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Library Connection, V3n1, Fall 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Connection

Inside this issue:

-- Latino American Grant
-- Youth Librarian News
-- UNI Joins Open Textbook Network
-- Digitizing the UNI Museum

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n5, December 2015/January 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Finals Week Stress Busting
-- MakerSpace to Open in Late January
-- Calling All Artists!
-- Crowdfunding Update

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n4, November 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Around the World in 180 Minutes
-- Veterans Day Photo Wall
-- Reaching for Higher Ground
-- Family Weekend Maker Activity

The Link, Fall 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Division Of School Library Studies.

The Link: A School Library Studies Alumni Newsletter

Inside this issue:

-- Telling the tale
-- Out and about
-- Beyond Google
-- Ask me!
-- Teachers, scholars, moms and more
-- Expanding the pool

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n3, October 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Open Access Week
-- Open Textbooks Speaker
-- Museum Grand Re-Opening
-- Tabor Painting Reception
-- Upcoming Events

Rod Library Annual Report 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Documents & Reports (entire collection)

We are pleased to share our 2015 Annual report with those who helped make it all possible. 2015 was a year for challenges, growth and success.

This past year we completed a strategic planning process which resulted in new mission and vision statements. Our vision set our focus for the future: "to be the best comprehensive university library in the country."

Rod Library is being challenged to better meet the needs of today's students, faculty and community. While Rod Library's core mission of information access persists, we are always seeking new and interesting ways of strengthening our connection to the …

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n2, September 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

Career Readiness Day
Copy/Print/Scan
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff
Copyright Fair Use

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n1, August 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Bash is Back!
-- Wonder Twin Powers...Activate!
-- Contact Us!
-- "Recreating the Human: Making Hate Our Footstool"
-- Latino Americans: 500 Years of History

The Link, Summer 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Division Of School Library Studies.

The Link: A School Library Studies Alumni Newsletter

Inside this issue:

-- What should I read?
-- Sharing the need for teacher librarians
-- Making a difference in Marshalltown
-- Tracking the impact of student research
-- Endless possibilities
-- Guides for guided inquiry

Panther Press, Summer 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Military Science.

Panther Press

Inside this issue:

-- Professor of Military Science Corner
-- Leadership Training Exercise: Spring 2015
-- Governors Cup
-- Panther Battalion Ranger Buddy Challenge
-- Sexual Assault Awareness Week
-- Contact Us
-- Military Science Fund for Excellence
-- Awards Ceremony
-- Swearing In
-- Cadet of the Semester
-- Spring Commissioning Ceremony
-- Meet UNI's Newest 2LTs

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n10, June/July 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Beyond Google
-- OITNB Book Club
-- Welcome Orientation Groups!
-- Pardon our Progress
-- Welcome Schindler Staff

Rod Library Learning Commons Brochure, University Of Northern Iowa

Library Documents & Reports (entire collection)

The Rod Library Learning Commons is a vibrant, comfortable social space equipped with 21st century tools, technology, and services that support the students' academic success.

• Connect: people, events, Book Bistro, Faculty office hours, Flexible collaborative stations, Group projects, Comfy seating areas
• Create: Digital Media Hub, Green screen room, Assistive technology, Adobe software, Media consultants
• Innovate: Maker space, Public programming space, Art
• Succeed: Tutoring, Research help

Partners: The Learning Commons is maintained through a collaborative effort between several offices, departments, and programs on the University of Northern Iowa campus.

Library Connection, V2n2, Spring 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Connection

Inside this issue:

-- Beyond Google!
-- The Global Reach of UNI
-- UNI Museum on the move.......
-- "Makerz"
-- Strategic Planning

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n9, May 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Don't Forget
-- Did You Know?
-- ScholarWorks
-- Finals Week Stress Buster

Twenty Second Annual Csbs Student Research Conference [Program] April 25, 2015, University Of Northern Iowa

INSPIRE Student Research & Engagement Conference Programs

A program for the INSPIRE conference where undergraduate and graduate students present their research, internship, volunteer and study abroad experiences, club activities and creative performances.

Department Of Economics Newsletter, V20, Spring 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Economics.

Department of Economics Newsletter

Inside this issue:
-- Scholarship News
-- Alumni News
-- Connect With Us
-- Alumni-in-Residence
-- Fun Stuff
-- Economics Club
-- More Club News
-- WHAT???
-- Student Writing - Undergraduate Research Program
-- Poland 2014
-- Internships - Internships, Cooperative Education (Co-ops), and Placement
-- Faculty Teaching
-- Economic Students/Faculty Recognition
-- Faculty Interview - An interview with Bulent Uyar
-- What is "Obamacare?"
-- Graduation Day - Spring 2014

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n8, April 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Camera Equipment
-- Learning Commons
-- Learning Express
-- Snack Machine!

Csbs Kudos, April 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Social And Behavioral Sciences.

CSBS Kudos

Inside This Issue:

-- Best Wishes...
-- In Memoriam: John Baskerville
-- Transitions
-- Tedx UNI
-- Arctic Conference
-- Promotion & Tenure!
-- Faculty & Staff Kudos
-- Student Kudos
-- Alumni Kudos
-- 2015 College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Distinguished Alumni
-- Emeriti Kudos
-- CSBS in pictures

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n7, March 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Media and Social Media
-- RodCon 2015
-- Canada and U.S. Symposium

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n6, February 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Comic Con
-- Blind Date With A Book
-- Canada's Arctic Exhibit

Higher Education Expenditures And Revenues : A Case Study On The University Of Northern Iowa, Thomas Keld Madsen

Honors Program Theses

Higher education costs have skyrocketed in recent years, leaving millions of students in copious amounts of debt. Facing problems with decreased support from state legislators, universities have increased tuition and fees to compensate. At the same time, university spending, especially in non-academic programs and services, has continued to rise. A fight as emerged between states and the schools residing in them for who is to blame for the increasing cost of higher education, and in the middle of the debate are schools such as the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). A medium-sized school, UNI faces decreasing financial support from the …

Asset-Based Community Development Practices In International Service-Learning: A Content Analysis Of Short-Term Programs In Nicaragua, Kara Christine Poppe

Honors Program Theses

The purpose of the study is to explore how students on short-term international service-learning programs in Nicaragua interact with local communities by analyzing the structure of the programs as evidenced by course syllabi and website content. After extensive online research of international service-learning programs offered in Nicaragua, seven programs became the focus of the study. The four research questions included: 1) In what ways do the international service-learning programs support key components of service-learning, such as academic connections and reflection? 2) In what ways do the international service-learning program structure the time in the host country for service and tourism? …

The Impact Of Student Organizations On The Development Of Core Competencies, Stanley Somtochukwu Ebede

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

Higher education has a significant impact on the development of critical skills that improve students’ academic outcomes. However, academic institutions have not adequately focused more on the role of student organizations in supporting and improving student outcomes. The primary purpose of this study is to investigate students’ perception of the development of core competencies during their experiences at a comprehensive Midwestern university, specifically examining the differences of those involved in student organizations to those not involved.

The impact of student organizations on the development of core competencies was assessed using a survey that was designed around the core competencies outlined …