UNI 150 Stories & News

150 years - established 1876

“Tradition Meets Tomorrow” for UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration

The University of Northern Iowa welcomes all to celebrate its 150th year as an institution, announcing the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration, kicking off more than a year of activities and signature events.
A jersey from when UNI was known as the Iowa State Teachers College

Stepping into history: Exhibits taking shape for the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration

UNI Museum staff are orchestrating opportunities to enjoy university history through several projects both on and off campus.
Students participate in Pack the Dome

Day of Service planned as part of UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration

The University of Northern Iowa is planning for perhaps its biggest coordinated volunteer effort to date — one that may even rival the annual Pack the Dome event. This special Day of Service will take place on April 8, 2026 as part of the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration. 
Creating Tomorrow - TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa, mark your calendars for October 25, 2025

TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa debuts theme “Creating Tomorrow”

Speakers and performers from the Midwest will take center stage in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center for an evening of inspiration, exploration and connection during TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa.
Randy Pilkington and Cary Darrah

Meet the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration co-chairs

The University of Northern Iowa is preparing to mark a major milestone — its sesquicentennial celebration, kicking off this fall and culminating during Homecoming 2026.
TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa

TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa coming to Gallagher Bluedorn in October

TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa is looking for speakers who have an idea that changes everything to to speak at the October 25 event.
150 years - established 1876

Funding available for UNI 150 programming and research projects

We are pleased to announce the availability of funding for public programming and research projects that align with the goals of UNI’s upcoming 150th-anniversary commemoration.
150 years, established 1876

Get ready to celebrate 150 years of UNI!

The University of Northern Iowa is preparing for its sesquicentennial celebration -  commemorating 150 years of transformation and impact.
150 years established 1876

UNI announces first awards for sesquicentennial coursework and project stipends

The University of Northern Iowa is pleased to announce the first recipients of stipend awards for coursework and projects supporting the university’s upcoming 150th anniversary celebration.
TedXUniversity of Northern Iowa

TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa coming to Gallagher Bluedorn

TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa is coming to the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center on October 25, 2025.