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Campbell Hall, one of just seven dormitories on campus, has sat vacant since 2020. The hall was used as isolation space during the COVID-19 pandemic, but now sits empty with its future unclear.

Rising student enrollment, dwindling housing options

ALLI WEBSTER, Guest Writer Nov 20, 2024

For the second consecutive year, the University of Northern Iowa has seen a rise in enrollment numbers. While this increase is a victory for UNI, it also is faced with a relatively significant problem...

UNI Accounting tops CPA exam passing rates

UNI Accounting tops CPA exam passing rates

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Nov 20, 2024

Continuing its streak of success, the UNI Accounting program was ranked sixth amongst mid-sized schools for single-pass rates of the certified public accounting (CPA) exam by the National Association of...

The Board of Regents (BOR) met on Nov. 6  in the Maucker Union Ballrooms.

Board of Regents provides updates on DEI services

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Nov 13, 2024

On May 9, Governor Kim Reynolds signed into law a code that prohibits regent universities from “establishing, maintaining or funding a diversity, equity, and inclusion office or hiring an individual...

The Textiles and Apparel program officially shuttered citing declining
enrollment and faculty retirements as reasons for its decline.

Old programs shutter, new programs open

SOPHIE HOFFMEIER, Managing Editor Nov 13, 2024

On Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Iowa Board of Regents met in the Maucker Union Ballrooms. Interim Associate Provost for Academic Affairs Professor Deirdre Heistad and Provost José Hererra presented four items...

The Next Step program, created by Professor Harken in the Department of Communication and Media, aims to help students answer these questions and prepare for adulthood.

Professor Nikki Harken presents Next Step program at Board of Regents meeting

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Nov 13, 2024

Students at UNI graduate with their degrees, prepared to take on their career field. But how many students graduate with the knowledge of how to open a ROTH IRA? Or, how to find the best deal for their...

The UNI-Dome renovation project has raised more that $9 million for phase two and is set to complete by 2026.

UNI-Dome renovation reaches phase two

NI STAFF, NI Editors Nov 6, 2024

Two years after the University of Northern Iowa announced a major capital campaign to renovate the UNI-Dome, the first phase of the project has been completed and the university is seeking to launch the...

Panthers vote across campus

Panthers vote across campus

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Nov 5, 2024

On a rainy Tuesday, UNI students find themselves in a single file line outside of the Commons ballrooms. The students are all there for the same reason – to vote. For most students, it’s their first...

Above is a copy of the slated Iowa electors from the 2020 election. This is
the first page of a two-page document as all parties choose electors, not
just the Republicans and Democrats.

The Electoral College and you

JO BRAHMS, News Editor Nov 5, 2024

If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a million times; my vote doesn’t matter because the final say lies with the Electoral College. Well, dear reader, I am here to tell you that, despite what you’ve...

The UNI Speech team consists of nine students from diverse backgrounds that compete in public speaking events across the Midwest. The team has had a great start to the season, receiving several top-three rankings in their first two competitions.

UNI Speech team has energetic start to season

HOPE SCHULTE, Staff Writer, Social Media Team Oct 30, 2024

The University of Northern Iowa Speech Team is off to a successful start in the new season. The team is made up of nine students who participate in public speaking competitions, primarily throughout the...

Ashley Hinson (left),  Republican incumbent will face off against Democratic challenger Sarah Corkery (right) in the 2nd district Congressional race on Nov. 5.

Corkery, Hinson on the ballot in Black Hawk County

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Oct 29, 2024

Ashley Hinson, Republican incumbent and Sarah Corkery, Democratic challenger are on the ballot this Nov. 5 for Iowa’s second Congressional District, which encapsulates Black Hawk County. For UNI students...

Doug Schwab has coached nine Panther teams to top-20 NCAA tournament finishes and is on a seven tournament streak of having at least one All-American selection.

Mastering mindset with Doug Schwab

EMERSON HAHN, Guest Writer Oct 23, 2024

For 14 years, Doug Schwab has been the driving force behind the University of Northern Iowa wrestling program, shaping it into a powerhouse of excellence on the mat and a model of integrity and discipline...

Community members who are interested in learning more about the new nursing program facilities are invited to attend the BSN program’s open house on Friday, Oct. 25 from 4 to 6 p.m.

UNI Nursing program to host open house

NI STAFF, NI Editors Oct 23, 2024

The University of Northern Iowa’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program invites alumni, friends and family to a Homecoming open house on Friday, Oct. 25, from 4. to 6 p.m. Interested community...

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