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The University of Northern Iowa celebrates 150 years

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

The Iowa State Normal School held its first classes on Sept. 6, 1876. This year, the University of Northern Iowa is celebrating 150 years of educating students. We learn about UNI's early history and then talk with organizers of various celebrations connecting with alumni, performing acts of service and special concerts.

Guests:

  • Tessa Wakefield, University archivist and special collections coordinator, University of Northern Iowa
  • Jess Cruz, exhibits coordinator and distinctive collections educator, University of Northern Iowa
  • Melinda Heinz, assistant professor of Gerontology, University of Northern Iowa
  • Julianne Gassman, McElroy Professor and director of community engagement, University of Northern Iowa
  • Mike Conrad, associate professor of jazz studies and music education, director of jazz band two, University of Northern Iowa
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
Samantha McIntosh is an award-winning talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Katherine Perkins is IPR's Executive Producer of Talk Shows and Program Director for News & Talk. Since 2014, Perkins has managed the broadcast schedule and sound of the news and information service of Iowa Public Radio, as well as has directed the long-term planning and oversight for IPR's talk shows, Talk of Iowa and River to River. Perkins has a master's degree from Sangamon State University (now the University of Illinois – Springfield).