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Programs And Courses Catalog 2016-2017, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Programs and Courses Catalogs

This catalog is published for students and other persons who want to know more about the University of Northern Iowa. Its purpose is to communicate as objectively and completely as possible what the university is and what it does. The catalog is presented in sections to give a general view of the university as well as the detailed information required for informed decision making.

The Impact Of Twitterbot Race On Interpersonal Impressions, Henry Goble, Austin J. Beattie, Chad Edwards

Iowa Journal of Communication

Twitterbots are automated programs that can tweet and interact with users of Twitter. With consideration to the growing usage of social media for communicative and informational functions and to current events such as the "Black Lives Matter" movement, this study explores differences in perceptions of communication quality between racially-depicted black and white Twitterbots, specifically perceptions of credibility and interpersonal attraction. This study employs social presence theory as a theoretical lens. Results suggest that participants viewed the black-depicted Twitterbot as higher in credibility and interpersonal attraction. Results are discussed in light of social presence theory and offer directions for future studies …

Socially Supported Transition: How Transgender Individuals Use The Internet To Navigate Medical Transition, Katy A. Ross, Juliann C. Scholl

Iowa Journal of Communication

Transgender individuals use the Internet, especially social media, to help establish and confirm their gender identity and to discover information which could be beneficial during medical transition. Transgender individuals often need to seek social support, because traditional health environments can be a personally negative experience, can be unequipped to address their particular needs, and can be a place of potential discrimination. Using Gottlieb's (1978) framework of social support, the purpose of this study was to better understand the use of social media by transgender individuals seeking social support related to medical transition. Qualitative analysis of in-depth interviews produced three themes: …

Front Matter - Table Of Contents - Preface

Iowa Journal of Communication

No abstract provided.

Stem Stories, January 2016, #1, Mir Ashfaquzzaman

STEM Stories

Alumni Profile - Jason Van Clark

Compliance Calendar/Logbook For Bulk Gasoline Plants: Less Than 19,999 Gallons/Day Throughput, Iowa Waste Reduction Center

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Book Gallery

EPA has new requirements for Gasoline Distribution Bulk Terminals, Bulk Gasoline Plants and Pipeline Facilities under 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart BBBBBB (NESHAP 6B) to reduce air pollution. This calendar has been developed to assist Bulk Gasoline Plants in complying with NESHAP 6B. Additional Iowa specific NESHAP 6B rules are discussed later.

Tu Historia: Latino Americans In Iowa, University Of Northern Iowa

Latino Americans Documents

Tu Historia: Latino Americans in Iowa
-- If you would like to contribute to this project, contact Jess Cruz, Juan Carlos Castillo

Academic Affairs Update, January 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. Office Of The Provost And Executive Vice President For Academic Affairs.

Academic Affairs Update

Inside this issue:

-- RISE-ing to the Challenge: UNI Refugee and Immigrant Support and Empowerment
-- Writing the World

Theatre Uni Brochure, The 2015–2016 Season, University Of Northern Iowa

Theatre UNI Season Brochure

Inside this issue:

-- Independence
-- The Glass Menagerie
-- The Trojan Women

The Make Cook Do Book, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Languages And Literatures., Jennifer Cooley, Caitlin Agrosinger

Make Cook Do Book Project

During the spring and fall semesters of 2016, UNI students collaborated with adult Learners in English classes at the YWCA in Waterloo, Iowa as language partners. The stories below are just a sample of all the different backgrounds and talents that the adult English Learners brought to the collaboration. At the end of the fall 2016 semester, the YWCA students were invited to write about their past, present and/or future and, if they wanted to, about their family as well. (The document that prompted them to share their ideas is on the first page!) UNI students offered assistance, as needed, …

Manual Versus Automated Drawing Checking: A Case Study, Thirupathi Reddygari

Graduate Research Papers

Engineering drawing, a type of technical drawing, is used to fully and clearly define requirements for engineered items. The sketches or graphics communicate information from one mind to another; drawing consists of various geometric elements and textual data (Jozef V, 2014). In industry there are various types of drawings created for different applications such as product, assembly, machining, welding, hydraulic schematic, electrical schematic, Printed Circuit Board (PCB). After initial release of drawings, checking drawings for further release would be immense task depending on complexity of drawing. Checking smaller drawings (A4 size) won't consume greater time and effort, but larger drawings …

Reliability And Concurrent Validity Of An Alternative Method Of Lateral Lumbar Range Of Motion In Athletes, Mark D. Hecimovich, Jeffrey J. Herbert

Faculty Publications

Background: Cricket bowling involves combined spinal movements of side bending and rotation and, consequently, injury to the low back is a common problem. Therefore the assessment of lumbar spine kinematics has become a routine component in preseason screening. This includes static measurement of lateral spinal flexion as asymmetrical range of motion may predispose an athlete to low back injury.

