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Family WeekendFamily Weekend
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - 12:00 am to 11:59 pm
We are excited to welcome UNI families to campus for Family Weekend, September 29-October 1, 2023. This yearly tradition is a great opportunity to make memories with your student, meet other UNI families and learn more about the university. More information can be found at familyweekend.uni.edu
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CME Lock-InCME Lock-In
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 6:00 pm to Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 7:00 am
The Black Student Union presents the CME Lock-In!
Come and go as you please or stay overnight for a sleepover in the CME.
Eat 6 p.m. -7 p.m.
Study Hours 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Activities 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Location: Center For Multicultural Education
Contact Information
Name: Randy Whitfield
Email: bsu@uni.edu
Phone: NA
Link to Event: NA
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UNI School of Music Vocal Arts FestivalUNI School of Music Vocal Arts Festival
Sunday, October 1, 2023 - 2:00 pm to Monday, October 2, 2023 - 8:00 pm
The UNI School of Music presents its annual Vocal Arts Festival for high school student vocalists preparing for All-State competition and interested in vocal music at UNI. The Final Concert will be held on Monday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall, GBPAC. This event does require registration. For more information, please contact John.Wiles@uni.edu.
Location: Great Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn
Contact Information
Name: Caroline Francis
Email: caroline.francis@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2028
Link to Event: Click here for more information.
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8:30am
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Business Student Visit DayBusiness Student Visit Day
Friday, October 6, 2023 - 8:45 am to 12:00 pm

SAVE THE DATE!
If a career in business is calling your name, this event should, too!
Join us for this special day to explore UNI business majors, meet current College of Business students, and faculty and staff and learn why we truly are the best place to study business/be a business student. For a full list of our 14 majors, visit business.uni.edu/majors.
Register at https://admissions.uni.edu/visit-options
Location: 8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls, IA 50614
Contact Information
Name: Shelly Christensen
Email: shelly.christensen@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2281
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UNI Bass JamboreeUNI Bass Jamboree
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - 8:45 am
Coordinated by faculty artist Alexander Pershounin, this workshop for double bass players and enthusiasts will feature classical and jazz bass master classes, clinics, and concerts. For more information or to register, visit music.uni.edu/bassjamboree.
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 more information.
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9:00am
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Multicultural Group Visit DayMulticultural Group Visit Day
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

SAVE THE DATE
This visit day is specifically for multicultural students.
We’ll highlight scholarships and on-campus services available to you, talk about involvement opportunities including culturally-based organizations and peer mentoring, and introduce you to the resource hub that is the Center for Multicultural Education. You’ll also get the chance to hear from current multicultural students from all majors and backgrounds.
Register at https://admissions.uni.edu/visit-options
Location: 8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls, IA 50614
Contact Information
Name: Shelly Christensen
Email: shelly.christensen@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2281
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UNI Viola FestivalUNI Viola Festival
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - 9:00 am
Coordinated by faculty artist Tyler Hendrickson, the UNI Viola Festival will offer hands-on workshops as well as guest artist performances. For more information or to register, visit music.uni.edu/violafestival.
Location: Bengtson Auditorium, 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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9:30am
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11:30am
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Thinking About Graduate School? (TAGS)Thinking About Graduate School? (TAGS)
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 11:30 am
Stop by to meet the Graduate College and get answers to any questions you may have about applying to graduate school, whether at UNI or elsewhere. Staff will be present to share information on admission requirements, assistantships, thesis and non-thesis options or to help connect you with a specific graduate program contact.
Location: Maucker Union- Table 6
Contact Information
Name: Graduate College
Email: gradcollege@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2748
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12:00pm
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Cookies with the DeansCookies with the Deans
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Graduate students can stop by the Maucker Union Coffeehouse for cookies and conversation with our new Dean of the Graduate College, Dr. Stephanie Huffman, along with Associate Dean Dr. Gabriela Olivares!
Location: Maucker Union Coffeehouse
Contact Information
Name: Graduate College
Email: gradcollege@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2748
Link to Event: NA
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Navigating Conversations: Mastering Effective Communication for Graduate ScholarsNavigating Conversations: Mastering Effective Communication for Graduate Scholars
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Join our interactive workshop with Darcie Davis-Gage, designed exclusively for graduate students from a variety of backgrounds to enhance their communication skills. Whether you're presenting research, collaborating with peers, or engaging with faculty, effective communication is crucial. This workshop will provide practical strategies to help you articulate ideas clearly, actively listen, and foster meaningful connections.
