Athletics Stories & News

Here are your UNI connections to the 2024 Summer Olympics

The U.S. Olympic Trials are underway, and several current and former UNI Panthers are hoping to earn their spot to compete in Paris later this summer.

Olivia Chambers named 2024 MVC Most Courageous Award winner

Chambers' selection marks the second consecutive year a Panther student-athlete has been recognized with the honor following the selection of men's basketball forward Austin Phyfe in 2023.

Samantha Heyer named winner of prestigious 2024 Dr. Charlotte West Scholar-Athlete Award

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Fick family pledges major contribution to UNI-Dome campaign

In honor of the family’s investment, the Ficks will be recognized with a premier named space in the new UNI-Dome facility.

Purple and gold across Iowa: 2024 Panther Caravan

Panthers of all ages gathered together across the state of Iowa for the University of Northern Iowa's 2024 Panther Caravan.

What they're saying about Megan Franklin

The addition of Megan Franklin as UNI's AD is already stirring excitement in the athletics community. Find out what Franklin’s peers have said.

UNI Director of Athletics Megan Franklin ushers in Legacy Era of Panther Athletics

A formal media conference was held to introduce UNI's new Director of Athletics Megan Franklin to campus and the Cedar Valley.

Full transcript: UNI welcomes new Director of Athletics Megan Franklin

Full remarks from the pep rally and introductory news conference for new UNI Director of Athletics Megan Franklin.

Phase I of UNI-Dome renovation officially underway to replace fabric roof

In an endeavor to rejuvenate the iconic UNI-Dome, Phase I of its renovation kicked off on a sunny Sunday morning,

UNI celebrates the historic legacy of the West Gym

The UNI community paid tribute to the West Gym on Friday, sharing memories and giving a final homage to a building that stood on the UNI campus for nearly a century.