STEM Stories & News

A UNI student talks through his research at the Summer Undergraduate Research Program Symposium

Student Research Symposium Highlights Growth Through Discovery

Student researchers move beyond the classroom to apply what they’ve learned in new ways and share the results of their work with the campus community.
Isaac Simpon

UNI senior to become first materials science engineering grad

Next spring, Isaac Simpson will become the University of Northern Iowa's first materials science engineering grad after an academic career filled with opportunity.
Community members birding at BioBlitz

UNI Department of Biology hosts second annual BioBlitz on Sept. 13

The University of Northern Iowa Department of Biology invites families, students, alumni and community members to take part in its second annual BioBlitz Saturday, Sept. 13, during UNI’s Family Weekend.
Begeman Hall

UNI Physics leads $1 million NSF grant to advance quantum research

The University of Northern Iowa Department of Physics has been awarded a $340,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a collaborative research project exploring the magnetic properties of advanced materials with potential applications in quantum technologies.
Student researcher inside Wind Cave

UNI’s NASA-funded research in fluorescent caves could shed light on life beyond earth

UNI students involved in wind cave research presented at the American Chemical Society spring meeting, alongside researchers from across the globe.
Applied Engineering Building ribbon cutting ceremony

University of Northern Iowa celebrates ribbon cutting of Applied Engineering Building

More than two and a half years after breaking ground on the project, the University of Northern Iowa celebrated its newly renovated Applied Engineering Building with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday.
UNI Physics students standing in front of a the American Physical Society Summit sign

UNI Physics students present research at American Physical Society Summit

During the week of spring break, UNI Physics majors Brandon Schmidt, Caden Sadler and Salimatou Diallo attended the American Physical Society's Global Physics Summit 2025 in Anaheim, California, where they presented their research on magnetic Heusler alloys.
Graduate Students

Pursue your graduate degree at UNI

Choosing to earn a graduate degree is a smart investment that pays for itself. UNI grad education is high-quality and highly affordable.
Engineering student

5 best engineering jobs in high demand with high salaries

A degree from the University of Northern Iowa can open doorways to the best engineering jobs that are in high demand today. Discover your options!
Man in suit smiling for photo with a purple and white background

Meet an Adjunct: Gil Schultz

UNI construction management students take essential safety courses, guided by adjunct professor Gil Schultz. With 30 years of experience at John Deere, Schultz certifies students with their OSHA 30-hour card and helps them apply real-world safety practices. Beyond UNI, he serves on the Cedar Falls City Council, dedicated to making a lasting impact in both education and the community.