CHAS Stories & News

Graduation caps

UNI prepares to celebrate nearly 700 graduates at fall 2024 Commencement

Among the graduates are 212 first-generation college students and 25 military veterans, highlighting UNI’s commitment to supporting student success.
Fall 2024 grads

Meet the fall 2024 grads

It’s the most wonderful time of year at the University of Northern Iowa - Commencement time! Here’s a glimpse into our grads' experiences and future plans.
Grant Veeder

Public service, history and a new chapter for Black Hawk County auditor Grant Veeder

After 43 years in public service, UNI alum and Black Hawk County auditor Grant Veeder is headed for retirement and ready to start a new chapter.
Sara Petersen holding award

UNI peer educator wins national award

Sara Petersen's time tutoring in The Learning Center has been especially impactful during her time at UNI. It's culminated with winning a national award.
Kamyar Enshayan and Ashley Coffin

UNI Center for Energy & Environmental Education names new director

In 2025, Kamyar Enshayan will officially pass the torch of leading UNI's Center for Energy & Enviornmental Education to Ashley Coffin.
Engineering students

Thinking of becoming an engineer? Here’s what you need to know!

Get answers to your common questions about engineering such as determining what is engineering, top engineering degrees and how to succeed in the field.
BFA exhibition fall 2024

UNI Gallery of Art to present student BFA group exhibition

The University of Northern Iowa Gallery of Art will present the fall 2024 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) group exhibition from Monday, Dec. 9.
Austin Hansen, Blake Ruane and Jefferson Fosbender holding their awards

Friendship fuels UNI alums to first place in film competition

Five UNI alums gathered in Des Moines this summer to create a short film in just 48 hours. Their efforts won them first place out of nearly 50 entries.
Renderings for costumes in The Tempest.

Behind the Curtain: A look into TheatreUNI's Costume Studio

Tucked away in the basement of the University of Northern Iowa’s Strayer-Wood Theatre, the costume studio is lively and busy.
Bill Harwood blowing glass

From beakers to blown glass: UNI chemistry professor showcases art

Chemistry department head Bill Harwood is adding artist to his resume, as he has provided glass-blown artwork for a new exhibit at the UNI Gallery of Art.