Campus & Community

Why new and returning UNI students love to be Panthers

UNI students each have a unique story about why they came to UNI and how the university has helped shape who they are today.

UNI’s enrollment tops 9,000 students, incoming freshman students up 8%

The University of Northern Iowa’s total fall enrollment for 2023 is 9,021 students, marking the institution’s biggest year-to-year increase in over a decade. 

Visiting students from Japan get an immersive UNI experience

For four weeks, the University of Northern Iowa is hosting a group of 10 students from the University of Yamanashi, Japan.

Applied Engineering Building update: Q&A with Lisa Riedle and Ben Griffen

Just over one year since the project broke ground, Lisa A. Riedle, head of the Department of Applied Engineering and Technical Management, and Ben Griffen, project manager for the Applied Engineering Building, discuss the progress on the renovation and expansion of the former Industrial Technology Center facility. 

‘Family Ties’: Third-generation owner of Elder Corporation makes gift to Applied Engineering Building

J Elder has made a generous gift to the renovation and modernization of the Applied Engineering Building. In honor of the company’s support, the large Construction Site Simulation Lab will bear the Elder Corporation name.

UNI director of University Relations featured on The Iowa Podcast

University of Northern Iowa Director of University Relations Pete Moris joined host Justin Brady on the Iowa Podcast. 

Bringing back Panther Mayhem to UNI Athletics

Panther Mayhem, the official student section for UNI Athletics events, may have dwindled during the COVID-19 pandemic, but a group of students is determined to bring it back.

Panthers on Parade coming to Cedar Falls and the Cedar Valley

The Cedar Falls Tourism & Visitors Bureau is bringing Panthers on Parade, a community pride project featuring the UNI’s TC mascot, to the Cedar Valley.