Announcements

Retiring Before 65? Here’s How to Stay Covered Until Medicare

If you’re retiring or leaving work before Medicare eligibility, your health coverage choices matter more than ever. Learn how to compare ACA plans on healthcare.gov, evaluate COBRA and understand short-term, sharing, and group plan options in a clear, one-hour presentation by a health insurance specialist from Veridian. This presentation will take place on Friday, September 11 at 10 a.m., in Gilchrist 009. Advance registration required.

Retiring Before 65? Here’s How to Stay Covered Until Medicare

If you’re retiring or leaving work before Medicare eligibility, your health coverage choices matter more than ever. Learn how to compare ACA plans on healthcare.gov, evaluate COBRA, and understand short-term, sharing, and group plan options in a clear, one-hour presentation by a health insurance specialist from Veridian. This presentation will take place on Friday, September 11 at 10 a.m., in Gilchrist 009. Advance registration required.

Medicare 101: What You Need to Know Before You Enroll

Confused by Medicare parts, deadlines and coverage options? You’re not alone. This session cuts through the confusion and gives you the clear, practical Medicare basics you need before enrolling. Hear directly from a health insurance specialist on Tuesday, September 1, 10–11 a.m., in Gilchrist 009. Spots are limited, register today.

UNI Graduate & Professional School Fair

Thinking about graduate school? Visit the UNI Graduate & Professional School Fair on Wednesday, September 30, from 10-1 p.m. in the Maucker Union. Meet program representatives, ask questions and explore your future. All are welcome!

Campus-Wide UNI Career Fair

Join the Fall UNI Career Fair on Wednesday, September 23, from 11-3 p.m. in the McLeod Center. Explore internships, full-time jobs and networking across three career fair sections. All students are encouraged to attend!

OCRC Open Houses, July & August

OCRC is hosting Open Houses in Gilchrist 117, during the months of July and August, and we'd love for you to stop by. Come meet our team and learn about the resources and support we provide. No presentations. No quizzes. No mandatory training modules. Just good conversation, helpful information, treats and T-shirts.

Open House dates are Thursday, July 30 from 2 p.m.-.4 p.m; Thursday, August 13 from 2 p.m.-.4 p.m; Tuesday, August 25 from noon - 2 p.m.; and Wednesday, August 26 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 

RAGBRAI College Day is July 21

The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa takes place each year during the last full week of July. Cyclists participating in this year’s ride can show off their Panther Pride by wearing UNI gear on College Jersey Day, set for Tuesday, July 21. This year’s route passes through the Cedar Valley later in the week, traveling just south of the Cedar Falls and Waterloo area before concluding in Dubuque.

Save the Date: 2026 University Address on Thursday, August 20

All are welcome to attend the fall 2026 University Address, where President Mark Nook will provide updates on campus and strategic initiatives. 

This year's University Address will be held on Thursday, August 20 in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center at 9:00 a.m..  For those who cannot attend in person, a livestream of the event will also be available on the UNI YouTube and social media channels.