Upper Iowa University Career Development

09/08/2026

The Alumni Speaker Series returns! 🦚🦚 Join us on Tuesday, September 15th at 6pm central when we talk with Kelly Larson, a 2000 Fayette Campus alum on the main Upper Iowa University page as she presents "From the Farm to the Final Frontier: An Entrepreneur’s Unlikely Path to Success".

With a career spanning two decades as an entrepreneur in multiple industries, Kelly has embraced the opportunities presented to her using the leadership skills she honed in on while as a student. Now, as she navigates what’s next, Kelly will talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur, how the skills developed helped to shape the professional she is, and when to know you’re ready to take that leap for what’s next. Tune in while Kelly talks about her journey after UIU and the experiences that surround it.

Want to learn more about the Alumni Speaker Series or get involved? Visit www.uiu.edu/alumnispeakerseries for more information or to watch previous alumni speakers.

08/28/2026

Students taking in all the Resource Fair has to offer as part of Peacock Experience today! 🦚

08/11/2026

Let us help you share your UIU story! Reach out today if you are interested in being featured as part of the Alumni Speaker Series.

Looking for a way to give back to UIU and share your story at the same time? Then we have just the thing for you!

The Alumni Speaker Series is virtual and provides graduates with the opportunity to give back by sharing career insights, lessons learned, and personal experiences with students, fellow alumni, and the broader UIU community.

Whether your path was traditional, unexpected, entrepreneurial, service-focused, or is still evolving, your story matters — and it could be exactly what someone else needs to hear.

Interested in being featured? We want to hear from you! Learn more and reach out here: https://uiu.edu/experience/career-development/alumni-speaker-series/

07/30/2026

Did you know today is National Intern Day?! That must mean it's time to celebrate!! 🦚🎉

Whether you're currently an intern, an employer working with one this summer, or gearing up for an internship this fall, we want to know about it! Snap a pic and share below in the comments so we can celebrate!

National Intern Day was launched by WayUp in 2017, as a way to celebrate the work interns are contributing to the organizations they are learning from while also releasing their 100 Top Internship Programs List. Want to learn more? Visit https://www.nationalinternday.com/

Now, let's see those interns!

07/14/2026

Resumes have been rolling through the Career Development office this summer for review! Whether you are just getting started with your degree or preparing for the job search, there is never a bad time to update your materials in preparation for the next step.

Soft skills, often referred to as transferable skills, bring added value to the resume but sometimes get overlooked when you are making decisions on what to include in your application materials. CareerBuilder has some great tips on how you can best incorporate them on your resume.

Your 2024 guide to including soft skills on your resume so employers take notice. Read about the top soft skills and how you can include them on your resume.

05/09/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! It’s a GREAT day to be a Peacock! 🦚🎓🦚

🎓 Today’s the big day, Peacocks! 🦚

For full details, visit uiu.edu/commencement

04/23/2026

Join us tonight at 6pm central for the Alumni Speaker Series with Nicole (Henry) Stemo '10 as she shares her story!

The Alumni Speaker Series is back this month when we are joined by Nicole (Henry) Stemo, a 2010 Fayette alum who double majored in management and marketing! 🦚🦚

Tune in on Thursday, April 23rd at 6pm central when we talk with Nicole on the Upper Iowa University page as she presents “What No One Tells You About Your First 3 Years After College (And How to Get Ahead Anyway)”. After starting her career in alumni relations, Nicole navigated a non-linear path into an industry she hadn’t originally planned for but one that ultimately provided significant opportunities for growth, leadership, and impact. She’ll share honest insights and practical advice on what the first few years after college look like, and how to navigate them with confidence and intention.

Want to learn more about the Alumni Speaker Series or get involved? Visit www.uiu.edu/alumnispeakerseries for more information or to watch previous alumni speakers.

04/18/2026

Great morning in Fayette welcoming new students for their OAR Day! 🦚

04/16/2026

The Alumni Speaker Series is back this month when we are joined by Nicole (Henry) Stemo, a 2010 Fayette alum who double majored in management and marketing! 🦚🦚

Tune in on Thursday, April 23rd at 6pm central when we talk with Nicole on the Upper Iowa University page as she presents “What No One Tells You About Your First 3 Years After College (And How to Get Ahead Anyway)”. After starting her career in alumni relations, Nicole navigated a non-linear path into an industry she hadn’t originally planned for but one that ultimately provided significant opportunities for growth, leadership, and impact. She’ll share honest insights and practical advice on what the first few years after college look like, and how to navigate them with confidence and intention.

Want to learn more about the Alumni Speaker Series or get involved? Visit www.uiu.edu/alumnispeakerseries for more information or to watch previous alumni speakers.