CHAS Stories & News

Halloween House 2025

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.
Foundry workers pouring hot metal

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 campus in the fall

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.
Marian promotional photo

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.
Students saw wood for UNI Homecoming float

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.
Student teacher in the classroom

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!
Elijah Yates working with robot in the Applied Engineering Building

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.
UNI students with their robot Prowler

UNI engineering clubs offer professional skills-building and community

Find out about the numerous student organizations related to engineering offered at the University of Northern Iowa.
Person getting packaging ready

What can I do with a graphic technology degree?

Have you thought about getting a bachelor’s degree in graphic technology? If you’re a hands-on creative who loves utilizing the latest tech, this could be your dream major.
A group of people pose for a photo. One is holding a sign that says "Just got inducted into the UNI Teacher Education Program"

UNI celebrates future educators at 62nd Teacher Education Convocation

UNI held its annual Teacher Education Convocation, welcoming future educators into the teacher education program. This event encompasses students from all academic colleges at UNI, highlighting the expansiveness of Iowa’s largest teacher education program.