'Sole Power' celebrates fall kick-off at University of Northern Iowa Tuesday, Sept. 17

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa --"Sole Power," a project designed to encourage non-motorized commuting to the University of Northern Iowa campus, will host a fall kick-off event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Maucker Union Plaza.

"The purpose is for people to leave their cars at home and instead walk, bike or rollerblade to campus," said Kathy Gulick, UNI director of University Health Services. "It's part of a method that's called the 'green triangle model,' which encourages physical fitness and saves people money." This is the fifth year for Sole Power at UNI.

Among the day's events, UNI Public Safety will register bikes, "Arrive Alive" will sell Bell helmets for $7, and Europa Cycle & Ski will provide free bike tune-ups. The Outdoor Recreation Office will provide information on its program offerings and information will be provided about the UNI Panther Shuttle. Information about campus recreational walking routes and the Cedar Valley Recreational Trail maps also will be available. T-shirts, water bottles and bike bells can be earned for pledging to increase car-free commuting.

Assisting Gulick in the event is UNI student Christi Miller from Marshalltown.

For more information, contact Gulick at (319) 273-6921.

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9/9/02

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Gretta Berghammer, chair, Presidential Scholars Board, (319) 273-2149

Carol Geiger, administrative assistant to the Vice President for Educational and Student Services, (319) 273-2331

Vicki Grimes, University Marketing & Public Relations, (319) 273-2761

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New Presidential Scholars begin studies on University of Northern Iowa campus

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- A new class of Presidential Scholars has begun its studies on the University of Northern Iowa campus this fall.

____(Name)____ of ___(Address / Hometown)___ is among the eight students to receive the four-year, full-ride scholarships. They are funded through the Office of the President at UNI. The awards, which provide free tuition, room and board, and mandatory fees for health, student services and computer, are valued at $8,758 for Iowa residents and $15,066 for out-of-state students for the 2002-2003 academic year. The students must maintain the academic excellence for which the awards have been granted.

The select group will take part in scholars-only seminars, be eligible for special travel/study opportunities and receive extensive individual advising. All will be required to complete a senior thesis or project.

UNI President Robert Koob said, "The University of Northern Iowa's Presidential Scholars program accords to students of exceptional academic performance the same recognition and financial aid benefits that universities have long accorded to students of exceptional athletic ability. The program represents a deep commitment to academic excellence at the University."

Members of the Presidential Scholars Board are: Gretta Berghammer, chair, professor of theatre; Betty DeBerg, professor and head, Department of Philosophy and Religion; Beverly Kopper, professor of psychology; Vickie Robinson, assistant professor of education; Ira Simet, associate professor of chemistry; Robert Seager, professor of biology; Kathy Oakland, instructor in teaching; Harry Brod, professor of philosophy and humanities, and director of the University Honors Program; and Philip Patton, UNI Registrar.

Students who are in the top 10 percent of their high school class and who scored a 29 or higher on the ACT test are eligible to apply. Those in classes consisting of fewer than 50 people must be in the top 5 percent of their class. High school seniors interested in being considered for this award in the fall of 2003 need to be sure their applications are postmarked no later than Oct. 1.

Note: to obtain a complete list of the scholarship winners, please contact the Office of University Marketing & Public Relations at (319) 273-2761.

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9/9/02

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Gretta Berghammer, chair, Presidential Scholars Board, (319) 273-2149

Carol Geiger, administrative assistant to the Vice President for Educational & Student Services, (319) 273-2331

Vicki Grimes, University Marketing & Public Relations, (319) 273-2761

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New Provost Scholars begin studies on University of Northern Iowa campus

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- Fifteen Provost Scholarships, part of the Presidential Scholars program at the University of Northern Iowa, have been awarded to students who began their studies this fall on the UNI campus.

__(Name)__ of __(Address/Hometown)__, is among the students receiving Provost awards.

The awardees receive stipends that cover UNI tuition and mandatory health, student services and computer fees, valued at $4,118 for the 2002-2003 academic year. The scholarships are renewable for four years and will be adjusted to cover any rise in tuition and fees.

The program is funded through the Office of the President at UNI. To be eligible for Presidential Scholar and Provost Scholar awards, students must 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 seniors interested in being considered for these awards in the fall of 2003, need to ensure their applications are postmarked no later than Oct. 1.

Note: to obtain a complete list of the scholarship winners, please contact the Office of University Marketing & Public Relations at (319) 273-2761.

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