Objectives: This study examined intra-rater reliability and concurrent validity of the fingertip-to-floor distance test (FFD) when compared to a criterion range of motion measure.

Methods: Thirty-four junior-level cricket players aged 13‑16 years were recruited. Lumbar spine lateral flexion …

Uni Today, V98n4 [V99n3], Winter 2016, University Of Northern Iowa Alumni Association

UNI Today

Inside This Issue:
--The Life of Lawther Hall
--A Bridge to His Alma Mater
--Determination is the Key to Success
--School of Music Piano Competition
--Celebrating 40 Years of the UNI-Dome
--New Makerspace
--Gallagher Bluedorn's 15th Season
--Alumna Profile
--Alumna Profile
--Athletics Hall of Fame
--Alumni Association Membership
--UNI is the Right Investment
--2015 Distinguished Award Winners
--We Are One UNI
--Alumni Webinars
--Class Notes
--UNI Holiday Flashback
--UNI Calendar of Events

America's National Cemeteries: A Resource Guide For College Instructors [Instructional Guide], Thomas G. Connors

Open Educational Resources

Developing a Tour of a National Cemetery

There are many ways to view or approach the study of a national cemetery. Each cemetery has a unique history but also fits some general patterns. The most obvious focus of study would be on the history of the cemetery itself or the lives of those commemorated there. Another approach would be through architecture and design, the style of the structures, or the layout of the grounds. A more scientific emphasis might focus on the landscape, its flora, and its wildlife, and investigate what life is supported among the manicured lawns. The geography …

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Journal of the Iowa Academy of Science: JIAS

No abstract provided.

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Newsletter, January 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. Iowa Waste Reduction Center.

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Newsletter

Contents:

--- This Month Marks the IWRC's 28th Year
--- MSEI Assistance Available
--- Recordkeeping with the Grain PTE Program
--- Industry News

Graduate Program Survey 2015-2016, Megan Vogt

Institutional Effectiveness & Planning Documents

Contents:

-- Overview - Graduate College
-- Graduate College: Degrees Awarded Summer 2015 - Spring 2016 --- 1
-- Number of Majors Awarded per College over 5 years --- 4
-- Graduate Program Survey
-- Methodology --- 5
-- Response Rate --- 6
-- Principal Activity After Graduation --- 8
-- Activities Student Engaged in at UNI --- 9
-- Reasons for Going to Graduate School --- 11
-- Graduate Education Experience --- 12
-- Paying for a Graduate Education at UNI --- 14
-- Survey Form --- Appendix A

2015-2016 Uni Strategic Plan Accomplishments, University Of Northern Iowa

Institutional Effectiveness & Planning Documents

A report detailing the progress on the strategic goals within the University of Northern Iowa's strategic plan.

Environmental Recordkeeping Calendar For Drycleaning Facilities, Iowa Waste Reduction Center, Iowa. Department Of Natural Resources

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Book Gallery

The Iowa Air Emissions Assistance Program (IAEAP) at the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC), supported by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is pleased to present the 2016-2017 Environmental Recordkeeping Calendar for Dry Cleaning Facilities. The use of hazardous chemicals in the dry cleaning process, including perchloroethylene (commonly known as perc), can pose safety and environmental concerns if not managed appropriately. In an effort to minimize these concerns state and federal regulations are in place that may apply to your facility. These regulations have been developed to ensure your business operations will not unexpectedly harm the environment or individuals. …

Compliance Calendar/Logbook For Bulk Gasoline Plants: Less That 19,999 Gallons/Day Throughput, Iowa Waste Reduction Center

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Book Gallery

EPA has requirements for Gasoline Distribution Bulk Terminals, Bulk Gasoline Plants and Pipeline Facilities under 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart BBBBBB (NESHAP 6B) to reduce air pollution. This calendar has been developed to assist Bulk Gasoline Plants in complying with NESHAP 6B. Additional Iowa specific NESHAP 6B rules are discussed later.

Longitudinal Climate Survey Analysis [2009-2016], Bailey Holm

Institutional Effectiveness & Planning Documents

An analysis of the student responses to the campus climate surveys, comparing the resuts from the 2009, 2011, 2014, and 2016 surveys.

That Woman Who Married My Brother: The Problematic Sibling-In-Law's Influence On Adult Sibling Closeness, Carolyn Prentice, Jill Tyler

Iowa Journal of Communication

The spouses of adult siblings can have a strong influence-for better or worse-on the adult sibling bond. Qualitative data from a 16-member subset of a qualitative study of 50 adults demonstrate the positive and negative aspects of sibling-in-law/spousal intersections. Thematic analysis of these interviews revealed that these 16 participants mentioned a problematic sibling-in-law relationship. In each case, participants noted that the sibling's spouse had, in some ways, diminished their closeness with their sibling, which is how ''problematic" was operationalized. Sometimes the sibling-in-law preferred interacting with his or her own family or had poor communication behaviors. Other participants reported that the …

Rodcon, Flier, 2016, University Of Northern Iowa

RodCon Documents

RodCon 2016 at the Rod Library
Saturday, April 2
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Flier used in promotion of the event.

