Wilson College of Business Stories & News

Fall 2024 grads

Meet the fall 2024 grads

It’s the most wonderful time of year at the University of Northern Iowa - Commencement time! Here’s a glimpse into our grads' experiences and future plans.
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UNI’s Business & Community Services gathers, leverages data to assist in Iowa storm response

When disaster strikes, Business & Community Services steps up to support Iowa's recovery. After devastating storms in the spring of 2024, our Institute for Decision-Making and Strategic Marketing Services gathered critical data to inform relief efforts, aiding communities in addressing housing, infrastructure and resource needs.
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From UNI to Tinder: How one alum is using data to shape decisions

Sam Krutzfeldt is shaping Tinder’s global marketing strategy by leveraging data insights across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. From analyzing user trends for the “Year in Swipe” to supporting communications, his journey highlights how a deep understanding of data can open doors in unexpected ways.
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What are the best human resources jobs for recent graduates?

If you’re a passionate problem solver who loves working with people, you may have considered pursuing a job in human resources (HR).
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Meet UNI’s inaugural Wilson Scholar

Find out why UNI freshman Jenna Meyer believes she "won the lottery" with her college education by becoming the first Wilson Scholar.
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New Wilson Ethics Fellow Nicholas Sars inspires students to embrace ethical leadership

Nicholas Sars joins UNI as the second Wilson Ethics Fellow, to expand ethics education across campus, part of David Wilson’s $25 million gift to the Wilson College of Business. He aims to equip students with critical thinking skills and ethical decision-making.
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UNI holds steady as a top public university in the Midwest according to U.S. News & World Report

UNI has once again been ranked No. 2 on U.S. News & World Report's 2025 list of Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest.
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UNI alum living his dream selling multi-million-dollar homes in Chicago

UNI alum Dustin Toale turned his childhood love of designing homes in "The Sims" into a thriving real estate career in downtown Chicago, selling multi-million-dollar properties with Compass. From humble beginnings helping renters, Toale has become a trusted adviser in luxury real estate, contributing to over $150 million in annual sales.
Mattie Dieken with her family at graduation.

How one mom of three manages college and family life

Discover how Mattie Dieken, a dedicated mom of three, juggles a full-time course load at UNI while raising her young family.
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New Scholarship Aims to Attract Top Business Students to Public Service

Discover how Joel Anderson and Joe Murphy are empowering the next generation of business students to excel in public service with a new endowed scholarship.