UNI Foundation Stories & News

UNI Foundation raises nearly $40 million in FY24, continuing university’s fundraising success

The University of Northern Iowa Foundation raised $39.9 million in support of UNI during the 2023-24 fiscal year.

Philanthropy fuels UNI community engagement

Gifts from Veridian Credit Union, the R.J. McElroy Trust and others play a big role in the 600,000 volunteer hours UNI students log each year.

UNI Nursing surpasses $1 million in donor support through Our Tomorrow Campaign

Alumni and friends of UNI have made a considerable investment to help launch the university’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.

UNI nursing program receives $275,000 grant to enhance maternal health and critical care education

A grant from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust will unlock specialized, hands-on learning experiences for students in UNI's brand-new nursing program.

UNI launches second year of TC’s Tee campaign to support student scholarships

The University of Northern Iowa is excited to introduce the latest edition of TC's Tee, offering a fresh way to showcase Panther Pride.

An innovative hub for nursing education

The first phase of renovations to the Innovative Teaching and Technology Center, which will house nursing on UNI's campus, is complete.

Young Family Foundation’s $400,000 gift leads way on UNI wrestling training facility fundraising

The Young Family Foundation of Waterloo has announced a lead gift of $400,000 toward a new training facility for UNI’s wrestling program.

Poe family announces major gift to UNI-Dome renovation

A local family of multi-generational UNI graduates have announced a major donation to create a vibrant future for Panther Athletics.

Aegon Transamerica Foundation awards $50,000 to support first-generation students in Cedar Rapids through UNI Center for Urban Education

A two-year grant provided is helping to increase access to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students.

UNI awards full-ride scholarship to Cedar Rapids student who shines as leader, mentor

Landyn Mitvalsky, a senior at Washington High School in Cedar Rapids, has been named the 2024 Noel Scholar and will attend the Wilson College of Business at the University of Northern Iowa on a full-ride scholarship. The Noel Scholar program, now in its third year, covers all expenses, thanks to a donation from Rick and Lisa Noel.