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Friday, March 22, 2024 - 8:30 am to 12:00 pm

An Admitted Student Day is an optional visit day, only for admitted students, that's focused on next steps. It's a great option for students who are still deciding where they want to attend or students who have chosen UNI and want another look at campus and assistance with what's next. This is not a required orientation event.

The Cultural Connections track allows students to learn more about the resources unique to our campus that help students of color find success and build community.

Agenda

8:30-9:00 am

8:30-9:15 am

9:30-9:50 am

10:00-10:45 am

11:00-11:45 am

12 pm

‌Check In at Maucker Union (Doors open at 8:25 am)

‌Browsing Fair including student organizations

‌Your Next Steps presentation

‌Session 1 (Descriptions below)

‌Session 2 (Descriptions below)

Optional after-lunch activities:

  • Campus Tours
  • Dorm Tours
  • 1:1 Admissions appointments
  • 1:1 Financial Aid appointments


Session Descriptions

Academic Session (Only available for session #2)

Meet with representatives from your interested area of study and hear all about the classes you’ll take, the opportunities you can expect and the career paths available after graduation.

Career Services & Student Employment

Hear about all the ways you can identify potential career paths, employment opportunities and career related experiences once you're a student here.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Get a look at the estimated costs for the ‘23-24 academic year and what makes up a financial aid offer. Learn a lot about the financial aid process – and ask any questions you may have.

Honors & Scholars

The Honors & Scholars Programs provide programming, mentoring and support both inside and outside the classroom for students of exceptional motivation and potential. Hear from Honors & Scholars staff and current students about the exciting opportunities that await you!

Housing & Dining (Only available for session #1)

Live the UNI experience, live on campus! We’ll discuss how living on campus positively contributes to your overall college experience. Learn about the different dorm options, meal plans and our Live 2 Succeed program.

Jump Start and Resources for Underrepresented students

Held the week before classes, our Jump Start program is open to all students but is designed to best support students from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds as well as AVID and TRIO participants. Come learn all about it, and other campus resources, while connecting with previous Jump Start students.

Music Involvement (Only available for session #1)

School of Music staff will be on hand to discuss music ensembles, scholarship opportunities and more for non-music majors.

Student Involvement

Learn all the ways you can get involved on campus. Whether it's student organizations and clubs, events, or activities, there's so much to do outside the classroom that will help you make friends, develop skills and build connections.

Study Abroad

Discover everything you need to know about studying abroad, including program offerings, funding, courses and more. Program lengths range from two weeks to an entire academic year – with faculty-led options during summer and winter break. Through our unique exchange program, students can expect to go abroad – and pay UNI tuition.


Friday, March 22, 2024 - 8:00 am to 5:45 pm

Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology, the FIRST Robotics Competition will bring together more than 50 teams from the Midwest and beyond to compete in the University of Northern Iowa McLeod Center.  Each high school team will design, build, and program their robot to play this year’s game. During each match, witness two brand-new alliances of 3 robots each face off against each other. Come join us as we celebrate 9 years of FIRST Robotics Competition Regional events for Iowa teams.

Friday, March 22, 2024 - 12:00 am to 11:59 pm

Show your Panther Pride by wearing purple and gold!

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 9:00 pm to 9:45 pm

View the evening sky at the UNI Observatory.   Constellations and other interesting objects in the night sky will be pointed out, and objects may also be viewed through the UNI telescope.  Meet before 9 PM outside of MSH 137, near the polar bear.  The event starts promptly and there is no admission for late arrivals.  Electronic devices, such as cameras, smart phones, etc, must not be used during the show.  No food, or drink is allowed.  This event is free and open to the public.  

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 8:00 pm

Carol Roh Spaulding, an English professor at Drake University, will be reading from her new book Waiting for Mr. Kim and Other Stories, winner of the 2022 Flannery O’Connor Award for the Short Story from the University of Georgia Press.

