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Prof. Eshbaugh speaking at seminar in front of a room of people. "What you don't know about Dementia" displayed on screen behind her.

UNI expands dementia outreach and education

A new space in Bartlett Hall expands UNI’s work supporting people living with dementia, caregivers, families and the professionals who serve them.
Nursing student Addison Miller working in the simulation labs.

A step ahead: UNI’s first nursing students enter final year with extensive clinical experience

Students in the first-ever cohort of the University of Northern Iowa’s nursing program are entering their final year with strengthened clinical skills and a strong path to their future as registered nurses.
UNI student Max Mullis is pictured resting after donating stem cells to leukemia patient.

UNI athletic training student becomes life-saving donor for leukemia patient

UNI Master of Athletic Training student Max Mullis traveled to Chicago to donate stem cells to a 73-year-old leukemia patient.
Nursing students working with labor and delivery simulator

UNI celebrates completed nursing facility for BSN programs

The University of Northern Iowa is celebrating its newly completed nursing facility, giving students access to advanced, hands-on training designed to mirror real-world clinical environments.
Nursing students using anatomage table

Accelerated BSN at University of Northern Iowa now enrolling for fall launch

The University of Northern Iowa is now enrolling students for its new Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, set to launch in August 2026.
School counseling student

Passionate about mental health? Here are some top career options!

From a therapist to a psychiatric nurse, here are a few top mental health careers that will allow you to help others in a meaningful way.
Nursing students in purple scrubs studying textbook

What is ABSN? Your guide to accelerated nursing education

Here’s what you should know if you’re looking at accelerated BSN programs and trying to figure out what works best for you!
Speech-language pathology student working with young client

UNI Speech-Language Pathology graduate program ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools

The University of Northern Iowa has been recognized in the 2026 edition of U.S News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools, with its Master of Arts program in Speech-Language Pathology earning a place among the nation’s top programs.