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Making a mascot: 15 years of TK at UNI

UNI's mascot TK is celebrating her 15th birthday! She has a special story. Let's take a walk down memory lane and discover how she was created.

Second round of sesquicentennial project grants announced

The UNI Sesquicentennial Committee offered the opportunity for a second and final round of funding for public programming/research/class projects that integrate one or more of the Guiding Principles of the UNI 150th Anniversary Celebration.

‘Democracy in Education’ takes spotlight at 2025 Tubbs Teaching Connections

The University of Northern Iowa College of Education will explore how schools can strengthen civic literacy, civil discourse and student agency during the 2025 Bill and Linda Tubbs Teaching Connections. 

“Majors in Minutes” senior helps exploratory students find their passion

Majors in Minutes gives exploratory students at UNI the opportunity to learn about possible majors before they commit. It's coming up, Oct. 28!

UNI leads $5 million NSF-funded project to elevate STEM teaching in rural schools

The University of Northern Iowa has been awarded nearly $5 million from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a new initiative aimed at strengthening STEM education in rural elementary schools.

Where people matter: Why employees choose the University of Northern Iowa

With around 1,600 employees, UNI offers the scale to support diverse careers while fostering a culture of familiarity and responsiveness.

Timeless Journeys: How UNI students used historic photos to connect with dementia patients

Theatre students at UNI joined forces with the gerontology department to create meaningful connections with community members living with dementia.

UNI offers Free Application Week Oct. 19-24

The University of Northern Iowa doesn’t want an application fee to stand between you and your future. That’s why UNI is offering Free Application Week Oct. 19-24, 2025 to high school and transfer students.