Campus & Community Stories & News

UNI names former Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby as Interim Athletic Director

Retired Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby has agreed to serve as Interim Athletic Director for the University of Northern Iowa. 

It’s a great time to be a UNI volleyball fan

This week the UNI volleyball team heads into the NCAA tournament this week, with a matchup against the Miami Hurricanes in the opening round. 

Panthers seek new leader for UNI Athletics as David Harris departs for Tulane

UNI President Mark Nook confirmed on Tuesday that Director of Athletics David Harris has accepted the same role at Tulane University in New Orleans.

Bittners lead final fundraising for Campanile project with $250,000 gift

Jan and Scott Bittner of Cedar Falls have pledged a leadership gift to support the renovation of the Campanile on UNI's campus. 

Bobbi Petersen recognized as coach of the year

Bobbi Petersen, the UNI and Missouri Valley Conference all-time wins leader, earns her record-breaking eighth MVC Coach of the Year honor in 2023.

Iowa Board of Regents approves recommendations for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Northern Iowa is forming an advisory group to evaluate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion recommendations considered and approved by the Iowa Board of Regents.

Prochaska, Heims to represent Team USA at Parapan American Games

The seventh edition of the Parapan American Games will open on Friday night in Santiago, Chile and two Panthers will be on-site to represent the United States on the international stage.

Iowa Board of Regents approves UNI’s planning efforts for new wrestling training facility

The Iowa Board of Regents has formally approved the University of Northern Iowa’s intent to start planning for a new wrestling training facility.

Regents Awards recognize excellence among UNI faculty and staff

This year’s winners for the Regents Awards for Faculty and Staff Excellence at the University of Northern Iowa were recognized on Nov. 15. 

University of Northern Iowa recognized as Best for Vets college

The Military Times named the University of Northern Iowa to its 2023 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings.