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A UNI graduate celebrates during a commencement ceremony

UNI releases Spring 2024 graduation and dean's lists

To be eligible for the dean's list, a student must have earned a grade point average of no less than 3.50 while earning a minimum of 12 semester hours in which at least 1 semester hour is graded credit.
Text reads Gallagher Bluedorn 24-25 Season On Sale June 21 over a swirling blue and purple background with a collage of performing artists

Gallagher Bluedorn Announces 2024-2025 Season Lineup

Tickets are on sale June 21 for Gallagher Bluedorn's 24-25 season lineup, featuring an eclectic mix of world-class performances that will captivate audiences of all ages and tastes.
Tour of the Foundry 4.0 Center

UNI centers kick off summer with Industry 4.0 and Foundry 4.0 workshops for businesses and foundry owners

UNI's Metal Casting Center, Foundry 4.0 Center and the Center for Business Growth & Innovation will provide four virtual, multi-session workshop series.
Bryce Hasselman and Derek R. Koppes holding Capstone Awards

UNI graduates among top scorers of CPA exam in Iowa

The Iowa Society of CPAs has honored two recent UNI graduates who achieved among the highest scores for the CPA exam in Iowa.
Teachers watching students do their homework

Innovative program at UNI leads to dozens of new elementary educators

More than 60 new educators are ready to launch their own elementary school classrooms for the first time, thanks to an innovative new program at UNI.
TC on float at Homecoming parade

Panthers on Parade: The official theme for the 2024 UNI Homecoming Parade

“Panthers on Parade” will take center stage as the theme of this year’s University of Northern Iowa homecoming parade on Oct. 26 in downtown Cedar Falls.
Brian Downing receives Educational Leadership Legacy Award

Principal Brian Downing receives Educational Leadership Legacy Award

Brian Downing, Okoboji High School principal, has received the 2024 UNI Educational Leadership Legacy Award.
Big Grove Des Moines staff members accept their Iowa Green Brewery Certification

Big Grove Des Moines achieves platinum Iowa Green Brewery Certification

Big Grove Brewery and Taproom in Des Moines has achieved platinum level certification from the Iowa Green Brewery Certification (IGBC) program.
Military Friendly School 2024-2025 Gold

UNI earns Military Friendly designation for five years in a row

UNI maintained its Gold Status as a Military Friendly School, and once again earned the rank of Military Spouse Friendly School.
Student walking during commencement

Spring 2024: More than 1,400 will earn degrees from UNI

The University of Northern Iowa celebrates the more than 1,400 students who will be earning degrees during commencement ceremonies this weekend.