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In this eye opening talk, Reza Aslan, a world-renowned expert on the Middle East, talks about the historical and societal shifts in this part of the world. A new generation of youth are clamoring for their rights and freedoms -- and they drastically outnumber their elders. Seventy-five percent of the population of the Middle East is under the age of 35 and 50 percent is under the age of 25. The young, educated and politically motivated youth in places like Iran, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya and beyond have a new vision -- one that represents their values, not the values of the generation that preceded them. What motivates the Muslim youth of today? What will the new Middle East look like? How will these sudden regime changes affect the world's economic and political climate? Aslan unravels the complexities of the new Middle East and shows what the future holds for this part of the world.

Matthew Wilson, instructor in marketing, presents "Building Your Personal Brand Through Social Media Marketing." Social media allows individuals to create a comprehensive personal brand online that HR departments are increasingly taking note of in the hiring process. Learn how you can take advantage of social networks to build your digital presence. Create your personal brand, connect with influencers and successfully engage with professionals in your industry.

The entire UNI community is invited to join the President and the Diversity Council to recognize the ongoing diversity efforts on campus and reflect on what the future holds for diversity efforts. Dr. Heather Hackman, St. Cloud State University, will be the keynote speaker.

Held prior to the President's Town Hall Meeting on Diversity, the Diversity Fair showcases diversity efforts all across campus. More than thirty exhibitors will represent various student organizations, departments and programs. Stop by to see how you can get involved and learn about a variety of events, programs and efforts at UNI. 

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UNI and Iowa Public Radio will host Rick Santorum as part of UNI's Presidential Candidate Education Forums. The forums include a 30-minute candidate presentation "Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities in Early Childhood Through Postsecondary Education," followed by questions from the audience. Free and open to the public.

UNI and Iowa Public Radio will host Congresswoman Michele Bachmann as part of UNI's Presidential Candidate Education Forums. The forums include a 30-minute candidate presentation "Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities in Early Childhood Through Postsecondary Education," followed by questions from the audience. Free and open to the public.

Drupal Open Office Hours is a support group for persons on campus responsible for maintaining Drupal websites. The focus is less technical than the Drupal Developers Group, more emphasis is placed on content and content editing. Drupal experts are present to answer your questions. Office hours are normally the fourth Monday of every month from 3-4 p.m.

All faculty and staff are invited to a Green Holiday Open House. Learn green entertaining options for office or home – decorate cookies, assemble trail mix, create a relish tray. Plenty of door prizes! Bring your own mug for hot chocolate. Sponsored by several UNI departments and supported by the Office of the President.

Nichole Johnson, instructor in communication studies, presents "Problems? Probably Perception." Many communication issues that occur in the workplace have to do with assumptions and negative attribution. We want to know another’s intentions, so we place our own meaning and experiences on their world. The problem? We haven’t walked a mile in their shoes.This presentation will explain how perception can be “blamed” for many problems in the workplace, and tips to improve perception.