UNI Response to COVID-19
This collection is an archive of university communications to the UNI community regarding COVID-19.
To go to the current UNI Forward Together campus website, click here.
Submissions from 2022
COVID-19 P&S/Merit Communication, August 29, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 8-29-2022
COVID-19 Student Communication, August 29, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 8-29-2022
COVID-19 Faculty Communication, August 26, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 8-26-2022
Forward Together Update [End of Academic Year], May 13, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 5-13-2022
Additional Booster Vaccinations are Available, April 5, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 4-5-2022
Forward Together Update [Black Hawk County and CDC Travel], March 11, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 3-11-2022
Forward Together Update [New CDC Guidelines], March 4, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 3-4-2022
Forward Together Update [IDPH Updates Format of COVID-19 Reporting & Encourages Vaccination], February 17, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 2-17-2022
Forward Together Update [Important Resources and Contacts], February 11, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 2-11-2022
Forward Together Update [Vaccines], February 1, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 2-1-2022
Forward Together Update [Free COVID Test Kits & N95 Masks], January 26, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 1-26-2022
Forward Together Update [Start of a New Semester Student Focused], January 19, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 1-19-2022
Free N95 Kit for Employees, January 14, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 1-14-2022
Forward Together Update [Start of a New Semester Faculty & Staff Focused], January 12, 2022, University of Northern Iowa, 1-12-2022
Submissions from 2021
Forward Together Update [Winter Break Update], December 21, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 12-21-2021
Forward Together Update [DELTA Variant, Panther Health Survey, & Flu Clinics], December 7, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 12-7-2021
Forward Together Update [Omicrom Variant, Updates on CDC Site, & Vaccine Clinics], December 1, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 12-1-2021
COVID-19 Booster Update, November 30, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 11-30-2021
Forward Together Update [Thanksgiving Break Update], November 17, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 11-17-2021
Important Message from Board of Regents President Michael Richards, University of Northern Iowa, 11-11-2021
Forward Together Update [Reminder Vaccination, When to Stay at Home, & Panther Health Survey], November 3, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 11-3-2021
Forward Together Update [Reminder Vaccinations, Flu Clinics, When to Stay Home, & Panther Health Survey], October 12, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 10-12-2021
Forward Together Update [UNI Steps to Reduce Spread, Vaccinations in Black Hawk County & U.S., & Panther Health Survey], October 6, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 10-6-2021
Forward Together Update [Black Hawk County & Campus Trends, Eligibility Requirements Pfizer-BioNTech Booster, & More], September 29, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-29-2021
Forward Together Update [FDA Authorization Booster Shots & Counseling Center Resources], September 24, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-24-2021
Forward Together Update [COVID-19 Deaths, UNI COVID-19 Dashboard, Panther Health Survey, & Flu Vaccine Clinics], September 22, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-22-2021
Forward Together Update [Director Black Hawk County Health Dept. & Vaccines], September 17, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-17-2021
Forward Together Update [Statistics & Vaccine Information], September 16, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-16-2021
Forward Together Update [Student Health Center, Testing, & Panther Health Survey], September 10, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-10-2021
Forward Together Update [Vaccinations, Mental Health Support, & Panther Health Survey], September 8, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-8-2021
Forward Together Update [Vaccinations, Home Tests, & Panther Health Survey], September 7, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-7-2021
Forward Together Update [Student Health Center & Masks] September 1, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 9-1-2021
Free N95 Kit for Employees, August 31, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-31-2021
Forward Together Update [Vaccine Clinic, Free Mask, Testing, & Panther Health Survey], August 26, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-26-2021
Forward Together Update [Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine, Masks, & Test Kits], August 25, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-25-2021
UNI Offers Free, On-Campus Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics to Students, Faculty and Staff [Video] August 25, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-25-2021
UNI President Mark Nook Welcomes Students Back for 2021-22 Academic Year [Video] August 24, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-24-2021
Welcome Back, and Let's Get Vaccinated, Panthers! August 23, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-23-2021
UNI Leaders Nook and Bennett Urge Campus to Get Vaccine [Video] August 18, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-18-2021
Forward Together Update [Bookstore Gift Card, Vaccination Clinics, & CDC Recommendations for Face Coverings], August 17, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-17-2021
Forward Together Update [Welcome Back, CDC Face Coverings, & BOR Prohibits Face Covering and Vaccination Requirements], August 10, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 8-10-2021
