Our Tomorrow Stories & News

Mary Kaiser Smith

Then and Now: At 100, Mary Kaiser Smith reflects UNI’s tradition of teacher education

The sound of the Campanile ringing outside her window remains one of Mary Kaiser Smith’s most enduring memories of student life in the 1940s.
Students celebrating Live Purple Give Gold

UNI community celebrates record day of giving during milestone year

The University of Northern Iowa marked a record-setting day of giving as 2,174 donors came together for Live Purple Give Gold, surpassing the goal of 1,876 donors set in honor of the university’s founding year and sesquicentennial celebration.
Speech-language pathology student working with young client

UNI Speech-Language Pathology graduate program ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools

The University of Northern Iowa has been recognized in the 2026 edition of U.S News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools, with its Master of Arts program in Speech-Language Pathology earning a place among the nation’s top programs.
Students walking UNI campus

Donors provide $100 million to student scholarships through Our Tomorrow campaign

The University of Northern Iowa has surpassed $100 million in scholarship support through Our Tomorrow: The Campaign for UNI, marking a significant milestone in expanding access and opportunity for students.
A look inside the Finance & Real Estate Analytics Lab

Ready for business: New lab provides real-world learning, giving UNI students a competitive edge

The Wilson College of Business at the University of Northern Iowa is preparing tomorrow’s business professionals today with the help of cutting-edge technology and resources.
Katie Nedwick reading a book to a young child in front of a green screen

Carver Trust grant expands educational technology in UNI’s TEACH Studio

A $130,000 grant will support the continued development of the UNI TEACH Studio, an innovative learning environment advancing how future educators are prepared to serve Iowa’s PreK–12 schools.
Black and white image of a packed UNI-Dome during a wrestling meet

Happy 50th birthday to the UNI-Dome

On February 7, 1976, the first official event inside the UNI-Dome brought the University of Northern Iowa wrestling team face-to-face with the University of Iowa. 
Homecoming Bash 2025

Save the date: UNI Homecoming 2026 marks sesquicentennial finale

Mark your calendars for UNI Homecoming Week, set for Oct. 4-10, as the University of Northern Iowa celebrates its annual showcase of Panther Pride.
Student looking through old book and making notes

University of Northern Iowa receives $2.4 million grant to launch Humanities Hub

The UNI Humanities Hub is a transformative initiative designed to expand paid internship opportunities and strengthen the role of the humanities on campus and in the community.
Sesquicentennial Bell underneath UNI Campanile

UNI Foundation raises $29.28 million in FY25, advancing access, excellence and opportunity

The University of Northern Iowa Foundation raised $29.28 million in support of the university during the 2024–25 fiscal year, as alumni and friends continued to invest in the success of UNI students and the future of the institution.