Student Life Stories & News

Nickole Dillard

UNI alum pays it forward to next generation with work as director of Educational Opportunity Center

Nickole DillardIf you ask Nickole Dillard why she is so passionate about the work TRIO programs at University of Northern Iowa Center for Urban Education (UNI-CUE) do, she’d tell you, “I am TRIO.”

Christine Deam (left) with oldest son Chase, youngest son Christian and husband Matt.

‘Never too late’: After 20 years of delay, 46-year-old UNI graduate earns long-desired degree

Christine Deam with oldest son Chase, youngest son Christian,and husband Matt. For 20 years, thoughts of returning to college and finishing her bachelor’s degree have lived in the back of Christine Deam’s brain, quietly reminding her of goals left unfinished.

Gallagher Bluedorn Announces New Season of Big, Bold, Fun

Gallagher Bluedorn announces new season of big, bold fun

Gallagher Bluedorn Announces New Season of Big, Bold, FunThe Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center is preparing for yet another season of fun with their fall 2022 Artist Series line-up!

UNI designated a Military Spouse Friendly School

UNI designated a Military Spouse Friendly School

UNI designated a Military Spouse Friendly SchoolThe University of Northern Iowa has earned a Military Spouse Friendly School designation for its efforts in creating sustainable and meaningful education paths for military spouses. 

Sally the Salad Robot

UNI Housing & Dining to offer elevated dining experience this fall

Sally the Salad RobotUNI Housing & Dining is elevating the student dining experience this fall with changes coming to the food court in Maucker Union.

An educator works with a high school student

UNI financial literacy program prepares Iowa high schoolers with 21st century skills

An educator works with a high school studentThe University of Northern Iowa is expanding its financial literacy outreach to Iowa high school students and teachers, thanks to the support of several Iowa credit unions and financial institutions, including the Iowa Credit Union Foundation and Transamerica.

Promo poster for B.F.A. exhibit

UNI Gallery of Art to present 'B.F.A. Exhibition'

Promo poster for B.F.A. exhibitCEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- The University of Northern Iowa Gallery of Art will present the spring 2022 B.F.A. Exhibition, which will open with a reception starting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 28 in the Kamerick Art Building South lobby. The exhibition ends on Friday, May 13.

Heather Harbach and her daughters stand in front of a UNI sign

The first in her family to go to college, Heather Harbach is UNI's new VP for Student Life

Heather Harbach and her daughters stand in front of a UNI signAs the first in her family to earn a college degree, Heather Harbach – the new vice president for student life – understands some of the obstacles students can face when embarking on their academic journey.

Alexis Moller

Future educator tops off legacy at UNI with Lux Service Award

Alexis Moller is a graduating senior who's confident of the legacy of passion and kindness she's left at UNI. And it's culminated with a Lux Service Award.
Jerrell Bates with Lux Service Award

UNI senior believes Lux Service Award shows tremendous personal growth

Jerrell Bates may have come into college as an introvert who wasn't even sure if he wanted to be at college — but he's leaving a Lux Service Award winner.