Date: 3/21/00
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Contact:
Siegrun Wildner, assistant professor of Modern Languages, (319) 273-7131
Shawn Huyser, promotions assistant, CHFA, (319) 273-2817
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Erhard Zander, vice consul of the Federal Republic of Germany, will speak at the University of Northern Iowa, Tuesday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to noon, in the Communication Arts Center, Room 108.
His presentation, “The European Union and Contemporary Germany” will provide insight into political and economic goals and actions of the European Union (EU). He also will discuss current issues within the EU, such as the introduction of the common European currency, the euro, and the integration of Eastern European countries into the EU from a German perspective.
As vice consul, Zander facilitates commercial relations between Germany and the U.S. He currently resides in Chicago, Illinois.
The presentation will last approximately 30 minutes and will be followed by a question and answer session. The event is free and is sponsored by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany and the UNI Department of Modern Languages.
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Contact:
Cathy Pearson, UNI Center for Multicultural Education, (319) 273-2115
Victoria DeFrancisco, UNI associate professor of communication studies, (319) 273-7219
Vicki Grimes, Office of Public Relations, (319) 273-2761
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- “Working for Respect” will be the topic of discussion at the monthly meeting of the Difficult Dialogues series at the University of Northern Iowa, from noon to 1:30 p.m., Friday, March 24. The discussion will take place at the Center for Multicultural Education.
Que Lan, UNI associate professor of biology, will speak on her experiences as a woman in the academic world of science, and as a professional in entomology. Reflecting on her experience, Lan said, “The limit [for women] is not the sky, but the acceptance.” The session is free and open to the public. Those attending are welcome to bring their lunch.
Difficult Dialogues grew out of concern about racism getting in the way of women working together towards social justice. The series helps to provide an opportunity to discuss racist barriers to women's alliance building on community concerns.
UNI's Women's Studies program, Multicultural Activities and Programs, and the Center for Multicultural Education, are sponsoring the event.
For more information, call Cathy Pearson at (319) 273-2115 or Victoria DeFrancisco at
(319) 273-7219.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Siqin Yang, Graduate Assistant in UNI's Women's Studies Program, (319) 273-7102
Vicki Grimes, Office of Public Relations, (319) 273-2761
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Women's History Month at the University of Northern Iowa will feature a film and discussion, “Through Chinese Women's Eyes,” from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March 27, in Room 161 of Baker Hall.
Siqin Yang, a graduate assistant in the Women's Studies program, will present an overview of Chinese American anthropologist/director, Mayfair Yang's documentation of attempts to erase gender differences under Mao. Yang will also speak on today's changing ideas of femininity and the crystallization of Chinese feminism at the United Nations' Women's Conference in Beijing.
“This sensitive portrayal of the daily experiences and historical memories of Chinese women from many walks of life is essential to an understanding of contemporary feminism,” said Yang.
For more information, contact Yang at (319) 273-7102.
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Contact:
Timothy Lindquist, chair, Presidential Scholars Board (and associate professor of accounting), (319) 273-2975
Carol Geiger, administrative assistant to the Presidential Scholars Board (and administrative assistant to the vice president for educational and student services), (319) 273-2331
Vicki Grimes, Office of Public Relations, (319) 273-2761
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Twenty-four Provost Scholars, each receiving a $3,130 a year scholarship, renewable for four years, have been named as part of the Presidential Scholars program at the University of Northern Iowa. The scholars will begin their studies this fall.
___(Name)___ of ___(Hometown)___, who is graduating this spring from ___(High School)___, is among the students receiving provost awards.
The awardees receive stipends that cover UNI tuition and mandatory health and computer fees, $3,130 for the 2000-2001 academic year. The scholarships will be adjusted to cover any rise in tuition and fees.
Northern Iowa also has named its 2000-2001 entering Presidential Scholars, who will receive tuition, room and board, and mandatory fees for four years, provided the students maintain the academic excellence for which the awards were granted.
The program is funded through the Office of the President at UNI and is not restricted to finalists in the National Merit Program. Each summer letters are sent by UNI President Robert Koob, inviting selected students to apply for the Presidential Scholars program.
To be eligible for either of the awards, students have to score at least a 29 on the American College Testing (ACT) exam and be in the top 10 percent of their high school classes. Students in classes with fewer than 50 students must be in the top 5 percent of their classes.
High school juniors interested in being considered for these awards in the fall of 2001 need to ensure their ACT scores arrive in Northern Iowa's Admissions Office by Aug. 1, 2000.
Note: to obtain a complete listing of the scholarship winners, please contact the Office of Public Relations at (319)273-2761.
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