Campus & Community Stories & News

Students dancing with glow sticks

UNI’s new television commercial encourages prospective students to “Take on anything”

The University of Northern Iowa is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest commercial, set to begin airing in late August.
Olivia Chambers swimming breaststroke

Rapper Flavor Flav boosts fundraiser for UNI Paralympian’s family

UNI senior Olivia Chambers' road to Paris took an interesting turn when she and her family received support from an unlikely place: rapper Flavor Flav.
Three UNI students wearing Cats Eat Birds shirts

UNI launches second year of TC’s Tee campaign to support student scholarships

The University of Northern Iowa is excited to introduce the latest edition of TC's Tee, offering a fresh way to showcase Panther Pride.
Scott Charles Ross with artwork

Artwork with UNI ties heads to National Ukrainian Museum of Chicago

Artwork that was once enjoyed by the University of Northern Iowa community has now found a permanent home at the National Ukrainian Museum of Chicago.
UNI women's basketball team with Coach Tanya Warren in a huddle

Panther women’s basketball named to WBCA Academic Top-25

The UNI women's basketball team tied for the sixth highest team GPA among Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) members during the 2023-24 season.
Dad hugging teenager on college campus

The empty nest: Navigating the emotional journey when your teen heads off to college

Don't let having an empty nest get you down. Keep calm and follow these tips as your teen heads off to college.
Jump into Learning - Camp Activ8

Fighting summer learning loss with a literacy-focused camp at UNI

Camp Activ8 has a special focus on improving literacy through engaging activities like geocaching, science experiments, art projects and hip hop literacy.
Stan Poe, Katy Harbaugh, and Andy Poe in front of the UNI-Dome

Poe family announces major gift to UNI-Dome renovation

A local family of multi-generational UNI graduates have announced a major donation to create a vibrant future for Panther Athletics.
Waterloo students explore developing literacy skills and exploring science, technology, engineering and mathematics

Literacy and STEM: Making the Connection

UNI collaborators worked together to create a one-of-a-kind program specifically tailored for migrant English language learners enrolled in the Waterloo school district.
Students studying in a dorm room

Headed to college? Here are 3 tips for on-campus living.

Whether you’re a first-year student or a transfer student, living in an on-campus residence hall can come with an adjustment period.