades 3 though 8; and the Lis March Vocal Academy s VOICES Choir, who range in age from 9 to 17. Mrs. Claus will read stories to the children before the 2 p.m. show. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UPDATE: Plane that skidded off runway contained Ruth Harkin Dec 13, 2008
Harkin was in town to attend the Iowa Board of Regents meeting at the University of Northern Iowa. No one was injured. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Regents pass tuition hike Dec 12, 2008
6 percent increase, while the University of Northern Iowa will face about a 4. 1 percent increase. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Regents OK sexual-misconduct policies Dec 12, 2008
Iowa State, the University of Northern Iowa, and the UI spent the past three months revising their policies to make them specific and centered on victims' needs. "It's very important that we now have a formal process," Regent President David Miles said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Column: A holiday dinner with Iowa schools Dec 12, 2008
Meanwhile, University of Iowa and University of Northern Iowa have already picked out careers and are among the top in their field. And while Iowa is off playing a bowl game and while UNI will likely be celebrating a championship after Christmas, we Cyclones will be sitting at home, looking at next season. (Dallas County News, IA)
Merchants, students welcome College Street reopening Dec 12, 2008
College Street is open at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa Monday, Dec. 9, 2008 ... And that's what merchants should expect, according to Sawyer Schulz of St. Ansgar, a junior at the University of Northern Iowa. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UNI and Kirkwood Community College announce Admissions Partnership Program Dec 12, 2008
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa] -- Students admitted to Kirkwood Community College who plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at the University of Northern Iowa can now sign up for the Admissions Partnership Program to streamline the transfer process. UNI President Ben Allen and Kirkwood Community College President Mick Starcevich signed the Admissions Partnership Program agreement Monday, Nov. 17 in a ceremony at Kirkwood. (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
Hawkeyes lock down Panthers in second half Dec 11, 2008
After University of Northern Iowa center Jordan Eglseder worked free for several easy buckets in the first half Tuesday, the Iowa basketball coach approached Tate at halftime about his defense on Eglseder. "I realized after the first half, we've got to get Jordan stopped," Tate said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Regents pass tuition increase 6-2 Dec 11, 2008
1 percent overall at the University of Northern Iowa and increases to 4. 6 percent at the University of Iowa and Iowa State University. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
MCHS bands to present Winter Concert Dec 11, 2008
Future plans are to attend the University of Northern Iowa and pursue a degree in music education. His parents are Melinda and Brad Johnson, Mason City, and Richard and Roxanne Shook, Rockford. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Tight state budget may affect education funds Dec 10, 2008
Though there were no promises made, Danielson said he would like to see Cedar Valley educators, including Waterloo, Cedar Falls and the University of Northern Iowa, continue to be the topic of discussions at the Statehouse. He believes that already is happening thanks in part to the work being done at UNI in math and science and the partnerships among the school districts and university. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UNI falls badly to Iowa, 65-46 Dec 10, 2008
After University of Northern Iowa center Jordan Eglseder worked free for several easy buckets in the first half Tuesday, the Iowa basketball coach approached Tate at halftime about his defense on Eglseder. I realized after the first half, we ve got to get Jordan stopped, Tate said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Students work hard to find jobs in uncertain economy Dec 9, 2008
In a faltering economy, job searches last longer and fewer job offers are out there for graduating students, said school officials at Hawkeye and the University of Northern Iowa. The good news: Most still find employment. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UNI provides a major challenge for the Hawkeyes Dec 9, 2008
IOWA CITY, Iowa -- The University of Northern Iowa, a basketball program University of Iowa head coach once used for a video teaching tool, will visit Carver-Hawkeye Arena tomorrow with a 6 p.m. tip. When Lickliter was coaching at Butler, he respected the Northern Iowa program so much that he used the Panthers as a training example for his Butler charges. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Human rights topic of community forum Dec 7, 2008
Because the declaration is not binding, however, the United States --- and all other countries --- have been "reluctant to live up to the spirit" of the issues presented in the proclamation, said Donna Maier, a University of Northern Iowa history professor who worked for six years as a researcher at the United Nations criminal tribunal in Rwanda. The declaration, in short, serves as a "common standard of achievement" for all people to teach and promote respect for the rights and freedoms laid... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo firm helps Army, Navy put men in (football) uniform Dec 7, 2008
