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Family Weekend

Family 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"

 
9:00am
Panther Visit Day

Panther Visit Day

Friday, October 21, 2022 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

University of Northern Iowa Panther Visit Day graphic

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

 
9:30am
Annual Economic Diversity & Inclusion Summit

Annual 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

 
1:30pm
Crypto Talks

Crypto 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

 
5:00pm
UNI Volleyball at Indiana State

UNI 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

 
6:00pm
Guest Masterclass: Francine Peterson, bassoon

Guest 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.

 
Senior Student Recital: Kali Aissen, trumpet

Senior Student Recital: Kali Aissen, trumpet

Friday, October 21, 2022 - 6:00 pm

From the studio of Randy Grabowski, senior music student Kali Aissen will present a trumpet recital with faculty artist Natia Shioshvili, piano. This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Davis Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn

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.

 
7:30pm
Spotlight Series: UNI Choirs – Family Weekend Concert

Spotlight 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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