University Relations Stories & News

UNI partners with award-winning documentary ‘Women of the White Buffalo’ to raise awareness of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives crisis

UNI partners with award-winning documentary ‘Women of the White Buffalo’ to raise awareness of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives crisis

To raise awareness regarding the Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives (#MMIR) crisis, the award-winning documentary “Women of the White Buffalo” will be shown at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 10 in the Lang Hall auditorium on the University of Northern Iowa campus. A discussion with Native panelists who will share their own perspectives in regards to the ongoing public health crisis will follow the film at 7 p.m.
Patrick Fier, Merck scientist and UNI alum, to speak on developing new medicines

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

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’s new individual studies human services major meeting needs of online and place-bound learners

UNI’s new individual studies human services major meeting needs of online and place-bound learners

The University of Northern Iowa just rolled out its new individual studies: human services major, a completely online program, designed for place-bound students who have already achieved an associate’s degree, that combines curriculum from UNI’s five already-established human-services oriented majors — family services, gerontology, psychology, social work and sociology — to create a flexible and dynamic learning experience for students who are unable to attend in-person classes.  
UNI art department welcomes visiting artist, alum Duane Slick

UNI art department welcomes visiting artist, alum Duane Slick

The University of Northern Iowa Department of Art will welcome visiting artist and alumnus Duane Slick to campus Oct. 24 – 28.
Adam Amdor

UNI welcomes Adam Amdor to University Relations team as Assistant Director of Communications

​The University of Northern Iowa announced today that Adam Amdor will join the University Relations department as Assistant Director of Communications. 
Kurt Warner and President Nook

What a fabulous week at UNI!

The University of Northern Iowa's Homecoming Week and Our Tomorrow campaign kickoff are still the talk of the town. 
Documentary film “Gary Kelley - The Film” premiering this month at Gallagher Bluedorn

Documentary film “Gary Kelley” premiering this month at Gallagher Bluedorn

Documentary film “Gary Kelley - The Film” premiering this month at Gallagher BluedornRenowned illustrator and Cedar Falls artist Gary Kelley will be profiled in a world premiere film at 7 p.m. on Oct. 28 at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. 

“Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation” coming to Gallagher Bluedorn

“Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation” coming to Gallagher Bluedorn

“Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation” coming to Gallagher BluedornThe acclaimed, record-breaking run of “Disney's Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation,” created and directed by Jonathan Rockefeller, is coming to the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center on Oct. 18.

UNI art gallery to present “Convergence and Creation of Design: The Elena Diane Curris Biennial Design Exhibition”

UNI art gallery to present “Convergence and Creation of Design: The Elena Diane Curris Biennial Design Exhibition”

UNI art gallery to present “Convergence and Creation of Design: The Elena Diane Curris Biennial Design Exhibition”The University of Northern Iowa Gallery of Art will present “Convergence and Creation of Design: The Elena Diane Curris Biennial Design Exhibition," which will open October 10 and remain on display through November 9.