Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has proclaimed Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, as University of Northern Iowa Sesquicentennial Day in recognition of the university’s 150th anniversary.
Four authors and contributors of the 2026 landmark study linking environmental risk factors to Iowa’s cancer crisis will speak on a panel at the University of Northern Iowa
What does it take to pass all four sections of the CPA exam before starting your career? For UNI accounting graduates Elise Andersen ’25 and Kailey Koopmann ’25, the answer was preparation, persistence and faculty support — all part of a program ranked No. 1 in the nation for CPA exam success.
UNI will formally recognize the sesquicentennial milestone later this month, with a day of celebrations honoring the university’s 150-year history and its tradition of public service.
For the Schmidt Brothers, performing at this year’s UNI Homecoming Bash isn’t just another stop on their busiest touring schedule yet — it’s a return to the campus all three brothers once called home.
The investment will add a 3D sand printer and an induction furnace, helping to enhance foundry operations while strengthening UNI’s ability to support applied research, hands-on, real-world student learning and partnerships with Iowa manufacturers.
The 150-year history of the University of Northern Iowa is featured in the September/October 2026 issue of Iowa History Journal, thanks to an article submitted by Assistant Professor of History Kevin Mason. You can read an excerpt of the story here on Inside UNI!
