Student Life Stories & News

Koby Lampman refereeing UNI intramural basketball

UNI students step up to address referee shortage in youth sports

One group of UNI students has been stepping in to ensure local youth sports games are properly staffed by trained officials.
Panther Pantry

Updates to Panther Pantry will bring more awareness to student resource

Panther Pantry has moved from the lower level of Maucker Union to a highly visible location, dramatically increasing both its size and accessibility. 
UNI women's rugby high-fiving crowd

“A wild 24 hours” leads UNI Women’s Rugby to compete for national championship

The University of Northern Iowa Women’s Rugby Club is headed to the highest stage in collegiate club rugby. After a strong postseason run that ended in the Final Four of the women’s Division IAA bracket, UNI has been invited to advance and compete for the national championship this weekend.
UNI students clean up along highway

UNI students launch Adopt-A-Highway project in honor of late peer

The University of Northern Iowa Veterans Association (UNIVA) and the Health and Family Services Club have joined forces to adopt a local highway, turning a student’s vision into reality and honoring her legacy through community service.
Briella Curtis and ZaKiyah Timmons-Crear with their awards

UNI honors recipients of 2025 Student Leadership Awards

The University of Northern Iowa celebrated student achievement and service during its annual Student Leadership Awards ceremony, held Tuesday, April 15.
Two UNI students talking on campus

How to choose a college: 7 steps to make your decision

Don’t let College Decision Day pass you by without making a commitment. Here are some considerations to help you choose the college that’s right for you.
Lizbeth Montalvo, Delaney Nagel and Samantha Robinson holding Lux Service Awards

University of Northern Iowa announces 2025 Lux Service Award winners

The University of Northern Iowa has named Lizbeth Montalvo, Delaney Nagel and Samantha Robinson as recipients of the prestigious 2025 Lux Service Award.
An image are of RadioUNI online

UNI radio broadcasting gets new life online

Radio UNI has rebranded to solely focus its efforts on web streaming, empowering students to be heard around the world.
PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference in Maucker Union Ballrooms

UNI to host PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference on March 26

The PTSD Awareness & Suicide Prevention Conference is open to military members, veterans, their families and friends, community members, professionals, students, staff, and faculty.
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.