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Dr. Monica Wild, the head of the physical department for women from 1931 until her sudden death in 1947, formed the dance group Orchesis in 1925. It's first public appearance was in 1926 when they participated in the 50th anniversary of UNI.

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Welcome to Rod Library in the 2000s #Throwback

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Need a fun summer activity? Try a bike ride 🚲☀️ Borrow a bike from Rod Library and explore!

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The first greenhouse on the Iowa State Normal School campus was built and soon became home to more than plants, including “Allie the Alligator,” who reached six feet. A new greenhouse opened later and became today’s Biology Botanical Center. Learn more: https://t.co/hUTCQG14yE

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Campbell Hall was built to help house the growing number of women students after World War II and officially opened in 1952, named for Dean of Women Sadie B. Campbell. Learn more: https://t.co/jsd8DpmNdV

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Summer reads deserve summer snacks. What’s your go‑to pairing?

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Not just studying—creating, building, and innovating at Rod Library. The makerspace doesn’t take a break! Come build, design, and create with us this summer 🛠️

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Happy National Heat Awareness Day! 🌞

Step into Rod’s cool air conditioning, grab some water, and take a break from the outdoors.

Stay safe out there! 🔥

#UNI #NorthernIowa #PantherPride #UniversityOfNorthernIowa #Heat

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James Cleland Gilchrist was UNI’s first chief administrator, serving as principal of the Iowa State Normal School beginning in 1877. Two campus buildings were named in his honor, including today’s Gilchrist Hall, dedicated in 1975. For more, visit: https://t.co/D3rbQgKetX

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Happy World Dracula Day! 🧛

The library has all sorts of Dracula books including a copy of Bram Stoker's classic novel "Dracula" which was originally published in 1897. Celebrate by checking out a Dracula book today! 🦇

#UNI #NorthernIowa #CedarFalls #UniversityOfNorthernIowa

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Are you taking classes this summer? Check these brochures from the past announcing the summer session classes. To see more photos, visit: https://t.co/D3rbQgKetX

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Happy Memorial Day! 🎆

Take this day to remember and honor those who lost their life's protecting our nation.

Memorial Weekend Hours:

Friday 22nd - 7am-5pm
Saturday 23rd - Closed
Sunday 24th - Closed
Monday 25th - Closed

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Wherever summer takes you whether it's home, work, road trips, or nowhere at all, carve out a little corner to read and recharge.

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Deal yourself in 🃏📚

Celebrate National Solitaire Day by checking out a deck of cards at the library!

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What a plant! A woman (maybe Rosemary Johnston) and man stand on chairs next to the giant flycatcher plant in the Greenhouse, circa 1939. To see more photos, visit https://t.co/r2wd7YdAP6

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Happy Rescue Dog Day 🐾❤️
A special thank you to Linda McLaury for sharing photos of her rescue dogs with us!

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What A Year! More than $744K in textbook savings at UNI in 2025, which adds to over $3.6 million UNI student textbook dollars saved over the last 10 years. Thanks to all that continue to support these efforts! 😁

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Finals: conquered. Semester: completed. Growth: unlocked. Be proud of the effort you poured into every step!

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The Honors Cottage, built in 1890, is the oldest standing building on the University of Northern Iowa campus. Originally the home of President Seerley, it later served as a campus hospital, cultural center, and home to the UNI Honors Program. Learn more:https://t.co/9UW7awQ4UH

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Last week the AGWSR 2nd graders visited the library. Katie Nedwick from the TEACH studio read "Once Upon a Slime", and afterwards we got to make slime!

Thank you AGWSR for stopping by. 😁