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Student wearing TC's Tee that says Hail Our Panthers

TC’s Tee returns for fourth year with limited-edition design supporting UNI students

A University of Northern Iowa tradition is returning this summer with a new limited-edition design and a mission to support student success.
Transfer Honor Roll 2026

UNI recognized for transfer student success nine years in a row

For the ninth year in a row, the University of Northern Iowa has been recognized for its commitment to helping community college students seamlessly transfer and earn bachelor’s degrees. UNI once again made Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll, a nationally known indicator of transfer excellence.
Person casting metal in UNI Metal Casting Center

UNI’s Metal Casting Center partners with METAL to provide workforce training in casting and forging for K-12 students and professionals

The UNI Metal Casting Center is proud to announce a partnership with the Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning program, led by IACMI – The Composites Institute®, to enhance and scale up industry-driven training opportunities for current and prospective metalworking and manufacturing professionals. 
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UNI MBA marks 20 years as a Princeton Review Best Business School

The UNI MBA has earned The Princeton Review's Best Business Schools distinction for the 20th consecutive year, offering an affordable, flexible program designed to help professionals advance their careers in as few as 10 courses.
Mark Nook

UNI President Mark Nook voices support for federal teacher education legislation

The legislation aims to strengthen the TEACH Grant Program by improving accountability, providing additional support for grant recipients and helping students successfully meet their service commitments.
Ken Brown

Ken Brown named dean of UNI Wilson College of Business

The University of Northern Iowa has selected Ken Brown as its next dean of the David W. Wilson College of Business. Brown returns to UNI after serving as a faculty member for nearly 20 years and will begin his new role on July 15. 
A crowd of people gather outdoors o watch a fireworks show over a domed arena

Fireworks Over the Dome caps off historic holiday weekend on July 5

Originally scheduled for July 2, the event was moved because of inclement weather, creating a fitting grand finale to the extended holiday weekend.
Curris courtyard after opening

How Curris became the heart of business at UNI

For 35 years, the Curris Business Building has been the heart of business at UNI. Now, the spaces that shaped generations of students are helping define the future of business education.
Art installation that says Wherever You Go, UNI in downtown Cedar Falls

University of Northern Iowa unveils “Wherever You Go, UNI” campaign

The message is simple: Wherever you go, UNI. It’s the focus of a new statewide campaign highlighting the impact of the University of Northern Iowa across the state and beyond. 
Student teacher working one-on-one with a young student

New center at UNI serves as hub for continuing education and more for teachers, families, schools

The University of Northern Iowa plans to launch EdvantageUNI, a centralized hub for professional learning, educational growth and support for school districts, practicing and aspiring educators, and families.