Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered in Mason City
The 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering 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, do market research, consider different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business.Start Smart […]
Semester Kick-Off: Lifelong Learning Institute Coffee
The Lifelong Learning Institute at 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will start the semester off with a cup of coffee and a chance to meet new members, potential members, and faculty of the Lifelong Learning Institute.51ÁÔÆæ President Dr. Steve Schulz and Darshini Jayawardena, Director of the Lifelong Learning Institute, will kick off the year […]
RSVP of North Central Iowa Applauds Volunteers for Helping Students Succeed
In recognition of January as National Mentoring Month, RSVP of North Central Iowa is celebrating the work of Reading Coach Volunteers. RSVP Reading Coaches tutor and mentor middle school students to help them improve their literacy skills. In addition to tutoring in reading, volunteers are caring adults in the lives of the students they serve, […]
Samuel & Patricia Congello Proudly Present The Estonian National Symphony Orchestra
Samuel & Patricia Congello proudly present The Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31st, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2017-2018 Performing Arts and Leadership Series for the 20th Anniversary Season. Orchestral selections for the program will include works by […]
Launch & Grow Your Business Program Begins Spring 2018
The Launch & Grow Program begins February 15, 2018. Launch & Grow is designed to assist the start-up and current entrepreneur in developing a business concept and evaluating it through each step of the business planning process. This course will teach participants how to research, develop, and write detailed business plans. It covers all aspects of […]
The Historic Park Inn Proudly Presents One Funny Mother
The Historic Park Inn proudly presents One Funny Mother, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 27th, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2017-2018 Performing Arts and Leadership Series for the 20th Anniversary Season.This is a great “Girl’s Night Out” or date night for anyone […]
The 51ÁÔÆæ Performing Arts and Leadership Series Proudly Presents Mr. Popper’s Penguins
The 51ÁÔÆæ Performing Arts and Leadership Series proudly presents Mr. Popper’s Penguins at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 14th, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2017-2018 Performing Arts and Leadership Series for the 20th Anniversary Season.Painter and decorator by day, Mr. Popper spends his […]
Cabin Coffee Wins 2018 Neal Smith Entrepreneur of the Year Award
America’s SBDC Iowa (SBDC) is pleased to announce Brad and Angie Barber of Cabin Coffee, Clear Lake, as the winners of the 2018 Neal Smith Entrepreneur of the Year Award.Brad and Angie Barber worked with the North Iowa Area SBDC and 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center in Mason City. Brook Boehmler, regional director of the […]
North Iowan Joins 51ÁÔÆæ Alumni Advisory Board
Amy Fleming has joined the 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Alumni Advisory Board.Amy Fleming graduated from 51ÁÔÆæ in 1996 and Wartburg College in 1998 with a degree in Communication Arts and Electronic Media. Fleming joined KIMT in 1998 where she is an Anchor and News Content Coordinator. Fleming serves as President of the Cerro […]
New 51ÁÔÆæ Scholarship Offers Tuition-Free College for Eligible Students
The 51ÁÔÆæ Promise is a new scholarship that will provide free tuition for qualifying Area 2 (51ÁÔÆæ Service Area) high school and home school graduates to help them realize their dream of attending and completing college. The scholarship will be available to May 2018 Area 2 graduates who meet the eligibility criteria. Current 51ÁÔÆæ students […]
Sukup Manufacturing Co. and MBT Bank & The Hanson Family Foundation Proudly Present Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Sukup Manufacturing Co. and MBT Bank & The Hanson Family Foundation proudly present Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19th, 2017. This presentation is part of the 2017-2018 Performing Arts and Leadership Series for the 20th Anniversary Season.Manheim Steamroller […]
North Iowa Choral Society Holiday Concert To Be Held on December 10
North Iowa Choral Society presents its Annual Christmas Holiday Concert, “Christmas Dreams,” on Sunday, December 10, at 7:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium. The audition-only SATB choral ensemble is under the direction of Linda Ferjak and accompanied by Emily Overy. The ensemble, which is sponsored by 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ), has […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered in Mason City
The 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering 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, do market research, consider different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business.Start Smart […]
COATLESS IN THE COLD: 51ÁÔÆæ ANNUAL COAT DRIVE
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Student Government representatives will be standing outside of HyVee East on November 27, from 2:40-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, November 29, from 2:40-4:30 p.m. without the benefit of appropriate winter clothing. This annual effort raises awareness and gathers donations for area residents who cannot afford the necessary clothing during the […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered in Mason City
The 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering 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, do market research, consider different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business.Start Smart […]


