51ÁÔÆæ Student Named Coca-Cola Academic Team Gold Scholar
Benjamin Tindall, a student at 51ÁÔÆæ, has been named a 2024 Coca-Cola Academic Team Gold Scholar and will receive a $1,500 scholarship.The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver, and 50 Bronze Scholars with nearly $200,000 in scholarships annually. Each scholar also receives […]
51ÁÔÆæ President to Receive Bennet Lifetime Achievement Award
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) will recognize nine retiring college presidents and chancellors with the Michael Bennett Lifetime Achievement Award during PTK Catalyst 2024, the Society’s annual convention in Orlando, Florida, April 4-6, 2024.These awards are given to retiring college presidents who have shown support of student success initiatives leading to stronger pathways to […]
51ÁÔÆæ Announces Fall 2023 President’s List and Dean’s List
51ÁÔÆæ is pleased to announce that 848 individuals have been named to the 2023 Fall Term President’s List and Dean’s List. These students represent 100 Iowa communities, 13 states outside the state of Iowa and 14 countries outside of the United States. Students are listed by hometown.NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGEDEAN’S […]
President’s Day Presentation
Bennett Smith Presents Insightful Look at FDR for Presidents’ DayCelebrate Presidents’ Day with an engaging presentation by Bennett Smith on the life and Presidency of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR). This event, hosted by the Lifelong Learning Institute, explores FDR’s journey to the White House, his leadership during the Great Depression and World War II, and […]
February Entrepreneur of the Month Shawn Dietz
The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Shawn Dietz of OnTheGoMedia, Inc. in Hampton, IA as the February 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month. OnTheGoMedia is a full-service, community-oriented media company. OnTheGoMedia owns two radio stations – 104.9 KLMJ-FM, Hampton and 98.9 KQCR-FM (99 The Wave), Parkersburg – and […]
National CTE Signing Day
Please join us for National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Letter of Intent Signing Day on Thursday, April 18, 2024, in the Muse Norris Conference Center on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus.The event, modeled after an athletic signing, is for students committing to further their education in one of 51ÁÔÆæ’s Agriculture or Skilled Trades programs. Along with more than […]
Pathways To Success
The public is invited to attend the 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Alumni Association’s annual Pathways to Success event on Friday, April 26, 2024. The event is scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium on campus. The 51ÁÔÆæ Alumni Association hosts Pathways to Success annually to honor accomplished alumni and […]
Bustin’ Out Blue
Bustin’ Out Blue is a campus visit program you won’t want to miss! Your time on campus will include a tour of campus and housing, learn about your academic area, receive information on financial aid and scholarships, interact with clubs and organizations and current students, and most fun of all cheer on the Trojans at […]
51ÁÔÆæ Announces Presidential Search
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) has officially launched a national search for a new President, following the announcement of Dr. Steve Schulz’s retirement at the end of June 2024. After a decade of transformative leadership, Schulz leaves a legacy of growth and academic distinction at 51ÁÔÆæ.Under Dr. Schulz’s tenure, the college’s achievements have been […]
Venture School Helps North Iowa Entrepreneurs Succeed
Applications Now Open for Spring 2024 CohortMASON CITY, Iowa – North Iowa entrepreneurs are achieving success with the assistance of the 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center cohort of the University of Iowa Venture School. Venture School is the premiere business training program in Iowa, emphasizing real-world entrepreneurship and innovation based on a leading-edge curriculum. Participants learn to […]
51ÁÔÆæ Alumna Lori Ryerkerk to be Honored Guest, Keynote Speaker for Upcoming Pathways to Success Program
The public is invited to attend the 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Alumni Association’s annual Pathways to Success event on Friday, April 26, 2024. The event is scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium on campus. The 51ÁÔÆæ Alumni Association hosts Pathways to Success annually to honor accomplished alumni and […]
Boehmer Joins 51ÁÔÆæ Alumni Advisory Board
Lincoln Boehmer has joined the 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Alumni Advisory Board.Lincoln Boehmer of Slater, graduated from 51ÁÔÆæ with an Associate’s Degree in Engineering in 2016, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering from Iowa State University in 2018. Boehmer is a Project Manager – Estimator with Dean Snyder Construction in Ankeny. Through […]
Tiffany Rottinghaus of Mara Bridal Boutique and Cardigan in Charles City is the December 2023 Entrepreneur of the Month
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Tiffany Rottinghaus of Mara as the December 2023 Entrepreneur of the MonthThe 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Tiffany Rottinghaus of Mara Bridal Boutique and Cardigan in Charles City, IA as the December 2023 Entrepreneur of the Month.Tiffany Rottinghaus opened Mara […]
51ÁÔÆæ Alumni, Faculty, and Staff Recognized with Awards
This year’s Community Colleges for Iowa Awards convention shone a spotlight on three outstanding individuals from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ), who were celebrated for their exceptional contributions. The honorees, receiving the Outstanding Alumni Award, Outstanding Faculty Award, and Outstanding Staff Award, exemplify excellence and dedication.Anthony (Tony) Coloff 62’ was presented with the Outstanding […]




