Centers & Institutes
Empowering Communities Through Science and Service.
Making a Difference Beyond the Classroom
The College of Natural and Health Sciences’ centers and institutes connect learning, research, and community service to address real-world needs. Through hands-on experiences, community partnerships, and innovative programs, they help students apply what they learn in the classroom while preparing for meaningful careers.
These centers and institutes also extend the college’s impact beyond campus by providing services, sharing expertise, and collaborating with local organizations, schools, and professionals. Together, they strengthen our communities, improve quality of life, and create opportunities for students and faculty to make a lasting difference.
Our Institutes, Centers, and Clinics
The University of Northern Colorado Active Schools Institute promotes physical activity in K–12 schools through interdisciplinary research, community partnerships, and hands-on student experiences that equip educators and prepare future leaders.
The Cancer Rehabilitation Institute at UNC helps cancer patients rebuild strength through individualized exercise programs that alleviate treatment side effects.
The Complementary and Integrative Physiology Center at UNC conducts clinical trials and studies on innovative therapies like cannabis, breathwork, and high-intensity training to provide evidence-based strategies that improve health, performance, and well-being.
Established in 1987, the MAST Institute leads and supports initiatives to improve STEM education by promoting teaching excellence, diversity, equity, and research-based outreach in collaboration with the STEM Inclusive Excellence Collective.
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center provides information, training, and guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Since 1958, our clinic in Gunter Hall has provided speech, language, hearing, and balance services to all ages through supervised graduate students, with or without referrals.
The Sport Marketing Research Institute (SMRI) enhances graduate education in sport administration by offering research opportunities that benefit both students and sport organizations.