Montgomerys announce M-P football Nov 19, 2009
Currently studying business management at the University of Iowa, Jordan said he got his start in broadcasting during a class when he shadowed Bob Brooks of KMRY radio ... During his junior year of college, Jordan and Zach Ulin, a 2003 Mid-Prairie graduate, were both working for KRUI, the student run radio station at the University of Iowa, when they got invited to announce Mid-Prairie football teams for WATV. After announcing a few games with Ulin, Jordan brought his brother Justin on board as... (Kalona News, IA)
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Thursday, November 19, 2009 12:17 AM CST Book closes on Iowas highly touted Class of 2005 By LUKE MEREDITH, Of The Associated Press University of Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz leaves the tunnel with his team prior to the start of the season opener against University of Northern Iowa, Sat. Sept. 5, 2009, in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, IA. (John Schultz /Quad-City Times) IOWA CITY Iowa s 2005 recruiting class was, at least on paper, one of the most impressive hauls the Hawkeyes had ever... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Hawkeyes Return to Action Tuesday vs. Duquesne Nov 19, 2009
"HAWK TALK WITH " University of Iowa basketball fans may join Iowa Coach and radio announcer Gary Dolphin during the season for the "Hawk Talk with " radio call-in show ... FORMER UI STANDOUT GIVES $100,000 FOR CHA RENOVATION Ronnie Lester, former All-American basketball player at the University of Iowa, has made a $100,000 gift to the UI Foundation to support the Carver-Hawkeye Arena Enhancements Campaign. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Duquesne Escapes With 52-50 Win Over Iowa Nov 19, 2009
University of Iowa sophomore Anthony Tucker scored 16 points in 35 minutes Tuesday during a two-point loss to Duquesne ... IOWA CITY, Iowa -- Duquesne made big shots all night, none bigger than a three-pointer delivered from the hands of Bill Clark with less than 10-seconds remaining in Tuesday's game against the University of Iowa in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Wrestlers Set For Home Opener Nov 19, 2009
THIS WEEK The top-ranked University of Iowa wrestling team has a full slate of competition this weekend ... Press releases, meet results and audio broadcasts are available on the University of Iowa's website ... LIVE BLOGGING FROM IOWA CITY DUALS A member of the University of Iowa Sports Information staff will offer interactive content live from the Iowa City Duals via. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Fall Season Review Nov 19, 2009
The University of Iowa women's golf team has finished its fall season with added experience and a lot of progress. Despite finishing tournaments lower than anticipated, Coach has drawn several positives from the fall and remains very optimistic about the upcoming spring season. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Iowa Refuses to Give Up During Loss Nov 19, 2009
It was another typically impressive day at the office for University of Iowa junior Kachine Alexander ... IOWA CITY, Iowa -- Throw out the first four minutes or the final six and the University of Iowa women's basketball team is celebrating its first victory over a nationally ranked opponent since last February. (Hawkeyesports.com)
A Senior Moment Nov 19, 2009
University of Iowa defensive end Broderick Binns knows that a win Saturday will not only mean bragging rights for him in his home state of Minnesota, but it will also send 17 Hawkeye seniors off with a smile. . (Hawkeyesports.com)
Hawkeyes Ink Four Recruits Nov 19, 2009
IOWA CITY, IA - University of Iowa Head Volleyball Coach has announced that four prep athletes have signed National Letters of Intent to attend the University of Iowa in 2010. Student athletes Rachael Bedell, Nikki Dailey, Chant; Thompson and Bethany Yeager have committed to join the Iowa volleyball program next fall. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Across the ocean awaits a lesson for Muscatine teacher (8) Nov 18, 2009
Education: Bachelor s degree in education from the University of Iowa; currently enrolled in the Western Illinois University graduate program ... I went to the University of Iowa with the intent of becoming a lawyer ... I went through a phenomenal education program at the University Of Iowa and I knew right away that this was where I was supposed to be. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Hunters rescued after boat overturns Nov 17, 2009
Two members of the party were taken to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City for evaluation. The other two didn't require treatment. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Betty Nehls (288) Nov 17, 2009
Over the years, Betty worked as a secretary for Salsbury Laboratories, Sherman Nursery and the University of Iowa. She was a member of Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church and Daughters of the Revolution. (Charles City Press, IO)
