President Ben Allen poses with the 2013 Diversity Matters Award Winners (see story below)
President Ben Allen poses with the 2013 Diversity Matters Award Winners (see story below)
Resident Assistants from all over the Midwest participated in UNI's 23rd Annual RA Conference
Resident Assistants from all over the Midwest participated in UNI's 23rd Annual RA Conference
WRS staff photo taken  for the Centennial Celebration of Collegiate Recreation
WRS staff photo taken for the Centennial Celebration of Collegiate Recreation
Sue Follon Exemplary Service Awards were presented by VP Hogan to four Student Affairs staff at the division's luncheon.
Sue Follon Exemplary Service Awards were presented by VP Hogan to four Student Affairs staff at the division's luncheon.
Eric Benson, student veteran, speaks at the Veterans Day Flag Ceremony held on November 9.
Eric Benson, student veteran, speaks at the Veterans Day Flag Ceremony held on November 9.
Vice President Terry Hogan and PSE graduate students attend NASPA Regional Conference (see Nov.13 news item)
Vice President Terry Hogan and PSE graduate students attend NASPA Regional Conference (see Nov.13 news item)
Veteran Sara Mcdowell addresses audience members on Oct. 24 for the showing of the Invisible War documentary.
Veteran Sara Mcdowell addresses audience members on Oct. 24 for the showing of the Invisible War documentary.
UNI ROTC Cadets presented flags during the Korean War Ceremony held on Oct.13 which honored over 300 veterans for their service.
UNI ROTC Cadets presented flags during the Korean War Ceremony held on Oct.13 which honored over 300 veterans for their service.
President Ben Allen and MJ Dolan of the Iowa Association of Community College Trustees were joined by UNI Students on Oct 3 & 4
President Ben Allen and MJ Dolan of the Iowa Association of Community College Trustees were joined by UNI Students on Oct 3 & 4
The WRS recently launched their new monthly magazine called Student Health 101
The WRS recently launched their new monthly magazine called Student Health 101
Tracey Godon, Senior Assist. Director of Career Services was honored as a Waterloo Friend of Tourism.  (see the story 6/11/2012)
Tracey Godon, Senior Assist. Director of Career Services was honored as a Waterloo Friend of Tourism. (see the story 6/11/2012)
UNI students earn awards at regional orientation conference (See 4/5/12 news item)
UNI students earn awards at regional orientation conference (See 4/5/12 news item)
Pathfinders will provide important leadership to incoming students (See 6/8/12 news item)
Pathfinders will provide important leadership to incoming students (See 6/8/12 news item)
Lauren sends t-shirts to students who will be living in the dorms this fall.  Room assignments are made in May.
Lauren sends t-shirts to students who will be living in the dorms this fall. Room assignments are made in May.
The 36th annual UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair for Educators sets attendance records.
The 36th annual UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair for Educators sets attendance records.
President Ben Allen, left, joins students for dinner at Piazza dining center.
President Ben Allen, left, joins students for dinner at Piazza dining center.
Health Beat in Maucker Union offers students the convenience of a central campus location to exercise.
Health Beat in Maucker Union offers students the convenience of a central campus location to exercise.
TC promotes Student Employment Week by taking calls at the Office of Financial Aid.
TC promotes Student Employment Week by taking calls at the Office of Financial Aid.

Current News

LGBT activists provide awareness at UNI

NOH8 (No Hate) Campaign is a photographic silent protest which resulted from the Proposition 8 passed in California amending the state Constitution ban same-sex marriage. Photos feature subjects with duct tape over their mouths symbolizing their voices being silenced. The University of Northern Iowa, UNI Proud, ONE Iowa, UNI Feminist Action League,  and the Northern Iowa Democrats are joining together to provide a free NOH8 photo shoot at UNI. The photo shoot is set for December 6th from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the Maucker Union Ballrooms.

Nominations being sought for Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award

The Division of Student Affairs annually recognizes exemplary performance of its staff with the Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award.  The award honors division employees who are committed to quality and excellence and whose efforts and achievements exceed expectations.
 

Diversity Matters Awards nominations now being accepted

Nominations are now being sought for the Diversity Matters Awards which are given annually at the Town Hall Meeting on Diversity held in the spring of each year. The awards recognize the dedication and service to the University of Northern Iowa in advancement of its diversity-related goals. All faculty, staff, students and community members are eligible to be nominated. Nominations may be made by students, staff, and faculty; self-nominations will be accepted.

PSE graduate students attend NASPA regional conference

Graduate students from the Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs Program at UNI found themselves in Madison, Wisconsin November 4-6 for the NASPA (National Association of Student Personnel Administrators) Region IV-E Conference. Students were afforded the opportunity through the partnership the PSE program has with the student affairs division at UNI.  NASPA was founded in 1919 and since then has more than 13,000 members, in all 50 states, and 29 countries.

DOR seeks RA staff for 2013-2014

The Department of Residence is seeking resident assistants for the 2013-2014 academic year. RA’s receive compensated room and board, and a $1,200 stipend.  Applications are now being accepted through January 17, 2013. Visit the DOR website here to learn more and apply. For more information, contact Ashley Hartnett

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