Campus & Community Stories & News

Megan Franklin speaking at introductory pep rally

What they're saying about Megan Franklin

The addition of Megan Franklin as UNI's AD is already stirring excitement in the athletics community. Find out what Franklin’s peers have said.
Megan Franklin high-fiving staff members in McLeod

UNI Director of Athletics Megan Franklin ushers in Legacy Era of Panther Athletics

A formal media conference was held to introduce UNI's new Director of Athletics Megan Franklin to campus and the Cedar Valley.
Helicopter lowering materials onto UNI-Dome

Phase I of UNI-Dome renovation officially underway to replace fabric roof

In an endeavor to rejuvenate the iconic UNI-Dome, Phase I of its renovation kicked off on a sunny Sunday morning,
Crowd of people outside West Gym

UNI celebrates the historic legacy of the West Gym

The UNI community paid tribute to the West Gym on Friday, sharing memories and giving a final homage to a building that stood on the UNI campus for nearly a century.
Student walking during commencement

Spring 2024: More than 1,400 will earn degrees from UNI

The University of Northern Iowa celebrates the more than 1,400 students who will be earning degrees during commencement ceremonies this weekend.
Block Party by Gallagher Bluedorn 2024 Summer Lineup

Free Gallagher Bluedorn Block Party series returns summer 2024

Block Party summer neighborhood concerts provide an opportunity for neighbors to gather, build community and experience great music together.
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.