"Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence."
Abigail Adams
Imagine the impact of 16,000 donors each year. Their investment in education at the University of Northern Iowa touches lives on campus and across the world. Each donor has a story to tell. Here are a few...
Professor Emerita Janet Rives makes estate gift
Dr. Rives said, "I would like to think that a scholarship recipient would feel both rewarded for past achievements and motivated to continue to study and to learn. I am committed to the notion that learning is the key to a happy life, and I hope that my gift embodies this commitment." [...read more]
Great gifts mean great responsibilities
"I am forever grateful to the anonymous UNI alumni who were donors to the school. Because they gave back to UNI, I was able to experience a generosity that made a difference in my life." [...read more]
The Impact of a Campus Tradition
"I chose to support the Outdoor Recreation Program," says Dave Andersen, UNI maintenance/support coordinator, "because their mission mirrors my commitment to learn about survival in nature and help others develop an appreciation for the environment." [...read more]
Young Alumnus Pays it Forward
"I give back to the university because UNI provided me with a great education, a foundation for my career, many lifelong friends and many opportunities that I may not have had elsewhere." [...read more]
Memories Inspire Scholarship for Math and Science
For William Poston and Marcia Bottorff, 1961 was a very good year with memorable milestones. These college sweethearts graduated in 1961 from ISTC and married the same year. [...read more]
Endowed Lecture Series Honors Former Chemistry Head
Mary Sue Coleman, a biochemist and the lecture series' first speaker in 1997, said she is pleased to create an endowment that will continue to recognize the contributions her father made to UNI and his field. [...read more]
Legacies of a Teacher
"I thought why not continue my work in some way," said Mildred. "I've worked so hard in Iowa to develop teacher education. I want it carried on." [...read more]
International Scholarships Make an Impact
John '40 and Charlene '41 Muir met and fell in love at ISTC. Married 63 years, John and Charlene in many ways represent the ideals and values of UNI graduates. [...read more]
Imagine the Impact Kickoff Celebration
Invitees to the Imagine the Impact Kickoff Celebration click here to register.
Power of the Purse IV. A Financial Seminar for Women. September 28, 2010.
Keynote speaker, Joyce Morrow, director of UNI Financial Services, will present "What happened to the public in public university?" All new topics for breakout sessions will be presented by experts in their field.
Memorial Garden
The Memorial Garden is located east of Maucker Union and is the main entrance to the Center for Multicultural Education. The garden features benches, arbors, trees, plants, flowers...