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Working out at WRC UNI takes strides toward good health
December 5, 2011
Who said college is all work and no play? The University of Northern Iowa's Wellness & Recreation Services (WRS) offers students and employees a variety of health and fitness programs. A...
Presidential candidate Michele Bachmann discusses education at UNI Michele Bachmann discusses education at UNI
December 1, 2011
Congresswoman Michele Bachmann kicked off the first of the University of Northern Iowa's Presidential Candidate Education Forums "Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities in Education Today." UNI...
Campus visit UNI campus visits help students make tough decisions
November 21, 2011
University of Northern Iowa senior Caitlin Schaeffer had her mind made up. She was going to Iowa State. It was a simple decision that stuck with her all through high school, until she went on a...
Education at its finest – preparing effective classroom teachers Education at its finest – preparing effective classroom teachers
November 15, 2011
Education reform is a hot topic nationally. The United States is under fire for low rankings, average to subpar teacher performance and poor student achievement. There seems to be an array of...
UNI offers a variety of services for student veterans
November 11, 2011
UNI students tied yellow ribbons around trees on campus in recognition of Veterans Day. More than 250 University of Northern Iowa students are veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. They are...
UNI student veterans go from combat to classroom
November 8, 2011
"You carry the knowledge that you may have your life turned upside down at the drop of a hat," said Tolliver. This Veteran's Day, college students across the country will honor those who...
Aspiring public relations professionals take it to the next level
November 3, 2011
Members of UNI PRSSA present "Programming Your Way to Being the Best Chapter in the Sea" as part of this year's National Conference in Orlando. The University of Northern Iowa Public...
UNI turns spooky with Halloween activities
October 31, 2011
For some people, Halloween is like their Christmas. The thrill and excitement of turning their front lawn into a graveyard, being scared over and over again by Michael Myers, dressing up as a witch...
Athletic training interns score big
October 25, 2011
This time comes only once a year. When two of America's greatest pastimes overlap and people get to experience professional football and the Major League Baseball World Series at the same time. Fans...
Robert Waller shares novel insights at UNI
October 21, 2011
It has been 12 years since "Bridges of Madison County" author Robert Waller has visited his alma mater. Coming back to the University of Northern Iowa stirs memories of teaching economics in Seerly...
Renowned child advocate inspires UNI audience
October 17, 2011
UNI students attended Marian Wright Edelman's presentation in conjunction with the "Reaching for Higher Ground" series. Imagine a family blessed with six children. Five of them have enough...
Foreign-born doctors walk in Iowans' shoes
October 14, 2011
Imagine walking into a room where people communicate solely with inside jokes. This is what it may feel like to be one of the many foreign-born doctors now practicing in the United States. Although...
Independent study course goes worldwide
October 11, 2011
Getting ready for the real world can be a challenge.  One course in the College of Business Administration at the University of Northern Iowa is going above and beyond getting students ready for...
Panther Pride is alive during Homecoming
October 7, 2011
The colors purple and gold seem to dominate the University of Northern Iowa student's wardrobe this time of year. Window paint and an abundance of sidewalk chalk appear overnight and Panther Pride...