Campus & Community Stories & News

New UNI Director of Athletics Megan Franklin and UNI President Mark Nook pose for a photo

UNI names Megan Franklin as Director of Athletics

University of Northern Iowa President Mark Nook announced on Monday that Megan Franklin has agreed to serve as UNI’s Director of Athletics.
People taking photos with Panthers on Parade sculpture

Community celebrates Panthers on Parade project

Panthers on Parade statues are appearing across the Cedar Valley, a culmination of months of work by artists, organizers and sponsors.
People taking pictures with Panthers on Parade reveal

Panthers on Parade installation underway

From May 1-2, installation of 27 life-size fiberglass TC mascot statues is taking place at sponsor locations throughout Cedar Falls and the Cedar Valley.
TC statues in progress

Roaring creativity: UNI students embellish TC statues for community pride project

You’ll soon begin to see more than two dozen anthropomorphic Panther statues — six feet tall and weighing 65 to 70 pounds each — around the Cedar Valley.
Spring 2024 grads

Meet the spring 2024 Panther grads

Graduation is right around the corner, which means it’s almost time for many Panthers to say “see you later” to campus and start the next chapter in their lives.
TC, TK and President Nook holding giant check for $8,331.10

“Baddest Cats” gives more than $8,300 back to UNI students

UNI can proudly announce $8,331.10 has been added to the general scholarship fund thanks to purchasing the inaugural design of TC’s Tee.
Student shopping at the Panther Pantry

Panther Pantry recognized with student leadership award

The success of the Panther Pantry has earned the Presidents’ Student Leadership Award from the Iowa & Minnesota Campus Compact.
student petting a golden retriever

De-Stress Activities for Finals at Rod Library

Take part in the de-stress activities the week of April 29- May 3 with games, snacks, shrink dinks, origami, and adorable pets.
Coach Farley and student-athletes meet Jack at Cedar Heights Elementary

UNI head football coach Mark Farley surprises Cedar Heights 4th Graders

The surprise appearance was in honor of one special student, Jack, a devoted fan of UNI Panthers. As a result, the entire class enjoyed observing "National UNI Football Day."
TC Day April 23, 2024

“TC Day” gives UNI several things to celebrate

To officially signal the change and enjoy the taste of warmer weather, TC Day - or The Celebration - will be held on Tuesday April 23.