UPDATED: Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells to be Hired as Mount Pleasant Superintendent

Mike Wells resigned Feb. 27 after it became clear the Cedar Falls School Board would vote not to renew his contract.

With a Little Paint and a Lot of Determination, Cedar Falls Student Raises Awareness for 'Red Hand Day'

Cedar Falls High School senior Jillian Ross hopes a little bit of red paint can raise a lot of awareness.

Superintendent: Visionary Change Agent or 'Frightening' and 'Dictator-Like'?

Emails provided to Patch in response to an open records request reveal both glowing reviews and serious concerns over Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells' performance.

At Least a Month Before Resignation, Superintendent's Departure Was Under Discussion

Emails provided to Patch in response to an open records request reveal a school board decision not to renew Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells' contract had been under discussion for at least a month before resignation.

Cedar Falls School Board Calls Special Closed Session Meeting

The Cedar Falls School Board will meet Monday.

Facing Push for Resignation, Superintendent Sought More Time: 'This Situation Will Virtually End My Career Aspirations'

Emails provided to Patch in response to an open records request reveal Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells asked for the month of March to search for another position before being pushed to resign.

Cedar Falls School Board Could be Interviewing New Superintendent Candidates by End of May

The school board is searching for a new superintendent after Mike Wells' resignation.

High School Project Work Continues Despite Superintendent Mike Wells' Resignation

The board is deciding whether the Cedar Falls High School needs to be renovated or rebuilt.

What Should the Cedar Falls School Board Look for in a New Superintendent?

The school board is searching for a new superintendent after Mike Wells' resignation.

Senate Committee Doesn't Recommend Confirming Lang, Cramer to Board of Regents

Craig Lang came under fire for controversy surrounding the Harkin Institute at Iowa State University and University of Iowa President Sally Mason's contract and Robert Cramer faced opposition for his socially conservative views.

Black Hawk County K9 Officer Loki to Recieve Bullet-Proof Vest Through National Fundraiser

Loki, a 2 year old Belgian Malinois, and the newest K-9 for the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Office will be receiving a vest thanks to a nationwide Groupon Event.

Cedar Falls School Board Chooses Search Firm as Process of Replacing Mike Wells Moves Forward

The school board is searching for a new superintendent after Mike Wells' resignation.

Cedar Falls School Board Update: New Superintendent Search and Revised 2012-2013 School Year Calendar on Work Session Agenda

The school board will continue to discuss the search for a new superintendent after Mike Wells' resignation at a work session Monday.

Wishmakers Plan 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament: Northern Iowan Reader

A UNI dining center is recognized for health-consciousness, the Grout Museum features an exhibit on German student protesters and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament gears up to help kids's wishes come true.

Board of Regents Names Transparency Task Force

The task force includes Iowa Sen. Jeff Danielson and John Johnson of the University of Northern Iowa.

Cedar Falls School Board Asks 3 Search Firms to Present as Hunt for Mike Wells' Replacement Begins

The Cedar Falls School Board is looking for a new superintendent after Mike Wells' resignation.

Should Cedar Falls Get a Guarantee with Next Superintendent?

Some search firms offer a guarantee that if the superintendent doesn't work out - as is the current case with the resignation of first-year Superintendent Mike Wells - they will conduct a new search for free.

Landmark $15M Donation Will Aid Teacher Training at UNI, Benefit Students and Schools Around Iowa

Richard O. Jacobson has given a $15 million gift to UNI's College of Education, which the school says is the largest UNI has ever received.

UNI Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit for $50,000

A former University of Northern Iowa student said administrators responded inappropriately after she was sexually assaulted by football players.

Cedar Falls School Board Takes First Steps in Search for a New Superintendent

The meeting came less than a week after first-year Superintendent Mike Wells, faced with termination by the board, resigned Feb. 27.

UNI Student's Play, 'Clogging the System,' Challenges Social Norms: Northern Iowan Reader

Students dance the night away in Maucker Union, "Clogging the System" confronts corporate America and Senior Night sees UNI victorious.

UNI Professor Explores Connection Between Witches and Climate Change

The University of Northern Iowa will host a lecture on the topic of witches and climate change.

Cedar Falls School Board to Discuss Search for New Superintendent Tuesday

The meeting comes less than a week after first year Superintendent Mike Wells, faced with termination by the board, resigned Feb. 27.

Watch This: UNI Dance Marathon Students React With Tears, Screams of Joy After Learning How Much Money They Raised

The University of Northern Iowa 2013 Dance Marathon raised a whopping $101,379, the group reported Saturday as 12 hours of dancing wound down at the Maucker Union.

Plans for LGBT and Military Student Centers at UNI Move Forward: Northern Iowan Reader

Two NISG presidential tickets face a runoff election next week, LGBT and military student centers at UNI are in the works and the owner of J's talks home cookin'.

What Did Superintendent Wells Do Wrong? It's Confidential, Cedar Falls School Board President Says

Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells, faced with termination, resigned at a special school board meeting Feb. 27.

UNI Faculty Union Votes for 2 Percent Raise

United Faculty has OKed a two-year contract that pays professors 2 percent more in the first year and 2.2. percent more in the second year.

Wells Releases 'Talking Points' to Cedar Falls School Board Before His Resignation: 'You Knew What You Were Getting'

Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells, faced with termination, resigned at a special school board meeting Feb. 27.

'I Have Not Been Perfect': Resignation Letter from Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells

Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells, faced with termination, resigned at a special school board meeting Feb. 27.

UPDATED: Faced With Termination, Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells Resigns

Mike Wells, superintendent of Cedar Falls schools, has resigned, effective July 1.

'I've Done My Very Best,' Superintendent Tells School Board in Resignation Notice He Later Rescinded

Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells announced plans to resign on Monday, but then withdrew that resignation at Monday night's school board meeting.

UNI President Allen to Make Announcement on 'Milestone for UNI's Teacher Education Program'

According to University of Northern Iowa public relations, "The announcement will have a significant impact on students pursuing education careers and on faculty teaching and research. Allen will be joined by Gov. Terry Branstad and special gu

Snow Day! Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Hawkeye Community College Cancel School After Winter Storm Rocky

The schools started the morning with a two-hour delay.

Day After Cedar Falls Superintendent Rescinds Resignation, School Board Calls Special Meeting to Discuss Wells' Employment Contract

Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells sent out a letter of resignation and then withdrew that resignation on Monday.

Board of Regents Seeks Nominees from Public for Regents Transparency Task Force

At its meeting on Feb. 6, the Board of Regents approved the composition of the Regents Transparency Task Force. Among the members of the committee will be one representative of the public.

Music Students Present 'Opera Gala' and More: Northern Iowan Reader

Student music groups at UNI collaborate in the GBPAC, students are encouraged to participate in NISG elections and UNI falls to Denver in their BracketBusters game.

Update: Ahead of Contract Renewal Vote, Cedar Falls Superintendent Mike Wells Resigns, Then Withdraws Resignation

Cedar Falls School District Superintendent Mike Wells has been in the position less than a year. The school board will soon vote on whether to give him a three-year contract.

Report: Police Question Cedar Falls High Student About Threatening Tweet

Cedar Falls parents received an email that the high school was "alerted of a potential threat" Tuesday.

Students Perform for Autistic Children and More: Northern Iowan Reader

A devised theatre class at UNI creates a special performance for unique children, Kirb Check digs Miss Wonderful and Jacqui Kalin shines in her final year on the UNI women's basketball team.

2013 State Wrestling Results: Cedar Falls Wrestler Earns Place at Podium

Dan Kelly had a respectable finish at the Iowa High School State Wrestling Tournament, which ends on Saturday.