Campus & Community Stories & News

President Mark Nook signing memorandum of understanding regarding UNI ROTC

UNI ROTC program to remain on campus under new U.S. Army structure

The University of Northern Iowa is pleased to share its Army ROTC program will remain on campus under a revised U.S. Army Cadet Command restructuring plan. 
Dyshaun McDaniel is a member of the sesquicentennial class at the University of Northern Iowa.

Dyshaun McDaniel, Wisconsin local, finds home at UNI

Dyshaun McDaniel is a member of the sesquicentennial class at the University of Northern Iowa.
Drone shot of Lang Hall on UNI campus.

Walking tours to explore university architecture as part of UNI Sesquicentennial launch

The University of Northern Iowa is partnering with the Cedar Falls Historic Preservation Commission to offer two special architectural walking tours as part of the UNI Sesquicentennial Celebration.
Student walking on UNI campus

UNI ranked among nation’s best colleges for tuition value and service

The University of Northern Iowa has received national recognition in Washington Monthly’s 2025 College Rankings, earning a place among the nation’s Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars. 
President Nook on stage

University Address sets tone for UNI’s 150th year

The University of Northern Iowa community gathered this fall for the annual University Address, marking a season of transition, celebration and forward momentum.
Incoming UNI students pose in the shape of the U-N-I letters in front of the McLeod Center

UNI welcomes 150th class with energy and excitement

‌UNI’s 150th class is now on campus! After first-year students moved into the residence halls on Wednesday, Aug. 20, they met up at the McLeod Center for the Panther Welcome.
Jana Baker wearing a backpack

How do I choose a major? The complete guide for undecided college students.

If you're in high school, you may be asking yourself: how do I choose a major at college? It's a big decision! UNI's exploratory program can help.
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Transfer Honor Roll

UNI recognized as a transfer-friendly institution for eight years in a row

The University of Northern Iowa has been named to Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll for its eighth year in a row, recognizing the dynamic pathways UNI has created to support transfer students. 
President Nook talking to Sen. Joni Ernst

Sen. Joni Ernst highlights UNI’s role in workforce development during campus visit

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst visited the University of Northern Iowa on Wednesday, touring the Applied Engineering Building and the new nursing facilities in the Innovative Teaching and Technology Center.
Gary Keenan, chainsaw artist at the Iowa State Fair.

Meet UNI alum Gary Keenan, chainsaw artist at the Iowa State Fair

Keenan, a 1979 UNI graduate originally from Grinnell, has been carving wood for more than 25 years. What started as a weekend hobby has turned into a fairtime fixture, with Keenan serving as the lead carver for one of the fair’s most crowd-pleasing attractions.