STEM

Engineering student works in a classroom with a professor

UNI to launch Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology

UNI is proud to announce its new academic program, the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, set to debut in the fall of 2024.
Engineering students at the University of Northern Iowa

WATCH: Your engineering degree awaits at the University of Northern Iowa

Pursuing an engineering degree at the University of Northern Iowa is the perfect choice if you're someone who has a knack for uncovering how things work.
Chemistry students in a cave

Taking field science underground

There’s a common misconception that science is a solitary act, one that only happens sitting inside of a lab. But Josh Sebree, associate professor of astrochemistry and astrobiology at UNI, is on a mission to show his students that that couldn’t be further from the truth.
UNI robotics team

UNI Applied Engineering & Technical Management students earn 3rd place at national robotics competition

The student-led UNI Technology Club – housed in the UNI Department of Applied Engineering & Technical Management – earned third place at the national ATMAE (Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering) 2023 Student Division Robotics Competition held in Atlanta, Georgia, in October.
Solar panels

Preparing tomorrow’s workforce in energy efficiency

A group of UNI professors have produced a curriculum that teaches middle and high school students about electrical energy. 
UNI Chemistry Biochemistry Halloween House

UNI to host Halloween House for children and families

UNI's American Chemical Society (ACS) student chapter, in collaboration with students from across campus, will host their annual Halloween House.
Kate Mostek holding a firework in a store

Fireworks obsession sparks chemistry passion for UNI student

When the average person looks at a fireworks display, they probably aren’t thinking of the chemistry concepts behind the fiery spectacle. But that’s exactly what UNI senior chemistry major Kate Mostek does. Since her parents run a fireworks business, she has extensive knowledge of what it takes to put on an impressive show.
Tanzeel Rehman presenting “IoT in the Air: Thread-Enabled Flying IoT Network for Indoor Environments"

Indoor drone research takes flight for UNI student

For Tanzeel Ur Rehman, his year-long undergraduate research project involved flying small drones the size of half of the palm of someone’s hand