51ÁÔÆæ Celebrates Graduation With Four Ceremonies
At the four 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Graduation Ceremonies on Friday, May 7, nearly 700 graduates were recognized as earning nearly 900 Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates during the 2020-21 Academic Year. Several Honors and Awards were also presented. 51ÁÔÆæ’S Class of 2021 represents 11 countries, 19 states and 117 Iowa communities.(* Midyear Graduate)ADEL* […]
51ÁÔÆæ Graduate Honors
HALL OF FAME CANDIDATES(Graduates earning all A’s at 51ÁÔÆæ)Trevor A. Brinkman, BristowAngela L. Dodd, Clear LakeKessa A. Fingalsen, ManlyMattilyn S. Flack, BradfordMadison J. Klingenborg, DumontKeri L. Larson, Mason CityThea G. Lunning, Mason CityHailey N. McCoy-Munger, SheffieldCollin W. McCrabb, WiltonEmily J. Majerczyk, Clear LakeJacob J. Mehmen, Mason CityJoseph D. Monson, Clear LakeJacob C. Petersen, Clear LakeJalen […]
Winners announced in the 21st Annual John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition
The 2021 John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition was held virtually with 13 students advancing to the final presentation round, where plans were reviewed by John Pappajohn and his team. Student entrepreneurs entering the competition came from Drake University, Iowa State University, 51ÁÔÆæ, the University of Iowa, and the University of […]
51ÁÔÆæ Graduation Commencement May 7
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Commencement: May 7, 2021 in the 51ÁÔÆæ Gymnasium. To adhere to social distancing guidelines, there will be four separate ceremonies.Each graduate will receive two guest tickets. Masks will be required on campus and to attend all ceremonies.Graduation Ceremony and TimeHealth (This will include the pinning of the ADN, PN and Medical […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
The 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center to offer a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, conduct market research, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business.Start Smart will […]
51ÁÔÆæ Plans For A Normal Return To Classes This Summer, Fall
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is planning for the summer and fall 2021 semesters to resemble pre-COVID days with more in-person experiences and fewer restrictions related to COVID-19.“We’re excited about the prospect of this summer and next fall more closely resembling a typical academic year,” said Steve Schulz, 51ÁÔÆæ President. “Due to the vigilance […]
It’s a First: Three Women Named 51ÁÔÆæ’s Outstanding Math and Engineering Students
Emily Majerczyk, Hailey McCoy-Munger, and Thea Lunning have been named 51ÁÔÆæ’s outstanding students in Mathematics and Engineering this year. It is the first in over thirty years that the recipients have all been female.Each spring the 51ÁÔÆæ Mathematics department honors its most outstanding students in Mathematics and Engineering. Faculty members in the department nominate students with […]
51ÁÔÆæ’s New Volunteer Center
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is opening a volunteer center on campus. The College has been awarded a Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF) grant of $31,354 from the Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service, the state agency that fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. This funding provides the resources for the College to create a […]
National Wrestling Champion Christian Minto
Sophomore Christian Minto became 51ÁÔÆæ’s 14th national champion in the sport of wrestling. Minto completed a perfect 2021 season with a 13-6 victory over Iowa Central’s Keaton Geerts in the 165-pound title match at the NJCAA Division I national championships Thursday night at the Mid-America Center. Minto completed the 2021 season with a 13-0 record and moved his […]
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Paige Rolling and Jillian Enke of Clear Lake Connected as the April 2021 Entrepreneurs of the Month
The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to recognize Paige Rolling and Jillian Enke of Clear Lake Connected in Clear Lake, IA as the April 2021 Entrepreneurs of the Month.The founders of Clear Lake Connected, a boutique digital marketing business, may not be what you expected. Paige Rolling and […]
51ÁÔÆæ students earn seed money in regional pitch competition
Three student teams representing 51ÁÔÆæ competed at the regional level in The Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition held at 51ÁÔÆæ on April 12, 2021. Jillian Enke and Paige Rolling (Clear Lake Connected) Preston Kyles (Team Dream Chasers Basketball Academy), and McKelary Robertson (Unheard Voices Clothing) pitched their business ideas to panel […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
The 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center to offer a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, conduct market research, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business.Start Smart will be offered on Wednesday, April […]
51ÁÔÆæ Pathways to Success Honored 25 Student Leaders
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) recognized 25 student leaders at the 31st annual Pathways to Success event held April 9 in the North Iowa Community Auditorium. Honorees were nominated by 51ÁÔÆæ faculty and staff for their academic achievement, positive attitude, character, teamwork, and ability to inspire others. The event also featured a keynote address by 2021 Outstanding Alumna […]
North Iowa Businesses Compete in Venture School Launch Day
MASON CITY, Iowa— The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted Venture School Launch Day on Thursday, March 25, 2021. The spring 2021 cohort of nine teams competed in person after attending classes virtually for 8 weeks of training, doing customer discovery and developing their business model alongside local entrepreneur mentors. A panel of judges (Stacy […]
AMERICA’S SBDC IOWA ANNOUNCES 2021 SPECIAL ENTREPRENEUR AWARD WINNERS
Julia Dannen, D&S Services, Mason CityBruce Teague, Caring Hands & More LLC, Iowa CityRebecca Runyon, Bessie’s Parlor, AmesAMES, Iowa – America’s SBDC Iowa (SBDC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2021 special entrepreneur awards. Julia Dannen, Owner, D&S Services, is the 2021 Deb Dalziel Woman Entrepreneur Achievement Award winner. Bruce Teague, Owner, Caring Hands […]