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Chiquita Loveless honored for advancing success of military-connected students

Loveless, who oversees initiatives that support student veterans and military-connected families, was recognized for her leadership and service with a national award from NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education.
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Financial aid for UNI students reaches $102.5 million in 2024-25

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UNI offers Free Application Week for transfer students

All you have to do is use the code TRF26 when filling out the University of Northern Iowa online application.
Governor Kim Reynolds looking around the Applied Engineering Building with Stewart Carter and President Nook

Iowa governor visits UNI: “The future of Iowa’s workforce is being built right here”

Iowa governor Kim Reynolds made a weekend visit to the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. During her visit, Reynolds toured two newly renovated facilities supporting programs designed to meet high-demand areas across the state. 
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Statewide radio program “Talk of Iowa” centers on UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration

The UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration was featured in an hour-long episode of “Talk of Iowa” on Monday, Feb. 16.
Young couple getting engaged in the UNI-Dome

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!
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Students can now register for UNI Day of Service activities

The UNI Day of Service is coming up on April 8, and local organizations and campus groups are offering an array of volunteer opportunities.
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UNI prepares to host annual FIRST Robotics Regional competition

The University of Northern Iowa will welcome more than 2,000 students, mentors and coaches to campus March 26–28 for the 2026 FIRST Robotics Competition Iowa Regional, the state’s premier high school robotics event.
Black and white image of a packed UNI-Dome during a wrestling meet

Happy 50th birthday to the UNI-Dome

On February 7, 1976, the first official event inside the UNI-Dome brought the University of Northern Iowa wrestling team face-to-face with the University of Iowa. 
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Save the date: UNI Homecoming 2026 marks sesquicentennial finale

Mark your calendars for UNI Homecoming Week, set for Oct. 4-10, as the University of Northern Iowa celebrates its annual showcase of Panther Pride.