Business Stories & News

UNI students Breyer Ellison, Muhammad Khan Niazi and Reiter Patzner earned the gold national advertising award.

UNI students win Gold national advertising award

A group of UNI students came home with the competition’s highest honors at the National American Advertising Awards, the advertising industry’s largest competition, which attracts more than 25,000 entries each year from both industry professionals and students.
Curris courtyard after opening

How Curris became the heart of business at UNI

For 35 years, the Curris Business Building has been the heart of business at UNI. Now, the spaces that shaped generations of students are helping define the future of business education.
Students in caps and gowns at UNI Commencement

UNI recognizes students on Spring 2026 graduation and dean’s lists

The University of Northern Iowa is pleased to celebrate the academic achievements of students named to the spring 2026 graduation and dean’s lists.
Picture of student considering the top jobs in business

Fastest-growing business jobs

Majoring in business will open the door for many potential career opportunities! Rather than some majors that pigeonhole you into one very specific career, business gives you a lot of flexibility. This makes it a fantastic option if you don’t know exactly what kind of job you’d like to have, but you still have a general idea. With the best business jobs, you can expect high wages, great job security, and plenty of daily mental stimulation.
Brian Lepa

UNI Wilson College of Business celebrates online MBA graduates

Graduates of UNI’s online Master of Business Administration crossed the stage at the 2026 spring Commencement. The program attracts a wide variety of students, ranging from young professionals to seasoned business executives seeking the highly regarded MBA from the Wilson College of Business.
Adam Farver

Pella Corporation’s Adam Farver to headline the 2026 Iowa Family Business Conference at Vermeer Corporation in Pella

The family behind Pella Corporation, one of Iowa’s most iconic multigenerational companies, will headline the 2026 Iowa Family Business Conference in Pella on Nov. 11.
Anna Pesek celebrates earning her MBA while holding her son

Nationally recognized leaders like Anna Pesek continue their growth at UNI

From appearing on CNN and meeting with U.S. senators to growing a farm business that ships nationwide, Anna Pesek is using her UNI MBA to expand her impact on agriculture, entrepreneurship and rural communities.
Students analyze stock market trends during an Investment Club meeting

Student-led group takes the lead on a six-figure investment fund

What if college students were trusted to manage a six-figure investment fund? In the Student Investment Group, students make real trades, analyze real markets and gain the kind of hands-on experience that launches careers in finance.
Students walking toward Curris Business Building

UNI students gain early career edge through full-time accounting internships

At the Wilson College of Business, accounting students aren’t waiting until graduation to launch their careers — they’re gaining real-world experience at firms like Deloitte and RSM while securing full-time offers before earning their diplomas.
Students at UNI Commencement

UNI celebrates nearly 1,500 graduates at spring commencement ceremonies

90% percent of the students are Iowa residents, representing 93 counties in the state. Nearly a third identify themselves as first-generation college graduates.