CHAS Stories & News

Health careers you may not have heard of (and how to land one!)

We’ve all heard of doctors and nurses, but the health care field is so much broader than that. Here are some health careers you may not have heard of!

Timeless Journeys: How UNI students used historic photos to connect with dementia patients

Theatre students at UNI joined forces with the gerontology department to create meaningful connections with community members living with dementia.

UNI offers Free Application Week Oct. 19-24

The University of Northern Iowa doesn’t want an application fee to stand between you and your future. That’s why UNI is offering Free Application Week Oct. 19-24, 2025 to high school and transfer students.

UNI to host 2025 “Halloween House” for children and their families

Enjoy a spooky good time at the annual Halloween House, with science made fun by UNI students who are studying the sciences.

What is a foundry? Where cutting-edge labs forge career-ready skills.

If you’re interested in an engineering or manufacturing career, real-world experience in a foundry will help set you up for success. Find out how!

UNI becomes new home for Iowa’s Migratory Education Program

UNI has partnered with the Iowa Department of Education to become the new statewide hub for the Iowa Migratory Education Program — a federally funded, state-administered initiative that supports the education of nearly 4,000 children of migratory agricultural workers across Iowa.

TheatreUNI presents “Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood”

For its first production of the 2025-26 season, TheatreUNI will present “Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood” by Adam Szymkowicz.

UNI construction management students build Homecoming float from scratch

Not wanting to see the University of Northern Iowa launch its sesquicentennial celebration without some form of birthday cake, construction management students stepped in to get the job done.

A career in teaching: A path for any passion

A career in teaching is one option for taking your love of a subject and turning it into a fulfilling job. Check out some of the degree choices!

UNI triple major absorbs engineering experience at every turn

Elijah Yates is enrolled in three engineering programs at the University of Northern Iowa. Each one allows him to gain hands-on experience he's passionate about.