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Special Projects [$1.6 million]
"We saw a need for increased vitality and opportunity in and around Fayette, and we strongly support Upper Iowa's vision for playing a lead role in regional economic development via the e-Center. It is an exciting time for the University and Fayette, with many growth opportunities available, and we are happy to do our part in helping the UIBD grant succeed."
Alumnus Bob Firth, UIU Board Chair
Bachelor of Science, '89
Independent Study Program
Master's, '00
Online Program
Special project funding allows the University to be agile and support innovative and progressive projects that enhance the living and learning environments in all of the UIU communities.
- Upper Iowa Corridor, an Upper Iowa University resource
- Upper Iowa Business Development (UIBD) grant funding
- Heartlanding Information Technology Services Center (HITSC)
- Volga River Bike Trail
- Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Upper Iowa University would be happy to consider partnering with any donor on a special project.
The UIBD grant is $40,000 awarded annually to individual(s) to start, expand, or relocate a business to the city of Fayette. The grant was created through a $500,000 endowment by UIU Board of Trustees Bob and Betty Firth; Bob is also board chair. The 2010 UIBD grant is the third grant awarded in as many years to start a restaurant/sports lounge called, "Victories."The four partners in "Victories" are three UIU grads and one who attended UIU for two years.
