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Three area students graduate from Upper Iowa University
Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its December 2014 graduates, followed by the degree earned and respective honors.
Phillip Close of Dysart,IA, with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Melissa Schwan of Vinton,IA, with a Master of Public Admin in Health & Human Services Emphasis
Carol Zieser of Walker,IA, with a Bachelor of Science in Human Services
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.
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Mount Mercy University recognizes May graduates
The student(s) listed below graduated from Mount Mercy University this May. A commencement ceremony was held Sunday, May 17, 2015, at the U.S. Cellular Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Founded in 1928, Mount Mercy University offers students a personal, practical and faith-inspired education that distinctly blends professional career preparation and liberal arts with a strong curriculum grounded in leadership and service.
Kelsey Kankelfitz Presents at Buena Vista University's Scholars Day
Buena Vista University's (BVU) eleventh annual Scholars Day was held Friday, April 24. The event provided students from all disciplines an opportunity to present their best presentations, original research, academic posters, artistic creations and performances to their peers, professors and the public.
This year's Scholars Day event featured 43 presentations from 86 students, exploring topics from art and business to science and history.
AmeriCorps NCCC Team Gets Down and Sandy in Nebraska

NCCC Team Performs Restorative Burns in Wisconsin

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Receives Grant

NCCC FEMA Corps Class 21 Team Leader Spotlight: Octavia Johnson

NCCC Corps Class 21 Spotlight: Bailey Kovall

Purple and Old Gold awards presented at UNI Commencement
Purple and Old Gold awards, were given recognizing meritorious scholarship or conspicuous achievement. They were presented to 56 seniors during the University of Northern Iowa's Commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 9, in the UNI-Dome.
Named after the university colors, the traditional awards were first presented at Commencement ceremonies on May 29, 1939.