UNI-Dome

In 2009, the University of Northern Iowa installed Mondoturf Ecofill Star artificial turf in the UNI-Dome, replacing the previous artificial surface which had been in use since 1992.  Construction began July 13, 2009, and the final touches were put in place August 15, 2009.  The surface came in 32 rollable panels and is secured by a Velcro system.  The mid-field and end zone logos are in-laid and do not require annual painting of the turf.  The new field features a different look than the old turf, as well as a new look to the end zones.  The end zones are now purple and have "Panthers" in gold letters.  Under the turf is an all-purpose floor marked as a running track.

The UNI-Dome is used for concerts and community events such as recreational and craft shows.  When the Dome is not in use by the University, it can be rented for various purposes.  The main seating area accommodates over 16,000 people for football games.

Mark Messersmith Outdoor Track and Field Complex

UNI's track and field teams compete outdoors at the Mark Messersmith Outdoor Track and Field Complex, located across from the UNI-Dome, on the corner of 19th and Hudson Road.

Opened in spring 1998, the Track and Field Complex--along with  the UNI-Dome--gives UNI one of the finest combination of indoor and outdoor facilities in America.  In its inaugural season, the complex hosted the first annual Northern Iowa Open, and the Missouri Valley Conference Outdoor Championships, won by the Panther men. 

The University's investment in this new surface gives the advantage of training and competing under ideal conditions any time of the year.  The 400-meter, eight-lane track is made of the latest state-of-the-art polyurethane surface.  The track surrounds a field event area that features a steeplechase water jump, two pits each for the long and triple jump, dual throw rings for the weights, a discus/hammer cage, and full pour takeoffs for the pole vault, long jump, and triple jump.

Directions

From the North: Take Highway 218 and proceed south to Highway 57.  Take Highway 57 and travel west approximately 2.5 miles.  Turn left on Hudson Road.  Travel approximately 1.5 miles; the UNI-Dome will be on your right.

From the South: Take Interstate 380 north to Highway 20.  Take Highway 20 west to Hudson Road and turn right.  Travel approximately 3.2 miles; turn left onto West 27th Street.  Turn right at Panther Parkway; the UNI-Dome will be on your right.

From the East:  Take Highway 20 west to Hudson Road and turn right.  Travel approximately 3.2 miles; turn left onto West 27th Street.  Turn right at Panther Parkway; the UNI-Dome will be on your right.

From the West:  Take Highway 20 east to Hudson Road and turn left.  Travel approximately 3.2 miles; turn left onto West 27th Street.  Turn right at Panther Parkway; the UNI-Dome will be on your right.

From the Airport:  Take Airport Boulevard to Highway 57 West.  Take Highway 57 and travel approximately west 2.5 miles.  Turn left on Hudson Road.  Travel approximately 1.5 miles; the UNI-Dome will be on your right.

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