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Prehistoric Plant Resources In The Cedar Valley: How Prehistoric People Utilized Flora In Subsistence Practices, Lyn Tackett

Research in the Capitol

Over the last 10,000 years, the Cedar Valley in northeastern Iowa has seen an influx of plants and people; both of which have impacted the native flora of the region. Prairie grasses, wetlands, and other natural features of the Iowa landscape have been altered to accommodate the use of the land by humans. Some of the clues to what attracted various cultures to this region are hidden within the native flora. Therefore, a comparative study of the Cedar Valley area was done to determine what plants were available to Prehistoric native people when they came to the Cedar Valley. After …

Andy Hagensick - Iowa Legal Aid, Andy Hagensick

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

My work generally resulted in capacity building. I created a standardized assessment for all legal aid offices to use during initial meetings. I also drafted letters and other legal documents.

Taylor Ehrhardt - Food Bank Of Iowa, Taylor Ehrhardt

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

No abstract provided.

Introduction, Ken Mccormick

Major Themes in Economics

No abstract provided.

Gender & Sexuality Services Newsletter, April 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Gender & Sexuality Services.

Gender & Sexuality Services Newsletter

In This Issue:
--Lavender Graduation
--Upcoming LGBTQ+ Events
--In Our Community

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Newsletter, April 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Iowa Waste Reduction Center.

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Newsletter

Contents:

--- STAR4D's Work With Corroded Military Assets
--- Minor Source Emissions Inventory Assistance
--- Brightside Becomes Green Brewery Certified
--- Industry News

Stem Stories, April 2019, #1, Brooke Wiese

STEM Stories

Featured Event - NASA Space Exploration Educators Conference (SEEC)

14th Annual Research In The Capitol [Program], April 1, 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. University Honors Program., Iowa State University. Honors Program., University Of Iowa. Honors Program.

Research in the Capitol Programs

Program of research presentations given at the Capitol by students from the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Iowa.

Cover - Table Of Contents

Major Themes in Economics

No abstract provided.

Uni Scholarworks Readership Snapshot, April 2019, Bepress

Library Documents & Reports (entire collection)

No abstract provided.

Delynn Plante - Self-Help International, Delynn Plante

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

I helped to increase Self-Help’s branding and create more visually appealing materials that the organization uses. I helped to deliver their mission statement in a visual way, in which supporters and donors respond better to.

Female Grief For Civil Rights Martyrs: Emotional Labor As Activism [Poster], University Of Northern Iowa. Women's And Gender Studies Program.

Women’s and Gender Studies Program Documents

No abstract provided.

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Spring 2019, 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.

Department Of Economics Newsletter, V24, Spring 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Economics.

Department of Economics Newsletter

Inside this issue:
-- Scholarship News
-- Alumni News
-- Student Writing
-- Undergraduate Research
-- Economics Club
-- Lawrence M. Jepson Student Awards
-- Lawrence M. Jepson Forum
-- Internships and Co-ops
-- Faculty Recognition
-- Faculty-Staff Updates
-- Presidential Proclamation
-- From Faculty
-- Our Furry Friends
-- An Interview with Matt Hampton
-- Economics Department Faculty and Staff

Csbs Kudos, Spring 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Social And Behavioral Sciences.

CSBS Kudos

Contents:

--Faculty Accolades

--Retirees

--Departmental News

--Student Spotlight

--Alumni Highlights

Matthew Andreini, Percussion, April 1, 2019 [Program], University Of Northern Iowa. School Of Music.

Music Recital Programs

Program of a music recital given by faculty, students, or guest artists from the School of Music at the University of Northern Iowa.

Walking The Talk: Embedding Standards-Based Grading In An Educational Leadership Course, Matt Townsley

Faculty Publications

The purpose of this paper is to provide a model for educational leadership faculty who aspire to walk the talk of effective feedback by embedding standards-based grading (SBG) in their courses. Rather than focusing on learning, points are the currency of K-12 classrooms across the country. Over 100 years of grading research suggests typical grading practices are subjective at best. Some schools are responding by implementing SBG, yet few articles describe how higher education embeds this philosophy in educator preparation coursework. In this essay, the author documents how to design assessments, align rubrics, and provide feedback to aspiring school leaders …

Rod Library: Notes For The Stalled, V11n09, April 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Rod Library newsletter: Notes for the Stalled

Contents:

--#RodCon 2019
--Unveiling the Tusk
--National Library Week
--Did You Know?

Ica Newsletter, Spring 2019, Iowa Communication Association

ICA Newsletter

Contents:

--Message from Our President
--Theme for the 55th Annual Conference Announced: Social Change
--Call for ICA Leadership Nominations
--Cochran receives Teaching Award
--Conference Keynote: Bridging the Gap Through Dialogue in Des Moines
--2018 ICA Panel Spotlight: Health Crises Communication
--ICA Adopts Changes to Constitution
--President-Elect Profile Newsletter 2019

Women's And Gender Studies Newsletter, V2, Spring 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Women's And Gender Studies.

