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UNI hits the road for 2024 Panther Caravan

The Panthers are going on the prowl for the 2024 Panther Caravan. Enjoy giveaways, food and games as you connect with the Panther family.
Randy Pilkington

UNI’s Pilkington recognized for lasting impact on the Cedar Valley

UNI's Randy Pilkington is the 2024 recipient of the Cedar Valley Legacy Award from Grow Cedar Valley.
Entrepreneur serving food to student in Rialto

UNI’s Rialto Dining Center hosts annual takeover with local food entrepreneurs

UNI Dining and John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center are proud to present the return of the second annual UNI Dining Takeover.
Jodi Magness

Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus: Free lecture open to community

Members of the community are welcome to learn about the key geographic sites associated with Jesus at an upcoming free lecture.
UNI honors West Gym in vision for future

The end of an era

For nearly a century, the West Gym has had an iconic presence on the University of Northern Iowa campus. Originally named the Men’s Gymnasium, its presence has been constant through countless sporting events, PE classes, dances, pep rallies, concerts, commencements and more.
STEM Festival in UNI-DOME

A week of STEM excitement unfolds at UNI

This week at the University of Northern Iowa is a special one for STEM education, with two big events coming to campus.
Purple, teal and gold arrows graphic

Equipping our school leaders for challenging times

Educational leadership faculty and alumni discuss the current state of educational leadership at UNI and at K-12 schools around the state.
Seven UNI faculty who won Intellectual Property and Innovation Disclosure Competition II

Seven UNI faculty advance research following Intellectual Property and Innovation Disclosure Competition II

Seven innovative ideas by University of Northern Iowa faculty won a cash prize and university support to move forward with their research.
Official lifting Parker Keckeisen's hand in victory

Keckeisen named Most Outstanding Wrestler at Big 12 Championships

Parker Keckeisen was named the Most Outstanding Wrestler of the 2024 Big 12 Championships, the first Panther to earn the honor since UNI joined the conference in 2018.
RodCon Saturday, April 6 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. Rod Library, UNI campus.

Ninth RodCon to welcome pop culture lovers on UNI campus

This mini comic book convention promises a welcoming environment where enthusiasts unite to celebrate their shared passion of comics, heroes and the arts.