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University of Northern Iowa to host virtual succession planning panel with the Nelson Family of Kemin Industries

Family-owned businesses play a vital role in Midwest communities. The Family Business Center has upcoming programming on preserving these businesses.

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Receives $175,159 P2 Grant to enhance brewery pollution prevention programs

The Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) at the University of Northern Iowa is excited to announce the receipt of a $175,159 Pollution Prevention (P2) Grant funded by the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Pollution Prevention Grant Program.

FAFSA 2025-26 open for current and incoming UNI students

Current and incoming UNI students who are interested in receiving grants, loans, scholarships or work study should complete the FAFSA by the university priority deadline of Feb. 7 to maximize opportunities for financial aid. UNI’s school code is 001890.

UNI recognized as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting

UNI is one of 471 colleges and universities recognized for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation in the 2024 election.

Tubbs Teaching Connections at UNI explores “The Future of Teaching”

Exploring the future landscape of teaching is the focus of the 2024 Bill and Linda Tubbs Teaching Connections, a professional development day at UNI.

The Gallagher Bluedorn announces the second annual “A Bel Canto Christmas: Songs of the Season”

On Dec. 14, voices from across the Cedar Valley will come together to celebrate the holiday season for “A Bel Canto Christmas: Songs of the Season.”

Minnesota Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” live at Gallagher Bluedorn

Local youth dancers will be performing alongside the Minnesota Ballet for three performances of the famous ballet, “The Nutcracker.”

Indigo Girls concert canceled due to illness, rescheduling planned for fall 2025

Due to illness, the Indigo Girls have canceled their scheduled performance at the Gallagher Bluedorn on Friday, Nov. 1.

UNI updates curriculum to better prepare future teachers

A newly-transformed curriculum awaits University of Northern Iowa freshmen and transfer students aspiring to teach, effective fall 2025.

UNI readies second phase of UNI-Dome renovation

Two years after UNI announced a major capital campaign to renovate the UNI-Dome, the first phase of the project is complete.