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President Mark Nook

UNI President Mark Nook named to AASCU Board of Directors

The American Association of State Colleges and Universities named University of Northern Iowa President Mark Nook to its Board of Directors at the association’s annual conference. Nook is one of six new board members nominated to serve a three-year term, expiring in 2025.
Dr. Nancy Kertz

Dr. Nancy Kertz selected as UNI’s executive director of nursing, chief academic nurse administrator

Dr. Nancy Kertz will serve as the executive director of nursing and chief academic nurse administrator for nursing at the University of Northern Iowa.
Nursing program at the University of Northern Iowa approved by Iowa Board of Regents

Nursing program at the University of Northern Iowa approved by Iowa Board of Regents

The Iowa Board of Regents approved a proposal from the University of Northern Iowa to launch a nursing major in fall 2024.
Regents Staff Excellence Award winners

Regents Staff Excellence Award winners reflect on successful careers at UNI

Every year, professional and scientific (P&S) employees at the University of Northern Iowa are recognized with Regents Staff Excellence Awards.
Hour of Code participants with certificates

UNI helps demystify coding by hosting Hour of Code event

The Hour of Code will return to UNI for a third time on Nov. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Schindler Education Center. 
UNI graduate counseling students host first series of support groups for dementia caregivers

UNI graduate counseling students host first series of support groups for dementia caregivers

UNI graduate counseling students host first series of support groups for dementia caregiversThis semester, University of Northern Iowa students in the clinical mental health counseling graduate program had the opportunity to put their skills to work by facilitating support groups for caregivers of people with dementia. 

UNI Campanile

Distinguished Awards Celebration honors notable UNI alumni and friends

University of Northern Iowa President Mark A. Nook, the UNI Alumni Association and the UNI Foundation will honor alumni and friends of the university at the President’s Distinguished Awards Celebration, on Friday, November 4.
Northern Iowan student newspaper to celebrate 130th Anniversary

Northern Iowan student newspaper to celebrate 130th Anniversary

The Northern Iowan student newspaper is celebrating its 130th anniversary at the University of Northern Iowa. 
Online learner in front of stack of books with a "learn" sign

5 signs you’ve found the best online degree program

Not all online degree programs are created equal. Here's what you should look for when researching online degrees to find the program that's best for you.
Ailey II dancing

AILEY II Nov. 6 performance canceled

The Ailey II performance at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on Nov. 6 has been canceled.