Campus & Community

Pack the Dome

Registration now open for 2026 Pack the Dome, kicking off “Spring Into Service”

Registration is now open for the University of Northern Iowa’s annual Pack the Dome event, held on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
UNI volleyball players celebrate win

UNI volleyball heads to NCAA tournament for 27th time

UNI volleyball will match up with the Utah Utes in the opening round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament, as announced during the release of the bracket on Sunday afternoon on ESPN.
UNI grad student reading book to her young students in the classroom

UNI makes a grad degree more accessible than ever

From application to graduation, you will find the support you need to accomplish your continuing your education goals and completing your master's degree.
Steve Carignan

Steve Carignan to retire from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center after 26 years

After more than 26 years of leadership at the University of Northern Iowa’s Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Steve Carignan will retire from the role of executive director in January 2026. 
Kathryn Gilbery, Patrick Luensmann and Shelly Christensen with 20 Under 40

Three UNI employees honored in Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier’s “20 Under 40”

Since UNI makes such a major impact on the Cedar Valley, it is only fitting for its employees to be among those recognized in the Courier’s annual “20 Under 40” list, which celebrates outstanding young leaders in the local community. This year, three University of Northern Iowa employees from across campus are being honored:
Wally the Alligator being moved to his new home.

UNI's Wally the Alligator moves into a new home in McCollum Science Hall

The University of Northern Iowa's Wally the Alligator, located in McCollum Science Hall, recently settled into a brand-new home after UNI's biology department received funding through its UNI Sesquicentennial celebration.
Sesquicentennial Bell underneath UNI Campanile

UNI Foundation raises $29.28 million in FY25, advancing access, excellence and opportunity

The University of Northern Iowa Foundation raised $29.28 million in support of the university during the 2024–25 fiscal year, as alumni and friends continued to invest in the success of UNI students and the future of the institution.
Iowa Lt. Gov. Cournoyer touring AEB

Iowa Lt. Gov. Cournoyer visits UNI facilities to highlight innovation and workforce development

Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer visited the University of Northern Iowa and UNI’s TechWorks Campus as part of a tour focused on workforce development, advanced manufacturing and regional economic growth.