Location: Rod Library 287
Contact Information
Name: Kathryn Wohlpart
Email: kathryn.wohlpart@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2748
Link to Event: NA
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Lunchtime Carillon Concert SeriesLunchtime Carillon Concert Series
Friday, October 6, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Check out a hammock from Rod, food some grub from Maucker Union Food Court and head out to Lawther Field to enjoy a lunchtime performance on the Carillon, the instrument within the Campanile, by our Student Guild of Carillonneurs every Friday this fall (weather permitting). Have a particular tune you want to hear us play? Request it on the School of Music website under UNI Guild of Carillonneurs.
Location: Lawther Lawn
Contact Information
Name: UNI Guild of Carillonneurs
Email: unicarillonneur@gmail.com
Phone: NA
Link to Event: http://carillon.uni.edu
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1:00pm
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Summer Programs FairSummer Programs Fair
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Learn about the Study Abroad Center's summer school & faculty-led program options for Summer 2024! Meet past participants, course leaders and study abroad staff.
Location: Study Abroad Center (103 East Bartlett)
Contact Information
Name: Study Abroad
Email: study-abroad@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-7078
Link to Event: Summer Programs Fair
Talk TuesdayTalk Tuesday
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 1:00 pm
From 1-2 p.m. every Tuesday, international students and volunteers meet in the lower level of Maucker Union to share in casual conversation. This event is open to everyone.
Location: State College Room, Maucker Union
Contact Information
Name: Ava Deitrich
Email: deitrica@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-3410
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2:00pm
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Final Accounting - RSP Training SeriesFinal Accounting - RSP Training Series
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Part of the RSP Training Series - Final accounting is the financial reconciliation of your sponsored project, which helps you take a "final look" at your project and all the expenses related to your project.
Location: Zoom virtual session
Contact Information
Name: Sean Parrish
Email: sean.parrish@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-3282
Link to Event: Final Accounting - 10/4/23
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3:00pm
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Berlin: Art Info SessionBerlin: Art Info Session
Monday, October 2, 2023 - 3:00 pm
Come learn about the opportunity to study abroad in Berlin, Germany next summer! Course leader, Ken Hall will be there to answer any questions about the program, along with a study abroad advisor to help advise on the application process, financial aid and scholarships.
Location: Kamerick Art Building - Room 232
Contact Information
Name: Ken Hall
Email: kenneth.hall@uni.edu
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3:30pm
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4:00pm
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Academic Success Workshop #6Academic Success Workshop #6
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 4:00 pm
Join The Learning Center at Rod Library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in Rod 272 for free academic success workshops! This week on October 3 and 4, we will be learning about Test Anxiety and Test Taking Strategies. Tips to reduce test anxiety and how to utilize free campus resources to help reach your academic potential. Attendance will enter you into prize drawings! More information on the workshops offered this semester can be found on the Academic Workshops webpage.
Location: Rod 272
Contact Information
Name: Jessika Allison
Email: allisjae@uni.edu
Phone: NA
Link to Event: Academic Success Workshops
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College Hill Farmers Market College Hill Farmers Market
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Each week is different at the market! You can search for a vendor or products at the market HERE. When you search for a vendor you can see the dates they will be at the market. Check out our MAP that also shows vendors attending each week!
College Hill Farmers Market is a producer only market offering quality products including fresh seasonal produce, healthy snacks, baked goods, eggs, honey and more. Vendors may only sell items that have been raised, prepared, or produced by the vendor or their family members.
Stay up-to-date with the market. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
Location: 22nd St. (between College St. and Olive St.)
Contact Information
Name: Jodie Huegerich
Email: collegehillfm@gmail.com
Phone: (319) 273-7883
Link to Event: College Hill Farmers Market
Academic Success Workshop #6Academic Success Workshop #6
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 4:00 pm
Join The Learning Center @ Rod Library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in Rod 272 for free academic success workshops! This week on October 3 and 4, we will be learning about Test Anxiety and Test Taking Strategies. Tips to reduce test anxiety and how to utilize free campus resources to help reach your academic potential. Attendance will enter you into prize drawings! More information on the workshops offered this semester can be found on the Academic Workshops webpage.
