Rod Library Stories & News

A graphic showing information for RODCON, happening Saturday April 5, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm at Rod Library

RodCon marks 10 years of comics, crafts and creativity at UNI’s Rod Library

Join us for the tenth year of RodCon on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a FREE mini-comic book/pop-culture convention.
Student taking notes in textbook

UNI’s Textbook Equity initiative sets new record for student savings

The University of Northern Iowa’s Textbook Equity initiative has reached a record-breaking milestone, saving UNI students nearly $900,000 in 2024 alone — an 84% increase from the previous year.
Career Readiness Day, Resume Review, Headshots, Walk-ins

Spring Career Readiness: FREE Headshots

Join us for the Spring Career Readiness Day for resume review and free headshots at Rod Library on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Information Wants To Be Free: Community Over Commercialization

UNI Open Access Day

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UNI student holding sign that says #TextbookEquity matters because it helps me with my finances and I get more education

Campuswide initiative saves UNI students $2.4 million on course materials

UNI's Textbook Equity initiative focuses on increasing access to high-quality course materials that are affordable, accessible and inclusive.
Mary Ann Bolton Award Winners

2024 Mary Ann Bolton Undergraduate Research Award Winners

The Mary Ann Bolton Undergraduate Research Award is given to students who demonstrate excellence in library research conducted for an undergraduate paper or project carried out under the guidance of a UNI faculty member or mentor. Congratulations to the following students for their hard work and dedication to undergraduate research. Their projects can be found on the UNI ScholarWorks site and the student will be recognized and awarded $1,200 to the first-place winner and $800 to two runner-ups.

student petting a golden retriever

De-Stress Activities for Finals at Rod Library

Take part in the de-stress activities the week of April 29- May 3 with games, snacks, shrink dinks, origami, and adorable pets.
RodCon Saturday, April 6 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. Rod Library, UNI campus.

Ninth RodCon to welcome pop culture lovers on UNI campus

This mini comic book convention promises a welcoming environment where enthusiasts unite to celebrate their shared passion of comics, heroes and the arts.
5 Million Global Downloads

UNI ScholarWorks has reached 5 MILLION global downloads!

We couldn't have done it without YOU! UNI ScholarWorks has reached 5 MILLION global downloads! This incredible achievement belongs to the entire UNI community: each college and discipline at UNI added to the total of 5 million downloads.
digital camera

Spring Career Readiness Headshot Day

Have a free headshot taken and review your resume with Career Services. Whether you’re looking for a job or internship or participating in social networking opportunities like LinkedIn, a polished look can set you apart from the competition.