Powers Manufacturing outfits a long roster of high school and college teams, including the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University and the University of Iowa. The company, which uses its own and the Nike brand, is situated on Waterloo's east side and employs 180 people. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
The art of the deal Dec 7, 2008
One such piece is a Moss rendering of the University of Northern Iowa campanile, available for 7,000, Greg Angove said. The current travails of the national economy have presented new challenges, but the Angoves voice confidence that their business can withstand it. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Regents to hear ideas for lowering student debt Dec 7, 2008
2007 students who graduated with debt took with them, on average, 22,541 at the University of Northern Iowa, 31,501 at Iowa State University and 22,181 at the University of Iowa. The information is part of the Board of Regents Access and Affordability report, which will be discussed when the group meets Thursday in Cedar Falls. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
WCFSO showcases Cedar Valley talent at annual festive concert Dec 7, 2008
Where: Great Hall, Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, University of Northern Iowa campus, Cedar Falls ... Featured on the performances with the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony Orchestra will be 17-year-old vocalist Daniel Veenstra, 17-year-old violinist Heidi Klett, the Lis March Vocal Academy's VOICES Choir and the University of Northern Iowa Children's Choir ... " The singers range in age from 9 to 17. Choir members are Kelsey Beckman, Jayne Blumhardt, Katie McCarthy, Adam Walleser,... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
A recipe for success Dec 7, 2008
Now I never hear him complain about it, said Leah, 21, a senior at the University of Northern Iowa. I think he s a pretty good kid. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Board appoints new CEO for Iowa Public Radio Dec 6, 2008
Herrington will become the second executive director in the history of Iowa Public Radio, a structure established in late 2004 by the Iowa Board of Regent to consolidate the public radio stations at Iowa State University, the University of Northern Iowa and the University of Iowa into a statewide network ... Iowa Public Radio includes WSUI-AM and KSUI-FM at the University of Iowa, WOI AM and FM at Iowa State University and KUNI-FM and KHKE-FM at the University of Northern Iowa. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Magic flute: Passion for instrument changes student's life path Dec 6, 2008
Daniel Velasco, left, has weekly lessons with University of Northern Iowa professor Angeleita Floyd ... "This should be tender," said Angeleita Floyd, a University of Northern Iowa professor of flute and Velasco's instructor, as she sings through the notes, her arms moving with the music. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Retired area coaches inducted into Wrestling Hall of Fame Dec 6, 2008
He continued his career and was a three-year regular at the University of Northern Iowa, where he received his degree in 1969 ... In 1989 he transferred to the University of Northern Iowa to complete his education and helped Don Briggs with the wrestling program through 1991 as a student assistant. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Football: Déj vu all over again Dec 5, 2008
The playoffs would not be complete for the UNH football team if they did not play the University of Northern Iowa. For the third time in four years, the Wildcats will take on the familiar Midwest foe this Saturday, with the winner moving one step closer to the FCS Championship in Chattanooga. (The New Hampshire, NH)
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McDermott, who coached the University of Northern Iowa basketball program to three consecutive NCAA tournaments from 2004-06 and was instrumental in getting the 25 million McLeod Center built, was finally able to knock off his alma mater and a Missouri Valley Conference foe. Thanks to an arena-record 32 points and 16 rebounds from sophomore Craig Brackins, Iowa State escaped with a 71-66 win over UNI Wednesday night before 5,558 fans. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Foreign language skills gain popularity Dec 4, 2008
Classes in Spanish are available at Hawkeye Community College this spring, and the University of Northern Iowa offers foreign language instruction in several languages. For those who already know a little and want to improve, the Waterloo Public Library hosts a Spanish/English Conversation Group on Tuesday nights. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Brackins scores 32 as ISU clips UNI, 71-66 Dec 4, 2008
McDermott, who coached the University of Northern Iowa basketball program to three consecutive NCAA tournaments from 2004-06 and was instrumental in getting UNI s $25 million McLeod Center built, was finally able to beat his alma mater and a Missouri Valley Conference foe. Thanks to an arena-record 32 points and 16 rebounds from sophomore Craig Brackins, the Cyclones escaped with a 71-66 win over the Panthers on Wednesday night before 5,558 fans. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Organization says no to violence Dec 3, 2008
