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People in purple for UNI Homecoming Parade

UNI announces 2026 Homecoming theme “The Future is Purple”

Panthers near and far will gather in Cedar Falls this October to celebrate “The Future is Purple” for the University of Northern Iowa Homecoming.
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.
Gallagher Bluedorn Block Party

Dates announced for free Gallagher Bluedorn Block Party series

The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center has announced the 2026 schedule for its free summer Block Party series, with the University of Northern Iowa Sesquicentennial Celebration as the platinum sponsor of the series.
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.
Anne Lefter

Anne Lefter named executive director of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

The University of Northern Iowa is pleased to welcome Anne Lefter as the new executive director of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
Student teacher working with student

UNI study highlights $11+ million in financial benefit from student teaching in Iowa’s rural communities

A University of Northern Iowa study quantifies the significant financial benefit of student teachers placed in classrooms across rural communities throughout the state.
Students celebrating Live Purple Give Gold

UNI community celebrates record day of giving during milestone year

The University of Northern Iowa marked a record-setting day of giving as 2,174 donors came together for Live Purple Give Gold, surpassing the goal of 1,876 donors set in honor of the university’s founding year and sesquicentennial celebration.
Sue Follon Award winners

UNI honors recipients of 2026 Student Leadership Awards

The University of Northern Iowa honored student accomplishments and service at its annual Student Leadership Awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 14.