Campus & Community

Rock band performing at the Gallagher

Gallagher Bluedorn is ready to celebrate its 25th anniversary season

This fall, the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center marks 25 years of bringing world-class performances and community together.
1990 marathon course finishers

UNI to honor professor’s legacy with Marathon Class Fun Run, Nov. 1

The University of Northern Iowa will honor the life and legacy of beloved psychology professor David A. Whitsett with the Marathon Class Fun Run on Saturday, Nov. 1.
TK doing the Interlude with UNI students

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.
150 years established 1876

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.
Jacey Ordal on UNI campus

“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!
Student works with professor on computer.

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.
Student shares her experience in Timeless Journeys with an original song.

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.
Student holding a "My first day as a Panther" sign

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.