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Upper Iowa University Expands Opportunities with Four New Career-Focused Academic Programs
Upper Iowa University is continuing its investment in workforce-ready education with the launch of four new academic offerings designed to prepare students for careers in high-demand industries. Beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year, UIU will intro...
Jul 1, 2026, 6:37pm EDT
Upper Iowa University Earns 2026-2027 Military Friendly School Designation
Upper Iowa University announced that it has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey....
Jun 4, 2026, 6:01pm EDT
Upper Iowa University - Fort Sill Center Relocates to Truman Education Center
The Upper Iowa University - Fort Sill Center has officially relocated to the Truman Education Center, located at 3281 Koehler Loop. Previously housed in the Welcome Center, the new location will continue serving military-affiliated students and the su...
Jun 2, 2026, 3:15pm EDT
Upper Iowa University Announces 2026 Commencement Details
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is proud to announce Jeanie Vaudt, District Court Judge for Iowa's 5C Judicial District in Polk County, Iowa, will deliver the keynote address during the University's 2026 commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 9. A 1976 UIU...
Apr 30, 2026, 12:08pm EDT
Upper Iowa University Continues Commitment to Displaced Workers Through "Invest in You" Grant
Upper Iowa University (UIU) continues its commitment to supporting displaced workers through its Invest in You Grant, an initiative designed to help individuals affected by layoffs return to school or complete their degrees. The Invest in You Grant pr...
Apr 7, 2026, 2:59pm EDT
Upper Iowa University to Celebrate 10th Annual Giving Days March 25-26
Upper Iowa University will celebrate its 10th annual Giving Days on Wednesday, March 25, and Thursday, March 26, 2026. This milestone event invites alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends of Upper Iowa University to come together in support of cu...
Mar 3, 2026, 3:21pm EST
eii and UIU to Offer Grad and Undergrad Climate Course in Dubuque
Upper Iowa University, in partnership with Environmental Issues Instruction (Eii), will offer a two-credit graduate or undergraduate course titled Learning and Living in a Changing Climate March 20-22, 2026, at the Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena. Designed...
Feb 20, 2026, 1:48pm EST
Upper Iowa University Expands Quad Cities Presence Through New Location at Scott Community College
Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce that effective January 1, 2026, its Quad Cities location has relocated to Eastern Iowa Community Colleges - Scott Community College, located at 500 Belmont Road in Bettendorf, Iowa. Upper Iowa University wil...
Feb 12, 2026, 1:34pm EST
Three Business Pathways, Built for Today's Students
As colleges nationwide grapple with rising costs and changing workforce demands, Upper Iowa University (UIU) is stepping out front. Following final approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), UIU has officially launched a 90-credit Bachelor of...
Feb 5, 2026, 1:15pm EST
A Strong Start to Spring at Upper Iowa University
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is launching the Spring Semester and Session 3 with strong momentum and continued growth, fueled by innovative academic programs, expanding student opportunities, and an increasing national spotlight. As the University wel...
Jan 28, 2026, 3:43pm EST