DES MOINES, IOWA (September 23, 2025) — Drake University was ranked among the top 200 best colleges in the nation by the US News and World Report national university rankings, competing against the largest private and public universities in the country. Drake also secured a N° 69 national ranking for “Best Value,” placing it first in Iowa among all schools.

Within the National University category, Drake secured high marks in several categories, including:

HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (September 16, 2025) — Marshall University has announced a historic $50 million gift from President Brad D Smith and First Lady Alys Smith to advance Marshall for All, a groundbreaking program designed to eliminate student debt.

The milestone gift is the largest bestowed to the university, and is the largest personal contribution made by a sitting university president to their own institution.

Looking east from the current crest of 7th Avenue, this is the college's First Building accessed by a dirt path with split-rail fences on the north. Circa 1880s. Courtesy of Special Collections, Thomas Tredway Library

FAYETTE, IOWA (September 15, 2025) — As summer fades and the first hints of autumn arrive, Upper Iowa University invites students, alumni, families, and friends to gather in Fayette for one of the most anticipated traditions of the year- UIU Homecoming. Mark your calendars for September 21-27, 2025, and get ready to soak up breezy island vibes, tropical fun, and plenty of Peacock Pride at this year's theme: "Peacocks in Paradise."