Location: Rod 272
Contact Information
Name: Jessika Allison
Email: allisjae@uni.edu
Phone: NA
Link to Event: Academic Success Workshops
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5:00pm
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Nursing Club Meeting Nursing Club Meeting
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 5:00 pm
Location: Rod Library Conference Room 287
Contact Information
Name: UNI Nursing Club
Email: uni-nursing-club@uni.edu
Phone: NA
Link to Event: NA
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Queer Book Club: Guest HighlightsQueer Book Club: Guest Highlights
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Love to read? Looking for LGBTQ+ book recommendations? Want to connect with other readers? All members of the campus community are invited to join us for Queer Book Club on Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. during the fall 2023 semester.
This Thursday, we’re delighted to feature our guest speaker: Rachel Morgan, a professor within Languages & Literature
Location: Gender & Sexuality Services (MAU N111)
Contact Information
Name: Archer Trip
Email: lgbt@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-5428
Link to Event: LGBT@UNI Events
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Hall of ExcellenceHall of Excellence
Friday, October 6, 2023 - 5:00 pm
The 18th Elinor A. Crawford and William R. Thrall Hall of Excellence reception for inductees will be held on Friday, October 6 with a formal induction on Saturday, October 7. This ceremony honors distinguished alumni in fields associated with the Kinesiology and Health, Recreation & Community Services departments.
Location: Great Reading Room
Contact Information
Name: Kristin Soppe
Email: kristin.soppe@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2654
Link to Event: Hall of Excellence
St. Stephen's Scavenger HuntSt. Stephen's Scavenger Hunt
Friday, October 6, 2023 - 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Join St. Stephen the witness for a Scavenger hunt! This will take place both at St. Stephen's as well as places around campus. Plan to meet at St. Stephen the witness at 1019 W 23rd St, Cedar Falls, at 5 p.m. and be sent out with a list of things to find and take a picture of. The winning team will receive a prize!
Location: St. Stephen The Witness Catholic Student Center
Contact Information
Name: Mitchell Augustine
Email: augusmac@uni.edu
Phone: (712) 899-8894
Link to Event: NA
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5:30pm
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Navigating Conversations: Mastering Effective Communication for Graduate ScholarsNavigating Conversations: Mastering Effective Communication for Graduate Scholars
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 5:30 pm
Join our interactive workshop with Darcie Davis-Gage, designed exclusively for graduate students from a variety of backgrounds to enhance their communication skills. Whether you're presenting research, collaborating with peers, or engaging with faculty, effective communication is crucial. This workshop will provide practical strategies to help you articulate ideas clearly, actively listen, and foster meaningful connections.
Location: Zoom
Contact Information
Name: NA
Email: NA
Phone: NA
Link to Event: Register here!
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6:00pm
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Women In Bipartisan Politics Scholarship BenefitWomen In Bipartisan Politics Scholarship Benefit
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 6:00 pm
Annual scholarship benefiting women majoring in political science. Event will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn and feature guest speaker, Courtney Maxwell Greene, Director of External Partnerships and Community Engagement for Unity Point. Courtney worked for 15 years in television broadcast news as a reporter, producer and anchor in Des Moines, Iowa and Kansas City, Missouri. She also spent several years in Iowa state government doing communications as press secretary for the Iowa Governor, as public information bureau chief and spokesperson for the Dept. of Public Safety and communications director and division administrator for Iowa Workforce Development.
Each year three UNI students are selected for this scholarship. For more information contact: Katie Sires at 273-2039 or by emailing her at katie.sires@uni.edu
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
Contact Information
Name: Katie Sires
Email: katie.sires@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2039
Link to Event: NA
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Zumba DancingZumba Dancing
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 6:00 pm
Join UNIDOS for a fun night of Zumba dancing.
Location: University Room in Maucker Union (basement of CME)
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Email: NA
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7:30pm
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Spotlight Series: UNI Jazz Band One and Jazz Band TwoSpotlight Series: UNI Jazz Band One and Jazz Band Two
Friday, October 6, 2023 - 7:30 pm
UNI Jazz Band One, under the direction of Christopher Merz will offer a shared fall concert with Jazz Band Two, led by Mike Conrad. Repertoire and soloists to be announced. This event is ticketed. For tickets, call 319-273-4TIX.
Location: Bengtson Auditorium, Russell Hall
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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9:00pm
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Observatory ShowObservatory Show
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 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 p.m. 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.
Location: 137 Mccollum science hall
Contact Information
Name: Siobahn Morgan
Email: morgans@uni.edu
Phone: (319) 273-2389
Link to Event: EES Observatory
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