"We need to take the traditional codes of masculinity and turn them into a more positive way of living," keynote speaker and University of Northern Iowa Professor Harry Brod said on Tuesday. "All men can do something.". (Daily Iowan, IA)
Ruffin named Valley's top defensive player Dec 3, 2008
University of Northern Iowa defensive end James Ruffin has terrorized opposing ball-carriers like Illinois State quarterback Kevin Brockway all season. (RiCK TIBBOTT / Courier Staff Photographer) ~ADVERTISING~ | | | | | Wednesday, December 3, 2008 5:24 AM CST Ruffin named Valley's top defensive player. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
University admission index in effect for fall Dec 2, 2008
Posted: Tuesday, December 02, 2008 CEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- This year's college-bound Iowa high school seniors will be the first who can gain guaranteed admission to the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Iowa with the new Regent Admission Index for the fall 2009 semester, a release from the Iowa Board of Regents says. The index, a calculated score for students from Iowa high schools, combines four factors that... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Global lessons Dec 2, 2008
Before earning her teaching degree from the University of Northern Iowa, Martin, like all education students, had to complete a student teaching assignment. Instead of returning to her childhood schools, Martin chose to explore the world and signed up for an international experience in Cairo, Egypt, through the Out-of-State/International Teaching Program. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Good Morning Cedar Valley -- Dec. 1 Dec 1, 2008
--- The UNI Student Chamber Music Concert is 8 p.m. at Russell Hall on the University of Northern Iowa campus. Admission is free. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UNI to face Iowa State in NCAA Tournament 1st round Dec 1, 2008
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Wendler lauded as leader at Skidmore Nov 30, 2008
Ranked 10th by the National Junior College Athletic Association, Dean was defeated, 20-10, by 17th-ranked Iowa Central Community College on Sunday in the Graphic Edge Bowl, played at the University of Northern Iowa. The Franklin school's squad is 19-2 over the past two seasons. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
T-shirt business focuses on tailgaters Nov 30, 2008
Since then, the company has grown beyond the University of Iowa-themed shirts to feature school colors of the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State and colleges as far away as Louisiana State University. It wasn't necessarily a planned business venture for the two Iowa graduates. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
A guide to appreciating opera as art, entertainment Nov 30, 2008
"Opera is thriving. What makes it exciting is a new theatrical approach. Most of the music is centuries old and the stories are still dramatic or humorous, but the old-fashioned style of wooden acting is gone, out the door," said Sandra Walden, voice professor at the University of Northern Iowa School of Music and director of the UNI Lyric Opera ... Where: Bengston Auditorium, Russell Hall, University of Northern Iowa campus, Cedar Falls. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Adventures in Japan for grad Nov 29, 2008
A graduate of Algona High School now studying leisure youth and human services at the University of Northern Iowa, Metzger spent her summer on a U.S. military base in Iwa Kuni, Japan, participating in a day camp program. Camp Adventure is a program that sends students from multiple universities around the world to put on day camps for military kids in 16 countries including the U.S. The program begins with a half semester of training. (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Columbus students make holograms in UNI lab Nov 29, 2008
"You need to think mainly how are you going to get light on this guy," said University of Northern Iowa professor Dale Olson, in reference to the figure. He is helping the students create a hologram in UNI's optics holography lab. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
UNI has thrilling 3-2 win over Creighton; in MVC championships Nov 29, 2008
--- Senior outside hitter Amy Sampson had a career-best 27 kills, and senior middle blocker Ashten Stelken tied her career-high with 22 kills, to lead the third-seeded University of Northern Iowa volleyball team to a thrilling 3-2 win over second-seeded Creighton in the semifinals of the 2008 State Farm Missouri Valley Conference volleyball championship. Set scores were 25-20, 26-24, 18-25, 25-27 and 15-8. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Wrestling with weight Nov 29, 2008
The current University of Northern Iowa redshirt freshman earned a 103-pound state title his senior year at Cedar Rapids Kennedy. In a weight class where upperclassmen are rare, he defeated another senior in the championship match. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Marquette dominates UNI Nov 29, 2008
From the opening possession, the Marquette men's basketball team was in no mood to let the University of Northern Iowa hang around Friday night. The 15th-ranked Golden Eagles used their tremendous quickness, athletic ability and overall basketball skill to overwhelm the Panthers, 73-43, in the nightcap of the Chicago Invitational Challenge at the Sears Centre. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
