In early 2011, a new scholarship gave UNIBusiness students an opportunity to remove   the financial impediment of unpaid internships.  Three UNI Econ students received scholarships.

Kristi Phillips (Economics) will intern with Muchas Manos Light Work. Muchas Manos is focused on providing financial aid and educational assistance to the Matagalpa Region of Nicaragua. While working for Muchos Manos, Phillips will create a business enhancement plan for Nueva Vida, an organic sewing cooperative. She will spend two weeks in May helping the business owners implement the new ideas.

Thomas Gage (Economics) will continue his internship with Iowa Legal Aid. The organization provides free legal help and information on civil law problems for eligible Iowans in every county of the state. Gage's internship involves screening and working with clients to gather information prior to them receiving legal help.