Campus & Community Stories & News

Parker Keckeisen in Iowa Capitol

Iowa legislature recognizes NCAA champion Parker Keckeisen

Iowa lawmakers took a break from regular business to recognize UNI’s Parker Keckeisen, who secured the NCAA wrestling championship at 184 lbs. last month.
Iowa Elementary STEM Expo for Emerging Educators

STEM workshop focuses on emerging elementary education educators

Future teachers will explore STEM in the elementary class setting at the Elementary STEM Expo for Emerging Pre-K-6 Educators, sponsored by the UNI College of Education.
Panther Caravan, established 2017 and powered by MidAmerican Energy Company

UNI hits the road for 2024 Panther Caravan

The Panthers are going on the prowl for the 2024 Panther Caravan. Enjoy giveaways, food and games as you connect with the Panther family.
Randy Pilkington

UNI’s Pilkington recognized for lasting impact on the Cedar Valley

UNI's Randy Pilkington is the 2024 recipient of the Cedar Valley Legacy Award from Grow Cedar Valley.
Entrepreneur serving food to student in Rialto

UNI’s Rialto Dining Center hosts annual takeover with local food entrepreneurs

UNI Dining and John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center are proud to present the return of the second annual UNI Dining Takeover.
Jodi Magness

Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus: Free lecture open to community

Members of the community are welcome to learn about the key geographic sites associated with Jesus at an upcoming free lecture.
UNI honors West Gym in vision for future

The end of an era

For nearly a century, the West Gym has had an iconic presence on the University of Northern Iowa campus. Originally named the Men’s Gymnasium, its presence has been constant through countless sporting events, PE classes, dances, pep rallies, concerts, commencements and more.
STEM Festival in UNI-DOME

A week of STEM excitement unfolds at UNI

This week at the University of Northern Iowa is a special one for STEM education, with two big events coming to campus.
Purple, teal and gold arrows graphic

Equipping our school leaders for challenging times

Educational leadership faculty and alumni discuss the current state of educational leadership at UNI and at K-12 schools around the state.
Seven UNI faculty who won Intellectual Property and Innovation Disclosure Competition II

Seven UNI faculty advance research following Intellectual Property and Innovation Disclosure Competition II

Seven innovative ideas by University of Northern Iowa faculty won a cash prize and university support to move forward with their research.