Women's and Gender Studies Newsletter

In This Issue:
--Meet a Few of Our Minors, Faculty, and Board Members, and Newly Admitted Grad Students!
--Programming and Events From Spring Semester
--Answering the Frequently-Asked Question: Why WGS?

Annual Report Of The Committee On Committees For The Academic Year 2018-2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

Documents - Faculty Senate

University Committee on Committees report including committee memberships, produced by the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

Uprising, Issue 7, Spring 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Northern Iowa Student Government.

Uprising

Contents:

Poem: Untitled --- 6
Through the Looking Glass --- 7
The Way I Talk To Myself --- 12
Honey Swell: A Cross Country Collab --- 14
Speak Up: Under Fire --- 16
Poem: White Picket Fence --- 19
Anomaly 'Chic' --- 20
Designer to Watch --- 27
Artist to Watch --- 28
#AuthenticallyMe --- 29
RegiMEN --- 29
Poem: Untitled --- 31
Swole --- 32
Eating Green --- 34
Dare To Be You --- 37
Seance Clothing --- 42
Poem: Sunshine Girl --- 47
Defaulted --- 48

Valuation Multiples: Identifying Undervalued Stocks From 1987 To 2017, Luke Muller

Major Themes in Economics

This research reports the absolute returns and alpha generated by hypothetical portfolios arranged by six commonly used valuation multiples from 1987 to 2017. I find the best returns are offered by the Sales/TEV multiple while the FCF/TEV multiple generates the most Fama-French Three-Factor alpha. My results contradict two prior claims by Fama and French: 1. any valuation multiple is as good as another and 2. book value-to-market value is the preferred measure for identifying undervalued companies. I also examine the performance of each valuation multiple for small, mid, and large-cap companies and find that smaller stocks offer greater investment returns …

Non-Linear Autoregressive Distributed Lag Model Approach And The J-Curve Phenomenon: China And Her Major Trading Partners, Alex Hunter

Major Themes in Economics

Following Bahmani-Oskooee and Fariditavana (2016), I use the non-linear autoregressive distributed lag model approach of Shin et al. (2013) to examine the J-curve phenomenon for the Chinese economy. Most recent studies have used methods such as the linear autoregressive distributed lag model approach of Pesaran et al. (2001) which assumes a linear relationship between the exchange rate and the trade balance. I argue that lack of support for the J-curve effect could be due to assuming that effects of exchange rate changes are symmetric. Using a linear autoregressive distributed lag model approach, I am able to find support for the …

The Effects Of Relative Wages And Border Enforcement On Illegal Immigration, Aaron Iehl

Major Themes in Economics

The flow of illegal immigrants into the United States cannot be accurately measured because any successful illegal immigrations will not be detected. This paper uses an apprehensions function developed by Hanson and Spilimbergo (1999) to estimate a lower bound for illegal immigration. An OLS regression model is employed to examine the effect of relative wages and border enforcement on the number of apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border from 1999-2017. These results are compared with findings from Hanson and Spilimbergo (1999) who studied apprehensions from 1976-1995.

Determinants Of Box Office Performance: Return Of The Regressions, Griffin Scott

Major Themes in Economics

Brewer, Kelley, and Jozefowicz (2009) used data from the late 1990s to the early 2000’s in order to determine what made a movie a success at the box office. I replicate their study using data from 2014 to 2018. Ex ante, production budget, critical reviews, horror and comedy movies were all significant at the one percent level. Ex post, the same variables plus number of screens, summer and holiday release, star power, and word-of-mouth were significant at the one percent level.

Maternal Mortality In The U.S., Christine Shipley

Major Themes in Economics

While the global maternal mortality ratio has decreased, the U.S. maternal mortality ratio has increased over recent decades. The U.S. has the worst maternal mortality ratio among developed countries. This paper examines potential explanations for the increase in the U.S. maternal mortality ratio, including problems in how the data are reported, medical intervention, and poverty. Potential remedies for issues are discussed. I conclude that even though all three factors have likely contributed to the rise in the maternal mortality ratio, the total effect of the factors is not clearly known and most likely does not fully explain the rise in …

University Of Northern Iowa Graduate Council Agenda, March 28, 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Graduate Council.

Documents - Graduate Council

Meeting agenda from the Graduate Council of the University of Northern Iowa.

Isso Weekly Newsletter, March 28, 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:
--Activities and Events
--Scholarships
--Immigration
--Health and Wellness

A 'Feminine Utopia': Mountain Climbing And Women's Rights In Nineteenth Century America [Poster], University Of Northern Iowa. Women's And Gender Studies Program.

Women’s and Gender Studies Program Documents

No abstract provided.