Student Life Stories & News

Fans in the stands cheer for the UNI wrestling team.

UNI Wrestling sets McLeod Center attendance record in historic win

A record-breaking crowd of fans packed the McLeod Center, setting a new all-time attendance record for any sport in the arena’s history.
2024 Women's 4v4 Volleyball Champions

Intramural sports participation skyrockets at UNI

With efforts to advance intramural sports on campus, the University of Northern Iowa is seeing the highest number of students participating in intramurals in 10 years.
UNI students participate in Aqua Olympics

UNI intramural programming earns its first-ever national award

The University of Northern Iowa has won a national award for its Aqua Olympics programming at the WRC.
Student tabling at International Education Week event

Celebrate International Education Week at UNI: A week of culture, learning and global connections

Get a sneak peak of what to expect at International Education Week 2024 at the University of Northern Iowa.
Cole Siebenahler and Jacob Lange holding up two fish each

UNI Fishing Club reels in success

For Cole Siebenahler and Jacob Lange, the UNI Fishing Club is the highlight of their UNI experience. They've succeeded as a team in numerous competitions.
The Lemons and Waggoner family decked out in UNI gear

Bettendorf family honored at UNI Family Weekend as 2024 Forever Family

UNI celebrated the Lemons and Waggoner family from Bettendorf as the 2024 Forever Family during its annual Family Weekend, held Oct. 4-6.
Paint robot featured on UNI soccer field.

New automated paint robot leaves its mark on UNI sports fields

In July, Facilities Management took the next step towards advancement, investing in the tablet-operated robot that can paint just about any sports field.
New hammock poles located outside Hagemann Hall.

UNI provides students with a new way to hang out

UNI Facilities Management collaborated with UNI Housing and Dining to provide students with a new way to hammock on campus.
Panthers Give Back event in Maucker Union.

Panthers Give Back event introduces new students to local nonprofits

The Panthers Give Back is an event held each year to introduce new Panthers to different nonprofit organizations in the Cedar Valley.
Student on UNI campus

You Matter at UNI: Know your resources for support

The University of Northern Iowa wants students to know how much you matter. People and resources exist on campus to support your mental well-being.