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Eighteen Years Of The Hawkeye Science Fair, Dean Stroud

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Pre-planning for the first Hawkeye Science Fair began in 1958 when representatives of the Iowa Medical Society, the Des Moines Register and Tribune Co., and Drake University met to discuss the feasibility of organizing to sponsor a science fair. Later, the Scanlon Medical Foundation was added to the list of sponsors. The first fair was held in the spring of 1959.

Purebred?, Wilmer J. Miller

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

A notion of "purity" and connotations of cleanliness, neatness, stability, uniformity, worthiness and admirable values click through our mental processes. After all, that's what we learn in biology, especially the genetic section, don't we? Well, maybe it's colored a bit by the horticulturalists' and stock breeders' influence, and dog and cat fanciers who want pedigree papers and conformity to some arbitrary standard. Poultry and small pet fanciers have about the same attitude, but rely less on papers. But "purebred" is jargon--at worst meaningless in the context of conflicting usages, and contemptuous in use by a more sophisticated group--breeders or teachers …

Chem Ed 77

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

CHEM ED 77 is a conference for classroom chemistry teachers to be held 22-25 August, 1977, at the University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

More Snow Jobs, Paul Joslin

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

On the first day of snow, when the attention of children is obviously distracted from normal classroom procedures, have them bundle up and go outside. Once outside, have the students follow you in a line and form a circular path. You can then use the circle formed in the snow, to teach or review concepts associated with motion, time, direction, fractions and geometry.

Your Population Is Raisin!, Joe Moore

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Sampling techniques are used to quickly estimate the size of populations within given sets.

Officers, Iowa Academy Of Science; Officers, Editors, Regional Directors, Iowa Science Teachers Section; Advisory & Technical Review Boards

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.

Bioassay And Corn Coleoptiles, S. Lane Wilson

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

In the 1930s, Dr. F. W. Went and R. Bonner conducted investigations into the factors regulating cell elongation in plants and their subsequent effect on plant growth. These studies eventually led to the isolation of a plant growth hormone called auxin. Auxin was finally identified chemically as indole-3-acetic acid or IAA.

Plant Growth Hormones

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The farmer of the future may one day spray chemicals that would simultaneously increase growth of specific crops while killing competing weeds, according to Dr. Robert Bandurski of Michigan State University.

New Istj Service

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

In order to provide ISTJ authors with wider readership, all articles published in the Iowa Science Teachers Journal will be abstracted in Resources in Education in the ERIC system.

From The Editor's Desk

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The lead article in this issue suggests that, in the near future, computer outlets may be available in many more schools in Iowa. The utilization of computers in science classrooms has been well documented. The different ways that computers can be used in science classrooms are limited only by the creative imagination of science teachers. Computers are even being used to make out examinations.

Two New Nsta Publications

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The following publications were introduced at the 25th Annual National Science Teachers Association's Convention.

Reaction Time

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Have 10 or more students hold hands in a line. Squeeze the hand of the first student, then he squeezes the hand of the second student, etc.

1977 Panthers On The Go, Northern University High School

Malcolm Price Laboratory School Yearbooks

The student yearbook of the Northern University High School, part of the Malcolm Price Laboratory School of the University of Northern Iowa.

Editorial Board

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Back Cover - Iowa Academy Of Science Officers And Directors

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

The Graduate Program 1977-1979, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Programs and Courses Catalogs

Table of Contents

University Calendar ... 4
The Graduate Program ... 7
University Facilities and Educational Services ... 9
Financial Assistance ... 18
Admission to Graduate Study ... 20
Master's Degree Programs ... 24
Master of Arts in Education Degree ... 30
Master of Arts Degree ... 36
Master of Business Administration Degree ... 52
Master of Music Degree ... 53
Specialist in Education Degree ... 56
Specialist Degree ... 65
Cooperative Doctoral Program ... 66
Courses of Instruction (by departments) ... 67
State Board of Regents ... 130
Officers of Administration ... 131
Graduate Council ... 133
Graduate Faculty …

A Psycholinguistic Contrastive Analysis Of The Dialogues Between Tom Jones And Partridge And Between Don Quijote And Sancho, Betty Ann Engelkes

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

Henry Fielding was greatly interested in the literary works of Cervantes. This interest is reflected in Fielding's writing, especially character development and, to some extent, in his style. There are obvious similarities in thematic content in the dialogues between Tom Jones and Partridge and between Don Quijote and Sancho. There are also obvious similarities in episodes or situations involving these major characters, which are presented and discussed in this thesis. Both major characters, Tom Jones and Don Quijote, leave home to travel with their specific destinations undetermined. Both Tom Jones and Don Quijote have longings for a beautiful woman whom …

The Use, Function And Importance Of Kilgore Trout In The Novels Of Kurt Vonnegut, Junior, Rodney Drake

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

An essential trademark of Kurt Vonnegut's fiction is the constant cross-over of characters and settings. Both reappear again and again in the mythical universe Vonnegut has created. But it is Kilgore Trout that emerges as the most important and functional cross-over character that Vonnegut utilizes. He has attained this status because of his demonstrated significance in the three novels he appears in. First, as a supporting character in the novels God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater and Slaughterhouse-Five Trout becomes the central figure in Breakfast of Champions. He also is used as the key linking agent between the characters, plots and …

