Alumni Events

Team Peacock is gearing up to celebrate its 21st year in the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI)—the world’s oldest, largest, and longest bicycle touring event! Since 2005, our dedicated riders have raised over $1 million to support UIU students.

This year, we’re embarking on a three-day journey across Iowa, and we want YOU to join us! Get ready to “Take Flight” with Team Peacock starting Wednesday, July 23, and finish strong with the traditional Mississippi River tire dip on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Major stops include Iowa Falls, Cedar Falls, Oelwein, Guttenberg, and tons of awesome communities in between.

Registration deadline was February 28; late registrations may be possible. Please inquire by contacting Daryl Grove, Director of Annual Giving at [email protected] or 563-425-5330.

Consider showing your support by making a gift to one of our cyclists!

Our booth at the Iowa State Fair has become a beloved Peacock tradition! It’s an incredible opportunity for the University to connect with potential students—and even change lives. Each year, two lucky students win FREE TUITION for the Fayette Campus! Plus, every day of the fair, we draw 11 more winners who receive a free class.

Fairgoers can also browse Peacock gear and gifts, and we always love catching up with our amazing alumni. In fact, over 500 alumni stop by our booth each year! If you’re visiting the fair this summer, be sure to stop by—we’ll have a special free gift just for you. See you there!

Iowa State Fairgrounds
3000 E Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

UIU Football takes on Drake University on Thursday, August 28. Alumni and friends are invited to join us for a tailgate party from 4-6 p.m., at the Roger Knapp Tennis Center lot. We’ll bring the munches, you bring your Peacock spirit, and BYOB. All tailgaters will receive a free gift and don’t miss a special appearance from Pete the Peacock. Kickoff is at 6 p.m.

Roger Knapp Tennis Center lot
2421 Clark Street
Des Moines, IA 50311

Homecoming is a time to reunite, reminisce and be prideful for Upper Iowa University. If you’re Peacock Proud then there’s no better time to get together and celebrate with your Peacock family. Mark your calendars for Homecoming Week set for September 22-28, 2025 and we’ll look forward to seeing you on Campus soon!

Please direct questions to the Alumni Office at [email protected] or 563-425-5388.

Beta Theta Phi will celebrate its 60-year reunion during this year’s Homecoming weekend. Reconnect with old friends, share memories, and make new ones during this milestone reunion. Whether you were a founding member or joined years later, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

For more event details or to sign up, contact fraternity brother, Mark Dix at [email protected] or 515-205-5122.

Tag your brothers and spread the word—let’s make this a reunion to remember!