Alumni Stories & News

David Warrington in a suit on the court at the women's Final Four

Broadcasting opportunities at UNI led David Warrington to the women’s Final Four

While millions with Caitlin Clark fever set record-breaking viewership watching from home, UNI alum David Warrington was in the center of the action.
Marshal Lamb wearing a UNI uniform, golfing

UNI grad tees up tournament operations for PGA’s John Deere Classic

At just 27, UNI alum Marshal Lamb has risen through the ranks at the John Deere Classic to become manager of tournament operations.
Panther Caravan, established 2017 and powered by MidAmerican Energy Company

UNI hits the road for 2024 Panther Caravan

The Panthers are going on the prowl for the 2024 Panther Caravan. Enjoy giveaways, food and games as you connect with the Panther family.
Jim Maas signing a paper

Former student body president establishes Maas Student Leadership Award

Former student body president, Jim Maas, '77, established the Maas Student Leadership Award.
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2023 Gold & Bold Awardees

GOLD & Bold recognizes Panther innovators, entrepreneurs, leaders and change makers.
Drew Foster with hand raised in victory after a wrestling match

Celebrating 100 seasons of UNI Wrestling

In 2023-2024, the UNI wrestling team celebrated its 100th anniversary season.
1994 UNI Football players cheering with helmets raised in the air

Celebrating 125 seasons of UNI Football

Since the first season of football at the Iowa State Normal School in 1895, Panther football has built a legacy few programs around the country can match.
Leaders in philanthropy

Leaders in philanthropy

UNI has a long reputation of graduating professionals into the nonprofit sector. Historically at least 10% of UNI graduates join the nonprofit sector post graduation. Graduates, from a range of UNI degree programs, end up in a diversity of areas — youth organizations, event planning, community and human service providers etc. Alumni also serve philanthropic organizations such as private and family, corporate, and community foundations and trusts.
Ukrainian students find home at UNI

Ukrainian students find a home at UNI

UNI Community embraces war refugees
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20 years of sustainable impact

In the world of industry, innovation often arises from the unlikeliest of places. In 1993, a group of forward-thinkers within the Iowa Waste Reduction Center embarked on a journey that would revolutionize painter training and environmental responsibility.