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Four alumni selected for induction into UNI Hall of Excellence

Four distinguished University of Northern Iowa alumni will be inducted into the 2023 Elinor A. Crawford and William R. Thrall Hall of Excellence on October 6 and 7.
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Gerdin Charitable Foundation’s $1 million gift establishes UNI Gerontology Chair

A transformative gift from the Gerdin Charitable Foundation will significantly enhance the University of Northern Iowa’s ability to train the next generation of elder care professionals working in the field of gerontology.
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UNI’s nursing program receives Higher Learning Commission accreditation

UNI's highly anticipated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is set to launch after receiving final approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
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University of Northern Iowa and Des Moines University sign partnership agreement to help students interested in health care

UNI and Des Moines University have announced a new partnership to create enhanced pathways for UNI students seeking medical and health sciences careers. 
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UNI restructures health programs to launch new School of Health and Human Sciences

UNI is addressing the increasing needs in Iowa for health professionals with a new School of Health and Human Sciences.
Glynis Worthington with pickleball paddle at dissertation defense

At age 61, the study of pickleball led Glynis Worthington to earn her doctorate

For Glynis Worthington, the decision to return to the workforce for the first time in 22 years started with earning her Doctor of Education.
Rendering of renovated ITTC building

UNI supports nurses

As the annual “Nurses Week” comes to a close, UNI looks forward to the launch of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program in fall 2024. 
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UNI’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing program finds a home

This week the Iowa Board of Regents approved the first phase of the university’s ambitious plan to renovate its Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC) to house the nursing program.
UNI is first in the world with newest synthetic human anatomy models, offering students opportunities for hands on learning

UNI is first in the world with newest synthetic human anatomy models, offering students opportunities for hands-on learning

UNI was the first school in Iowa, and one of the first in the nation, to use synthetic cadavers - also known as  syndavers - in its classrooms, and has since become a model for other institutions across the state when it comes to integrating the use of syndavers into its programs.
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What can you do with a master’s degree in kinesiology?

Wondering what you can do with a master's degree in kinesiology? We've got you covered! Find out about the many professions this degree prepares you for.