STEM

UNI Computer Science student looking at a laptop

Building real-world tech skills: New $294K grant transforms UNI computer science learning

A $294,000 grant from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust is helping UNI’s Department of Computer Science create state-of-the-art virtual computing environments where students can gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, networking, system administration and more.
Kyler Frerichs in front of a harvested field

Making harvest more efficient with geographic information science

University of Northern Iowa senior Kyler Frerichs' hands-on internship with a local farm group has led to a full-time geographic information science job upon graduation.
Halloween House

UNI to host 2026 “Halloween House” for children and families

University of Northern Iowa students will be performing Halloween-themed science demonstrations and supervising hands-on activities at this family-friendly event.
Braylee Kimberley

A love of making things by hand led to a mechanical engineering degree

Braylee Kimberley's mechanical engineering technology degree from UNI and a hands-on internship are setting her up for a successful career.
People in protective gear casting metal

UNI awarded nearly $1M to advance Foundry 4.0 Center

The investment will add a 3D sand printer and an induction furnace, helping to enhance foundry operations while strengthening UNI’s ability to support applied research, hands-on, real-world student learning and partnerships with Iowa manufacturers.
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. 
Students practice surveying for construction management

What is construction management and what can you do with that degree?

Earning a construction management degree sets you up for a lucrative, in-demand career. But what is it? Keep reading to find out!
Electrical engineering student at UNI

What does an electrical engineer do? And other common questions about this in-demand role.

Here are some of the basics you should know if you’re researching what an electrical engineer does and how you can become one!