FAYETTE, IOWA (April 19, 2021) — Alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends of Upper Iowa University (UIU) will once again have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of future UIU students during the annual Celebrate UIU Days Thursday, April 22-Friday, April 23.
As part of celebrating the event's fifth anniversary, UIU has set a record goal of 1,000 donations. Over the previous four years, over $432,200 was contributed by nearly 1,300 donors.
People can follow Celebrate UIU Day through the UIU Alumni and Friends Facebook page and other UIU social media to receive regular progress updates. Those wishing to show their support can share favorite UIU photos and memories via social media by using the hashtag #CELEBRATEUIU, add a frame to their Facebook profile picture, update their Facebook and Twitter cover photos to promote Celebrate UIU Day, and make a gift before the event concludes at 3:57PM, Friday, April 23. Organizers noted that gifts in any amount are helpful.
For more information on becoming one of this year's 1,000 donors or to participate in this year's Celebrate UIU Day, visit uiu.edu/celebrateuiu.
About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, non-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to about 4,500 students — nationally and internationally — at its Fayette, Iowa, campus, as well as 21 US locations and a location in 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.
