Education Stories & News

Colleen Mulholland

Extending excellence in teacher education

This Teacher Appreciation Week, the dean of the UNI College of Education reflects on how UNI is shaping the future of education.
Jacob Kurt firefighting internship for RTNL

RTNL major Jacob Kurt shapes his path through getting hands-on at UNI

Getting hands-on at University of Northern Iowa led to a multitude of experiences that helped shape a degree and future career path for Jacob Kurt.
UNI student working on laptop

UNI announces streamlined micro-credential programs for professionals seeking certificates or teaching endorsements

A new initiative at the University of Northern Iowa offers an enhanced set of micro-credentials in the form of certificates and Iowa teaching endorsements to meet the needs of learners seeking flexibility in achieving their educational goals.
Tatiana Schaapherder ziplining in Zambia

A UNI teaching major took this student around the world

Tatiana Schaapherder’s UNI journey toward an art education degree spanned four continents — and she wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Children playing on a playground.

National Program for Playground Safety celebrates 30 years at UNI

Over the past 30 years, the National Program for Playground Safety has grown from a small initiative at the University of Northern Iowa into an internationally recognized leader in playground safety.
Lucy Gipple holding "My first day as a Panther" sign on UNI campus

UNI’s Lucy Gipple tackles statewide leadership role

Lucy Gipple, a freshman at the University of Northern Iowa, is the newest member of the Iowa Board of Regents and the sole student representative.
Teacher working with students

UNI’s fourth Social and Emotional Learning Conference set for April 4

The continued need for social and emotional learning in an age of artificial intelligence will lead off University of Northern Iowa’s fourth Social and Emotional Learning Conference on April 4. 
Woman teaching in a classroom

New UNI master’s degree in teaching adds option for career-changers to teach

A newly approved Master of Arts in Teaching degree in secondary education at the University of Northern Iowa adds another online pathway for working professionals ready to apply their skills to middle and high school classrooms. 
Nicole Roder

UNI-trained principal earns Iowa Principal of the Year recognition

Given the esteemed reputation of UNI teacher education, it’s no surprise this year’s Iowa Principal of the Year, Nicole Roder, is a UNI graduate.
Graduate Students

Pursue your graduate degree at UNI

Choosing to earn a graduate degree is a smart investment that pays for itself. UNI grad education is high-quality and highly affordable.