Alumni Events

Week-at-a-Glance Hype Peacocks, it’s almost time to reunite, reminisce, and show your blue + white pride!

Homecoming Week highlights include:

• Alumni Association Meet & Greet
• President’s Complimentary Reception
• DIY Cowboy Hat Painting with Abbie Brainard ’23
• 6th Annual Golf Outing
• Make Your Mark at UIU (handprints on the 3rd-floor wall)
• Powderpuff Football showdown
• Homecoming Parade through campus
• Alumni Awards & Honor Class Breakfast
• Homecoming Ball: Night of the Peacocks

For the full schedule and details visit uiu.edu/homecoming

Calling all fraternity brothers! All are invited back to Fayette Campus to reunite, reconnect and more of all – remiss!

Guests may attend a special reunion dinner taking place at Big Rock Country Club in Fayette. Hospitality hour begins at 6 p.m. with the dinner to follow at 7 p.m.

Larry Smith ’76 is spearheading this fun gathering and he has been in touch with all BUSH members directly, please reach out to him with questions regarding this reunion dinner.

Homecoming Weekend will be happening at the same time so tons of fun events and activities will be happening for all to enjoy!

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to kick off this brand-new Presidential Meet & Greet series in Iowa City, IA! Alumni and guests are invited to connect with our Upper Iowa family and get the latest and greatest university updates.

Guests may enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in Cedar Rapids, IA for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

For one incredible day, Peacock Nation unites to champion the student-athletes who proudly represent UIU—in competition, in the classroom, and in the community. Your gift fuels their success and directly enhances the student-athlete experience.

We invite alumni, families, and friends to once again help POWER OUR PEACOCKS by making a gift of any amount to your favorite team or program!

Let’s show the power of Peacock Pride once again — make your impact, share your spirit, and help us reach new heights together.

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in Dubuque. IA for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

Upper Iowa University invites you to join us for our annual Veterans Day Program as we come together to honor, celebrate, and remember all who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

The program begins at 12:15 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom, followed by a complimentary lunch.

Fayette Campus
Student Center Ballroom

UIU Career Development is proud to host yet another virtual Speaker Series event on Thursday, November 19, at 6 p.m.CST, live on Facebook. Featured guest is Tom Conley ’91, ’92, ’97.

Tune in while Tom discusses the impact his degree at UIU had and how it helped shape his professional goals.

To join the virtual session, visit UIU’s Facebook page at facebook.com/upperiowauniversity.

All previous Speaker Series sessions are posted at uiu.edu/alumnispeakerseries.

Many more details will be forthcoming; until then, stay tuned, Peacocks! 

Many more details will be forthcoming; until then, stay tuned, Peacocks! 

Many more details will be forthcoming; until then, stay tuned, Peacocks! 

Many more details will be forthcoming; until then, stay tuned, Peacocks! 

Peacock wrestling alumni are invited to return to Fayette for the Mike Olson Alumni Dual as the Upper Iowa men’s wrestling team takes on Drury in a Great Lakes Valley Conference match.
An alumni social featuring complimentary snacks and a cash bar will be held prior to the dual in the VIP Suite. All wrestling alumni in attendance will be recognized matside before the start of the dual.

Schedule of Events:

• Mike Olson Alumni Dual vs. Drury: 2 p.m.

Fayette Campus
Dorman Memorial Gymnasium

Peacock Cheer & Dance alumni are invited back to campus for a full day of connection, celebration, and Peacock pride. Alumni who choose to participate will have the opportunity to prepare for and perform during halftime of the women’s basketball game, while all alumni in attendance will be recognized during the men’s game. The day includes a brunch and social time in the VIP Suite, rehearsal opportunities, and two exciting basketball games against William Jewell.

Reunion Highlights:

• Brunch and alumni social in the VIP Suite (10 a.m.-12 p.m.)
• Halftime performance during women’s basketball (around 1:30 p.m.)
• Alumni recognition during men’s basketball (around 3:30 p.m.)

Fayette Campus
Dorman Memorial Gymnasium

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

Upper Iowa welcomes back Peacock men’s and women’s basketball alumni for a full afternoon of basketball and fellowship as the Peacocks host Southwest Baptist. An alumni social with complimentary snacks and a cash bar will be held in the VIP Suite beginning at noon and continuing through both games.

Alumni will be recognized at the appropriate halftimes of the women’s and men’s contests, and former players will also have the opportunity to take part in shoot-around sessions earlier in the day.

