Upper Iowa University - Baton Rouge, La

08/29/2026

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve!

Today, we recognize the commitment of Marine Reservists who serve our nation and their communities. UIU is proud to support those who serve as they pursue their educational goals. 💙

08/27/2026

🎉🚨 THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER! 🚨🎉

Ready to make uiuLearn work for YOU? 💻📚✨

Join us for an exciting UIU Live Demo and get the inside scoop on how to:
👉 Navigate uiuLearn like a pro
👉 Engage with your courses
👉 Find the resources you need
👉 Get tips to make your online learning experience easier! 🙌🎓

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE!

⏰ Friday, August 28 at 12:00 PM
🌙 Monday, August 31 at 7:30 PM

💻 Join us on Zoom:
https://uiu.zoom.us/j/7459597799

🎓💜 Whether you're new to UIU or just want a refresher, this is your chance to get ready, get connected, and get confident!

✨ Don’t miss it — your uiuLearn success starts here! 🚀

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08/27/2026

How well do you know your Peacock Blue? 👀💙

Comment your best guess! 🦚

Happy College Colors Day, Peacocks!

08/25/2026

Saddle Up, Peacocks! 🤠 Homecoming 2026 is coming Oct. 5–11!

Check out the full schedule, RSVP for events and explore sponsorship opportunities at go.uiu.edu/hc26.

Remember, all Country Roads Lead Home, and we can’t wait to see you in Fayette! 🦚💙

08/24/2026

🇺🇸 Louisiana Military Community — Did You Know? 🎓

Upper Iowa University proudly offers a special tuition rate for active duty military, veterans AND military spouses! 💙🦚

As military events happen across Louisiana, remember — wherever you serve or call home, UIU is here to help you reach your next goal. Check out upcoming list of events https://vetaffairs.la.gov/events


📚 Flexible programs | 💻 Online options | 🎓 Military-friendly tuition

Tagging our UIU locations across Louisiana because supporting those who serve is a statewide mission! 🇺🇸

08/24/2026

🧇 HAPPY NATIONAL WAFFLE DAY! 🧇

We have a very important question for our Baton Rouge community today…

Where are y’all getting the BEST waffles in the Baton Rouge area?! 👀🧇

Crispy or fluffy?

👇 DROP YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL WAFFLE SPOT IN THE COMMENTS!

And if you’re thinking about going back to school while you’re thinking about waffles…we can help with that too. 😉💙💚

🦚 Happy National Waffle Day from UIU Baton Rouge!

08/22/2026

🏈🌰 THE JERSEY REVEAL IS OFFICIAL! 🌰🏈

The guesses are over and we already have our winner! 🎉 If you guessed I’d be representing THE Ohio State University today… you were right! ❤️🤍

But while the Buckeyes have the jersey, Upper Iowa University has the back-to-school goods! 💙🦚📚

I’m here representing UIU at the ZACHARY UNITE with our back-to-school packets ready to go, and it’s NOT too late to come out and see us!

Stop by, grab some goodies, check out the resources, and talk to us about going back to school. And remember — UIU classes start August 31, so there’s still time!

Come find the lady in the Ohio State jersey holding down the UIU table! 😂🏈🦚

O-H! ❤️🤍 + Go Peacocks! 💙🦚

08/22/2026

🍂💙 FALL in love with your future at UIU! 💙🍂

Bernetta is out representing Upper Iowa University Baton Rouge today at East Baton Rouge Parish School System’s Falling into Resources community resource fair!

Parents, while you’re helping the kids get ready for a new school year, maybe it’s time to think about YOUR next chapter too! 👀📚

Come FALL into some great resources, FALL into new possibilities, and maybe even FALL in love with the idea of going back to school! 🎓💙

Stop by the UIU table and chat with Bernetta about degree options, flexible programs for busy adults, and how you can get started.

⏰ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 Inspiration Center on Winbourne Avenue
🎟️ FREE community resource fair

And here’s the best part: It’s NOT too late! 🙌🏾
🍁 UIU classes start August 31, so there’s still time to make this fall the season you finally say, “I’m going back to school!”

Come see Bernetta and let’s get you started! 💙🦚

08/20/2026

Exciting news from UIU! 🎉 uiuElevate is officially here, offering flexible online opportunities for professional development, continuing education and specialized learning.

FAYETTE, Iowa — Upper Iowa University (UIU) announced the launch of uiuElevate, a new learning platform designed to make professional development,

08/20/2026

🏈 ZACHARY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS WHO’S READY FOR THE “5TH QUARTER”? 🏈

Upper Iowa University Baton Rouge is proud to be a sponsor of Zachary Unite’s “5th Quarter” Back-to-School Kickoff happening THIS SATURDAY, August 22! 💙❤️

School may be back in session, but there’s still time for one more back-to-school celebration! 🎉

Bring the family and come enjoy!

🎒 FREE school supplies while supplies last
🍔 Food & drinks
🎨 Face painting
🏈 And plenty of community fun!

And don’t forget: WEAR YOUR FAVORITE JERSEY! 🙌🏾🏈

🔥 FUN CHALLENGE ALERT! 🔥
Cynthia will be representing UIU at the event… but here’s the twist 👀

Guess what team jersey Cynthia will be wearing!
The first correct guess in the comments below wins a UIU swag item 🎁 (must be picked up at the UIU Baton Rouge office)

Come out, bring the kids, wear your jersey, and join us for the 5th Quarter!