Legislative Research Analyst, Iowa Senate Republican Caucus M.A. History, '16; B.A. History and Political Communication, Minor in Politics & Law, and Certificate in Public History, '14 Why I Love UNI: UNI provided me multiple opportunities to pursue my passions and educational experiences within Iowa, the United States and abroad. I often describe UNI as a private school atmosphere for a public school cost. The community on campus cannot be denied as my biggest factor for why I give my time and support as an alum.