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 8:00 pm

Visiting artist Evan Chapman will present a percussion recital. Chapman is a successful performer and multimedia artist-producer, a founding member of percussion rock band Square Peg Round Hole and co-founder and owner of Four/Ten Media. This event is free and open to the public.

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Faculty Panel on the History of Redlining
Presented by UNI Political Science Society and Trees for Cedar Valley
Featuring speakers: Dr. Renfro, Dr. Meacham, Dr. Rumsey, Dr. Froyum and a guest speaker from Habitat for Humanity.
We'll discuss the history and impacts of redlining, particularly as it pertains to Waterloo and surrounding areas. This event is open to the public.
Join us Thursday, March 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the CME Classroom.
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 6:00 pm

Faculty artist Alexander Pershounin will present a double bass recital with repertoire and collaborators to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 12:30 pm

Best Suited for Grades: PK-5
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Science, Arts, Character
Study Guide: Access the complimentary teacher's guide HERE.

This beautiful warming winter's tale brings the story of a bother of a boy, a mithered mother and a grand old brass band of a grandad. All set in the village of knitters with fingers flicking, needles clicking and where every new jumper tells a tale!

Inspired by the famous Aesop fable the wonderful play has a gifted ensemble of actor musicians who play the endearing characters, the hilarious sheep and perhaps a scary wolf or two!

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Part of the RSP training series - Outgoing Subawards & Subcontracts: what’s the difference between the two? This session focuses on an overview of subawards and subcontracts – their elements and when to utilize a subaward versus a subcontract (pre-award) and once you’ve received the prime award (post-award) – roles & responsibilities, subaward invoice approval, subrecipient monitoring, and subaward amendments. The subject matter is geared towards researchers, project directors, and those newer to subawards; however, all are welcome.

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 10:00 am

Best Suited for Grades: PK-5
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Science, Arts, Character
Study Guide: Access the complimentary teacher's guide HERE.

This beautiful warming winter's tale brings the story of a bother of a boy, a mithered mother and a grand old brass band of a grandad. All set in the village of knitters with fingers flicking, needles clicking and where every new jumper tells a tale!

Inspired by the famous Aesop fable the wonderful play has a gifted ensemble of actor musicians who play the endearing characters, the hilarious sheep and perhaps a scary wolf or two!

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 8:30 am to 6:30 pm

Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology, the FIRST Robotics Competition will bring together more than 50 teams from the Midwest and beyond to compete in the University of Northern Iowa McLeod Center.  Each high school team will design, build, and program their robot to play this year’s game. During each match, witness two brand-new alliances of 3 robots each face off against each other. Come join us as we celebrate 9 years of FIRST Robotics Competition Regional events for Iowa teams.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 8:00 pm

The UNITUBA Ensemble, from the tuba/euphonium studio at UNI, will offer a spring recital under the direction of faculty artist Brett Copeland. This event is free and open to the public.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Ramadan begins this month and to kick it off, we will be partnering will Threehouse and all of their partnering ministries to host an Iftar dinner on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Prayer spaces will be provided, water and dates will be accessible to break fast, and all Halal food will be provided! Make sure to stop by and join us in breaking our fast with our Muslim students. 

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 7:30 pm

From the studio of Randy Grabowski, music student Megan Bennett will offer a trumpet recital with faculty artist Sean Botkin, piano. This event is free and open to the public.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Are you graduating this semester or student teaching in the fall? Join us for the Spring 2023 Graduation Fair to take care of your graduation checklist. You can confirm your degree requiremnets with your record analyst, apply for graduaction, RSVP for commencement, prep for your diploma, get your fiances in order, purchase a cap and gown, receive resume critiques, snap a graduation photo, record a video message for your family and friends, enjoy refeshments and register for prizes. See you there!

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 12:00 am to 11:59 pm
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 12:00 am to 11:59 pm
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 7:30 pm

From the studio of Tyler Hendrickson, music student Andrew Acosta will offer a viola recital with faculty artist Dyan Meyer, piano. This event is free and open to the public.