The UNI Campanile was built in 1926 in observance of the University's 50th anniversary. The 100 foot tall structure stands as one of UNI's most familiar campus landmarks.

The Campanile houses a 47 bell carillon. The bells range in size from five feet to six inches in diameter. The largest bell, known as the 'President's Bell,' weighs 5,000 pounds. The original 15 bells were cast in New York. Four were removed when an additional 36 bells (cast in The Netherlands) were installed in 1968.