STEM Stories & News

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Making global connections

Two UNI Environmental Science students participated in an international water quality research program at the University of Yamanashi in Japan. The trip offered cultural immersion and reinforced the hands-on, collaborative learning opportunities that define UNI’s Environmental Science program.
Emily Borcherding and Matthew McLellan

UNI teaching alums recognized with 2025 Yager Exemplary Teaching Award

Matthew McLellan and Emily Borcherding have earned recognition for their service to the education field when they recently received the UNI Dr. Robert E. and Phyllis M. Yager Exemplary Teaching Recognition Award.
UNI leads $5 million NSF-funded project to elevate STEM teaching in rural schools

UNI leads $5 million NSF-funded project to elevate STEM teaching in rural schools

The University of Northern Iowa has been awarded nearly $5 million from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a new initiative aimed at strengthening STEM education in rural elementary schools.
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What is a foundry? Where cutting-edge labs forge career-ready skills.

If you’re interested in an engineering or manufacturing career, real-world experience in a foundry will help set you up for success. Find out how!
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UNI engineering clubs offer professional skills-building and community

Find out about the numerous student organizations related to engineering offered at the University of Northern Iowa.
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What can I do with a graphic technology degree?

Have you thought about getting a bachelor’s degree in graphic technology? If you’re a hands-on creative who loves utilizing the latest tech, this could be your dream major.
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UNI Physics leads $1 million NSF grant to advance quantum research

The University of Northern Iowa Department of Physics has been awarded a $340,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a collaborative research project exploring the magnetic properties of advanced materials with potential applications in quantum technologies.
Jennifer Trent leads a compost training

Midwest rural communities recipient of compost training program

The Iowa Waste Reduction Center  (IWRC) at the University of Northern Iowa is launching the Rural Compost Operations and Compost Use Training Project funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Utilities Service Solid Waste Management Grant Program.
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UNI Nursing welcomes community to Homecoming open house

UNI Nursing will be hosting an open house on Friday, Oct. 25 in Innovative Teaching and Technology Center on UNI campus.
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Chepina Rumsey publishes “Nurturing Math Curiosity With Learners in Grades K-2”

A book from Chepina Rumsey, associate professor of mathematics education at UNI, and her co-author, Jody Guarino, is now published.