Robert W. Gilland\70 Nov 17, 2009
Published: Monday, November 16, 2009 12:24 PM CST Robert W. Gilland, 70, of Fort Madison, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at the University of Iowa Hospitals cs. Arrangements are pending at King-Lynk Funeral Home tory. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Empathy in Your Genes? Nov 17, 2009
23, 2007) University of Iowa researchers have learned more about a genetic variation that is a small risk factor for a mild form of schizophrenia yet also is associated with improved overall. (June 24, 2009) New research indicates the way our brain handles how we move through space -- including being able to imagine literally stepping into someone else's shoes -- may be related to how and why we. (Science Daily)
Medical Workers Balk at Mandatory Flu Vaccines Nov 17, 2009
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics was ordered to halt its mandatory program this month after unions for nearly 5,000 employees there won two binding arbitration rulings that struck down the policy as a contract violation. Union officials note that the Iowa City facility achieved an 84 percent vaccination rate among its staff last year under its voluntary program, a level considered exemplary. (MEDLINEplus)
Families shocked by how fast flu can hit Nov 16, 2009
"They're just estimates," said Dan Diekema, an epidemiologist and professor of infectious diseases at the University of Iowa. "We have to live with the fact we don't really know how many people have been infected with H1N1 because we don't have the ability to test everybody.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Lena Gipson Named All-Tournament at Hawkeye Cha... Nov 16, 2009
IOWA CITY, IA - Santa Clara University power forward was honored as an all-tournament player at the 2009 KCRG-TV9 Hawkeye Challenge, hosted by the University of Iowa. Despite Gipson's 18 points and 10 rebounds, Santa Clara (1-2) dropped Sunday's game to UCLA 77-51. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
UCLA Tops Santa Clara in Iowa Challenge Nov 16, 2009
The UCLA women's basketball team evened its record at 1-1 on Sunday afternoon with a 77-51 win over Santa Clara (1-2) in the consolation round of the University of Iowa KCRG-TV9 Hawkeye Challenge. led four Bruins in double digits with 21 points. (Uclabruins.com)
Pac-10 Women's Basketball Round-Up: November 14, 2009 Nov 15, 2009
The UCLA women's basketball team opened up its season on Saturday afternoon with a 61-56 loss against Illinois State in a first round game at the University of Iowa KCRG-TV9 Hawkeye Challenge. Kelli Valentine hit 15-foot jumper with 00. (Pac-10.org)
UCLA Drops Season Opener to Illinois State Nov 15, 2009
The UCLA women's basketball team opened up its season on Saturday afternoon with a 61-56 loss against Illinois State in a first round game at the University of Iowa KCRG-TV9 Hawkeye Challenge ... In the first game on Saturday, the host team from the University of Iowa bested Santa Clara by a score of 67-51. (Uclabruins.com)
Why Is Maj. Nidal Hasan Still the "Alleged" Fort Hood Shooter? Nov 14, 2009
Explainer thanks Randall P. Bezanson of the University of Iowa College of Law, Theodore L. Glasser of Stanford University, and Joan Konner and Richard C. Wald of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Become a fan of the Explainer on. (Slate)
Woman injured after her car strikes squad car Nov 14, 2009
Amigon was taken by ambulance to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, where news about her condition was not available this morning. Both cars were towed from the scene. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Northwestern, Illinois Set to Play for First Land of... Nov 14, 2009
Locher, a graduate of the University of Iowa, was thrilled when asked to create the new trophy. "As a graduate of a Big Ten institution, I know how significant and meaningful rivalry trophy games are to each school," he said. (Fightingillini.com)
Hungry for success: Father's handicap, last year's finish motivate Beatty Nov 14, 2009
The better part of Beatty s wrestling career at the University of Iowa has been defined by injuries. From concussions and knee surgeries to a dislocated elbow, the two-time state champion from Wilton High School has endured his share of bad luck. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Yeager signs with Hawkeye volleyball Nov 13, 2009
Published: Thursday, November 12, 2009 12:01 PM CST Brenham High School senior Bethany Yeager became the program s first volleyball player to sign with a Big 10 Conference school Wednesday when she inked a national letter of intent with the University of Iowa Wednesday at the BHS gymnasium. In four seasons as a starter for the Cubette varsity, Yeager had piled up 1,129 kills, 237 aces and a program-best 1,896 digs heading into last week s area-round playoff match, and during Yeager s four... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Winning plan Nov 13, 2009
