Finance Stories & News

Graduate walks across the stage at UNI Commencement

UNI will celebrate nearly 1,600 graduates at spring Commencement

Nearly 1,600 graduates make up UNI’s class of spring 2025, and three Commencement ceremonies will be held to celebrate their achievements. 
Tom Nordstrom  holding his award, alongside his wife, Art Cox and Brett Olsen

Des Moines UNI Real Estate Alumni Reception honors Thomas Nordstrom, program growth

The Wilson College of Business awarded Tom Nordstrom the inaugural Arthur T. Cox Real Estate Champion Award at the second annual UNI Real Estate Alumni Reception and Award Presentation, held Thursday, April 24, at the DMACC Urban Campus.
 Instructor guiding students during a session of the Professional Readiness Program, offering support and career advice.

The Professional Readiness Program® stands out as a key bridge between hard, soft skills

This unique and ever-evolving program within the Wilson College of Business has stood out as that bridge between “hard learning” in the classroom and crucial soft skills.
Memorandum of understanding signing between UNI and Assumption University

UNI and Assumption University of Thailand launch 2+2 business degree partnership

A delegation from Assumption University in Bangkok, Thailand, is visiting the University of Northern Iowa this week to officially begin a new partnership with the Wilson College of Business.
University of Northern Iowa faculty holding the Tree Campus USA Award.

UNI receives Tree Campus USA Award

University of Northern Iowa was recently honored with the 2024 Tree Campus USA Award at the Annual Community Forestry Awards Luncheon in Ankeny.
Professor writing on chalkboard.

Finance jobs are booming in Des Moines and UNI graduates are ready

Des Moines is a top city for finance careers—high salaries, low rent, and a direct pipeline from UNI’s Wilson College of Business to industry leaders like Principal and Wells Fargo.
Financial graphs on a computer screen.

UNI’s SIE exam preparation opens doors for students entering wealth management

UNI’s SIE exam prep equips students with the knowledge and credentials needed to jumpstart careers in wealth management.
Group photo of students at a case competition.

How case competitions can elevate your college experience

Case competitions give you real-world business experience, sharpen your skills, boost your resume, and grow your network—all in one high-stakes challenge.
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.
Headshot of Dustin Toale

UNI alum living his dream selling multi-million-dollar homes in Chicago

UNI alum Dustin Toale turned his childhood love of designing homes in "The Sims" into a thriving real estate career in downtown Chicago, selling multi-million-dollar properties with Compass. From humble beginnings helping renters, Toale has become a trusted adviser in luxury real estate, contributing to over $150 million in annual sales.