School of Health & Human Sciences Stories & News

1990 marathon course finishers

UNI to honor professor’s legacy with Marathon Class Fun Run, Nov. 1

The University of Northern Iowa will honor the life and legacy of beloved psychology professor David A. Whitsett with the Marathon Class Fun Run on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Student shares her experience in Timeless Journeys with an original song.

Timeless Journeys: How UNI students used historic photos to connect with dementia patients

Theatre students at UNI joined forces with the gerontology department to create meaningful connections with community members living with dementia.
Bella Markley

Out-of-state student finds home at UNI

As an out-of-state student, Bella Markley has found her passion and her community at the University of Northern Iowa. Find out more about her story!
Nancy Kertz hugging new nursing student, both wearing white coats

UNI hosts third White Coat Ceremony for nursing students

The University of Northern Iowa held a White Coat Ceremony for its third cohort of nursing students on Saturday, Sept. 13, as part of Family Weekend.
Men's Sheds participants cleaning up litter outside

UNI professor starts first-of-its-kind health initiative in Iowa for retired men

Melinda Heinz, a University of Northern Iowa assistant professor of gerontology, is improving the quality of life of local men, especially those who have retired, with Men's Sheds, an initiative that is the first of its kind in Iowa. 
Jake Schaefer

Renewing workplace culture

Jake Schaefer, ’01, ’08, builds on his UNI education to transform mental health counseling and leadership coaching, helping individuals and organizations thrive.
Nelson Rhomberg

A smile that changes lives

Nelson Rhomberg’s path from a small village in Haiti to UNI’s physical education teaching program is a testament to the power of opportunity, perseverance and the people who believe in you.
Mackenzie McDonald

Charting her path

From CNA to BSN, Mackenzie McDonald is building her nursing future at UNI through hands-on training and close-knit faculty support.
illustration of students looking into the horizon with books

Shaping Tomorrow

Innovating departments, programs and curriculum to make an immediate impact in Iowa and beyond.
Megan Kopp, Trina Tounjian and Lorelei Cash

UNI public health students earn top honors at national competition

Three students from the University of Northern Iowa have earned national recognition for their outstanding performance at the prestigious National Case Study Competition in Health Education (NCSCHE®).