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Student writing down accounting problem

UNI announces expansion of its top-ranked accounting program with hybrid delivery option in Des Moines

The University of Northern Iowa (UNI) is expanding its Bachelor of Arts in Accounting program to include a hybrid – online and in-person delivery – option for students in the Greater Des Moines metropolitan area. The hybrid delivery model will offer the convenience of online business-core and elective courses with in-person evening accounting courses on the DMACC Urban campus.
Photography exhibit by Shannon Taggart to open next month at UNI art gallery

Photography exhibit by Shannon Taggart to open next month at UNI art gallery

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - The University of Northern Iowa Gallery of Art will present an exhibition titled "Séance: Photographs by Shannon Taggart,” f
UNI staff members pack and organize donations for Northeast Iowa Food Bank

UNI staff members pack and organize donations for Northeast Iowa Food Bank

Building on the University of Northern Iowa’s dedication to serving the Cedar Valley and northeast Iowa, members of UNI’s University Relations team rolled up their sleeves to volunteer at the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.
Olivia Chambers swimming

Student-athlete Olivia Chambers becomes UNI’s first para-swimming national champion

University of Northern Iowa swimmer Olivia Chambers became UNI’s first-ever para-swimming national champion over the weekend.
Former UNI Football Player, Wife Donate $1 Million to UNI-Dome Renovation

Former UNI football player, wife donate $1 million to UNI-Dome renovation

A member of the powerhouse early-1990s Panther football team has pledged a seven-figure gift to renew the UNI-Dome for the next generation. 
Nearly 800 students graduating Saturday from the University of Northern Iowa
UNI hosts Waterloo eighth graders for LifeLab program

UNI hosts Waterloo eighth graders for LifeLab program

The number of students at UNI grew when hundreds of eighth graders from Waterloo’s Bunger and Hoover middle schools visited campus.
Iowa High School Athletic Association pledges support for UNI-Dome renovation

Iowa High School Athletic Association pledges support for UNI-Dome renovation

In honor of the partnership between the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and the University of Northern Iowa to host th