Become a host family for the International Family Friendship Program and connect with international students in the Cedar Valley. It’s a meaningful, flexible way to build cross-cultural friendships that last a lifetime. Students do not live with host families—they simply visit to enjoy meals, conversation and family activities. For more information contact https://bit.ly/host-family-signup .
UNI Housing & Dining is looking for campus and community partners to be a part of this year's Move-InCrew. Move-InCrew consists of volunteers who assist with moving our new, incoming students into their dorm rooms. Move-In Crew volunteering occurs on Wednesday, August 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Volunteer shifts are available in two-hour time frames, on both the North and South sides of campus. For more information contact Jordan Rockwell or to sign up visit the link JOIN MOVE-IN CREW .
Are you interested in meeting people from around the world while helping students practice English and learn about U.S. culture? Join the Conversation Partner Program and connect with international students in meaningful ways. Learn more by following this link or contact ciep-doantalm@uni.edu for more information.
The Human Resource Services June newsletter is now available. View upcoming sessions, tips on using your UNI benefits, informational articles and employees retiring this month.
Campus-wide annual fire alarm testing will be taking place now through Friday, June 13. Most of the testing should not disrupt building activities. The technicians will check in with staff prior to any testing. Contact Facilities Management at 273-4400 with questions or concerns.
An overview of your benefits package is not just for new hires. Join us as a member of the HRS benefits team reviews all of the benefits available to you as a benefits eligible employee. This session will take place on Tuesday, July 1, at 9 a.m., in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance.
Our guest is Paul Hanstedt, and his topic is Becoming Wicked Instructors: Developing Effective Instruction in Catastrophic Times. After Dr. Hanstedt’s plenary session we will provide lunch and offer concurrent sessions led by colleagues from across campus. To register and to see more details, visit https://cetl.uni.edu/.
Kristina Kofoot, Assistant Director for Community Engagement, is the 2025 Beverly Funk Barnes Staff Excellence Award recipient! This prestigious award honors staff who continually create new value for those they work with through their dedication, passion and creativity—all for the benefit of the UNI. Join us in congratulating Kristina on this well-deserved recognition!
