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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

Upper Iowa will return to the Iowa State Fair August 10-20 with an information booth located in the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.

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 will once again be sponsoring activities, including hosting various children's games Friday, July 21 at the Fayette County Fair.

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

From left to right: Dr. Billie Cowley, Upper Iowa University; Bailey Miculinich, Viafield; Shelley Brockney, Viafield; Angie Leete, Upper Iowa University; Carrie Taylor, Upper Iowa University; Chris Menke, Viafield.

UIU receives Viafield grant

Fayette campus students will soon benefit from a $4,000 grant awarded by Viafield to Upper Iowa University. The funds will be used to purchase CPR mannequins and AED machines for the Exercise Science Program at UIU. "The Exercise Science Program is ex...

May 31, 2023, 3:41pm EDT

Associate Professor of Health Services Administration Julie Hinders

UIU's online health services administration degree recognized by Forbes Advisor Education

Forbes Advisor Education has recognized Upper Iowa University (UIU) for offering one of the best online bachelor's degrees in healthcare administration. Upper Iowa and nine other U.S. institutions were recognized. Occupations in health services admini...

May 19, 2023, 2:01pm EDT

UIU alumna Sue Crafton Regan ‘67 will deliver the keynote address during the University's 2023 commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 6.

UIU 2023 commencement address to be delivered by Upper Iowa University alumna

An Upper Iowa University alumna from North Palm Beach, Florida, will deliver the keynote address during the University's 2023 commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 6. Sue Crafton Regan '67 graduated with majors in physical education and psychology. A ...

Apr 18, 2023, 10:55am EDT

Upper Iowa University announces Deans' Challenge

Upper Iowa University Academic and Student Affairs will be hosting the first-ever Deans' Challenge, on April 26 and 27. The friendly fundraising competition was initiated by the school's Deans to inspire philanthropy and continue to strengthen communit...

Apr 14, 2023, 6:14pm EDT

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.