New Grads

Recent Grads

Make the most of this next stage of your life by joining the University of Iowa Alumni Association (UIAA) and taking advantage of valuable MEMBERS ONLY resources and services for new graduates.


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Take advantage of these membership benefits. New grads can join for just $25—that’s a $20 savings over the regular membership fee.

Save Money on the Things You Need

The UIAA gives members access to outstanding products and services at special discount rates. Get discounts on hotels and car rentals or save a few dollars on graduate school entrance exam preparation courses —the alumni association is at your service.

OnIowa

OnIowa.com, the UI's official online community is the perfect way to stay in touch with your friends and network with other alumni. Register for the community now.

Alumni Insurance

Through the UIAA's partnership with American Insurance Administrators, alumni can participate in a short-term health insurance program.

Connect to Careers

UIAA members have access to members-only career networking events, plus opportunities to meet fellow Iowa grads who can help you build your career. Membership can support your professional success!

Meet the IOWA Club

If you’ve moved to a new city after graduation the UIAA’s network of local Iowa Clubs is a great way to meet new people and make connections in the city you now call home.  

Get Something Fun in the Mail

Tired of getting only bills and advertisements in the mail? When you join the UI Alumni Association, you’ll receive the Iowa Alumni Magazine five times a year and one digital edition.

Free Graduation Announcements

Graduation AnnouncementsNew graduates who join the alumni association may request a free package of graduation announcements. One package contains ten announcements.

The package will be available upon request six weeks prior to May and December graduation ceremonies. Summer grads should request the May or December announcements as announcements for summer graduation are not available. Members may pick up their free pack of announcements between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, at the alumni association offices located at 100 Levitt Center. Additional announcements may be ordered in packages of ten for $12.50 each. Announcements may also be mailed to you with prepaid postage of $3.50. Send postage fee by check made payable to:

The University of Iowa Alumni Association
PO Box 1970
Iowa City, Iowa 52244-9981.

To order personalized graduation announcements visit our merchandise page.

Order your class ring. Recently redesigned, the UI class ring symbolizes your achievement as a UI alum.

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