Volunteer
Interested in volunteering for UNI? There are a variety of opportunities across campus. Below is a listing of currently available opportunities along with specific information for each group.
Do you have an idea for how you’d like to get involved and don’t see that opportunity? Contact Amy Mohr, ’99, or 319-273-2355 to discuss your ideas and potential ways to get involved with UNI.
Spring into Service: Cats Who Care
Throughout the spring 2026 semester, UNI students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends will come together to give back — strengthening the communities that have supported us for generations. Together we will demonstrate the power of Panther Nation’s collective impact. Learn more about Spring into Service: Cats Who Care.
Whether you’re near or far, it’s a great way to connect with fellow UNI alumni while giving back where you live.
Alumni Club Committees
Seven alumni clubs around the country host events and activities to build Panther pride in their communities and reconnect alumni with UNI.
- Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Corridor
- Central Iowa
- Chicago
- Denver
- Kansas City
- Phoenix
- Twin Cities
- Want to get involved with an alumni club? For more information, email Christy Hanson, ’99, or call 319-273-2355.
UNI Alumni Association Board of Directors
The UNI Alumni Association is advised by a volunteer board of at least 25 alumni who represent a diverse cross section of our alumni population. The board meets twice a year on campus and various committees meet on a bi-monthly or quarterly basis.
For more information, email the UNI Alumni Association or call 319-273-2355.
Gallagher Bluedorn Usher
Volunteers serve as ushers for most GBPAC performances. Ushers are assigned anywhere from 2-10 events a month depending on interest, availability and need. A majority of the events are nights and weekends. Volunteers should be comfortable navigating stairs and standing for longer periods of time.
For more information, email Chris Kremer or call 319-273-366
Panther Caucus
Get involved with the legislative process and help advocate for UNI at the state house.
For more information about getting involved, email Oksana Grybovych Hafermann in the Office of Governmental Relations or call 319-273-6144.
Tallgrass Prairie Center
Be part of the Tallgrass Prairie Center's mission and activities as a volunteer in assisting with seminars, field trips, conferences, newsletter distribution and other educational opportunities provided by the TPC. Weekly weeding opportunities in TPC native seed production plots are available in the spring and summer.
For more information, contact Staci Mueller at 319-273-3866.
TheatreUNI
Do you enjoy building, painting, drawing or sewing? TheatreUNI is always looking for help with costumes and building sets for their productions. They are also recruiting ushers to assist with each performance.
For more information, contact William Hickman or Katy McGlaughlin at 319-273-6386.
Wilson College of Business Mentor
Mentoring is a great way to give back to your alma mater. The time spent with students will help develop their confidence and increase their likelihood of success. And there are benefits for you, too! It’s an opportunity to learn about their generation, enhance your leadership skills and find a potential new employee.
For more information or to get involved, visit the Wilson College of Business mentorship webpage.