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Upper Iowa University (UIU) alumnus and guest speaker Marshall Richards addresses the graduates and other audience members attending the University’s morning commencement ceremony at Harms-Eischeid Stadium in Fayette, Iowa, Saturday.

Upper Iowa University honors Class of 2018

"What will define you?" Upper Iowa University (UIU) alumnus and commencement speaker Marshall Richards shared this question, often posed to him throughout his life by his father, with graduates attending UIU's commencement ceremonies Saturday. The cere...

May 5, 2018, 5:40pm EDT

Upper Iowa University surpasses Giving Day goals

The Upper Iowa University (UIU) community once again beat the clock and surpassed its Giving Day goals. More than 550 donors contributed $95,688 over 1,857 minutes Wednesday, April 25, through Thursday, April 26, as part of UIU's second annual event. E...

Apr 30, 2018, 5:38pm EDT

Alumnus to deliver Upper Iowa University commencement address

An Upper Iowa University (UIU) alumnus and Peacock Hall of Fame inductee from Phoenix, Arizona, will deliver the commencement address during the University's 156th graduation ceremonies at Harms-Eischeid Stadium in Fayette, Iowa, on Saturday, May 5. ...

Apr 20, 2018, 9:42am EDT

The Upper Iowa University baseball, softball and golf teams have especially appreciated the opportunity to use the Peacock Arts and Athletic Center indoor facilities during this spring’s winter-like conditions.

Transformation complete: Upper Iowa University to showcase Peacock Arts and Athletic Center April 24

A manufacturing facility destined for dormancy was recently transformed into a high-energy studio and training facility thanks to a spirit of collaboration, innovation and community-mindedness in rural northeast Iowa. Upper Iowa University's (UIU) art ...

Apr 16, 2018, 10:41am EDT

Countdown set to begin for Upper Iowa University Giving Day

For 1,857 minutes on Wednesday, April 25, Upper Iowa University (UIU) is providing an opportunity to alumni, faculty, staff, current and future students, and friends of the University to make a positive impact in the lives of future UIU students. As pa...

Apr 16, 2018, 9:22am EDT

UIU Giving Day set for April 25-26

Since 1857, Upper Iowa University (UIU) has prepared students to succeed - in the classroom and in the world. Beginning at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 25, alumni and friends of the University will have 1,857 minutes to make a difference in the next genera...

Mar 29, 2018, 12:48pm EDT

The recently elected 2018-19 Upper Iowa University Student Government Association officers include (l-r) secretary Sami Kay Shafranski, extended university officer Gabby Holmes, president Hayley Cessna, vice president Breyanna Hill and treasurer Riley Baughton.

Upper Iowa University Student Government president re-elected

A Spring Valley, Illinois, native has been re-elected Upper Iowa University (UIU) Student Government Association (SGA) president. Hayley Cessna, a junior chemistry major, was recently elected alongside four additional officers at UIU's Fayette Campus f...

Mar 22, 2018, 11:32am EDT

Tiffany Kragnes (left), Upper Iowa University Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, is pictured accepting the Teaching, Learning and Scholarship Innovative Design Award from Colby Valentine, Teaching, Learning and Scholarship Section chair, during the recent Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Annual Meeting.

Upper Iowa University professor awarded for innovative teaching

Upper Iowa University (UIU) Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Tiffany Kragnes was awarded the Teaching, Learning and Scholarship (TLS) Innovative Design Award during the recent 2018 Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Annual Meeting in New Orlea...

Mar 22, 2018, 10:08am EDT

Upper Iowa University and Marshalltown Community School District reach CAP agreement

Marshalltown Community School District employees and their family members now benefit from a newly established partnership with Upper Iowa University (UIU). As Corporate Advantage Partnership (CAP) members, the eligible school employees, their spouses ...

Mar 20, 2018, 11:14am EDT

Upper Iowa University (UIU) alumni Alice and Roger Mangan of Littleton, Colorado, have pledged a $100,000 “challenge gift” to the Peacock wrestling program. The announcement comes on the eve of UIU hosting the NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, March 9-10.

Upper Iowa University wrestling receives $100,000 'challenge gift'

Upper Iowa University (UIU) Athletic Hall of Fame inductee Roger Mangan and his wife, Alice, have pledged $100,000 in an effort to further strengthen the Peacock wrestling program. The "challenge gift" aims to spur an additional $100,000 in funds raise...

Mar 7, 2018, 10:44am EST

About Upper Iowa University

About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students—nationally and internationally—at its Fayette campus, 25 U.S. education centers, as well as centers in Malaysia and Hong Kong. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree programs. With a focus on developing leaders and lifelong learners, UIU provides dual enrollment programs for high school students as well as continuing education and professional development opportunities for learners of any age. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.