FAYETTE, IA (10/31/2014)(readMedia)-- Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its August 2014 graduates, followed by the degree earned and respective honors.

Bridget Keegan of DeWitt, IA, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Human Services from UIU's Online Undergraduate location.

Amanda Shreve of Davenport, IA, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from UIU's Quad Cities location.

About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students-nationally and internationally-at its Fayette campus, 25 U.S. education centers, as well as centers in Malaysia and Hong Kong. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree programs. With a focus on developing leaders and lifelong learners, UIU provides dual enrollment programs for high school students as well as continuing education and professional development opportunities for learners of any age. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.

FAYETTE, IA (08/11/2014)(readMedia)-- Upper Iowa University is pleased to welcome the class of 2018 to campus. New students will begin class on August 25.

The 2014-15 academic year is an exciting one for Upper Iowa. The private, not-for-profit university has redesigned its academic offerings across university to better meet student demands and the needs of the job market that graduates will be entering.

UIU Provost Kurt Wood said the deans of each of the four UIU schools assessed enrollments in current majors to determine demand, researched academic programs against benchmarks and best practices, and proposed changes that were then approved by the university's curriculum committees and the Board of Trustees.

"The evaluations done by each of the University's schools were evidence-informed and driven by data," Wood says. "These data show that we offered about 20 percent more majors than our peers. While some 50 major fields of study may be the right number for UIU to offer, the associated costs must be balanced with the value derived by our students. It's not all about the spreadsheet, but today's higher education environment demands that attention be paid to the bottom line. We have to be responsive to the marketplace and align workforce preparation expectations with the University's program offerings to ensure that our graduates can compete and have the opportunity to succeed. Upper Iowa remains committed to providing accessible, affordable and well-regarded higher education with employment rates for its graduates that meet or exceed national averages."

UIU President William R. Duffy, Ed.D., Ed.S., added that the academic redesign is not only about adding or deleting majors but is, more importantly, about expanding opportunities for UIU students around the world.

"Many UIU majors and programs will now reach more students than just those who sit in classrooms here in Fayette or at one of our centers. We have expanded the offerings available through the UIU online learning program, making these opportunities accessible to everyone," Duffy said. "We also refreshed and updated programs to add specific skills that can be taken into the 21st century workplace, and help UIU students stand out as exceptional students, employees and professionals."

Realignment of majors will continue as needed as part of the University's ongoing quality improvement process, he added.

Attending Upper Iowa for the new 2014-15 academic year are:

Dawson Jones of Muscatine, IA

Anthony Murillo of Davenport, IA

Anna Schroeder of Davenport, IA

About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs and leadership development opportunities to more than 6,200 students-nationally and internationally-at its Fayette campus and learning centers worldwide. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree program. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.

FAYETTE, IA (06/05/2014)(readMedia)-- Upper Iowa University names its 2013-14 Dean's List. To be honored, the undergraduate must have earned a minimum 3.50 GPA for the semester and be enrolled as a full-time student.

Amanda Smith, a Athletic Training major from Moline, IL

Samantha Thrapp, a Psychology major from Davenport, IA

Gina Fox, a Nursing major from Bettendorf, IA

Nicole Belz, a Business Administration major from Davenport, IA

William Stellmach, a Accounting major from Davenport, IA

Adam Chitwood, a Accounting major from Davenport, IA

Shawn Cotton, a Criminal Justice major from LeClaire, IA

Jann Hebrank, a Psychology major from Park View, IA

Tara Harmon, a Psychology major from Long Grove, IA

Gene Lucas, a Psychology major from Bettendorf, IA

Peter Mullarkey, a Accounting major from Bettendorf, IA

Kathryn Troendle, a Human Services major from Bettendorf, IA

Samantha Barber, a Accounting major from Long Grove, IA

Jessica Buntemeyer, a Psychology major from Davenport, IA

Shannon Heck, a Business Administration major from Davenport, IA

Britta Ogden, a Human Resources Management major from Davenport, IA

Nicholas Pillard, a Business Administration major from Davenport, IA

Marissa Reese, a Human Services major from Bettendorf, IA

Travis Zurcher, a Financial Management major from Moline, IL

FAYETTE, IA (05/07/2014)(readMedia)-- Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its March 2014 graduates, followed by the degree earned and respective honors.

Jillian Dossett of Eldridge, IA, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Upper Iowa University's Quad Cities Center.

David Green of Bettendorf, IA, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Upper Iowa University's Online Undergraduate Center.

Amandeep Kaur of Davenport, IA, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from Upper Iowa University's Quad Cities Center.

About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs and leadership development opportunities to more than 6,200 students-nationally and internationally-at its Fayette campus and learning centers worldwide. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree program. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.