Online & Distance Education Stories & News

Technology management student

UNI expands online degree completion programs to include Technology Management Bachelor of Arts

The University of Northern Iowa has added an online option to the Technology Management Bachelor of Arts major, targeting adult and place-bound learners.
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5 signs you’ve found the best online degree program

Not all online degree programs are created equal. Here's what you should look for when researching online degrees to find the program that's best for you.
UNI’s new individual studies human services major meeting needs of online and place-bound learners

UNI’s new individual studies human services major meeting needs of online and place-bound learners

The University of Northern Iowa just rolled out its new individual studies: human services major, a completely online program, designed for place-bound students who have already achieved an associate’s degree, that combines curriculum from UNI’s five already-established human-services oriented majors — family services, gerontology, psychology, social work and sociology — to create a flexible and dynamic learning experience for students who are unable to attend in-person classes.  
Hawkeye Community College President Todd Holcomb and UNI President Mark Nook shaking hands

Hawkeye Community College and the University of Northern Iowa celebrate their partnership for student success during National Transfer Student Week

Hawkeye Community College and the UNI marked National Transfer Student Week with a joint celebration recognizing their decades-long partnership.
Teacher education student pinning pin on herself at Convocation ceremony

2+2 online elementary education students admitted to UNI Teacher Education

About 120 students enrolled in the online 2+2 Elementary Education Bachelor of Arts program will be honored at a special 2+2 Teacher Education Convocation.
Susan Grau

Susan Grau to serve as UNI’s student support specialist at Western Iowa Tech Community College

The University of Northern Iowa and Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) announced Wednesday that Susan Grau has been selected to serve as a student support specialist on the Western Iowa Tech campus in Sioux City.
UNI President Mark Nook and Indian Hills President Matt Thompson shaking hands

UNI President Nook, others visit Indian Hills Community College for UNI@IACC initiative

University of Northern Iowa President Mark A. Nook and Provost José Herrera were among a UNI contingent that visited Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) in Ottumwa, Iowa, on Sept. 13 to solidify the partnership between the two institutions. 
University of Northern Iowa

UNI launches statewide initiative to remove barriers to high-demand careers in Iowa

UNI's new initiative with Iowa community colleges will make it easier for adult and place-bound learners to earn a four-year degree.
Purple Pathway for Paraeducators

UNI to offer new online degree pathway for paraeducators to earn teaching degree

Purple Pathway for Paraeducators

A new online, accelerated pathway to a bachelor’s degree offered by the University of Northern Iowa could greatly increase the number of elementary and special education teachers across the state.

Summer workshop for music teachers

UNI to offer summer workshops for music teachers

Summer workshop for music teachers

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- The University of Northern Iowa is now accepting enrollments for two music education workshops this summer: Audio Engineering for Educators and RockShop! Modern Band Workshop. 

Each workshop is designed for teachers to enhance learning and instruction in their music classrooms. One hour of undergraduate or graduate credit is available for each workshop.