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Here’s a look at some of UNI’s Top Stories of 2022

2022 was a fantastic year at the University of Northern Iowa!  Here are some of our favorite stories of the year.

Grant of nearly $1 million helps UNI expand computer science education program for teachers

UNI has created a program that will help Iowa teachers receive their computer science education endorsement thanks to a recent grant of nearly $1 million.

WATCH: How a computer science degree from UNI makes you an expert problem solver

Learn about the excitement of the University of Northern Iowa's computer science degree through computer science student Tyler Michalicek.

Dr. Nancy Kertz selected as UNI’s executive director of nursing, chief academic nurse administrator

Dr. Nancy Kertz will serve as the executive director of nursing and chief academic nurse administrator for nursing at the University of Northern Iowa.

Nursing program at the University of Northern Iowa approved by Iowa Board of Regents

The Iowa Board of Regents approved a proposal from the University of Northern Iowa to launch a nursing major in fall 2024.

UNI helps demystify coding by hosting Hour of Code event

The Hour of Code will return to UNI for a third time on Nov. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Schindler Education Center. 

Award to purchase new spectrometer will propel Wind Cave research forward

UNI students will be able to use a new spectrometer in their research at Wind Cave National Park, thanks to a professor's competition win.

Patrick Fier, Merck scientist and UNI alum, to speak on developing new medicines

The University of Northern Iowa Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry will welcome Patrick Fier to speak as part of this year’s Leland Wilson Lecture Series. Fier will present “The Importance of Organic Chemistry in Developing New Medicines” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, in the Lantz Auditorium in McCollum Science Hall. The event is free and open to the public.

UNI Alum Dr. Kimryn Rathmell recognized for incredible contributions in kidney cancer research

University of Northern Iowa alum Dr. Kimryn Rathmell (‘91) was elected this year to membership in the National Academy of Medicine (NAM), a prestigious, non-governmental organization that advises the nation and the world on important aspects of medical science, health care and public health.

UNI to host 'Halloween House' for children and their families

The University of Northern Iowa will be hosting "Halloween House" on Oct. 28 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in McCollum Science Hall.