September 2008

Executive Vice President & Provost Search Update
The Executive Vice President & Provost Search Committee and search firm have continued work this summer preparing for the search and recruiting of prospective candidates. On-campus interviews are tentatively scheduled for Nov. 3 through 14. For more information about the search, visit http://www.uni.edu/execvpsearch/updates.shtml

UNI is second on U.S. News & World Report list
For the 12th consecutive year, UNI is ranked second in the "Best Midwest Universities -- Master's" category for public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2009 "America's Best Colleges" guidebook. UNI also was in a four-way tie for 17th on a combined list of all public and private Midwest regional universities -- one of only three public institutions to make the list of top 20 Midwest regionals.

Iowa Disaster Relief Grants established
Iowa Disaster Relief Grant funding of $500,000 is available for students adversely impacted by the summer 2008 natural disasters. Eligible students may receive one-time awards of up to $5,000 for the 2008-09 academic year. The program will be administered by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission. The priority application deadline is September 15, 2008. 
 
Information about this program is available on the Iowa College Student Aid Commission's Web site.

University of Northern Iowa plans fifth early childhood education summit
UNI will host an early childhood education summit, "Focus on Quality: Quality Math and Science Curriculum for Preschool Teachers," Sept. 12 -13, in Schindler Education Center (SEC). This is the fifth in a series of summits to focus on the quality of early childhood education programs in Iowa and specifically those in the Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program.

Friday's event will be from 7 to 9 p.m. in rooms 244 and 245 of the SEC. It is free and open to the public. Keynote speaker Karen Worth, senior research scientist at the Center for Science Education, Education Development Center, Inc. and co-author of the "Young Scientist Series” will present "Science and Young Children: A Natural Fit." A book signing and reception with light refreshments will follow.

UNI preserving Iowa's educational foundation
Early Iowa settlers planted the seeds of learning by building schools across the prairie and making education a priority for their children. The Iowa state quarter recognizes the past with the inscription, "Foundation in Education." Now the University of Northern Iowa is preserving that foundation, working to make it accessible so Iowa can build on its strong history as a leader in education. Since last summer, UNI Museums have become the home to thousands of documents and ledgers that are the official records of Iowa rural school history. And more is on its way.

'Excellence in Teacher Education’ e-zine
The UNI College of Education’s fourth issue of "Excellence in Teacher Education" e-zine is available. The magazine provides news about College of Education programs to current, past and prospective students and is a forum for teacher education professionals to share information with others. Visit http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/uni/coe-summer08/. To receive a print copy of the magazine, contact katrinka.smith@uni.edu.
 
Check out UNI on youtube!
http://www.youtube.com/user/theunipanthers

 

Family Weekend
September 20-21
Legacy families are invited to stop by the Alumni House from 10 a.m. – noon
Register for door prizes and catch up with what’s happening with YOUR UNI Alumni Association! Check out what’s happening at http://www.uni.edu/familyweekend/.

Lifelong University
Do you or someone you know want to learn more about history, the world, Count Dracula or the psychology of voting? Then UNI's Lifelong University is for you! This program, geared toward the lifelong learner, offers non-credit courses taught by retired and current UNI faculty and staff. Lifelong University creates a great way to learn just for the fun of it! For more information visit  www.uni.edu/llu or call University Events Coordination at 319-273-6899.

Share the pride!
If you know of someone who would benefit from the UNI experience, let us know! E-mail admissions@uni.edu or call 800-772-2037 or locally 319-273-2281. Visit www.uni.edu/admissions for more information!

One in every garage
A University of Northern Iowa License Plate on your cars provides scholarships for UNI students. Join the drive to make Iowa purple today!

Disaster Diploma Replacement Program
The UNI Registrar's Office and the UNI Alumni Association have teamed up to offer free replacement diplomas to alumni who lost theirs in a natural disaster. Alumni interested in obtaining a replacement diploma can make a request by stopping by the Alumni House on West 23rd Street, e-mailing mark.jastorff@uni.edu or calling 319-273-2171. A PDF version of the form is at www.unialum.org.

Be a membership ambassador!
If you know of a business that would like to offer a member discount to UNI alumni, contact Holly at holly.johnson@uni.edu or call 319-271-6409. If you own or manage a business that may be interested in offering a service or benefit, let us know!

Interested in knowing more about the UNI Alumni Association membership program? Visit www.unialum.org.

TCTV
Want to know where to watch the Panthers? Check out the list of game watch sites at http://unialum.org/events/gamewatch.shtml

Let us know if you would like to add your favorite pub or locations by e-mailing constance.hansen@uni.edu.

Panther Football is back!
It's football season and the Panthers figure to be in the national championship chase. Follow the action at http://unipanthers.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/niwa-m-footbl-body.html.

Saturday, September 6: Tail Gate Party at University Book & Supply
Celebrate the new Panther season at University Book & Supply. Meet and greet Troy Dannen, new UNI Athletic Director, coaches and athletic administrators. Enjoy FREE tasty grilled hot dogs from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. while they last and shop all the latest fall Panther apparel.
 
In an effort to support the victims of this summer’s natural disasters, UBS will donate a portion of all sales on September 6 to the disaster relief fund through the LSB Foundation at Lincoln Savings Bank.

Tailgate Special Guest Appearance Schedule at University Book & Supply
 
11 a.m.
Justin Sell, Assoc. Athletic Dir. Internal Operations
Rick Heller, Baseball Coach
Jen Plante, Soccer Coach
 
11:30 a.m.
Steve Gearhart, Sr Assoc Athletic Dir for Devel & Admin, VP for Marketing & Advancement
Sachin Kirtane, Tennis Coach
Brad Penrith, Wrestling Coach
 
1 p.m.
Troy Dannen, Athletic Director
Travis Geopfert, Track and Cross Country Coach
 
1:30 p.m.
Troy Dannen, Athletic Director
Ben Jacobson, Men's Basketball Coach
 
2 p.m.
Stacey Simmer, Swimming Coach
Tanya Warren, Women's Basketball Coach
 
2:30 p.m.
Bobbi Peterson, Volleyball Coach *depending on tournament schedule
 
It’s all happening at University Book & Supply, 1009 W. 23rd St. in Cedar Falls.

Hoops
The basketball schedules are set. Click here to see who, when and where the Panthers will meet in the upcoming seasons!
Men's schedule announcement
Women's schedule announcement

Women cagers make the grade
UNI women’s basketball team has earned a place on the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Academic Top 25 Honor Roll, finishing with the sixth-highest team GPA among NCAA Division I teams. The Panthers compiled a team GPA of 3.535 in 2007-08. This is the fourth consecutive year that UNI has finished in the top 10 of the Team Honor Roll. UNI has finished in the top 15 in six of the last seven years.

UNI Women's Free Soccer Clinic on September 7
Cheer on the UNI Panther Soccer team as they host Iowa State at 3 p.m. at UNI’s Messersmith Track Complex. A soccer clinic follows the game from 5-6 p.m. The players will meet and greet fans. They also will be signing posters. We encourage all youth soccer players to wear their jersey to the game!

UNI Men's Golf Outing and Fundraiser on September 17
Tee it up for a 1 p.m. four-person shotgun start
$100 per person,  $500 sponsorship for four players,  $350 Sponsorship for one Player Fees include green fees, cart, dinner, tee gift, prizes and more.

Each group is teamed with a UNI golfer. All proceeds directly benefit the UNI Men's Golf Team. To register contact John Bermel at Pheasant Ridge Golf Course, 319-266-8266.

The '08 seasons are in full swing, track the  Panthers at http://unipanthers.cstv.com

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