" Johnson went on to start for four seasons at the University of Iowa and is now a starter for Winnipeg in the Canadian Football League. Despite its success, the 2001 team lost in the first round of the playoffs, and the school endured back-to-back winless seasons in 2002 and 2003. However, in 2004, Matt Morgan was hired as coach and changed the culture almost immediately. "Our big thing was to teach the kids how to block, tackle and get in stances. We slowly worked up from there and had to get... (Erie Times-News, PA)
USAS searches for Spanier's support against sweatshops Nov 13, 2009
Four Big Ten schools have shown their support for the DSP, she said -- the University of Iowa, the University of Indiana, the Ohio State University and the University of Wisconsin. John Fitzgerald, a member of USAS, said the organization has not seen any support from Penn State. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Aerial photographer Robert Cameron dies Nov 13, 2009
After his first year at the University of Iowa, he dropped out and spread his tuition money across six months in Paris. He'd been taking pictures since his father, a dentist, gave him a Brownie at age 8, so upon his return he landed a job as a news photographer at the Des Moines Register. (San Francisco Chronicle)
UCLA Opens Women's Hoops Season at Iowa Tourney Nov 13, 2009
UCLA has played at the University of Iowa once before, an 81-52 Hawkeye win on Nov. 24, 1990. Last season, Iowa advanced to the first round of the NCAA Tournament, finishing with a 21-11 record after tying for second-place in the Big Ten Conference. (Uclabruins.com)
Iowa Inks Four Recruits in Men's Basketball Nov 12, 2009
IOWA CITY, - University of Iowa Mens Basketball Coach announced today that , , Devyn Marble, and have signed National Letters of Intent to attend the University of Iowa. Were excited to have these four young men join our program and the University of Iowa, said Lickliter. (HoosierInsider.com)
School Sports May Spell Trouble for Ankles Nov 12, 2009
"Children are at risk for injury when they take a break from sports training or don't prepare enough for the fall sports season. A rapid return to participation in sports such as football, soccer and long-distance running puts considerable stress on the foot and ankle, significantly predisposing them to injury," Dr. Ned Amendola, professor of orthopedics and rehabilitation at the University of Iowa College of Medicine, said in a statement from the American Orthopaedic Foot Society. Amendola said... (MEDLINEplus)
Williams, Porter added to coaching staff Nov 12, 2009
He played football and baseball at the University of Iowa and has a degree in communications studies. Sherlock, has spent 28 years in professional baseball and is the only member of the 1998 coaching staff still with the team. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Downtown manager to smooth the rough places Nov 12, 2009
D. at the University of Iowa in cultural anthropology. Her coursework is completed, so she spends much of her time working on her dissertation. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Marjorie Winquist Nov 11, 2009
She received a bachelor s from the University of Iowa. She taught in the Waukesha, Wis. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Davenport woman hurt in Saturday night accident (3217) Nov 11, 2009
A passenger, Laura Fahrenkrog-Pullen, 45, of Davenport, was taken by helicopter to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. No charges have been filed and the accident is under investigation by the Sheriff s office and the Iowa State Patrol. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
UCLA Bests Master's College in Basketball Exhibition Nov 11, 2009
UCLA (19-12 a year ago) will open up the regular season on Saturday, Nov. 14 against Illinois State (champions of the Missouri Valley Conference last season) in the first round of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Challenge. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT (12:30 Pacific). (Uclabruins.com)
American Chemical Society, ACS chem education division partner on chem education journal Nov 11, 2009
JCE is edited by Norbert J. Pienta, a professor of chemistry at the University of Iowa, where he conducts research that "treats the teaching and learning of chemistry as an area of study and investigation." He began his academic career in 1980 at the University of Arkansas conducting research in physical organic chemistry and photochemistry, followed by research in chemical education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill beginning in 1989. . (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Middleweight Black Hole: Swift, XMM-Newton Satellites Tune Into X-ray Source Nov 11, 2009
"Astronomers have been studying NGC 5408 X-1 for a long time because it is one of the best candidates for an intermediate-mass black hole," adds Philip Kaaret at the University of Iowa, who has studied the object at radio wavelengths but is unaffiliated with either study. "These new results probe what is happening close to the black hole and add strong evidence that it is unusually massive.". (Science Daily)
