As the son of an electrician, Jeremy Mescher was maybe always destined to work in electrical engineering. Yet, as a non-traditional student at 41, it’s taken him a while to realize that goal.
Two UNI Environmental Science students participated in an international water quality research program at the University of Yamanashi in Japan. The trip offered cultural immersion and reinforced the hands-on, collaborative learning opportunities that define UNI’s Environmental Science program.
Students interested in engineering or construction management at the University of Northern Iowa can apply for free Dec. 7-12, 2025. This means you can take the next step toward an in-demand career without the initial cost.
The University of Northern Iowa has been awarded nearly $5 million from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a new initiative aimed at strengthening STEM education in rural elementary schools.
