Campus & Community Stories & News

James G. Hall, Julianne Gassman, John Robins, Connie J. Shafar

Four alumni selected for induction into UNI Hall of Excellence

Four distinguished University of Northern Iowa alumni will be inducted into the 2023 Elinor A. Crawford and William R. Thrall Hall of Excellence on October 6 and 7.
Students playing pingpong in residence hall

Living the UNI experience starts in the dorms

If you want a rich college experience filled with lifelong friendships and an active social life, you should live on campus at UNI. 
Mary Connerley, President Nook and Farzad Moussavi

From UNI to Shanghai and back again

The University of Northern Iowa’s impact stretches across the globe. Recently, a delegation from UNI, including President Mark Nook, visited Shanghai, China, to strengthen existing partnerships between UNI and local universities. 
UNI students in dining center

UNI students will help peers with new program, Panthers Against Hunger

This week, students at the University of Northern Iowa can help combat food insecurity in the Cedar Valley. 
Rosie and Doug Lindaman

Distinguished alumni couple pledge major gift to UNI-Dome renovation

A leadership gift from a north central Iowa couple will support the most comprehensive renovations in the history of the UNI-Dome.
Manufacturing student at TechWorks

UNI, Cedar Valley Makers and Hawkeye Community College will celebrate Manufacturing Day on Oct. 6

The University of Northern Iowa, Hawkeye Community College and the Cedar Valley Makers will celebrate Manufacturing Day on Friday, Oct. 6.
Person holding up old photo of the Campanile to compare it to the current Campanile

UNI augmented reality tool awarded $150,000 NEH grant

Ready to travel time?  Your photos of UNI through the decades can be incorporated into this unique AR project.
William Clark III, Shaw Meh, Emily Erdelt, Sierra Meeks and Sophie Brown

Five students awarded life-changing UNI-CUE scholarships

The college investment will be more manageable for five local students, thanks to scholarships from the UNI Center for Urban Education (UNI-CUE).
Eight Ukrainian students on UNI campus wearing Panther gear

University of Northern Iowa gallery exhibition to support Ukrainian exchange students

UNI invites community members to welcome eight Ukrainian exchange students to the Cedar Valley with a new art exhibition by artist Scott Ross.
Student shaking hands with prospective employer at UNI career fair

200+ employers looking to hire UNI grads at fall career fair

The University of Northern Iowa’s fall career fair is just around the corner on Sept. 18 in the McLeod Center.