Schedule of Events:

• Women’s Shoot-Around: 8:45–9:15 a.m.
• Men’s Shoot-Around: 10:15–10:45 a.m.
• Women vs. Southwest Baptist: 1 p.m.
• Men vs. Southwest Baptist: 3:30 p.m.

Fayette Campus
Dorman Memorial Gymnasium

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in Dallas, TX for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in Houston, TX for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

Upper Iowa University is excited to host the NCAA DII Men’s Wrestling Championship in Cedar Rapids, IA.

The nation’s top DII wrestlers will converge in the Corridor to battle for individual and team titles, delivering two days of high-intensity action and championship tradition in Iowa’s wrestling heartland.

More details coming soon!

Upper Iowa University is proud to serve as the official host of the 2027 NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Wrestling fans from across the country will gather for an exciting weekend of competition, and you’re invited to be part of it.

Join us for a Peacock Social on Friday, March 12, 2027, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex, the championship’s main venue. Hosted by UIU Athletics and the Alumni Office, this fan-friendly gathering will feature complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.

All UIU wrestling supporters, alumni, parents, students, and Hall of Famers (and guests!) are welcome. Save the date now, and stay tuned for additional details as the event approaches.

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in Alexandria, LA for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

UIU President & CFO, Kathy Franken ’12 is excited to connect with alumni and guests in New Orleans, LA for the Presidential Meet & Greet!

Alumni and guests are invited to attend and join our Upper Iowa family to get the latest and greatest university updates.

Enjoy complimentary refreshments, RSVPs are required.

Many more details coming soon!

Many more details will be forthcoming; until then, stay tuned, Peacocks! 

A Lifetime of Impact. Over the years, this incredible event has raised more than $1,000,000 to support students and address emerging needs at UIU.

You may direct your gift to any UIU designation that’s meaningful to you—or even split your support across multiple areas!

Peacocks, the ball is in your court. Can we count on you to step up once again and create lasting change during Giving Days? Make an early gift or learn more at uiu.edu/GivingDays. We can’t wait to celebrate your generosity!

Join us for Peacock Night at the Black Hawks at Young Arena in Waterloo. Score VIP access with your UIU family and enjoy a front-row seat to all the action!

This FREE event is an excellent opportunity to catch up with fellow Peacocks and get the scoop on the latest UIU updates. It’ll be a “cool” night out, compliments of your alma mater and friends at the UIU-Waterloo Center

Pregame social begins at 5:45 p.m. (munchies provided)
Puck Drop is at 6:35 p.m. (Black Hawks vs. Des Moines Buccaneers)

RSVP is required and our VIP Suite is limited to the first 100 Peacocks who sign up. Can’t wait to see you there!

Young Arena
125 Commercial St
Waterloo, IA 50703

Many more details will be forthcoming; until then, stay tuned, Peacocks! 

All are invited to attend the Annual Honors & Awards Banquet on Saturday, April 10, 2027, in the Student Center Ballroom, on the Fayette Campus.

The banquet is a meaningful celebration of the academic distinction and scholarly accomplishment of our UIU students. It also provides an opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to the generous donors and scholarship supporters whose commitment makes this program possible each year.

Many more details will be forthcoming; but for now, save the date and we’ll look forward to your company during this special celebration!

The Alumni Association Board of Directors is proud to offer a second chance to alums who were unable to attend their own Commencement ceremony. Illness,  travel constraints – no matter the reason, you deserve to experience Commencement! Those who take advantage of this unique opportunity will be recognized alongside the Class of 2027, during UIU’s Commencement on Fayette Campus.

More details coming soon!

Upper Iowa Athletics is hosting the 32nd Annual Peacock Golf Classic on Friday, June 11, 2027, at Big Rock Country Club in Fayette. Check-in will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a 10:30 a.m. shotgun start.

The Golf Classic is an opportunity to come back to Fayette for a day of golf and Peacock camaraderie. This event offers fans, parents, alumni, and friends of the Upper Iowa Athletics Program to visit with the current coaches and staff of the department, as well as the university’s leadership to celebrate all great things from the 2026-2027 season.

Big Rock Country Club
9684 146th St
Fayette, IA 52142

Upper Iowa University’s Team Peacock will celebrate its 23nd year participating in the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI)—the oldest, largest, and longest bicycle touring event in the world! Since 2005, our team has raised more than one million dollars to support students and University projects.

Make plans to cycle with Team Peacock on RAGBRAI, Wednesday, July 22, and finish strong and hard with its traditional tire dip in the Mississippi River on Saturday, July 31, 2027.