Student Affairs Newsletter, January 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. Division Of Student Affairs.

Student Affairs News

Inside this issue:

-- Important Dates
-- Staff Updates
-- Staff development opportunity: Training Staff to Respond to Racial Climate Challenges
-- Career Services hosting UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair
-- Student Affairs staff honored with Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award
-- Campus colleagues recognized with “Helping Students Succeed Commendation”

Education Summit 2016 [Program], University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Education.

Education Summit Programs

Program for the 2016 UNI Education Summit

2016 Uni Football, University Of Northern Iowa

Athletics Media Guides

Contents:

INTRO
Quick Facts/Contents --1
Personnel Breakdown --2
Alphabetical Roster --3
Numerical Roster --5
Roster by Position Group --7
The Program --8
MEDIA INFORMATION
Media Policies/Staff --10
Campus Map --11
Panther Sports Properties/Radio/TV --12
UNI Social Media --13
COACHES AND STAFF
Head Coach Mark Farley --15
Assistant Coaches/Staff --19
THE PANTHERS
Returner Bios --31
Newcomer Bios --52
OPPONENTS
2016 Opponent Capsules --59
Series History vs. All Opponents --61
2015 IN REVIEW
Season Quick Hits --72
Season Statistics --75
Box Scores/Recaps --80
RECORDS
Individual Game Records --84
Individual Season Records --86
Individual Career Records --92
Season Team Records --98
Miscellaneous Team …

Celebrating 100 Years Of The National Park System In The Classroom, Kailyn Louise Bettle

Honors Program Theses

This research evaluates the effects of a curricular tool on students in a social studies and upper elementary classroom. Consisting of a text set, a compilation of varying primary and secondary resources such as letters and maps at varying reading levels, focused around an interesting central topic. The research employs text sets created for fourth and seventh grade on the topic of US national parks and focuses on the history of national parks, curricular materials already available on national parks, creation of the text sets, and the importance of disciplinary literacy and interdisciplinary connections between geography and literacy. The text …

[Social Work] Newsletter, 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Social Work.

Social Work Newsletter

Inside This Issue:
--From the Department Head: Year In Review Fall 2015-Spring 2016
--Professor Spotlight: Katherine van Wormer
--Professor Highlights: Laura Praglin, James McCullagh, Steven Onken, James, Hanson, Augustina Naami, Ga-Young Choi, Anita Gordon
--Staff Highlights: Debra Laneville, Ann Thill
--Department News: Distance Education MSW, Exploring Korean Exchange Programs
--Department-Wide Events: Social Work Ethics Conference, Iowa NASW Symposium, Annual Awards and Scholarships Ceremony
--In the Field
--2016 Trauma Conference: Advancing Trauma Understanding and Response in 2016
--Agency Highlights: Jen Alexander, Peg DeArmond, Sheri Floyd
--A Spiritual Awakening: From Incarceration to Full-Time Student
--Student Highlights: Trevor Dismore, Vanessa McNeal
--MSW Foundation …

Unibusiness: University Of Northern Iowa College Of Business Administration, Winter 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Business Administration.

UNIBiz

Inside This Issue:
-- Message From the Dean ••• 2
-- Supporting the Business of Art ••• 4
-- An interview with John Pappajohn ••• 6
-- For the Love of Art...and Business ••• 8
-- UNIBusiness International ••• 10
-- UNIBusiness In Action ••• 16
-- Annual Report on Giving ••• 18
-- Donor Spotlight ••• 22
-- Faculty Recognition ••• 24
-- Developing Professionalism ••• 26
-- UNIBusiness Alumni ••• 32
-- Executive Advisory Board ••• 37

Csbs Statements, V18, 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Social And Behavioral Sciences.

CSBS Statements

Contents:

--From the Desk of the Dean
--Where in the World is CSBS
--Fashion & STEM: A Perfect Fit
--Sociology of Culture: Engaging New Tastes Thru Art, Chocolate and Community
--Passing the Torch for a Brighter Future
--UNI ROTC Celebrates Shared Anniversary With Army ROTC
--History and Military Science Team Up to Teach Future Citizens
--ROTC Cadet Summer Training
--Social Work Explores Seoul Exchange Program
--The Canterbury Forum
--Elect Her Panther Women Win
--State-of-the-art Lab Gives UNI Students an Opportunityto Impact the Field
--Iowa Bioblitz Program Inspires Young Explorers
--Geotree Center Offers Students Real-World Experience
--Out of the Darkness Walk …