Regents Approve Recommended UNI Academic Cuts

Iowa Board of Regents today approved a slate of academic programs slated for elimination or suspension.

Hard Work, Advocacy Paid Off For Physics Department In Face Of UNI Budget Cuts

Faculty and students of the University of Northern Iowa physics department didn't agree with a recommendation to eliminate one of their degree programs. They spoke up, and their voices were heard.

Creative Collective "The Space" Celebrates One Year In Cedar Falls

The non-profit spot dedicated to showcasing art and music opened in downtown Cedar Falls one year ago.

UNI Responds To Official Investigation by American Association of University Professors

UNI released a letter sent from Ben Allen in response to the announcement the professional organization will investigate the university's conduct.

Donley: Critical Letters About Price Lab Weren't Withheld From Regents

Regents Executive Director Bob Donley responded to a Cedar Falls Patch article about critical letters that apparently never made it to the members of the Iowa Board of Regents.

Update: Regents Formally Vote to Approve UNI Academic Cuts

Iowa Board of Regents approved a slate of academic program cuts recommended by UNI officials.

Did the Regents See This Eighth Grader's Plea Before Voting to Close Price Lab?

Dozens of letters in support of Price Lab School were sent to the Board of Regent's office but apparently never reached their targets. Here are a few.

UNI to be Formally Investigated Following 'Unprecedented' Decisions

University of Northern Iowa could face censure following an investigation by a national organization of university professors.

Coming Wednesday: Withheld Price Lab Letters You'll Want to See

The documents meant for the Board of Regents are full of reason and passion -- which apparently wasn't reason enough for the board to review them.

Price Lab, UNI Updates: Details on Academic Program Cuts, Lobbying By Chamber of Commerce and More

Details on proposed academic cuts being discussed by the Board of Regents Wednesday, the Cedar Valley Chamber of Commerce lobbying in support of Ben Allen, a statement from United Faculty, a resolution from the Faculty Senate and increased money for UNI.

Get Updates On Price Lab and Other Cedar Falls Stories Throughout the Day on Patch's Facebook Page

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Amidst Protests, Potential Closure, Price Lab Carnival Goes On

Thursday: Protest rally. Friday: Annual fundraising carnival. Such is life these days at Malcolm Price Laboratory School

Coming Tuesday: What Happened to Some Price Lab Letters Sent to Iowa Regents

Check back with Cedar Falls Patch on Tuesday for details.

Letters Pleading for Price Lab Appear to Have Been Withheld From Regents

It's possible dozens of emails meant for the Board of Regents never reached the decision-makers.

Does Your Cedar Falls Business Buy Fresh, Buy Local? Read This!

The Buy Fresh, Buy Local Directory seeks new members.

Where Will You Watch the Final Four? Only One Day Left To Vote!

It's March, which means it's the season of basketball, with Kentucky, Louisville, Kansas and Ohio State in the Final Four. So we wondered: what is your choice for the best sports bar in Cedar Falls?

Full Week of Action Planned in Protest of Proposed Price Lab, UNI Academic Cuts

UNI faculty, Price Lab families, students and community members aren't sitting quietly as plans for major budget cuts move forward.

How Did Man Accused of Stealing Walmart Gift Cards Get Caught? Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information provided by the police. It does not represent a conviction

Gov. Branstad's Workforce Veto Declared Unconstitutional

This likely won't lead to the reopening of workforce development offices, however.

myVernoa Wins Title of Best Downtown Cedar Falls Bar?

St. Patrick's Day is traditionally a day for green beer and revelry. So, for our second official Readers' Choice contest, we're asked what your favorite bar in downtown Cedar Falls is.

When Will Board of Regents Consider UNI Academic Cuts?

Last week UNI President Ben Allen and Provost Gloria Gibson recommended closing or restructuring over 70 academic programs, but the Board of Regents must approve the changes.

Red-Light Camera Ban, Reported Dead, Will Be Revived, Cedar Falls Lawmaker Says

The bill, sponsored by Cedar Falls Rep. Walt Rogers, was reported in some media as dead yesterday, but Rogers says he's not giving up yet.

Will Iowa Have Math and Science Teachers Without Education Degrees?

As the UNI community contemplates downsized physics and other science departments, a bill approved by the Iowa House of Representatives would allow people with no education training to teach science and math.

Supportive Bootcamp: Extreme Fitness Centers Growing in Popularity in Cedar Falls

Gyms that focus on intensive workout sessions are growing in popularity in Cedar Falls.

Remember When Iowa Was Too Crazy to Matter?

The GOP presidential nominees now include only the top four finishers in the Iowa caucuses.

Letter to the Editor: Skilled Workforce Vital to Iowa's Economy

Cedar Falls Patch welcomes letters to the editor. Email them to alison.gowans@patch.com with "Letter to the Editor" in the subject line.

You Won't Believe This Forecast, Cedar Falls

Record or near record temperatures expected across the state for the next several days.

Letter to the Editor: Don't Cut the Physics Department

Cedar Falls Patch welcomes letters to the editor. Please send them to alison.gowans@cedarfalls.patch.com with "Letter to the Editor" in the subject line.

A Decade of Defunding Higher Education: History Behind University of Northern Iowa's Woes

DISPATCH: Iowa's funding for higher education has been shrinking for the past 12 years, a trend mirrored across the country.

Multi-Million Dollar Funding Increase Possible for UNI, UI and ISU

The Iowa Senate Appropriations Committee approved $11.2 million for UNI on the heels of massive program cutbacks spurred by the school's budget woes.

OWI Arrests, Week of March 11 to March 16: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not represent a conviction.

Two Busted for Allegedly Buying Beer, Cigarettes With Stolen Checks: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not represent a conviction.

EPA Orders Cedar Falls Business To Clean Up Hazardous Waste in Industrial Park

The Environmental Protection Agency said there were multiple issues with leaking tanks and containers of hazardous waste on property owned by Cedar Valley Electroplating.

Iowa City Weirdness — And Other Picks from Our Iowa Patches

For some reason, this man wasn't saying "cheese" when his mug was shot. His story and more from our Patches in Ames, Ankeny, Cedar Falls, Johnston, Marion, Urbandale, Waukee and West Des Moines.

Winner of Best Gym in Cedar Falls Patch Readers' Choice 2012 Contest

We asked Cedar Falls which workout center they liked best. It was close - very close - between Farrell's and Next Level Extreme Fitness.

What Brought a Cedar Falls Gym Owner to Tears?

The competition to be named the best place to workout in Cedar Falls was fierce last week, with more than 1,000 votes and dozens of comments.

Foiled in Metal Theft Attempt, Men Crash Gate to Escape in Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls police are investigating an attempted theft at Viking Pump.

Allen, Gibson Defend Plans to Eliminate 58 Programs; Respond to No Confidence Votes, Student Protests

UNI's president and provost spoke with reporters about their relationship with the senate faculty, what will happen to programs designated for restructuring and where the university stands moving forward.

77 Programs Listed for Closure or Restructuring In Official UNI Announcement Today

The announcement of the academic cuts comes after other programming cuts, including the planned closure of Price Lab School, have stirred controversy in recent weeks.

UNI Program Changes To Be Announced At 1 p.m. Today

An official announcement of which academic programs will be cut or restructured will be announced today, and media will be able to meet with UNI leaders at 2 p.m.