This spring, the University of Northern Iowa will celebrate a milestone: 30 students will graduate with their Doctor of Education (EdD), the largest number in the program’s history.
Affirming a reputation of quality in preparing tomorrow’s teachers, the Iowa State Board of Education has unanimously approved full re-accreditation for the University of Northern Iowa Educator Preparation Program. The approval remains in effect through the next review scheduled for the 2030-2031 academic year.
A new scholarship offered by the University of Northern Iowa College of Education helps practicing teachers begin to earn needed credentials this summer while keeping the cost of graduate-level coursework more affordable.
A new initiative at the University of Northern Iowa offers an enhanced set of micro-credentials in the form of certificates and Iowa teaching endorsements to meet the needs of learners seeking flexibility in achieving their educational goals.
A newly approved Master of Arts in Teaching degree in secondary education at the University of Northern Iowa adds another online pathway for working professionals ready to apply their skills to middle and high school classrooms.
Keynote speaker Bianca Nightengale-Lee will explore the intersection of culture and literacy in her keynote presentation at the 2025 Carlton-Mellichamp Lecture in Education on Feb. 27 at the University of Northern Iowa College of Education.
