Uploaded November 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Joseph Gaylord (67BA) ranks among the nation’s most seasoned political consultants and is an accomplished strategist, fundraiser, and educator who has shared his knowledge with thousands of political candidates—and Hawkeyes—for more than 50 years. He held key leadership roles within the Republican Party and is best known for spearheading the campaign that resulted in the first Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives in 40 years.
About Joe: foriowa.org/daa/daa-profile.php?namer=true&profileid=596
About the University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Awards: Since 1963, the University of Iowa has annually recognized accomplished alumni and friends with Distinguished Alumni Awards. Awards are presented in seven categories: Achievement, Service, Hickerson Recognition, Faculty, Staff, Recent Graduate, and Friend of the University. See a full list of past recipients and learn more about the awards: foriowa.org/daa
Joseph Gaylord (67BA) ranks among the nation’s most seasoned political consultants and is an accomplished strategist, fundraiser, and educator who has shared his knowledge with thousands of political candidates—and Hawkeyes—for more than 50 years. He held key leadership roles within the Republican Party and is best known for spearheading the campaign that resulted in the first Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives in 40 years.
About Joe: foriowa.org/daa/daa-profile.php?namer=true&profileid=596
About the University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Awards: Since 1963, the University of Iowa has annually recognized accomplished alumni and friends with Distinguished Alumni Awards. Awards are presented in seven categories: Achievement, Service, Hickerson Recognition, Faculty, Staff, Recent Graduate, and Friend of the University. See a full list of past recipients and learn more about the awards: foriowa.org/daa
