Business Stories & News

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How Real Estate Students are Learning Industry Software in the Classroom

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How the Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute inspired Lane Kruger’s next business journey

After a transformative week at the Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute, Lane Kruger ('26) returned to the Wilson College of Business with a sharper vision, stronger network, and the confidence to turn his creative side hustle into a full-time business.
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Auditing Students Learn Emerging Technologies and Real-World Analysis

UNI’s Advanced Auditing course gives students real-world tech skills in tools like Tableau and Alteryx to uncover insights and stay ahead in a data-driven industry.
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UNI’s SHRM chapter earns national recognition, cultivating future HR leaders

UNI’s SHRM chapter has earned the coveted Superior Merit Award from the national Society for Human Resource Management, standing out as one of the top student chapters in the country and proving UNI students are leading the future of HR.
Tom and Karol Nordstrom sit with a UNI student at the UNI Scholarship Luncheon

Giving back to UNI provides a deep and personal connection for the Nordstroms

From small-town roots to shaping UNI’s real estate future, Tom and Karol Nordstrom’s decades of giving prove how scholarships can change lives—and inspire the next generation.
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Please welcome the new Wilson College of Business development team

Wilson College’s new development officers, Lee Westphal and Tyler Hospodarsky, are connecting with alumni and donors nationwide to strengthen student opportunities and celebrate UNI’s 150-year legacy of excellence.
Portrait of Dean Leslie Wilson of the Wilson College of Business.

From the Dean of the Wilson College of Business

Wilson College of Business Dean celebrates global AACSB distinction, record-breaking CPA success, and a bold leap into data-driven, AI-ready business education.
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Data drives business success for UNI student entrepreneurs

From landscaping lawns to saving lives, UNI’s JPEC is fueling student entrepreneurs with data-driven strategies that turn side hustles into thriving businesses.
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UNI hybrid accounting program sees significant growth

The University of Northern Iowa’s hybrid accounting program has experienced remarkable growth in the two years since its launch.
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UNI celebrates future educators at 62nd Teacher Education Convocation

UNI held its annual Teacher Education Convocation, welcoming future educators into the teacher education program. This event encompasses students from all academic colleges at UNI, highlighting the expansiveness of Iowa’s largest teacher education program.