Campus & Community Stories & News

Micaiah Krutsinger and friends in downtown Cedar Falls

Meet Micaiah Krutsinger on “The College Tour”

One of Micaiah Krutsinger’s favorite features of UNI is actually the amazing opportunities the Cedar Valley offers. There's no shortage of things for UNI students to do in their free time!
Vermeer named Founding Family of University of Northern Iowa Family Business Center

Vermeer named Founding Family of University of Northern Iowa Family Business Center

Vermeer Corporation, an international company headquartered in Pella, is the newest Founding Family of the University of Northern Iowa Family Business Center (UNI FBC).
Meet Kira Manuel on “The College Tour”

Meet Kira Manuel on “The College Tour”

Before she was in high school, Kira Manuel had actually never been to a college campus before. The first in her family to go to a four-year university, Manuel didn’t really know much about college – except that it was expensive.
Riley Schreder and dog outside on snowy day

UNI alum a finalist for Inspiring Women of Iowa

Riley Schreder is proud of being a mom to her son, Eli, who tragically passed away shortly after his birth. She inspires others by sharing her story.
James McCullagh

Beloved professor James McCullagh leaves $1.1 million legacy gift to student scholarships

A $1.1 million legacy gift by the late professor of social work, James McCullagh, will provide financial support for UNI students pursuing social work.
Tony Thelen

Author Tony Thelen to share career and leadership expertise at UNI’s Spring RSM Seminar

UNI's College of Business is excited to host the Spring 2023 RSM Seminar featuring Tony Thelen, Strategic Advisor at John Deere Financial and author of “Am I Doing This Right?”
Child builds ramps and pathways at Cedar Valley STEM festival

For the first time, Cedar Valley STEM Festival is coming to UNI-Dome

Excitement over all things science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) will abound on March 21 when UNI hosts the Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival.
Campanile bells

University of Northern Iowa ready to take on tomorrow

UNI is entering 2023 with strong momentum, ready to continue the work of helping students succeed and meeting Iowa’s critical workforce needs. 
Suitcase of knowledge

Suitcase of knowledge

Taking part in a study abroad trip as a college student is often the opportunity of a lifetime. That was certainly the case for April Vande Voort, a senior in psychology, when her capstone group from UNI partnered with the Universidad Marista in Mérida, Mexico.
Meet Luigi Lopez on “The College Tour”

Meet Luigi Lopez on “The College Tour”

Right away, Luigi Lopez knew UNI was a great fit. From its campus size to the supportive faculty and staff, UNI has provided Lopez with many amazing opportunities to get involved on campus and develop academically and professionally.