51ÁÔÆæ Earns Reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission
The Board of Directors of 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) proudly announces that 51ÁÔÆæ has successfully earned reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). This achievement reaffirms the college’s commitment to academic excellence, continuous improvement, and its significant role in higher education within the community and beyond.Following a rigorous evaluation process, which included a […]
51ÁÔÆæ Student Entrepreneurs Advance to Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition Finals
Three students representing 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) competed in Round 1 of the 2024 Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition and advanced to the Finals. The competition was held during the Student Entrepreneurship Conference at Drake University in Des Moines, IA on April 5-6, 2024.The three 51ÁÔÆæ student entrepreneurs competing in Round 1 were:Each […]
North Iowa Concert Band – Spring Concert
On Tuesday, April 16th, Dr. Justin Smiley-Oyen will conduct the North Iowa Concert Band in their Spring Concert at 7:30pm in the North Iowa Community Auditorium. This highly-talented group of community and student musicians will play a concert of “New Classics,” featuring works by Copland, Whitacre, and Gordon Jacob. Music starts at 7:00 PM, and […]
51ÁÔÆæ Welcomes Joel Pedersen as New President
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is excited to announce the appointment of Joel Pedersen as its new President, effective July 1. Pedersen will succeed Steve Schulz, who is retiring after more than 10 years of distinguished service to the college.The selection of Pedersen was the culmination of an extensive search led by a broad-based […]
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC April 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Holly Neuberger of Lake Animal Clinic as the April 2024 Entrepreneur of the MonthThe 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Holly Neuberger of Lake Animal Clinic in Clear Lake, IA as the April 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month. When Holly Neuberger opened […]
51ÁÔÆæ Earns Reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission
The Board of Directors of 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) proudly announces that 51ÁÔÆæ has successfully earned reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). This achievement reaffirms the college’s commitment to academic excellence, continuous improvement, and its significant role in higher education within the community and beyond.Following a rigorous evaluation process, which included a […]
This We Believe
In connection with the 51ÁÔÆæ Common Read This I Believe, 51ÁÔÆæ will be hosting This We Believe on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the 51ÁÔÆæ Activity Center. Showcased will be This I Believe statements, unique artworks, photography, videos, and other expressions of personal beliefs from 51ÁÔÆæ students, faculty, staff, and community members. This promises to be an evening […]
Quodlibet ’24
The 47th annual Quodlibet variety show presented by 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will take place on Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus. This year’s theme ‘Millennium Music’ is a tribute to 21st Century Pop Rock.“There will be […]
Quodlibet ’24
Quodlibet ’24 Coming to the 51ÁÔÆæ Auditorium on April 13 & 14The 47th annual Quodlibet variety show presented by 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will take place on Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus. This year’s theme ‘Millennium […]
March 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Colton Card of Twenty Fore Seven Golf as the March 2024 Entrepreneur of the MonthThe 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Colton Card of Twenty Fore Seven Golf in Mason City, IA as the March 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month. Twenty Fore […]
51ÁÔÆæ To Offer ESL Classes in Britt
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will now offer tuition free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in Britt. This program is specifically designed for adults 18 and older whose first language is not English, aiming to improve their speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in in a supportive, friendly environment.Registration will be held […]
Job Expo
51ÁÔÆæ(51ÁÔÆæ) will host its 2024 Job Expo from 11 am-2 pm and from 5-7 pm on Wednesday, April 3 in the 51ÁÔÆæ Gymnasium. Students looking to begin their post-academic careers and job seekers looking for their next jobs in North Iowa are invited to attend.The expo will have 65 companies from […]
Job Expo
51ÁÔÆæ(51ÁÔÆæ) will host its 2024 Job Expo from 11 am-2 pm and from 5-7 pm on Wednesday, April 3 in the 51ÁÔÆæ Gymnasium. Students looking to begin their post-academic careers and job seekers looking for their next jobs in North Iowa are invited to attend.The expo will have 65 companies from […]
Applications Now Open for the Annual John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition
The 2024 John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition application portal is now open. The nineteenth annual statewide competition will award $100,000 in cash prizes to early stage Iowa startups and entrepreneurial ventures that intend to scale operations in Iowa. The $100,000 in seed funding includes a $50,000 contribution from the late John Pappajohn, matched by $50,000 […]
Hairspray
You Can’t Stop the Beat! Hairspray, Broadway’s Tony® Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, is back on tour! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit songs including […]



