Inside UNI Feature Story Archive

	Sunday, December 9, 2012 From the UNI-Dome to the Capitol Dome There’s a big difference between the University of Northern Iowa and the Iowa State Capitol, but the education I received while at UNI has been instrumental in helping me fulfill my role in the Branstad/Reynolds administration. Working for Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds is truly an honor, and going to work each and every day is exhilarating.
	Sunday, December 9, 2012 Faculty You Should Know: Nick Pace Eighteen years later as an educator and leader, Nick Pace, an associate professor in educational leadership and postsecondary education, knows he's made the right decision. But his journey didn't start in education. As a '92 graduate of UNI with a sociology degree, he went on to work for the Missouri Department of Mental Health in Kansas City, Mo. He worked with people with severe mental illnesses to help them manage their daily lives. He was heartbroken and inspired at the same time seeing the obstacles they faced.
	Monday, December 3, 2012 Enabling innovation across the state UNI's Business and Community Services (BCS) had a standout year in 2012 despite national economic challenges, and succeeded at providing services to all 99 counties in the state of Iowa. BCS works with Iowa businesses, entrepreneurs and communities to provide outreach in starting, maintaining and growing businesses.
	Thursday, November 29, 2012 Traditions run deep in UNI men's glee club The University of Northern Iowa Varsity Men's Glee Club, founded in 1960, is one of the oldest functioning student organizations on campus. "We're fortunate to have such a rich history and supportive community," said John Wiles, director of the glee club.
	Sunday, November 25, 2012 More than 2+2 The Center for Teaching & Learning Mathematics (CTLM) at UNI launched in 2007 to enhance mathematics instruction and learning for teachers, students and families. What began as a contract with the Department of Defense Education Activity to provide high school teachers mathematical professional development, evolved into innovative professional development courses for all teachers.
	Sunday, November 18, 2012 Financial literacy aids students in college In 2010, more than 85 percent of UNI students were receiving some sort of financial aid to pay for their education. With the costs of higher public education debated from the living room to the oval office, it's increasingly important for each student to understand their financial expectations.
	Tuesday, November 13, 2012 One professor's road trip through education Eighteen years later as an educator and leader, Nick Pace, an associate professor in educational leadership and postsecondary education, knows he's made the right decision. But his journey didn't start in education. As a '92 graduate of UNI with a sociology degree, he went on to work for the Missouri Department of Mental Health in Kansas City, Mo. He worked with people with severe mental illnesses to help them manage their daily lives. He was heartbroken and inspired at the same time seeing the obstacles they faced.
	Wednesday, November 7, 2012 Sculpting future artists University of Northern Iowa art professor Tom Stancliffe's passion for sculpture started at a young age. "As a kid, I was always doing creative things like drawing pictures, and when I look back, a lot of the time I was making stuff. Not art necessarily, but objects, toys. In some ways, the idea of being a sculptor seemed fairly obvious - that I was going to be making things with my hands."
	Monday, November 5, 2012 UNI political science professors share their expertise Editor's note: This story features three of UNI's political/election experts. Visit our Political/Election Resources website at http://www.uni.edu/newsroom/election/experts for additional political/election experts and other resources.
	Wednesday, October 31, 2012 UNI color guard member marches to her own beat Sylvia Townsend, a freshman at the University of Northern Iowa, can still remember the exact moment when she decided that she wanted to do color guard. She was in eighth grade, and a group from Des Moines Lincoln High School came to her middle school to perform. Sylvia saw the girls waving their flags, and she says, "In that moment, I knew I wanted to be something different, something special."
	Sunday, October 28, 2012 It's tour time! You see them all over campus, usually leading a group of prospective students and parents on campus tours. You'll also notice something unique about the people leading these groups, they're almost always walking backwards, constantly engaging students with questions and facts about the university, telling them which buildings house which majors, and making sure they have the time of their lives!
	Thursday, October 25, 2012 James Leach spreads message of civility James Leach, chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and former Iowa member of the U.S. House of Representatives, presented "Civility in 2012 and Beyond" as part of the University of Northern Iowa's Reaching for Higher Ground Series.
	Sunday, October 21, 2012 Throwback - UNI's Homecoming celebration Another Homecoming at the University of Northern Iowa has come and gone. This year's weeklong celebration featured new events including a Royalty Court and Homecoming Competition, as well as traditional events like the Panther Pride Cry, Homecoming picnic, pep rally and athletic events.
	Thursday, October 18, 2012 A look at more than 80 years of Panther Pride You see him throughout the year at athletic events pumping up the crowd, leading students in the Interlude Dance at Homecoming, welcoming families during Family Weekend, and even dancing with the bride and groom at weddings.
	Monday, October 15, 2012 UNI professor's passion for the aging process While many complete their journeys in a retirement community, for one University of Northern Iowa professor, that's where it all began. With a mother who was the activity director at a nursing home, Elaine Eshbaugh, an associate professor of gerontology, spent time with the elderly beginning at a very young age. "I remember receiving a ton of attention from the residents as a child," Eshbaugh recalled fondly. Sometimes this attention included singing, dancing and even putting on fashion shows for the residents.
	Wednesday, October 10, 2012 UNI preventing gender violence and bullying Gender violence in the U.S. continues to escalate. Bullying and violence affects people of all ages, race and socioeconomic status. According to the University of Northern Iowa's Center for Violence Prevention (CVP):
	Sunday, October 7, 2012 Student teacher experiences passion for teaching Alicyn Aalderks has always loved children, so going into the teaching field was a natural. As she says, she "gets to start and end her day with smiling faces that are eager to explore and learn new things."
	Sunday, September 30, 2012 UNI's Family Weekend: A time to reconnect Another Family Weekend at the University of Northern Iowa has come and gone. Families, friends and relatives got to reconnect with their students through a weekend of athletic events, academic sessions and family fun. This campus-wide event is one that offers parents a chance to experience UNI first-hand by meeting faculty and staff, connecting with other families, and visiting campus as an alumnus, while viewing the university community in action. Take a look at what this year's Family Weekend had to offer…
	Thursday, September 27, 2012 One major, endless opportunities In an increasingly digital world, employees equipped with digital skills are needed more than ever before. The University of Northern Iowa's new Interactive Digital Studies major (IDS) serves to fill that need, and it does so in a groundbreaking way.
	Sunday, September 23, 2012 Athletic training major gives performance of a lifetime "I'm obsessed with theatre," said Christian Junker. "When I came to UNI, that was my official, declared major." Junker, a junior at the University of Northern Iowa, is now an athletic training major. He made the change from theatre to athletic training because, "I'm fascinated by the human body," he said.