Campus & Community Stories & News

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.

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.

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.

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.

Aegon Transamerica Foundation awards $50,000 to support first-generation students in Cedar Rapids through UNI Center for Urban Education

A two-year grant provided is helping to increase access to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students.

Auditions announced for THE MUSIC MAN at Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

Performers of all experience levels welcome to audition for fall production

Olivia Chambers named to Team USA for 2024 Paris Paralympics

Olivia Chambers became the first UNI swimmer in school history to be named to the United States team for the Paralympic Games on Sunday.

Campuswide initiative saves UNI students $2.4 million on course materials

UNI's Textbook Equity initiative focuses on increasing access to high-quality course materials that are affordable, accessible and inclusive.

Here are your UNI connections to the 2024 Summer Olympics

The U.S. Olympic Trials are underway, and several current and former UNI Panthers are hoping to earn their spot to compete in Paris later this summer.

Olivia Chambers named 2024 MVC Most Courageous Award winner

Chambers' selection marks the second consecutive year a Panther student-athlete has been recognized with the honor following the selection of men's basketball forward Austin Phyfe in 2023.