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Upper Iowa University's Announces UIU's 22nd President
The Board of Trustees at Upper Iowa University has named Kathy Franken as the University's 22nd President. This would also be a milestone in UIU history as Franken is the first woman president to lead the University. "Since becoming Interim President ...
Oct 19, 2023, 3:15pm EDT
Upper Iowa University named Military Friendly Top 10 Spouse School
Upper Iowa University (UIU) has been named a Military Friendly Top 10 Spouse School Award recipient in the private university, not offering a doctorate, category for 2023-24. UIU currently holds a Military Friendly Top 10 Gold School Award for 2023-202...
Sep 6, 2023, 12:31pm EDT
Forbes Advisor Education recognizes UIU's online public administration degree
Forbes Advisor Education has recognized Upper Iowa University (UIU) for offering one of the best online bachelor's degrees in public administration. Upper Iowa and nine other U.S. institutions were recognized. Public administrators work in a variety o...
Aug 30, 2023, 4:46pm EDT
UIU to host Tribute Week
Over its 166-year history, Upper Iowa University (UIU) has assisted thousands of students in achieving their educational goals. One underlying factor for this accomplishment has always been the people who have made a difference and created a lasting im...
Aug 23, 2023, 11:34am EDT
UIU to host meet and greet with alum and Netflix "Barbecue Showdown" winner Thyron Mathews
Upper Iowa University is proud to announce that it will be hosting a special meet and greet event with Thyron Mathews, the winner of Netflix's season two's "Barbecue Showdown." The event offers attendees a unique opportunity to meet and interact with t...
Aug 3, 2023, 12:54pm EDT
Upper Iowa University and Gannett/YouDecide reach CAP agreement
Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce its newest Corporate Advantage Partnership (CAP) with Gannett/YouDecide. Gannett/YouDecide is a Mass Media Holding Company and is the largest U.S. newspaper publisher currently. Gannett/YouDecide employees w...
Aug 1, 2023, 5:46pm EDT
Celebrating community and education, Upper Iowa University returns to the Iowa State Fair
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is thrilled to announce its return to the Iowa State Fair where the University will once again provide high school and current college students with the opportunity to win free UIU tuition awards and classes. The University'...
Jul 19, 2023, 5:52pm EDT
UIU sponsoring Friday activities at the Fayette County Fair
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is excited to be sponsoring activities Friday, July 21 at the Fayette County Fair. Visitors to the UIU area at the fair can participate in fun games, free temporary peacock tattoos and punch balloons, and giveaways, creating...
Jul 14, 2023, 2:51pm EDT
UIU's Team Peacock returns for RAGBRAI L
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is excited to announce the return of Team Peacock for RAGBRAI L, one of the largest and longest-running bicycle tours in the world. With a renewed commitment to supporting education and empowering students, Team Peacock aims...
Jul 13, 2023, 12:48pm EDT
UIU's online communications degree recognized by Forbes Advisor Education
Upper Iowa University (UIU) has received an additional recognition by Forbes Advisor Education, this time for one of the best online bachelor's degrees in communications. Upper Iowa was recognized along with nine other U.S. institutions for its communi...
Jun 30, 2023, 3:10pm EDT