Upper Iowa University - Des Moines, IA

09/02/2026

Last week, we looked at how to determine if tuition reimbursement is the right benefit for your company. This week's article takes on the next step - how to get your tuition benefit out of a handbook and in front of the employees who need it.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/making-tuition-benefits-useable-working-adults-marj-atkinson-mls-cn40e/

Partnering with a university can stretch your dollars further. UIU is happy to help determine whether a Corporate Advantage Partnership is right for your company.

https://uiu.edu/admissions/corporate-advantage-partnerships-cap/

Many employers offer tuition reimbursement. But offering it isn't the same as making it usable.

09/02/2026

Are you going to the IHCA 2026 Convention & Trade Show? Be sure to stop by the UIU booth to learn how UIU can support your goals!

Upper Iowa University is headed to the IHCA 2026 Convention & Trade Show!

We’re excited to connect with Iowa’s long-term care professionals and share how UIU can help support educational and professional goals in the healthcare field. 🎓

If you’ll be attending, stop by SC Booth #3 on Monday, September 14 to meet our team, learn more about UIU, and see how we can help you take the next step in your education.

📍 Des Moines Marriott Downtown
📅 Monday, September 14
🦚 SC Booth #3

We’ll see you there!

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09/01/2026

Are you an Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) member? Join us on September 9!

Make the most of your ABI membership!
Join us for a BuyABI Social at Workspace on September 9 from 3–5 p.m. Hear from BuyABI partners Storey Kenworthy, Iowa Wolves, Dordt University and Upper Iowa University and learn about exclusive savings and business solutions available to ABI members.

Stick around to network, tour Workspace and connect with partner representatives.

Register: https://na2.hubs.ly/H07xXgc0

08/31/2026

Have a GREAT school year Peacocks!

On behalf of President Kathy Franken, welcome back Peacocks! 🦚 Today marks the beginning of a new year of learning, growth and opportunity, and of course plenty of Peacock Pride! Follow along all week for more First Day of Class photos as we kick off Session 1!

08/31/2026

It's the first day of class of 2026-2027! Have a great year, everyone!!

08/29/2026

Peacock Potential

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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. 💙

08/26/2026

Are you considering adding tuition reimbursement to your benefits package? Tuition reimbursement can be a way to show your employees you care about their growth and development and serve as a retention tool.

This article from Indeed outlines the pros, cons, and considerations before updating your benefit offerings.

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https://www.indeed.com/hire/c/info/tuition-reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement can be a competitive perk attractive to talented employees, so we review some of its key benefits as well as what to consider first.

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! 🦚💙

08/25/2026

Classes start in less than one week!📅

Answer the call 📞 to start - or finish - your Master's, Bachelor's, Associate's, Certificate, or Micro-Credential. 🎓

With over 20 degree options, there's something for YOU at UIU!🦚

Apply for free at www.uiu.edu/apply