IDEA Camp for Middle School Students
51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center to Host IDEA Camp for Middle School StudentsFull Day Program on Presidents’ Day, February 16, 2026The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center will hold the IDEA Camp for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students on Presidents’ Day, Monday February 16, 2026. The camp will run 8:30am to 3:30pm. […]
51ÁÔÆæ Employees Recognized at Outstanding Community College Awards
Two 51ÁÔÆæ employees were honored for their outstanding contributions to higher education during the Outstanding Community College Awards, held Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Community Colleges for Iowa Convention & Tradeshow.Jason Ott was named Outstanding Faculty, recognizing his dedication to teaching excellence and commitment to student success. Ott’s work in the […]
Venture School Helps North Iowa Entrepreneurs Succeed
Applications Now Open for Spring 2026 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 […]
Dean Z – The Ultimate Elvis
Sponsored By The G.G. George Family and In Memory of Jack Nielsen by Joyce NielsenDean Z, Entertainer of the Year and star of the hit internationally touring production Elvis Lives is bringing his all-new high energy Elvis tribute show to the North Iowa Community Auditorium. Dean Z – The Ultimate Elvis is a musical journey spanning the […]
Meredith Willson’s The Music Man
In Memory of Patricia Johnston by Dr. Tom Johnston“76 Trombones Led the Big Parade! …And they’re marching still, right today!”Meredith Willson’s The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences across the nation since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every […]
Meredith Willson’s The Music Man
In Memory of Patricia Johnston by Dr. Tom Johnston“76 Trombones Led the Big Parade! …And they’re marching still, right today!”Meredith Willson’s The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences across the nation since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every […]
Step Afrika!
Sponsored By First Citizens Bank and Kimt-TVStep Afrika! is an electrifying production that fuses groundbreaking step choreography with the vibrant soundscape of a live DJ. As the world’s leading authority on the art form of stepping, Step Afrika! pushes the boundaries of stepping, blending tradition with innovation to create an unforgettable, high-energy experience.Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced […]
December 2025 Entrepreneur of the Month
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC Recognizes Megan Dennis of Still Waters Day & Scalp Spa as the December 2025 Entrepreneur of the MonthThe 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Megan Dennis of Still Waters Day & Scalp Spa in Clear Lake, IA as the December 2025 Entrepreneur […]
Mrs. Doubtfire
In Memory of Patricia Johnston by Dr. Tom JohnstonA new musical comedy about the things we do to stay together.Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Mason City, Iowa in “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who […]
Candlelight – A Choral Celebration of the Season
51ÁÔÆæ proudly presents Candlelight: A Choral Celebration of the Season at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ Campus at 7:30 PM on Thursday, December 4th. Joel Everist serves as Artistic Director for the event.The 51ÁÔÆæ Vocal Music Department will present Candlelight along with local choral ensembles featuring performances from the […]
Will Hearn’s Grand Ol’ Christmas Show
Sponsored By North Iowa Eye Clinic and The G.G. George FamilyDon’t touch that dial…broadcasting live from the Grand Ol’ Radio Network on 1225 AM, N-OE-L Radio, it’s Will Hearn’s Grand Ol’ Christmas Show!Brought to you by The Grand Ol’ Production Company and a cast of the best artists and entertainers in Texas like Dalton Flake, the […]
51ÁÔÆæ Student Faith Etheredge Earns National Recognition for Artwork
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) student Faith Etheredge from Nora Springs has been honored with a Visual Arts Award Scholarship of $500 for her artwork “Nala.” Her work was selected for publication in the 31st edition of Nota Bene, Phi Theta Kappa’s national literary and visual arts honors anthology.Etheredge’s artwork was chosen from more than 3,200 […]
JPEC November 2025 Entrepreneur of the Month
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC Recognizes Alisha Johnson of A. Johnson Trucking as the November 2025 Entrepreneur of the MonthMASON CITY, IOWA – The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Alisha Johnson of A. Johnson Trucking in Northwood, IA as the November 2025 Entrepreneur of the Month.Alisha […]
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Sponsored By Neurosurgery of North Iowa, Drs. Bhangoo & Ondoma and Kcmr RadioThis holiday season, experience the magic of cirque like never before with the all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland! A thrilling blend of world-class circus artistry and your favorite holiday music, this spectacular production will transport you to a winter wonderland of awe and enchantment.With […]
North Iowa Entrepreneurs Compete in Fall 2025 Venture School Launch Day Competition
$3,500 in Prizes Awarded to Local EntrepreneursThe 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the University of Iowa Venture School Launch Day competition on Thursday October 22, 2025. The 51ÁÔÆæ Fall 2025 Venture School cohort competed in person after attending classes virtually for 7 weeks of training, customer discovery, and developing their business model alongside local […]