Alumni Stories & News

Band directors swing back to UNI for Tallcorn Jazz Festival

For some UNI-educated band directors, attending the Tallcorn Jazz Festival with their students is a full-circle moment, as many of them helped organize and execute the event back in their college days.

TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa talk by Eshbaugh selected as TED “Editor’s Pick”

The TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa talk has been selected as a TED “Editor’s Pick,” a distinction awarded to only about 0.5% of TEDx talks worldwide.

The love stories that bring UNI together

Here’s a look at how some real-life connections were made in the heart of the University of Northern Iowa campus!

Students gather UNI history through the memories of alumni

One University of Northern Iowa class spent their fall semester learning about the history of UNI through the memories of some older alumni.

How a UNI degree led Adamari Barranca to Lambeau Field

A business degree from the University of Northern Iowa has taken Adamari Barranca to the Green Bay Packers where she works as a human resources coordinator.

UNI celebrates “People You Should Know” as part of sesquicentennial celebration

As part of its sesquicentennial celebration, the University of Northern Iowa is launching “UNI 150: People You Should Know."

At 58, Tammy Hook just finished a double major – a journey nearly 15 years in the making

When Tammy Hook walks across the Commencement stage, the moment will represent far more than the completion of her degrees.

Meet the fall 2025 grads

It’s time for hundreds of Panthers to complete their degree requirements and start their next chapters. Check out some of our graduating seniors!

10 reasons to become a teacher

There are so many benefits of being a teacher! Read from real current and future teachers about why they chose to enter the profession.

UNI Alumni Gary and Myrna Floyd give back to future generations

Longtime educators and UNI alumni, the Floyds have continued supporting students after retirement by funding scholarships and research fellowships. Having created more than 90 awards focused on future teachers and scientists, they aim to give back in gratitude for the support they once received.