The Effects Of Two-Channel Communication And Style On Receivers’ Perceptions Of Source Credibility And Verbal Content Of A Speech, Kenneth M. Johnson

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

Communication researchers have studied the effects of two-channel communication on perceptions of a source's affective state and a source's personality. These studies have produced inconsistent results. This study investigated the effects of two-channel communication and style on perceptions of a source's credibility and verbal content of a speech. Five hypotheses were tested. (1) A speaker using a dynamic style of delivery would be perceived as a more dynamic source than when using a conversational style. (2) A speaker using a dynamic style of delivery would be perceived as a more competent source than when using a conversational style. (3) A …

A Model Design And Defense For A Needs Assessment Survey Of A Mixed Urban And Rural Elderly Population In A Midwestern State, Christopher J. Johnson

Dissertations and Theses @ UNI

The present study was constructed as an exploratory model design and defense for a needs assessment survey in the state of Iowa. It was determined that a need existed for the development of a comprehensive empirical instrument for a pilot study in Black Hawk County, Iowa which could be employed by the Hawkeye Valley Area Agency on Aging (H.V.A.A.A.) and the writer. The purpose of the pilot study was: (1) to empirically test the model instrument for validity and reliability: (2) to give an analytical review of and argument for the utilization of each question used in the survey; (3) …

The Alumnus, V61n4, December 1976, University Of Northern Iowa Alumni Association

The Alumnus

Inside This Issue:

-- Completed library gives university comfortable reader services
-- Davis donates Dome entrance funds
-- Excellebrate 100 - Homecoming '76
-- Evergreen Transformations
-- Leaders from teaching tradition affect national education scene
-- News Notes
-- Alumni Association Trips

The Li’L Paws, V1n2, December 1976, Malcolm Price Laboratory School

The Li'l Paws Newsletter

In this issue:

-- Elementary Christmas Program
-- New Families
-- Unit V
-- Unit IV
-- Units IV and V
-- "Notes From the Nurse's Desk"
-- Elementary Art
-- Unit III
-- Unit I
-- Unit II
-- Yes, I Work
-- News From the Elementary Office
-- Library
-- Unit VI
-- Calendar of Events
-- Safety Patrol

Classroom Analysis Of Various Plastics, Paul D. Harrington

Graduate Research Papers

In the junior high plastics course this writer. teaches, the students display more interest in the manipulative activities of the laboratory than in the sit-down classroom activities. The results of this tend to be a once-over-lightly treatment of the technical aspects of plastics and more hands on craft type activities in the laboratory. To bring more balance to the program, an activity needs to be devised which will have more industrial relevance. Such an activity should allow the students a certain amount of freedom and still provide them with technical information and acquaint them with the properties of various plastics. …

Individualized Instructional Units For Estimating In The Construction Field, Robert P. Rosendahl

Graduate Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to investigate the development, production, and use of individualized instructional units for construction estimating for the purpose of incorporating a section on estimating into the construction technology course of the industrial arts program. These units should be equally valuable in seminars, workshops, and courses set up for construction personnel, engineers, retail lumber dealers, and university or technical students.

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Fall 1976, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

The Li’L Paws, V1n1, October 1976, Malcolm Price Laboratory School

The Li'l Paws Newsletter

In this issue:

-- New Faces and Assignments
-- Unit IV
-- Unit I
-- Halloween Parties
-- The "Counselor's Corner"
-- Unit V
-- Unit II
-- Safety Patrol
-- Preschool Speech/Language Services
-- Tennis Shoes for Physical Education
-- Unit VI
-- Unit III
-- PTA Parent Fun Night - Nov. 18
-- We Need Your Help!
-- Bicentennial Yearbook Sale
-- Calendar of Events

Iowa Broadcasters Herald Uni's 'First Man Of Radio', Alumnus, September 1976

Noteworthy People of UNI Documents

Herbert V. Hake attended graduate school at the University of Iowa, where he earned his master's degree in scenic design in 1933. In the summer of 1936, he began his career at the Iowa State Teachers College (ISTC) with the Theater Department. From 1938 to 1942 he served as technical director, scenic designer, and instructor of speech courses. He was a pioneer in radio and television.

The Alumnus, V61n3, September 1976, University Of Northern Iowa Alumni Association

The Alumnus

Inside This Issue:

-- Iowa broadcasters herald UNI's 'First Man of Radio'
-- Alumni Achievement Awards
-- 1976 reunion draws record crowd
-- 1876 - 1976 UNI Centennial
-- News Notes
-- Alumni Profiles
-- Homecoming Ad

Letter From John Culver, John C. Culver

James Hearst Documents

A letter from John C. Culver congratulating James Hearst on his recognition by the Iowa Arts Council.

A Century Of Learning, James Hearst

James Hearst Documents

A poem by James C. Hearst on the occasion of UNI's 100th commencement published in the Cedar Falls Record newspaper.