News and Updates

News and updates from the Executive Vice President and Provost.

Director, Center for Educational Transformation Position Announcement

The University of Northern Iowa (UNI) invites applications for the position of Director, Center for Educational Transformation. UNI is pleased to announce the formation of the Center for Educational Transformation and is seeking an individual to lead the important work of the Center. The Iowa General Assembly has designated UNI as the State's educational research and development center due to the university's rich tradition of teacher preparation and focus on improving the educational experience of Iowa's students. UNI is uniquely positioned to lead the state in the critical transformation that is necessary and to address national issues in educational reform. We are seeking an individual who can take on this important challenge and help UNI become a national leader in PK-12 education.

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UNI receives $2 million grant from Carver Charitable Trust to lead educational research and development

The University of Northern Iowa has received a $2 million grant from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust to create a new center for educational research and development.

The creation of this new Center for Educational Transformation will enable UNI to provide statewide and national leadership in the area of educational research and development. Funds will be used to support faculty and student research.