University of Northern Iowa

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Today marks the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking for the UNI-Dome!

What's been your favorite memory throughout the Dome's history?

Smilin' big for 😄

The Young Family Foundation's gift leads the way on UNI's wrestling training facility fundraising.

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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. The foundation is a long-time loyal supporter of UNI, with previous support of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center and McLeod Center. Mike Young, a di...

During the 2023-24 season, UNI Women's Basketball recorded the highest team GPA in the Tanya Warren era and earned another top-10 ranking in the WBCA Academic Top-25.

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Today marks college jersey day on RAGBRAI!

Who's repping some purple and gold? 💜 💛

Young Family Foundation announces lead gift of $400,000 towards new wrestling training facility 🤼

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Prepping for move-in day? Check out some of our tips to ease the transition ⬇️

Headed to college? Here are 3 tips for on-campus living. Whether you’re a first-year student or a transfer student, living in an on-campus residence hall can come with an adjustment period. It’s important to have a game plan for how you will ease the transition. Read on, as Erica Eischen, director of housing & residence life at the University of North...

Calling all Panthers, come join us at the Iowa State Fair! We're looking for volunteers for the evening shifts at UNI's booth! 🌟

Sign up now and have a blast while representing UNI ⬇️
https://iowastatefair.uni.edu/

Our UNI crew enjoyed a great time at the DMACC Urban Campus Community Night event earlier this week!

This year the Iowa State Fair's iconic butter cow will be joined by the butter versions of "Tonight Show" comedians and Iowa natives Johnny Carson and Steve Higgins.

Meet the UNI family behind the butter sculptures at the Iowa State Fair 🎪
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No matter where you are, UNI is here for you. Our online undergrad and graduate programs empower placebound students to continue furthering their education entirely from home.

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Earning UNI degrees from afar: Online programs empower placebound students Three students in Sioux City are experiencing the quality of a UNI education without leaving their hometowns. “With online learning, I don't have to worry about moving to Cedar Falls and finding a place to live,” said Kennedy Hueser, who is going through UNI’s online transfer (formerly 2+2) el...

Focused on improving literacy through engaging activities, Camp Activ8 gets students excited to jump into learning!

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Not one, but two broods of cicadas are coming, and one UNI professor is capitalizing on this opportunity with her Cicada Game created for children.

Find out how to play here ⬇️
https://insideuni.uni.edu/stem/cicadas-classroom-learning-math-through-nature-inspired-kids-game

From small-town Iowa to the Major Leagues! ⚾

How UNI helped an Iowa farm kid become CFO of the Minnesota Twins ⬇️
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A love for sports and art converge for UNI alum Jake Manternach in his role as a senior graphic designer for the Chicago White Sox.

Check out his journey to Major League Baseball ⬇️
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Can't wait to see you in the Fall, Panthers 💜💛

“𝗨𝗡𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀."

Poe family announces major donation to UNI-Dome renovation project.

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Wishing a very happy to our friend, TK! 💜 🐾

5️⃣0️⃣ days...

Most people love fireworks due to their fascinating colors, but one UNI student's passion lies in the chemical concepts that go into making them.

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Fireworks obsession sparks chemistry passion for UNI student When the average person looks at a fireworks display, they probably aren’t thinking of the chemistry concepts behind the fiery spectacle. But that’s exactly what UNI senior chemistry major Kate Mostek does. Since her parents run a fireworks business, she has extensive knowledge of what it takes ...

Happy 4th of July, Panthers 🎆 🎇

Officially halfway through summer break!

🎉🎉 YOU'RE INVITED! 🎉🎉

The Fall student org. fair is scheduled for Thursday August 22 from 12:00 - 2:00. All are welcome, come check out all the great clubs and organizations that make your UNI experience great!

Campus is so full of Go Cats energy 💜😁💛

University orientations remain ‘as important as ever’ In less than two months, thousands of freshmen will be moving into their new college digs — with the fall semester for Iowa’s three public universities starting Aug. 26. Orientation sessions this summer are attracting thousands.

Paris bound! 🇺🇸

Olivia Chambers has qualified for the Paralympic Games!

Rod Library 's Textbook Equity initiative has officially saved UNI students more than $2.4 million! Last year alone saw nearly $500,000 in savings.

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Campuswide initiative saves UNI students $2.4 million on course materials The University of Northern Iowa’s Textbook Equity initiative has officially saved UNI students more than $2.4 million since its inception in 2016, including nearly $500,000 in savings last year alone. The campuswide initiative led by UNI’s Rod Library is focused on increasing access to high-qual...