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Family WeekendFamily Weekend
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 12:00 am to Sunday, October 23, 2022 - 12:00 am
Friday, October 21, 2022 (All day) to Sunday, October 23, 2022 (All day)
We are excited to welcome UNI families to campus for Family Weekend, October 21-23, 2022. This yearly tradition is a great opportunity to make memories with your student, meet other UNI families and learn more about the university. More informaiton can be found on the Family Weekend website.
Location: NA
Contact Information
Name: Allyson Rafanello
Email: studentlife@uni.edu
Phone: NA
Link to Event: Family Weekend Website
"Convergence and Creation of Design: The Elena Diane Curris Biennial Design Exhibition""Convergence and Creation of Design: The Elena Diane Curris Biennial Design Exhibition"
Monday, October 10, 2022 - 10:00 am to Wednesday, November 9, 2022 - 5:00 pm
There will be an opening reception on Wed., Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. following a public lecture by James Ewald, Assistant Professor of Graphic Design, Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. Ewald’s lecture titled “Triple Double: Independent Publishing, Sensory Experiences, and Visual Narratives” will take place in KAB 111. In addition to Ewald, exhibitors include the following: Jessica Barness, UNI alumna and Associate Professor in the School of Visual Communication Design at Kent State University; Soo Hostetler, UNI Associate Professor of Art in Graphic Design; Riva Nayaju, UNI Assistant Professor of Art in Graphic Design; and Dr. Sang-Duck Seo, Professor in Graphic Design and Media at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Location: UNI Gallery of Art
Contact Information
Name: Darrell Taylor
Email: darrell.taylor@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-3095
Link to Event: "Convergence and Creation of Design"
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9:00am
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Panther Visit DayPanther Visit Day
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Explore the beautiful UNI campus, residence halls and top-chef-worthy dining (voted best college food in Iowa), meet students and professors in your area of interest and admissions counselors and advisors, who will happily answer any question.
9:15-9:45 am
10:00-11:00 am
11:15-12:00 pm
12:00 pm
1:00-3:00 pm
Check in/browsing fair
Presentation/student panel
Academic info sessions
Lunch at Piazza!
(Optional) Campus/dorm tours
Location: 8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls, IA 50614
Contact Information
Name: Shelly Christensen
Email: shelly.christensen@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2281
Link to Event: Register to Visit Campus
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9:30am
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Annual Economic Diversity & Inclusion SummitAnnual Economic Diversity & Inclusion Summit
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
The annual Economic Diversity & Inclusion Summit, hosted by the University of Northern Iowa and Grow Cedar Valley, will be at Hilton Garden Inn in Cedar Falls on October 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., followed by a networking social. This year's keynote speaker is Kate Hightshoe, the assistant vice president and diversity officer for QCR Holdings, Inc. Dr. Kyle Christiason, who founded the inaugural UnityPoint Health LGBTQ+ clinic in Cedar Falls, will also be presenting. Breakout sessions include topics such as doing DEI every day, mental health issues in the workplace, welcoming new populations to our community and intentional DEI.
Early bird tickets cost $70 and are available through Sept. 30. After Sept. 30, tickets are $80. Purchase tickets through this link: https://greatercedarvalleychamberia.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/...
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
Contact Information
Name: Gwennette Berry
Email: gwenne.berry@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2567
Link to Event: 2022 Economic Diversity & Inclusion Summit tickets
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1:30pm
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Crypto TalksCrypto Talks
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
This Friday at 1:30 pm in BCS, room 13, we will have a workshop about Crypto and Bitcoin.
This workshop is for you if you are:
- Not familiar with crypto, but you feel this is the future!
- Familiar with it and eager to know more about it!
- A Crypto nerd!
If you know someone who might be interested, please let them know about our event!
Location: Room 13, UNI Business and Community Services (BCS building), 8120 Jennings Dr, Cedar Falls
Contact Information
Name: Ali Bai
Email: baia@uni.edu
Phone: NA
Link to Event: NA
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5:00pm
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UNI Volleyball at Indiana StateUNI Volleyball at Indiana State
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 5:00 pm
The UNI Panther volleyball team takes on the Indiana State Sycamores at ISU Arena in Terre Haute, Indiana!
First serve is at 5pm CT (6pm ET in Terre Haute)!
Location: Terre Haute, IN; ISU Arena
Contact Information
Name: NA
Email: NA
Phone: NA
Link to Event: UNI Volleyball
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6:00pm
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Guest Masterclass: Francine Peterson, bassoonGuest Masterclass: Francine Peterson, bassoon
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 6:00 pm
Visiting artist Francine Peterson will offer a bassoon masterclass. Peterson is an Affiliate Artist and Lecturer at Pacific Lutheran University. She is a member of the Northwest Chamber Orchestra and the Northwest Sinfonietta. Mrs. Peterson is an active freelance player in the Puget Sound area performing with the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra, the Seattle Symphony, the Seattle Opera, and the Fifth Avenue Theatre. She has performed with the Philadelphia String Quartet and has appeared on the Second City Chamber Music Series. She is a coach for the Seattle Youth Symphony and maintains a large private studio. This event is free and open to the public.
Location: Room 121, Russell Hall
Contact Information
Name: Caroline Francis
Email: caroline.francis@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2028
Link to Event: Click here for School of Music event information.
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7:30pm
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Spotlight Series: UNI Choirs – Family Weekend ConcertSpotlight Series: UNI Choirs – Family Weekend Concert
Friday, October 21, 2022 - 7:30 pm
An excellent choice for choral music enthusiasts! UNI Concert Chorale, conducted by John Len Wiles, will share the stage with the Cecilians (formerly the UNI Women's Chorus) and Varsity Glee Club to offer a choral concert as part of the Family Weekend celebration. This event is ticketed. For tickets, call 319-273-4TIX.
Location: Great Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn
Contact Information
Name: Caroline Francis
Email: caroline.francis@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2028
Link to Event: Click here to buy tickets.
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