May 21, 2023
Mandy Harvey headlines 2023 SPECTRUM JAMFESTSinger-songwriter was the headliner for this year's Spectrum JamFest held at the River Place Plaza, May 20, 2023. In addition to performing a full set of her music, she also accompanied other groups with her singing. Spectrum Project's Blue Group performed their Plant Rap to an estimated 500 in attendance. Over 36 school bands performed at the 2023 Spectrum JamFest.
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March 1, 2019
Spectrum Project highlighted at Iowa of Regents Meeting
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.UNI President Mark Nook gave a presentation to the Iowa Board of Regents about the impact UNI has on it’s community and Iowa. Among the many great programs UNI has, President Nook also highlighted the Spectrum Project.
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From Growing the Purple Circle posted March 1, 2019 at uni.edu
“We’re very interested in growing the purple circle,” Nook said. “That means reaching out to the community and growing the region around the university.”
One of the programs accomplishing that goal is the Spectrum Project, which aims to nurture an interest in the fine and performing arts among children of differing disabilities by combining music, movement, drama and art.
Each child participating in the project creates a unique performance, with the assistance of UNI students, and then performs it on the stage of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Last year, the project engaged 65 participants ranging from 5 to 19 years old in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Hudson, Jesup, and Cedar Rapids.
Margo Kreger, whose son Joshua was a Spectrum performer, said the program helped her son find his voice and embrace his uniqueness.
“Before Spectrum Project, Joshua did not have the opportunities to engage with other kids because of his communication deficits,” Kreger said. “Through Spectrum Project, Joshua has the confidence to initiate conversations and now participates in extracurricular activities. Yesterday, he was invited for the first time to a birthday party."
“We’re very interested in growing the purple circle,” Nook said. “That means reaching out to the community and growing the region around the university.”
One of the programs accomplishing that goal is the Spectrum Project, which aims to nurture an interest in the fine and performing arts among children of differing disabilities by combining music, movement, drama and art.
Each child participating in the project creates a unique performance, with the assistance of UNI students, and then performs it on the stage of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Last year, the project engaged 65 participants ranging from 5 to 19 years old in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Hudson, Jesup, and Cedar Rapids.
Margo Kreger, whose son Joshua was a Spectrum performer, said the program helped her son find his voice and embrace his uniqueness.
“Before Spectrum Project, Joshua did not have the opportunities to engage with other kids because of his communication deficits,” Kreger said. “Through Spectrum Project, Joshua has the confidence to initiate conversations and now participates in extracurricular activities. Yesterday, he was invited for the first time to a birthday party."
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November 28, 2018
Spectrum Project highlighted in Mag Pie Magazine
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Spectrum Project coordinator Kevin Droe was interviewed by Emily Stowe for the Fall 2018 issue of Mag Pie magazine. He got to do one of his favorite things in the world to do: talk a LOT about Spectrum Project! Emily Stowe did a really good interview. Check it out!
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March 29, 2017
Interviews at Noon on KWWL
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Here's a really nice interview by KWWL's Ally Crutcher to help promote the show. Thank you Ally!
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March 26, 2017
Spectrum of EnthusiasmThe UNI Spectrum Project was featured in the The Courier. Check out the wonderful article written by Melody Parker.
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January 24, 2017
Spectrum Sings!For those interested in singing lessons for your child in Spectrum Project (or even those who are not), Aja Baskerville is offering Spectrum Sings! Click here for more information
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Aja Baskerville
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June 28, 2016
SPECTRUM PROJECT BUDDIES RECEIVE IOWA GOVERNORS VOLUNTEER AWARD
L-R Gov. Terry Branstad, Beth Kosmicki, Chelsea Pleggenkule, Megan Newland, Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds.
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CONGRATULATIONS to the Spectrum Buddies for receiving the 2016 Iowa Governors Volunteer Award. This award is presented annually to organizations and individuals for their commitment and service.
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