Foundation offers special price for Mark Twain book Nov 10, 2009
Type face used is 12 pt Baskerville, composed on a model 31 linotype by University of Iowa student, Bethany Templeton ... Sandy Seabold has overseen the project for the Keokuk Public Library Foundation, and has been advised by the Center for the Book at the University of Iowa. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Bruins Host Master's College Monday Night Nov 10, 2009
UCLA (19-12 last year) will open the 2009-10 season in the University of Iowa Hawkeye Challenge against Illinois State on Saturday, Nov. 14 (Iowa and Santa Clara are also in the tournament). 2009-2010 OUTLOOK Head coach came to UCLA a season ago stressing that her teams would defend and rebound the basketball. (Uclabruins.com)
Chickens come home to roost in backyards around the USA Nov 10, 2009
One concern: University students often leave pets behind, she says, and the city home to the University of Iowa would need to develop facilities to shelter abandoned chickens. Another problem: Small Midwestern farmers are increasingly trying to raise a diversity of organic produce beyond corn, oats and soybeans. (Pensacola News Journal)
Florida company helps Iowa students make it home Nov 9, 2009
A Florida company is offering University of Iowa students another option for getting home ... University of Iowa junior Jenny Schuelke is among the 200 or so who have signed up for the program. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Santa Clara Looks Sharp in Season-Opener Nov 8, 2009
The Broncos bring a 1-0 record into next Saturday's meeting with the University of Iowa at the Hawkeye Challenge. SantaClaraBroncos. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Families Suffer From Problem Gambling Nov 8, 2009
16, 2006) Problem gambling runs in families according to a University of Iowa study published online in the journal Psychiatry Research. The study also found an excess of alcoholism, drug disorders and. (Science Daily)
COACH ON THE COURT -- BHS senior Bethany Yeager has been a cornerstone since her freshman year Nov 7, 2009
Bethany is committed to play at the University of Iowa next season and is planning to officially sign with the Hawkeyes next week. She committed to the school a little less than a year ago after being recruited during her sophomore and junior years. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Horner to be assistant coach at Valley Nov 7, 2009
Saturday November 7, 2009. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Economist: Alaska purchase hasn't paid off for US Nov 7, 2009
University of Iowa photo. Economist David Barker of the University of Iowa ... Wrong, says University of Iowa economist who the investment hasn't been worth it for U.S taxpayers. (Anchorage Daily News)
Kenneth Schmitz\56 Nov 7, 2009
Published: Friday, November 6, 2009 1:34 PM CST Kenneth Schmitz, 56, of Fort Madison, died at 6:01 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at the University of Iowa Hospitals cs in Iowa City. Arrangements are pending at the Schmitz-Lynk Funeral Home tory in West Point. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Flu shots for workers hit sticking point Nov 6, 2009
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, with 6,300 workers, dropped a mandate requiring seasonal and swine flu vaccinations this week after the () won an arbitration ruling ... A voluntary program immunized 86% of University of Iowa health workers last year, spokesman Tom Moore said. (USA Today)
Depression May Blur Memory of Aches and Pains Nov 5, 2009
"People who felt depressed made the most errors when asked to remember their physical symptoms," psychologist Jerry Suls, a professor and collegiate fellow at the University of Iowa said in a university news release ... SOURCE: University of Iowa, news release, Oct. 28, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Brian Price Named Bednarik Award Semifinalist Nov 5, 2009
Semifinalists for the 15th Chuck Bednarik Award Angerer, Pat, University of Iowa, LB, SR Berry, Eric, University of Tennessee, DB, JR Bowman, Navorro, Penn State University, LB, JR Cody, Terrence, University of Alabama, DL, SR Curran, Rennie, University of Georgia, LB, JR Hughes, Jerry, Texas Christian University, DL, SR Jones, Greg, Michigan State University, LB, JR Mays, Taylor, University of Southern California, DB, SR McClain, Rolando, University of Alabama, LB, JR McCoy, Gerald, University... (Uclabruins.com)
Brenham cruises to 19th consecutive victory, faces Beaumont Ozen next Nov 5, 2009
Bethany Yeager, who has committed to the University of Iowa for next season, led Brenham with 15 digs while chipping in three kills. She is expected to be a defensive specialist for the Hawkeyes next fall. (Brenham Banner, TX)
When Is It Legal To Frame A Man For Murder? Nov 5, 2009
