2012 Year in Review: Letters Pleading for Price Lab Appear to Have Been Withheld From Regents

A look back at some of the top stories on Cedar Falls Patch in 2012. It's possible dozens of emails meant for the Board of Regents never reached the decision-makers.

Letter From Cedar Falls School Superintendent Mike Wells on Newtown Shooting

Cedar Falls Community School District Superintendent Mike Wells sent an email to parents after the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary.

Cedar Falls Schools Respond to Newtown Tragedy

Superintendent Mike Wells told parents safety is the district's number one priority.

Watch This: Gangnam Style? No, Panther Style!

University of Northern students produced a parody of "Gangnam Style," the hit music video by Korean rapper PSY. It's Panther Style!

UNI Fall Commencement Set: Time, Location, Commencement Speaker Information

Approximately 600 graduates will participate in the University of Northern Iowa's fall commencement.

UNI Presidential Search Update: 20+ Candidates for Ben Allen's Job

University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen plans to retire by July, and the hunt to find a replacement is underway.

UNI Presidential Search Update: Committee Charged With Finding New President Meets Tuesday

University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen plans to retire by July, and the hunt to find a replacement is underway.

Regents Approve Partial Demolition of Price Lab Building

The Iowa Board of Regents voted unanimously on the measure to demolish 70 percent of the Malcolm Price Laboratory building.

Regents Approve In-State Tuition Freeze for 2013-2014 School Year for UNI, UI, ISU

The Iowa Board of Regents met today and voted on the tuition freeze, which could be adjusted if new funding is not approved by the Iowa legislature.

State Money for Tuition Aid at Iowa’s Public Universities Still A Matter of Debate

A joint investigation by news organizations reveals many questions on the minds of state legislators

Zach Wahls Speaking at UNI for 'NO H8 at My School' & 'It Gets Better' Campaigns

The University of Northern Iowa will host one of the first campus-driven "NO H8 at My School" photo-shoots during a three-day event that aims to show support for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community at UNI and throughout

Should Cedar Falls Spend $70 Million on a New High School?

Some think Cedar Falls High School should be replaced, at a $73 million price tag.

Iowa Scientists and Professors Say Climate Change Will Bring More Extreme Weather

A University of Iowa faculty member is among researchers who issued a report that says more extreme weather is expected in the state because of climate change.

Enter Patch's “Deck the House” Contest For a Chance to Win $100,000

Did you decorate your house for the holidays this year? Enter our "Deck the House" contest and you could win $100,000 for your local school district and $500 to pay your electric bills!

$5K Raised for Missing Evansdale Girls: Cedar Falls Daily News Links

A quick roundup of local news, including an altered timeline to find a new UNI president, a shout-out to a Cedar Falls native in the New York Times, a thwarted kidnapping attempt in Marion, thousands at Holiday Hoopla, a record Powerball jackpot and mor

UNI Presidential Search Committee Meeting Set for Tuesday

The committee is charged with finding a replacement for retiring University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen.

4 UNI Staffers Receive 'Excellence Awards'

Tim Bakula, Ken Bauer, Rosanne L. Lang, and Lyn Redington are the award winners.

International Education Week Bringing Cross-Cultural Food, Fashion, Music and More to UNI

Activities include a cultural clothing fashion show, information sessions, presentations, movies, musical and dance lessons and performances, international food tasting and more.

Armed Guard is Protecting UNI Professor Criticized Over National Guard Students' Missed Test

Cathy DeSoto, a professor who has received threats since being named in a grievance by a military student who missed a test, says it feels like the school is retaliating against her for past criticisms of school leadership.

UNI Faculty Senate Calls for Calm as Grievance Naming Professor Raises Tensions

An Iowa National Guardsman and UNI student filed a grievance with the university after he said he was not allowed to make up an exam he missed while attending a Guard drill.

UNI Professor Named in Grievance 'Receiving Hate Mail, Threats to Herself and Her Family'

An Iowa National Guardsman and UNI student filed a grievance with the university after he said he was not allowed to make up an exam he missed while attending a Guard drill.

UNI Professor Named in Grievance Filed by National Guardsman 'Strongly Patriotic'

An Iowa National Guardsman and UNI student filed a grievance with the university after he said he was not allowed to make up an exam he missed while attending a Guard drill.

National Guardsman Files Grievance With UNI After Missed Exam

The Iowa National Guardsman said he wasn't allowed to make up a test he missed due to attending a Guard drill.

Watch: UNI Students Go 'Gangnam Style' at Homecoming

Homecoming tailgating at the University of Northern Iowa had style - Gangnam style.

Is Jell-O Wrestling an Acceptable High School Homecoming Tradition?

A YouTube video of Cedar Falls High School students wrestling in Jell-O while a huge crowd watched is causing a stir.

Cedar Falls Considering Student Exchange With Laibin, Chinese Sister City

The school board meets Monday night at 7 p.m. Here's the full agenda and what you need to know.

Agenda for UNI Presidential Search Committee Tuesday Meeting

The committee will find a replacement for University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen, who is retiring.

UNI Homecoming Week Schedule, Activities: 'Panther Throwback'

Panther Homecoming week kicks off next week. Here's what you need to know.

UNI Family Weekend Activity Schedule: Sports, Music, Tours, Demonstrations

Need something to do with your family at UNI this weekend? Here's a full list of campus activities.

Activities Planned for UNI's Family Weekend: Sumo-Robotics, Sports, Chemistry Magic and More

It's Family Weekend at the University of Northern Iowa, with a full slate of activities to keep parents and students busy.

Public Lecture: "Playing Like a Man -- Representations of Gender and Athleticism in Sports"

Photos: Students Get Out the Vote at UNI's VoterPalooza

VoterPalooza at the University of Northern Iowa featured student activism and encouraged students to vote.

VoterPalooza! Candidates, Bands Coming to UNI Thursday

VoterPalooza will help UNI students register to vote, educate them about candidates and encourage students to make their voices heard in the upcoming elections.

UNI Selected as a 'GI Friendly' Campus for Third Year

The University of Northern Iowa has been selected by G.I. Jobs Magazine as a Military Friendly School for 2013.

'Voter ID: Voter Fraud or Voter Suppression?' Topic of UNI Panel Discussion

Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz will be on the panel, which will discuss the current hot topic of voter ID laws.

U.S. News Ranks Northern Iowa No. 2 Among Midwest Regional Public Universities: Does it Matter?

U.S. News and World Report ranked University of Northern Iowa No. 2 among Midwest regional public universities in the Midwest. How much do these rankings matter to you?

Board of Regents Name UNI Presidential Search Committee Members

The committee members will be tasked with choosing a replacement for University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen, who is retiring.

UNI Students: Keep Up with News From Back Home and Cedar Falls on Patch’s Twitter and Facebook

Patch has a bit of everything - news, information, events and conversation - from nine cities in Iowa and around the country. Get connected with Patch to keep up here and back home.

Featured Event: Power of the Purse VI

UNI Enrollment Drops Sharply For Second Year in a Row, While ISU, Iowa Report Increases

The University of Northern Iowa released the official enrollment numbers today.