Upper Iowa University - Des Moines, IA

09/23/2026

Going back to school doesn't have to be overwhelming. Indeed breaks it into 8 steps, and UIU is with you every step of the way!

1. Identify your reasons for returning
2. Manage your time effectively
3. Determine the right program for you
4. Research the school
5. Check the required admission criteria
6. Decide when to apply
7. Develop a financial plan
8. Enroll in your classes and get your course material

When you are ready, we can help. www.uiu.edu

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/adult-going-back-to-school

Explore common reasons why adults go back to school and read a step-by-step checklist on how to pursue your education as an adult going back to school.

09/22/2026

Our Upper Iowa University Career Development office is here for you, whether you are
💻a current student
🎓an alumnus or
🤝 an employer looking for talent

We would love to hear from you!

Motivational Monday!!

“Opportunities don’t happen; you create them.” — Chris Grosser

Let Career Development help with those opportunities ... ask your questions, share your thoughts, or toss around some ideas of interest to you as you work toward those opportunities.

Contact us at [email protected], visit our website at www.uiu.edu/careers, or stop by and see us in person on the Fayette Campus!

09/21/2026

UIU will be there! We 🩵 our DMACC transfer students!

DMACC Boone will host its Fall 2026 Transfer Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 30th in the Courter Center. 🏫🎓

Representatives from four-year colleges and universities will be in attendance to talk with current DMACC students about their schools, academic programs, scholarship opportunities, and more.

Plus, students can earn a FREE $5 voucher to spend at the Campus Cafe! 🍕

09/21/2026

🦚 Fresh stories. Familiar faces. Plenty of Peacock pride. The Fall 2026 edition of The Bridge is here! 🍂📖

See what’s new at UIU and catch up with Peacocks making their mark near and far.

👉 go.uiu.edu/Fall26DigitalBridge

09/19/2026

Peacock Potential

www.uiu.edu

09/18/2026

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Air Force! ✈️

Today, we celebrate the dedication and service of those who serve in the U.S. Air Force. UIU is honored to support those who serve as they continue their education. 💙

09/16/2026

Show me, in numbers, who's getting a degree.

Okay!

Data from the 24-25 school year
• About 2 million learners earned a bachelor’s degree
• Learners between the ages of 18-20 represented the largest share (32.6%) of all first-time associate degree earners, surpassing those aged 21 to 24
• The number of bachelor’s degree earners increased across all race/ethnicity groups
• 419,800 students in 2024-25 earned a bachelor’s degree while already holding an associate degree—the most common prior-to-current award pathway
• All regions of the country saw increases in the number of undergraduate credential earners in 2024-25

Follow the link below to dig into the data. Then, when you're feeling inspired to start (or finish) your own degree, see what UIU has to offer. https://uiu.edu/academics/program-finder/

https://nscresearchcenter.org/undergraduate-degree-earners/?_gl=1*1rkt3zt*_gcl_au*MTEzNTgyNzQ5OS4xNzg2OTkxMjU0Li0uLS4xNzg2OTkxMjU0LjI1MjAzMzcxOC4xNzg2OTkxMjU1LjE3ODY5OTEyNTQ.*_ga*MjA2MDMxMTM4OC4xNzc4NTk2NTE0*_ga_5L4LXL5B8R*czE3ODcwODY2MzgkbzgkZzAkdDE3ODcwODY2NDQkajU0JGwwJGgw

09/14/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 March and May graduates! 🦚

Please note, if you do not see your name, check with the registrar's office to make sure your media release is up to date.

Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce graduates from March and May 2026 and their respective degrees/honors.

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honor the courage of first responders and service members, and reflect on the strength shown in the days that followed.

We will never forget.