UNI Foundation

10/10/2026

Because of you 💜

$342,842,222. More than 34,000 donors. One extraordinary future for UNI. 💜💛

What began as a bold vision for the University of Northern Iowa became something greater than we ever imagined. Through Our Tomorrow: The Campaign for UNI, thousands of Panthers came together, united by their belief in our students, our university and the possibilities ahead.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Our Tomorrow is brighter because of you. 💜

Read more about your impact ➡️ https://bit.ly/3TNCICy

10/05/2026

You made this possible 💜

Today we kicked off Homecoming week with a campus lunch celebrating the contributions of faculty, staff and students to the Our Tomorrow Campaign. The success of Our Tomorrow was built through participation at every level - especially from those on campus!

09/30/2026

Iowa transformed rapidly during the 20 years between 1860 and 1880, and the growing population created a demand for an institution that could train the next generation of educators. From this need, the Iowa State Normal School was formed in 1876.

Explore more about the early days of what became UNI and where to read the full story ➡️ https://bit.ly/4yI33kj

09/29/2026

Students are at the heart of everything we do at UNI. 💜 Explore just some of the ways you can support students below! ➡️ bit.ly/3T6juYu

09/23/2026

Taking it full circle 🔄

Panther alumni returned to the career fair today to connect with current students. Alumni who were once looking for their first opportunities, are now creating them!

09/22/2026

Panther Proud 💜 From our graduate outcomes, academic and faculty support and hands-on learning opportunities, to the accessibility of education at UNI, we are proud to stand behind a university that continuously strives for excellence for our students.

For the first time, UNI is the No. 1 public regional university in the Midwest according to U.S. News & World Report. This ranking is a result of high retention rates, impressive graduation rates, peer assessment and more.

Learn about the ranking ➡️ https://insideuni.uni.edu/campus-community/uni-ranked-no-1-midwest-us-news-world-report

09/18/2026

Through its work, the center will support student opportunities, scholarly access to the Grassley Collection, educational initiatives, public engagement activities and research opportunities designed to strengthen understanding of government, public service and civic life.

The Iowa Board of Regents has approved the establishment of a university-wide center at the University of Northern Iowa dedicated to civic education, public engagement, leadership development and archival stewardship. The center will be named the Chuck and Barbara Grassley Center, with the formal naming becoming official upon the conclusion of Senator Charles Grassley's service in public office.

Learn more ➡️ https://insideuni.uni.edu/politics-justice/uni-receives-approval-chuck-and-barbara-grassley-center-focused-public-engagement

09/02/2026

What a great night celebrating Our Tomorrow: The Campaign for UNI!

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this campaign a success. We’re grateful for your generosity, Panther pride and continued support of UNI’s bright future. 💜

08/24/2026

Happy birthday UNI 🎂 and happy first day of school! 📚

08/12/2026

UNI’s 2026 Homecoming Friday night Bash will feature live music from The Schmidt Brothers, food trucks, inflatables, family activities, and a first‑ever campus drone light show that will fill the sky with UNI‑themed designs celebrating Panther Pride and 150 years of UNI excellence.

Read the full article ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qfvN0z