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UNI will “Spring Into Service” as part of sesquicentennial celebration

Spanning throughout the spring semester, “Spring into Service: Cats Who Care” will unite UNI students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends to give back to the communities that have supported the institution for generations.

UNI teaching alums recognized with 2025 Yager Exemplary Teaching Award

Matthew McLellan and Emily Borcherding have earned recognition for their service to the education field when they recently received the UNI Dr. Robert E. and Phyllis M. Yager Exemplary Teaching Recognition Award.

UNI Department of Biology receives $412,000 Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust Award to expand anatomy and physiology labs

The UNI Department of Biology has received a $412,905 grant from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust to enhance, modernize and expand its Anatomy and Physiology I and II laboratories.

UNI announces bold new ‘Degree in 3’ path to elementary teaching degree

A new pathway to teaching elementary education at the University of Northern Iowa allows students to complete their Bachelor of Arts degree in three years, saving them time and money while allowing them to begin their careers one year sooner, on a faster path to their first teaching salary. 

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.

‘Democracy in Education’ takes spotlight at 2025 Tubbs Teaching Connections

The University of Northern Iowa College of Education will explore how schools can strengthen civic literacy, civil discourse and student agency during the 2025 Bill and Linda Tubbs Teaching Connections. 

UNI leads $5 million NSF-funded project to elevate STEM teaching in rural schools

The University of Northern Iowa has been awarded nearly $5 million from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a new initiative aimed at strengthening STEM education in rural elementary schools.

UNI to host 2025 “Halloween House” for children and their families

Enjoy a spooky good time at the annual Halloween House, with science made fun by UNI students who are studying the sciences.