STEM

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 work with sand molds in the UNI Foundry 4.0 Center

University of Northern Iowa adds its first-ever engineering degree to support Iowa’s workforce needs

The University of Northern Iowa is launching two brand-new degrees, including its first-ever engineering degree.
Man and woman working at computers

UNI offers computer science professional development for hundreds of educators

Approximately 300 educators from all around Iowa will gather on the UNI campus in June for a week of computer science professional development.
Bethany Van Dusseldorp in front of her research

Taking a closer look

UNI biology student Bethany Van Dusseldorp tackled a unique research project that meets at the intersection of art and science.
Dr. Olivares presenting Dr. Hockey with is award

Professor of astronomy wins Distinguished Scholar Award

On April 27th, 2023, the Graduate College awarded Dr. Thomas Hockey with the Distinguished Scholar Award at the Annual Graduate Faculty Meeting & Awards Ceremony. Hockey is a professor of astronomy at UNI and has produced an impressive oeuvre of scholarship. 
Greg Moklestad with $3,000 check

UNI alum receives STEM Teacher Award

Greg Moklestad didn’t always dream of being a teacher. But after receiving a STEM Teacher Award, it’s clear he made the right decision.
Winfred Afeaneku holding large check for $250

Programmed for success – UNI student finds opportunity building mobile apps

As a junior computer science major at UNI, Winfred Afeaneku is working to develop a mobile app and has presented his research on several occasions.