Management Stories & News

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UNI’s SHRM chapter earns national recognition, cultivating future HR leaders

UNI’s SHRM chapter has earned the coveted Superior Merit Award from the national Society for Human Resource Management, standing out as one of the top student chapters in the country and proving UNI students are leading the future of HR.
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UNI remains a top choice for Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest

The University of Northern Iowa has once again been ranked No. 2 among the Midwest’s Top Public Schools by U.S. News & World Report, continuing a two-decade tradition of excellence. 
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How UNI sparked Cody Stirling’s product management career at Pinterest

When Cody Stirling enrolled at UNI, he wasn’t sure what to major in — until one marketing class sparked a passion that led to shaping the future of advertising at Pinterest.
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UNI ranked among nation’s best colleges for tuition value and service

The University of Northern Iowa has received national recognition in Washington Monthly’s 2025 College Rankings, earning a place among the nation’s Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars. 
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Transfer Honor Roll

UNI recognized as a transfer-friendly institution for eight years in a row

The University of Northern Iowa has been named to Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll for its eighth year in a row, recognizing the dynamic pathways UNI has created to support transfer students. 
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Wilson College of Business interns make their mark this summer

Wilson College of Business students are making big moves this summer at their internships — designing global ads, managing multimillion-dollar portfolios, and presenting to top executives.
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UNI’s Neighboring State Rate for new students slated to begin this fall

The University of Northern Iowa is taking a bold step to benefit students across the Midwest by offering in-state tuition to new undergraduate students from all six states bordering Iowa beginning this fall. 
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UNI releases spring 2025 graduation and dean’s lists

Want to find out who made UNI's spring 2025 graduation or dean's list? Go through the easy search process to see who's on the lists!
Colin and David Spies

A Legacy of Leadership

ROTC Cadet Colin Spies’ commissioning as a second lieutenant marks the continuation of a proud family legacy of military service and leadership, as he follows in the footsteps of his father, retired Army Lieutenant Colonel and fellow UNI alum David Spies.
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.