Forward Together Update [Welcome Back, Vaccines, & Masks], July 1, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 7-1-2021
Forward Together Update [Update Panther Health Survey, Face Covering Requirements, & More], June 4, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 6-4-2021
Return to Work Update May 21, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 5-21-2021
UNI Announces Updates Following New CDC Guidance, May 20, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 5-20-2021
Forward Together Update [COVID-19 Rates & Summer Communications Schedule], May 7, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 5-7-2021
Forward Together Update [Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Clinic], May 4, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 5-4-2021
Forward Together Update [Second Shot Reminder & Encourages Vaccination], April 30, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-30-2021
Register Now for the Johnson and Johnson Vaccine Clinic, April 27, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-27-2021
Preparing for In-Person Operations this Fall, April 26, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-26-2021
Limited Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine Available Next Week, April 22, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-22-2021
Forward Together Update [Update on Vaccination Clinics & Update on CDC Guidelines on Cleaning Surfaces], April 20, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-20-2021
Update on Today's J&J Vaccination Clinic, April 13, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-13-2021
Forward Together Update [Vaccine Clinic], April 12, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-12-2021
Forward Together Update [Eligibility of Vaccines, New CDC Travel Guidelines, & Panther Health Survey], April 6, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-6-2021
Forward Together Update [Survey Reminder], April 2, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 4-2-2021
Forward Together Update [Survey on Campus Vaccine Clinics], March 31, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-31-2021
Forward Together Vaccine Survey, March 25, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-25-2021
Forward Together Update [Survey, COVID-19 Cases Declining, & Safety Protocols], March 23, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-23-2021
Forward Together Update [COVID-19 Variant & Eligibility of Vaccinations], March 18, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-18-2021
Forward Together Update [Safety Protocols, Vaccine Front, & Update on International Travel], March 16, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-16-2021
Forward Together Update [Panther Health Survey, CDC Guidance, & International Travel], March 11, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-11-2021
Forward Together Update [Update on Panther Health Survey & Vaccine Eligibility], March 9, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-9-2021
Forward Together Update [Masks, Mitigation Steps, & Status of Vaccinations], March 4, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-4-2021
Forward Together Update [Johnson & Johnson Vaccine & Mitigation Steps], March 2, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 3-2-2021
Our Work to Mitigate the Impact of COVID-19, February 25, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-25-2021
Forward Together Update [Status of Vaccinations in Black Hawk County, Iowa], February 23, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-23-2021
Forward Together Update [Vaccination Clinic], February 18, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-18-2021
Forward Together Update [CDC Mask Recommendations], February 16, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-16-2021
Forward Together Update - Expanded Testing Criteria, February 11, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-11-2021
Super Bowl Precautions, February 7, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-7-2021
Limited Vaccines Available, February 3, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-3-2021
Our Work to Mitigate the Impact of COVID-19, February 2, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 2-2-2021
Forward Together Update [Fall Semester Review & CDC Guidance], January 28, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-28-2021
Welcome Back Panthers, January 26, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-26-2021
Spring Semester Update - Faculty/Staff, January 20, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-20-2021
Spring Semester Update - Supervisors, January 20, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-20-2021
Vaccine Update, January 13, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-13-2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information, January 11, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-11-2021
2021 COVID-19 Update, January 4, 2021, University of Northern Iowa, 1-4-2021
Submissions from 2020
COVID-19 Sick Leave Extended, December 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 12-23-2020
Forward Together Update [Vaccine Update & Quarantine Change], December 11, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 12-11-2020
From the Provost: Ultramarathons and COVID-19, December 4, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 12-4-2020
Winter Operations at UNI, December 3, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 12-3-2020
Forward Together Update [COVID-19 Response Team & Winter Break], November 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-23-2020
A Safe Holiday Message from President Mark Nook [Video] November 19, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-19-2020
Free UNI Face Coverings, November 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-18-2020
From the Provost: Spring 2021, November 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-18-2020
