Graduate Panthers' Stories

Real UNI Graduates, Real Success Stories

Learn how grad school at UNI helped your fellow Panthers reach their career goals and beyond. Whether it's an alumni or a current student, their stories help enrich and tell the UNI experience from a unique and different angle. 

Kate Hermsen

My time at UNI prepared me for a smooth transition from getting my graduate degree to working as an athletic trainer. My professors provided me with a hands-on, in-depth curriculum that made me develop the skills that would allow me to perform well and succeed.

Katherine Hermsen (2023)
Master's of Athletic Training
Isaac Campbel

My life would not be what it is if I had not had the experience that I had at UNI,” he said. “I wouldn't have had this happen if it wasn't for what happened to UNI. You can be from Iowa and make big impacts on the world. You can go to UNI and have an experience that is far bigger than what you'd ever imagined.

Isaac Campbell (2021)
Communication & Media MA
Maria Alverio headshot

UNI gave me a place to explore, and to ask questions, and to try new things,” she said. “I’ve met some of my best friends here, and found amazing mentors. I’m so thankful for all of it

Maria Alverio (2023)
Master's of Science in Applied Engineering - Metal Casting