"Usually when there's a case of fabricating evidence, it's done by the police officers because they're the ones investigating the crime. Like with Mark Furman allegedly planting a bloody glove on OJ Simpson's property," explains Todd Pettys, a law professor at University of Iowa. Police officers don't have absolute immunity and can be sued when their actions are egregious enough. (Time.com)
THOMAS "TOM" DORAN Nov 5, 2009
Tom graduated from Beaver High School in 1943 and received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Iowa where he also briefly attended medical school before returning to the family farm operation. He was united in marriage to Patricia Shafer of Boone June 16, 1954. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Schools use public relations blitz to bolster BCS hopes Nov 4, 2009
"It seems popular for national pundits to criticize the University of Iowa football team these days," it read. "Many have said Iowa doesn't belong on the same board with Florida, Texas, Alabama, Cincinnati, , Oregon or . Iowa's schedule has been rated the seventh toughest in the nation.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Santa Clara Wins Exhibition-Opener 78-59 Nov 4, 2009
The Broncos are preparing for the team's official season-opener Saturday, November 14 at the University of Iowa in the Hawkeye Challenge. SantaClaraBroncos. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
James Kissane: Richt is classy coach Nov 4, 2009
But I recently watched the underrated University of Iowa, with a 9-0 record, come from behind again to win a wild and breathtaking game while its unheralded coach, Kirk Ferentz, remained almost impassive, even though Iowa's quarterback threw five interceptions. But Ferentz kept that quarterback in the game and kept him throwing passes. (Athens Banner-Herald)
ARMED AND DANGEROUS -- Seventh-ranked Brenham volleyball enters postseason with plenty of big-game experience Nov 4, 2009
Bethany Yeager, who is committed to the University of Iowa, anchors the defense while providing Brenham s primary floor leadership. Setters Schwartz and junior Molly Duge distribute the ball to a plethora of hitters that include Young and Albus in the middle and Bethany Yeager, Brooks, junior Jacy Lee and freshman Kelsey Weynand on the outside. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Memory lane a mortifying stroll Nov 3, 2009
Robin Hemley, director of the nonfiction writing program at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, actually went back to re-do 10 childhood humiliations that had stuck in his craw over the years reappearing in a school play in an effort to exorcise his memory of a flubbed line in a first-grade, finally screwing up the courage to ask his high school crush to the prom. We turn over these memories, we worry them, and they become larger than they should be, says Hemley, who documented his... (MSNBC -- Health)
Women's Basketball Exhibition Moved to Leavey C... Nov 3, 2009
Santa Clara is preparing for the program's official 2009-10 season-opener at the University of Iowa, Saturday, November 14 at the Hawkeye Challenge. The Broncos and second-year head coach have welcomed seven true freshmen to the Mission Campus - in fact, 12 of the team's 16 players are underclassmen. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Sleep Apnea Therapy Improves Golf Game Nov 3, 2009
But Dr. Mark Dyken of the University of Iowa said those little nudges could backfire. Dyken remembered a particularly angry patient who was referred to him for a second opinion after trying the CPAP treatment. (ABC News)
Miller will still be involved in Special Olympics after retirement Nov 3, 2009
After graduating from the University of Iowa (Go Hawks. my first job was as a therapeutic recreation specialist at the former Dixon Development Center in Dixon, Ill. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Business Schools Try New Asia Strategies Nov 3, 2009
The University of Iowa, which has offered an EMBA program in Hong Kong since 2001, last year suspended a similar program in Beijing, says Tony Hui, program director of the Hong Kong office. Iowa had teamed up with the Chinese Agricultural University, with the goal of building a program aimed at "developing world-class Chinese business leaders in the food and agribusiness sectors," according to the Iowa Web site's description of the program. (BusinessWeek)
Eighth graders gear up for post high school education Nov 3, 2009
Im not saying all l70 Keokuk Middle School eighth graders will go to the University of Iowa. But we can help them explore other options. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Dubuque native seeks tailgate masters Nov 2, 2009
Every time Craig Remsburg would tailgate at a University of Iowa football game, he donned the same kilt ... Remsburg had wanted to feature tailgaters at the University of Iowa, but his host got sick on game day so the piece was reluctantly canceled. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
