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Nursing student checking on manikin

An innovative hub for nursing education

The first phase of renovations to the Innovative Teaching and Technology Center, which will house nursing on UNI's campus, is complete.
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.
Students in UNI nursing apparel in front of campanile

Donors launch scholarship initiative for UNI nursing students

As UNI gears up to welcome the inaugural class of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program students this fall, donors are already rallying to support the future nurses.
Jimmy Reyes helps student examine simulated patient

Meet the members of UNI’s nursing faculty

UNI is eagerly anticipating the launch of our new Bachelors of Science in Nursing within the Department of Nursing & Public Health.
Health alum Trevor Bibler smiling for a picture with a blue shirt and orange tie on

Caring for What’s Right

What happens when a patient or their family disagrees with a healthcare team on the best course of action? If you’re at the Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas, there’s a chance Trevor Bibler will get involved.
Students in the kitchen in the Dementia Simulation House

UNI Dementia Simulation House marks two-year anniversary

Two mark the two-year anniversary of the house, a UNI student reflects on her experiences with the Dementia Simulation House.
Kimryn Rathmell in front of an American flag

W. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, begins work as 17th director of the National Cancer Institute

The 17th director of the National Cancer Institute is University of Northern Iowa alum Dr. Kimryn Rathmell.
Jimmy Reyes

Driving change: Jimmy Reyes’ impact on UNI’s nursing program and beyond

Next fall, UNI will start its first standalone Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, and Jimmy Reyes is working now to lay its foundation.
Student wearing blood pressure cuff

UNI welcomes future health and helping professionals at Health and Human Sciences Visit Day

The University of Northern Iowa is offering a new opportunity for students interested in a career in health and helping.
System of Support Conference

UNI’s System of Support Conference focuses on accessing and achieving equity through health and well-being

The UNI College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, Educational Opportunity Center and Center for Urban Education welcome the community to participate in the 2023 System of Support Conference.