Alumni
Once a Peacock, Always a Peacock!
The Office of Institutional Advancement & Alumni Engagement is proud to serve the more than 47,000 Peacock alumni. Our goal is to continue building a mutually beneficial relationship with you, starting as a UIU student and extending long after commencement. We strive to keep you informed of University events, reach out with alumni news, help connect you with former classmates, take advantage of exclusive alumni perks and make you aware of volunteer opportunities, fundraising initiatives, leadership opportunities and more!
Please keep us informed so we can keep you informed. Use the alumni update form to let us know how to contact you. Twice a year, we publish The Bridge magazine and mail to all alumni. We encourage you to send us updates on your career status, exciting milestones in your life, or other exciting news so we may recognize your achievements in our popular “Class Notes.” Also, add a bookmark to The Bridge Online so you can stay up-to-date with the latest UIU happenings.
Contact Us
As always, feedback from our alumni is appreciated. We value your ideas and suggestions and look forward to hearing from you. We will listen attentively and take action accordingly to ensure UIU is doing everything possible for you to continue being proud of your alma mater.
Our contact info is available in the menu to the right. View the Office of Institutional Advancement and Alumni Engagement staff directory to reach a specific person or, better yet, stop by and say hello! We are located in the Alumni House on the Fayette campus. Contact us ahead of time for a campus tour.
Institutional Advancement & Alumni Engagement
Phone: 563.425.5388
Fax: 563.425.5355
Email: [email protected]
Location: 513 Union Street, Fayette, IA 52142
Mailing Address
Office of Institutional Advancement & Alumni Engagement
Upper Iowa University
605 Washington St.
P.O. Box 1857
Fayette, IA 52142
Alumni Links
Bridge Magazine
Our alumni magazine is a must-read for all Peacocks. This publication is released twice each year, typically in January and August. If you wish to receive a printed copy in the mail, please submit this request at uiu.edu/alumniupdate.
Bridge Online
No need to wait until the next published issue of The Bridge magazine to catch up on all the happenings across Peacock nation. The most recent UIU-related news items, feature stories, and sports updates can be viewed on The Bridge Online throughout the year.
Career Development
Several resources are available for alumni – job boards, resume writing, networking opportunities, career mentoring, and more! The Office of Career Development is happy to help you set and achieve your career goals.
Class Gift
The growth and prosperity of Upper Iowa University is supported by generous donors and alumni who value and cherish this great institution. The Class Gift campaign at UIU provides students with an opportunity to show support for your alma mater and begin leaving their legacy immediately after graduation.
Company Matching Gift
Is your employer a Matching Gift Company? Do a search to see about the possibility of doubling your UIU contribution!
UIU Donor Club Program
We proudly recognize the generosity of individuals and organizations who provide a contribution earning them membership in one of our six elite Donor Clubs.
Endowed Scholarships
View the full list of endowed scholarships at Upper Iowa University.
FY 2022 Donor Report
This document is created to demonstrate accountability to those who have chosen to support UIU with their charitable giving, and we hope it inspires others to consider a contribution and recognize the difference a donation can have on the lives of those connected to the University. Enjoy!
Gale Resources
UIU now offers alumni free access to our collection of electronic databases provided by Gale-Cengage. Included are academic journals, magazines, newspaper articles and other resources on a variety of subjects.
Heritage Society
Become an elite member of the Heritage Society by considering Upper Iowa University in your estate plan. Several mutually beneficial gift options are available for you to review.
Team Peacock
Each year Upper Iowa University’s Team Peacock participates 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.
Current giving areas in need of support:
Homecoming 2024 Fundraiser
Give a gift in honor of your reunion year, or step up with a sponsorship. Gifts will support the UIU Fund, which directly impacts students and emerging needs.
Greenhouse Renovation Project
Support of our renovation which is crucial to students studying science disciplines at UIU.
