UNI graduate Maddie Palmersheim opens a new bakery location on College Hill, crediting her most impactful experiences to UNI's JPEC and the Entrepreneurship Club.
From landscaping lawns to saving lives, UNI’s JPEC is fueling student entrepreneurs with data-driven strategies that turn side hustles into thriving businesses.
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst visited the University of Northern Iowa on Wednesday, touring the Applied Engineering Building and the new nursing facilities in the Innovative Teaching and Technology Center.
From dorm room hustle to award-winning media brand, Iowa Chill returns to UNI this fall for an exclusive Instagram takeover—giving students a behind-the-scenes look at how viral content becomes a full-time business.
The fifth annual Iowa Family Business Conference will tee off with a lineup of family business stories that are as candid as they are inspiring. Dave and Ryan Austad, father-and-son leaders of Austad’s Golf, will provide a lunchtime keynote with a powerful conversation on succession, resilience and legacy.
The University of Northern Iowa’s Veggie Vouchers Program surpassed its $10,000 fundraising goal in 2025, raising $10,180 to support healthy food access in the Cedar Valley.
When disaster strikes, Business & Community Services steps up to support Iowa's recovery. After devastating storms in the spring of 2024, our Institute for Decision-Making and Strategic Marketing Services gathered critical data to inform relief efforts, aiding communities in addressing housing, infrastructure and resource needs.
Intellectual property isn't just about legal rights; it's a driving force behind business innovation and growth. Discover how IP-intensive industries, from pharmaceuticals to tech, are leveraging intellectual property to stay ahead in a fast-paced global market.
Zach Everman transformed a basement hobby into Grid Lounge, Cedar Falls' sim racing destination, with the support of the University of Northern Iowa's John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC). Leveraging JPEC's resources and guidance, Everman navigated the entrepreneurial journey to create a unique space for racing enthusiasts and beyond.
