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Chepina Rumsey publishes “Nurturing Math Curiosity With Learners in Grades K-2”

A book from Chepina Rumsey, associate professor of mathematics education at UNI, and her co-author, Jody Guarino, is now published.
Child playing the cicada game

Cicadas in the classroom: Learning math through nature-inspired kids game

The natural phenomenon of cicada broods emerging inspired UNI Associate Professor Chepina Rumsey to create a math game.
Waterloo students explore developing literacy skills and exploring science, technology, engineering and mathematics

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.
Mark Welford and Natalie Nedza

As a nurse, she saved his life. Now at UNI, they’re co-workers.

Her first day on the job at UNI, Natalie Nedza recognized her office neighbor... She helped save his life months before.
UNI student holding sign that says #TextbookEquity matters because it helps me with my finances and I get more education

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.
Bill Henninger with signed memorandum of understanding

UNI forms 3+1 family services program with university in Kosovo

The University of Northern Iowa’s close relationship with the people and academic institutions of Kosovo continues to strengthen and expand.
Students network with professionals at desks

UNI professor provides students “Next Step” into the real world

Most graduates entering the “real world” are left to figure out these things on their own… until now, thanks to the Next Step Program at UNI.
Bill Henninger and Elaine Eshbaugh

UNI professor’s selfless act of organ donation saves a life

Bill Henninger saw an opportunity to help a stranger in need and made the decision to donate his kidney, potentially saving their life.
UNI campus in the summer

TESOL professional development events held in April

Learn about the Iowa Symposium on English Language Teaching and TESOL Club Conference
Begeman Hall

UNI physics faculty awarded millions to research of biomanufacturing, quantum computers and materials engineering

UNI physics faculty have been awarded three National Science Foundation (NSF) and one Department of Energy (DOE) research grants.