2026 College News
Buena Vista releases 2026 College Graduate List
Buena Vista University congratulates more than 445 students who graduated by earning their degrees in the Spring 2026.
Buena Vista University (BVU), founded in 1891, is dedicated to unlocking every student's greatest potential. As a leader in rural education and innovation, BVU offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to meet the evolving needs of today's learners and tomorrow's workforce.
Located on the scenic shores of Storm Lake, BVU blends hands-on learning with dynamic classroom experiences, transforming academic concepts into real-world impact. Its flexible online undergraduate and graduate programs provide accessible pathways for those balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. Guided by a strategic vision focused on three core themes-building outcomes, community, and connections-BVU empowers students and alumni to build confidently, foster meaningful relationships, and lead positive change in their communities and beyond.
SPRING DEGREES, 2026
Elizabeth Cary, Dow City; Rosa Perotti, Dunlap; Jaci Petersen, Dunlap; MaKenzie Dumbaugh, Dunlap.
SPRING DEANS LIST, 2026
Robert Gross, Earling; Patrick Heffernan, Dunlap; Jaci Petersen, Dunlap; Mackenzie Schwery, Dunlap; Lillian Wyatt, Dunlap.
