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Randy Pilkington and Cary Darrah

Meet the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration co-chairs

The University of Northern Iowa is preparing to mark a major milestone — its sesquicentennial celebration, kicking off this fall and culminating during Homecoming 2026.
Doug Schwab excited at wrestling meet

Panthers send 10 to NCAA Championships for first time in nearly 40 years

For the first time since the 1985-86 season, UNI Wrestling will be represented in all 10 weight classes at the NCAA Championships. It’s also a first under head coach Doug Schwab, now in his 15th season leading the Panthers. 
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Annual visit to the Capitol highlights UNI’s statewide impact

UNI Day at the Capitol is a chance for the university to showcase its meaningful work across the state of Iowa to our legislators across the state.
Student taking notes in textbook

UNI’s Textbook Equity initiative sets new record for student savings

The University of Northern Iowa’s Textbook Equity initiative has reached a record-breaking milestone, saving UNI students nearly $900,000 in 2024 alone — an 84% increase from the previous year.
Researchers

UNI recognizes new “Research” designation by Carnegie Foundation

UNI Recognizes New “Research” Designation by Carnegie Foundation which is a testament to UNI's commitment to advancing research and fostering innovation, opening up exciting possibilities for our campus and the broader community.
PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference in Maucker Union Ballrooms

UNI to host PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference on March 26

The PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference is open to military members, veterans, their families and friends, community members, professionals, students, staff, and faculty.
President Nook on Iowa Press

UNI President Mark Nook discusses UNI initiatives on “Iowa Press”

UNI President Mark Nook is featured on a new episode of Iowa Public Television’s “Iowa Press," tackling a variety of topics from DEI to Iowa’s workforce shortage. 
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University of Northern Iowa proposes in-state tuition for students from neighboring states

The University of Northern Iowa is taking a bold step to benefit students across the Midwest with a plan to offer in-state tuition to students in all six states bordering Iowa.
Students studying on campus

UNI financial aid expands to support student success and affordability

The University of Northern Iowa distributed $99.1 million in financial aid to students during the 2023-24 academic year, an increase of nearly 9% over the previous year.
UNI@DMACC students in Des Moines

Spring enrollment increases significantly through UNI@DMACC partnership

The UNI@DMACC partnership, which began in the fall 2020 semester, offers degree completion programs for students who have completed their associate’s degree through DMACC. Students can then complete an online or hybrid bachelor’s degree through the University of Northern Iowa.