University of Northern Iowa officials are hoping for a leak-free sports season in the UNI-Dome. The 25th year of football in the dome begins tonight when U-N-I plays Wayne State of Michigan. Repair work went on all summer as part of a two-year project to reduce roof leaks. U-N-I spokesman Jim O’Connor says construction history is being made with the project. It was the first dome to be retro-fitted with a hard top.O’Connor says dome experts around the nation are keeping a close eye on the conversion.O’Connor says a regular slate of activities is set for the new school year and the project should be completed next summer.
