Economics Stories & News

UNI campus during the fall

UNI holds steady as a top public university in the Midwest according to U.S. News & World Report

UNI has once again been ranked No. 2 on U.S. News & World Report's 2025 list of Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest.
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New Scholarship Aims to Attract Top Business Students to Public Service

Discover how Joel Anderson and Joe Murphy are empowering the next generation of business students to excel in public service with a new endowed scholarship.
Wilson Presidents' Council Co-Presidents Grace Croat and Nathanial Madden emceeing Leadership Celebration.

Wilson College of Business Leadership Celebration honors outstanding students

The Wilson College of Business concluded its academic year with the annual Leadership Celebration, recognizing distinguished students for their outstanding achievements.
Wilson Presidents' Council Co-Presidents Grace Croat and Nathanial Madden emceeing Leadership Celebration.

Wilson College of Business Leadership Celebration honors outstanding students

The Wilson College of Business concluded its academic year with the annual Leadership Celebration, recognizing distinguished students for their outstanding achievements.
Winners of Servant Leadership Award

University of Northern Iowa students receive 2024 Student Leadership Awards

Each spring the University of Northern Iowa recognizes outstanding leaders through a series of awards presented to students and student organizations.
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U.S. News & World Report ranks UNI among 2024 Best Graduate Schools

U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked the University of Northern Iowa among its list of 2024 Best Graduate Schools.
David and Holly Wilson

Doing well by doing good

The newly named Wilson College of Business at UNI is ushering in a new era of education thanks to the historic $25 million gift from David W. Wilson.
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UNI Wilson Business students dominate Iowa Excel competition

In a remarkable achievement, students at the Wilson College of Business at UNI swept the top three scores for an Excel competition.
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Undergraduate Research Program provides unique opportunities to College of Business students

A program at the UNI College of Business provides students the opportunity to enhance their analytical, research and professional skills – all while having plenty of fun along the way. The Undergraduate Research Program is a unique offering at the college, where students can receive funding, support and chances to present published research at national conferences.
Target representatives at the career fair

5 ways you can prepare for the Career Fair

Career fairs are excellent opportunities to meet potential employers and showcase your expertise and background. UNI Career Services hosts two career fairs every academic year at the Maucker Union  (you can find dates on the online calendar), attended by more than 150 employers.