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Free Graduate Application Week

University of Northern Iowa offers Free Graduate Application Week

Use code GRD24 from December 3-10, 2023 on the UNI admissions website.
Bob Bowlsby shaking hands

UNI names former Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby as Interim Athletic Director

Retired Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby has agreed to serve as Interim Athletic Director for the University of Northern Iowa. 
David Harris

Panthers seek new leader for UNI Athletics as David Harris departs for Tulane

UNI President Mark Nook confirmed on Tuesday that Director of Athletics David Harris has accepted the same role at Tulane University in New Orleans.
We made the list! 2023 Best for Vets

University of Northern Iowa recognized as Best for Vets college

The Military Times named the University of Northern Iowa to its 2023 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. 
2023 Yager Award winenrs with UNI leadership

Two Iowa teachers recognized with UNI’s Yager Exemplary Teaching Award

Two Iowa teachers earned recognition for their service to the field with recent awards from the University of Northern Iowa.
Student wearing blood pressure cuff

UNI welcomes future health and helping professionals at Health and Human Sciences Visit Day

The University of Northern Iowa is offering a new opportunity for students interested in a career in health and helping.
UDEA Award of Excellence recipients

UNI John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center’s economic development collaboration receives UDEA Award of Excellence

The University Economic Development Association (UDEA) recognized UNI for its Iowa CORE Black Capital Studies + Projects, receiving an Award of Excellence.
System of Support Conference

UNI’s System of Support Conference focuses on accessing and achieving equity through health and well-being

The UNI College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, Educational Opportunity Center and Center for Urban Education welcome the community to participate in the 2023 System of Support Conference.