Forward Together Update [Update to the Panther Health Survey], November 13, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-13-2020
UNI Test Iowa Now Open, November 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-10-2020
COVID-19 Response Team Update, November 6, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-6-2020
Forward Together Update [Prevent spread of COVID-19], November 3, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 11-3-2020
Forward Together Update [Celebrate Halloween Safely, Self-Care Resources, & Winter Term], October 28, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-28-2020
Forward Together Update [Reminder Preventative Measures to Stay Well & Comparison of Symptoms for Cold, Flu, & COVID], October 21, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-21-2020
Forward Together Update [Availability of Rapid COVID Testing & Reminder of Steps to Stay Healthy], October 13 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-13-2020
Forward Together Update [COVID Testing Options at UNI & Chart of Common Symptoms], October 8, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-8-2020
Forward Together Update [Continue to Prevent Spread & New CDC Guidance], October 6, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-6-2020
Forward Together Update [Upcoming Events to Connect & Learn], October 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-1-2020
Keep Your Face Mask Clean [Video] October 1, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 10-1-2020
IDPH Quarantine Update and Important UNI Data, September 30, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-30-2020
Forward Together Update [New Quarantine Guidelines from IDPH], September 29, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-29-2020
Answering Students' Questions about COVID-19 [Video] September 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-24-2020
Forward Together Update [Flu Vaccine], September 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-23-2020
Forward Together Update [Message from from the Director of UNI's Counseling Center], September 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-23-2020
College Hill Businesses Circulate Safety Pledge, September 17, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-17-2020
From the President: Continued efforts to protect the UNI community, September 17, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-17-2020
A Message from NISG President Elle Boeding [Video] September 15, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-15-2020
Forward Together Newsletter [Importance of Being Tested], September 15, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-15-2020
Spring Calendar Updates, September 14, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-14-2020
Testing and Contact Tracing, September 11, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-11-2020
Dashboard Update Reminder, September 4, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-4-2020
Guidance for COVID Questions and Concerns, September 2, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-2-2020
Note to Faculty about Contact Tracing, September 1, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 9-1-2020
From the Provost: Classroom Changes, August 31, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-31-2020
UNI COVID-19 Public Data Now Available, August 28, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-28-2020
Campus Update on Testing; Public Data, August 26, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-26-2020
Classroom Seating Charts, August 26, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-26-2020
Student Safety Announcement, August 25, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-25-2020
Important: Before You Come to Campus Monday, August 21, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-21-2020
UNI COVID Response Team, August 20, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-20-2020
Face Masks, August 14, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-14-2020
Scholarship and Research Update, August 12, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-12-2020
Facilities Update, August 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-10-2020
UNI's Plans for a Safe Return to Campus [VIDEO], August 4, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 8-4-2020
Fall Classrooms, July 31, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-30-2020
Register for the Aug. 5 UNI Staff Virtual Update, July 29, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-29-2020
Register for the Aug. 6 Virtual Update for UNI Students, July 29, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-29-2020
Class Schedule Update, July 28, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-28-2020
Classroom Distancing, July 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-24-2020
Recommended Syllabus Statement, July 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-24-2020
Events at UNI, July 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-23-2020
Housing & Dining Recommendations, July 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-23-2020
COVID-19 Testing Now Available on Campus, July 22, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-22-2020
Fall Planning - Student Employees, July 22, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-22-2020
Important Information for Students, July 22, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-22-2020
Update on Fall Student Engagement, July 22, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-22-2020
From the Provost: Classroom Safety, July 15, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-15-2020
Employee Information - Fall Protocols, July 11, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-11-2020
Fall Teaching and Learning Information, July 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-10-2020
Faculty & Staff: UNI Forward Together Updates, July 6, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-6-2020
