Graduate College Stories & News

University of Northern Iowa offers Free Graduate Application Week

Use code GRD24 from December 3-10, 2023 on the UNI admissions website.

The world is coming to UNI: International Education Week 2023

UNI is joining with businesses, communities, and educational institutions worldwide to celebrate International Education Week.

200+ employers looking to hire UNI grads at fall career fair

The University of Northern Iowa’s fall career fair is just around the corner on Sept. 18 in the McLeod Center. 

Jillian Carlson named UNI’s new state relations officer

The Iowa Board of Regents and the University of Northern Iowa have announced Jillian Carlson as its next state relations officer.

Back to school: A UNI accounting degree and life-changing career switch at age 44

At 44, Jen Waschek is turning the page on a more than 20-year career and starting a new chapter, this time pursuing a degree in accounting from UNI. 

UNI’s Master of Public Policy program earns NASPAA accreditation

UNI's Master of Public Policy is the only American program to receive the honor this year, and the only NASPAA-accredited program in the state of Iowa. 

Late UNI alum challenges his disability through published poetry

One of the North American Review Press' most recent publications is "Stellaphasia," a collection of poems by late UNI alum Jason Bradford.

English graduate student combines his design, teaching, and academic skills in North American Review fellowship

Graduate Student Jake Volk works with the North American Review to help sustain the legacy and forward-looking nature of America's oldest literary magazine. 

At age 61, the study of pickleball led Glynis Worthington to earn her doctorate

For Glynis Worthington, the decision to return to the workforce for the first time in 22 years started with earning her Doctor of Education.

From exploring canyons to climbing mountains – adventure awaits UNI students

UNI students who are dreaming of adventure need look no further than the Adventure Trip program, housed in the HRCS department.