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UNI-CUE expands to provide more opportunities for lifelong learning

Students in Cedar Rapids can now enjoy the specialness of the UNI Center for Urban Education thanks to a recent expansion into the school district. 
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UNI financial literacy program prepares Iowa high schoolers with 21st century skills

The University of Northern Iowa is expanding its financial literacy outreach to Iowa high school students and teachers, thanks to the support of several Iowa credit unions and financial institutions, including the Iowa Credit Union Foundation and Transamerica.
Kelsey Wren

New assistantship connects Student Government, campus, and the Graduate College

Kelsey Wren stands before a group of student senators arranged in a horseshoe shape, providing updates about graduate programs to the Northern Iowa Student Government.What differentiates her from other students in the room is that she is not an elected undergraduate student government representative, but a graduate student. Wren, a social work master’s candidate specializing in trauma informed care, has taken on the position of the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) Director of Graduate Life.
Friends of the Gallagher Bluedorn

Friends of the Gallagher Bluedorn announces $1.5 million gift to renovation and expansion

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – The Gallagher Bluedorn at University of Northern Iowa has received a $1 million gift from the Friends of the Gallagher Bluedorn to put toward the theater’s $14.9 million expansion project. 
UNI Impact Reception invite May 11, 3:30-5 p.m.Rod Library ScholarSpace

UNI Impact Reception

The Office of the Provost, Research and Sponsored Programs, and Rod Library invite you to join the campus community to a reception in honor of the launch of UNI Impact: Faculty/Staff Scholarly Publications & Featured Awards Newsletter. Join us for light refreshments and to celebrate scholarly accomplishments and the close of the academic year on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. (Brief remarks at 4:00 p.m.)  at the ScholarSpace in Rod Library.
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The first in her family to go to college, Heather Harbach is UNI's new VP for Student Life

As the first in her family to earn a college degree, Heather Harbach – the new vice president for student life – understands some of the obstacles students can face when embarking on their academic journey.
Alexis Moller

Future educator tops off legacy at UNI with Lux Service Award

Alexis Moller is a graduating senior who's confident of the legacy of passion and kindness she's left at UNI. And it's culminated with a Lux Service Award.