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Mark Nook

President Mark Nook discusses UNI’s Neighboring State Rate at the Iowa Board of Regents

The Iowa Board of Regents voted Wednesday to officially approve the University of Northern Iowa to move forward with its Neighboring State Rate, offering in-state tuition to new students from Iowa’s six border states starting this fall.
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UNI’s Neighboring State Rate approved by Iowa Board of Regents

New University of Northern Iowa students from Iowa's six border states will pay in-state tuition through UNI's Neighboring State Rate.
Baskets of vegetables on a red gingham tablecloth.

UNI Veggie Vouchers Program Surpasses Goal

The University of Northern Iowa’s Veggie Vouchers Program surpassed its $10,000 fundraising goal in 2025, raising $10,180 to support healthy food access in the Cedar Valley.
RAGBRAI rider wearing UNI jersey entering Cedar Falls downtown district

UNI showcases Panther Pride for RAGBRAI stop in Cedar Falls

While we don’t know the exact number of RAGBRAI riders who were in Cedar falls, we certainly hope they departed with more Panther Pride than they had upon their arrival in the Cedar Valley. 
Sesquicentennial bell

A new tradition at UNI: The Ringing of the Sesquicentennial Bell

This fall, a new sound will join the familiar rhythms of campus life — one that signals not just the changing seasons, but a deep connection to 150 years of history at the University of Northern Iowa.
RAGBRAI rider wearing UNI jersey

RAGBRAI Parking Information - UNI Campus: Thursday, July 24

Make sure you know where to park on July 24 when support vehicles and riders come to UNI campus for RAGBRAI.
Purple 150 light-pole banner overlooking UNI-Dome

Signs of the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration begin to appear in Cedar Falls

As the University of Northern Iowa prepares to mark 150 years of history, signs of celebration are already popping up across campus and the larger Cedar Valley community.
Mark and Sharon Hannasch out biking in their UNI gear.

For these UNI alums, RAGBRAI is a tradition that keeps them coming back

For UNI alumni Mark and Sharon Hannasch, RAGBRAI - the Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa - has been a cherished tradition that spans more than 30 years.
A picture of seven members of the UNI ROTC program, walking away from the camera

UNI ROTC program impacted by Army restructuring effort

UNI is working to determine next steps, and the Department of Military Science remains fully engaged in delivering all levels of coursework for each year of the ROTC program.
Young bikers in UNI jerseys

UNI staff members launch Cedar Valley Youth Cycling, training teens for RAGBRAI

A group of Cedar Valley teenagers is about to take on one of Iowa’s most iconic summer traditions: riding their bikes across the state as part of RAGBRAI.