Students: UNI Forward Together Updates, July 6, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 7-6-2020
Update on University Travel, June 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 6-18-2020
Returning to Campus this Fall, June 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 6-10-2020
Important Notice Regarding Fall/Winter Study Abroad Programming, June 9, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 6-9-2020
Faculty & Staff: Returning to Campus this Fall, June 3, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 6-3-2020
Students: Returning to Campus this Fall, June 3, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 6-3-2020
University of Northern Iowa Works to Create Initial Plans for Safe Return to Campus [Video] May 21, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 5-21-2020
Return to UNI Steering Committee Announcement, May 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 5-18-2020
Returning to On-Campus Work, May 11, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 5-11-2020
CARES Act Fund for Students, April 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-24-2020
Governor's Proclamation Emphasizes Teleworking for Northeastern Iowans, April 20, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-20-2020
University Confirms First Case of COVID-19, April 16, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-16-2020
#UNItogether Message From President Nook [Video], April 9, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-9-2020
New Campus Health and Safety Measures, April 8, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-8-2020
Temporary Hiatus of Panther Caucus, April 8, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-8-2020
Important Commencement Information, April 7, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 4-7-2020
U-Bill Credits, Course Grading Extensions and Commencement, March 30, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-30-2020
New Leave Options for Faculty & Staff Affected by COVID-19, March 25, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-25-2020
Helping Students with Technology, March 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-24-2020
New Guidance for Out-of-State Travelers, March 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-24-2020
Research Activity at UNI During Coronavirus Pandemic, March 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-24-2020
Student Resources to Assist You, March 24, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-24-2020
COVID-19 Out-of-State Travel, March 23, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-23-2020
Important Information for the Spring 2020 Semester, March 20, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-20-2020
A Message to Our Students About Move-Out, March 19, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-19-2020
Online Coursework Extended Through Spring, Summer, March 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-18-2020
Statement from Board of Regents President Mike Richards Declaring Regents State of Emergency, March 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-18-2020
UNI Encourages Employees to Work Remotely, March 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-18-2020
University of Northern Iowa President Addresses Concerns Regarding COVID-19 [Video], March 18, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-18-2020
Gallagher Bluedorn and UNItix Box Offices Closed, March 17, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-17-2020
Gov. Reynolds Issues a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency, March 17, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-17-2020
From the Provost: Online Instruction Resources and Faculty Evaluation Changes, March 16, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-16-2020
GBPAC: New Updates Regarding COVID-19, March 16, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-16-2020
Guidance for Employees Regarding COVID-19, March 16, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-16-2020
UNI Announces Closure of Communal Buildings, March 16, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-16-2020
Domestic & International Travel Update, March 14, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-14-2020
Laptop for Checkout for Online Classes, March 13, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-13-2020
UNI Athletics Cancels All Athletics Through Academic Year, March 13, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-13-2020
UNI Issues New Guidance on Campus Gatherings, March 12, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-12-2020
UNI Temporarily Shifts to Exclusive Online Courses After Spring Break, March 11, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-11-2020
A COVID-19 Update from Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, March 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-10-2020
Update from Board of Regents President Mike Richards on Coronavirus, March 10, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-10-2020
From the Provost: Summer Study Abroad Programs, March 6, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-6-2020
Statement from Board of Regents President Mike Richards on Coronavirus, March 5, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-5-2020
Temporary Moratorium on All International Travel, March 5, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-5-2020
Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) Webpage, March 3, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-3-2020
From the Provost: COVID-19 Preparations, March 3, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-3-2020
COVID-19 Travel Restrictions - Italy, March 2, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 3-2-2020
COVID-19 Travel Restrictions - South Korea, February 28, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 2-28-2020
COVID-19 Travel Restrictions - China, January 31, 2020, University of Northern Iowa, 1-31-2020
