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Eight Ukrainian students wearing Panther gear

UNI turns dreams to degrees for eight Ukrainian students

When eight Ukrainian high school exchange students found themselves stranded in the U.S., the options for the future were slim. UNI answered their call for help.
Jen Waschek

Back to school: A UNI accounting degree and life-changing career switch at age 44

At 44, Jen Waschek is turning the page on a more than 20-year career and starting a new chapter, this time pursuing a degree in accounting from UNI. 
Three coworkers at a table, talking

What can you do with a Master’s of Public Policy?

Getting a Master's of Public Policy from UNI is a smart career move if you have a passion for advocacy and want to make an impact.
Students listen to Dan Perry and Tom Stancliffe

UNI Public Art Incubator partnership empowers young artists

UNI's Public Art Incubator is helping to build a sculpture park filled with art created by students from the Iowa Falls-Alden school district.
President Nook on "River to River"

President Nook discusses UNI topics on “River to River”

University of Northern Iowa President Mark Nook joined host Ben Kieffer on Iowa Public Radio’s “River to River” on Monday. 
Nina Williams

UNI business alum turned her dream house into full-time career

Waukee may not be the first place that comes to mind for social media influencers — but that's exactly where UNI alum Niña Williams has built her career.
High school football players standing outside UNI-Dome

UNI-Dome welcomes high school athletes for Iowa Shrine Bowl

This week UNI and the UNI-Dome are welcoming nearly 100 of the state’s best football players and cheerleaders for the 2023 Iowa Shrine Bowl. 
Rachel Heine smoothing out concrete

From UNI’s Public Art Incubator to Universal Studios

The hands-on experience Rachel Heine got through UNI's Public Art Incubator set her up for success with her Universal Studios internship.
Chemurgy 2.0

Meeting human needs from things that grow

Researchers from UNI will play a critical role in a five-year $20 million grant to position Iowa as a leader in advanced biomanufacturing.
Students playing a dance game on colored lines on the carpet

“Arts Ignite” for Waterloo students with Gallagher Bluedorn partnership

K-12 students in the Waterloo Community School District experienced the arts with the professionals for two weeks as part of Arts Ignite.
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