Inside UNI Feature Story Archive

	Wednesday, April 20, 2011 Filmmaker inspires students with her story and work Acclaimed African-American movie director Julie Dash has never been one to worry about fitting in with the crowd.
	Tuesday, April 19, 2011 UNI is leaving a smaller ecological paw print The University of Northern Iowa has implemented new sustainability efforts over the years to create a responsible environment and leave a smaller ecological footprint. Read more about its efforts at UNI c.a.r.e.
	Monday, April 18, 2011 Eatery Island receives an oasis Graphic communication students revamped a local small business' food trailer
	Wednesday, April 13, 2011 UNI men walk the walk and talk the talk University of Northern Iowa men march a mile to stop sexualized violence … heels and all "You can't really understand another person's experience until you've walked a mile in their shoes." Each year, an ever-increasing number of men, women and their families join Walk a Mile In Her Shoes, an international men's march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence.
	Tuesday, April 12, 2011 Research, research and more research Undergraduate and graduate students conduct unique research to gain out-of-classroom and hands-on experience The University of Northern Iowa is not a research institution, but you might think otherwise after hearing about the abundance of research being conducted by undergraduate and graduate students across all levels of the university.
	Friday, April 8, 2011 TAPP fashion show: a cut above the rest To execute a successful fashion show, there is an elaborate process. Sew together dozens of talented design students, hundreds of yards of material, several spools of thread … and 19 years of previous success. The University of Northern Iowa Textiles and Apparel program (TAPP) had just that, as they held their 19th annual fashion show, "UNI Catwalk," on Saturday, April 9, in the Lang Hall Auditorium.
	Wednesday, March 30, 2011 UNI sings its way to the Big Apple Many native New Yorkers know the old adage connected to their historical landmark, located in the midst of Manhattan: "How do I get to Carnegie Hall?" The natives know best and answer, "Practice."
	Wednesday, March 23, 2011 From rubble to restoration Haiti: one year after ... lending a help hand Many college students’ spring break trips mean escaping the lingering winter weather and heading closer to the equator to bask in warmer territory on a bed of sand with thousands of other 20 somethings.
	Monday, March 21, 2011 If Columbus only knew … In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue and proved to a world of skeptics that the world was round.
	Wednesday, March 9, 2011 Professor broadens our perspectives How can we broaden our minds to different perspectives? Harry Brod might have just the answer you're looking for. Harry Brod, professor of philosophy and humanities at the University of Northern Iowa, will speak on anti-racism and anti-oppression at the 12th annual White Privilege Conference (WPC) in Minneapolis, Wednesday, April 13, through Saturday, April 16. His presentation is title "What's a Straight White Male Doing in the Anti-Racist, Feminist and LGBTQ Liberation Movements? How to work from and against privilege."
	Thursday, March 3, 2011 UNI honors new U.S. citizens
	Monday, February 28, 2011 African-American Read-In
	Monday, February 21, 2011 CME celebrates 40 years "The four decades of the CME have been replete with exciting and inspiring programs, speakers, workshops and other activities," said Michael Blackwell, director of the Center for Multicultural Education (CME). "As we enter the fifth decade of its existence, we realize the work of building cultural competency and inclusion on campus and in the surrounding community is not yet over." UNI's CME will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Wednesday, Feb. 23.
	Wednesday, February 16, 2011 A craze … a phenomenon … 'The Interlude Dance' The UNI "Interlude Dance" receives national attention Joining the craze is as easy as learning six simple steps. 1. Warm your hands up around the fire. 1a. Clap your hands at the appropriate time 2. The Interlude 3. Sparkles 4. The ninja robot 5. Fist pumps, starting at the floor 6. The revenge of the Interlude
	Wednesday, February 9, 2011 A globally educational experience Where would you be if more than 100 headmasters, principals and directors from countries like Ecuador, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, China, Greece and Bangladesh were in a building together at the same time?
	Wednesday, February 9, 2011 UNI centers around violence prevention UNI's Center for Violence Prevention aims to decrease gender violence on Iowa's three state university campuses
	Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Preserving America's Economic Security President Allen speaks on the fight for Pell grants and other scholarships On Feb. 5, U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) hosted a United States Senate Appropriations Subcommittee field hearing, called "Preserving America's Economic Security," on health and human services, education and other issues.
	Monday, February 7, 2011 Animal house UNI's Botanical Center and McCollum Science Hall are home to hundreds of campus critters for all to enjoy. Nestled in the heart of the University of Northern Iowa Botanical Center and McCollum Science Hall (MSH) are some unique plants and animals you'd be surprised to find on campus.
	Wednesday, January 26, 2011 Life is about learning from others As Jekow Olieny walks to his classes and meets friends on campus, adjusting to the cold Iowa winter isn't the only thing on his mind.
	Wednesday, January 19, 2011 Top 10 in '10 2010 UNI Year in Review The top UNI stories of 2010, in no particular order.