Freshmen

Micaiah Krutsinger and friends in downtown Cedar Falls

Mar 20, 2023

Meet Micaiah Krutsinger on “The College Tour”

One of Micaiah Krutsinger’s favorite features of UNI is actually the amazing opportunities the Cedar Valley offers. There's no shortage of things for UNI students to do in their free time!

Mar 16, 2023

Meet Kira Manuel on “The College Tour”

Before she was in high school, Kira Manuel had actually never been to a college campus before. The first in her family to go to a four-year university, Manuel didn’t really know much about college – except that it was expensive.

Mar 09, 2023

Students experience breathtaking sights of Iceland during study abroad

For 17 UNI students, winter break offered an escape to one of the most interesting and beautiful countries in the world - Iceland.

Mar 09, 2023

Meet Luigi Lopez on “The College Tour”

Right away, Luigi Lopez knew UNI was a great fit. From its campus size to the supportive faculty and staff, UNI has provided Lopez with many amazing opportunities to get involved on campus and develop academically and professionally.

Mar 06, 2023

Meet Liz Clark on “The College Tour”

After high school, Liz Clark attended an online community college while living at home, but she felt like she was missing out on the campus life experience. After visiting the University of Northern Iowa campus, Clark knew she wanted to transfer to UNI to study - and live.

Feb 23, 2023

Meet Grace Fleming on “The College Tour”

Hear about Grace Fleming's experience finding her perfect fit at the University of Northern Iowa on UNI's episode of "The College Tour."

Feb 15, 2023

UNI Day at the Capitol in Des Moines very successful

Faculty, staff, students and alums from the University of Northern Iowa gathered at the Iowa State Capitol on Feb. 14 to celebrate the many ways UNI's programs, facilities and resources support the education of future generations, as well as industry and workforce needs across the state.

Ethan Arnold and Mallory Burdt with Mallory showing engagement ring

Feb 14, 2023

Picture perfect: engaged couple meets through UNI class photo

Mallory Burdt and Ethan Arnold, who are getting married in September, can say they have a photo of the exact moment they met at UNI as freshmen.

Stars of "The College Tour" on stage at premiere event

Feb 09, 2023

UNI goes Hollywood at purple carpet premiere of “The College Tour”

The University of Northern Iowa premiered its episode of "The College Tour" at a special premiere event on campus on Feb. 8.

Nov 14, 2022

Dr. Nancy Kertz selected as UNI’s executive director of nursing, chief academic nurse administrator

Dr. Nancy Kertz will serve as the executive director of nursing and chief academic nurse administrator for nursing at the University of Northern Iowa.

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - The University of Northern Iowa is working to plan, develop and implement a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to support the health care needs of Iowa communities thanks to the approval of the Iowa Board of Regents on November 10. To reach that goal as quickly as possible, UNI has selected Dr. Nancy Kertz to serve as the university’s executive director of nursing and chief academic nurse administrator (CANA). READ A MESSAGE FROM DR. NANCY KERTZ Owning 17 years of experience in higher education leadership and nursing program development, Dr. Kertz will...

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