51ÁÔÆæ Announces 2019 Spring Term President’s List and Dean’s List
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is pleased to announce that 736 individuals have been named to the 2019 Spring Term President’s List and Dean’s List. These students represent 84 Iowa communities, 7 states outside the state of Iowa and 11 countries outside of the United States. Students are listed by hometown.NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY […]
Public Notice of Upcoming Accreditation Review Visit
51ÁÔÆæ wishes to announce that it will host a site visit September 17th-19th, 2019 for continuing accreditation of the Associate Degree Nursing Program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).You are invited to meet with the site visit team and share your comments about the program in person at […]
Two Join 51ÁÔÆæ Alumni Advisory Board
Jerel Jernigan and Ruth Miller have joined the 51ÁÔÆæ Alumni Advisory Board.Jerel Jernigan graduated from 51ÁÔÆæ in 2011 and Ball State University in 2014 with a degree in Sports Administration and a minor in Foundations of Business. Jernigan is 51ÁÔÆæ’s Assistant Men’s Basketball coach. Jernigan was part of […]
Last-Dollar Scholarship Available to Students at 51ÁÔÆæ
New State Program Will Fill Gap in Financial Aid for High-Demand Credentials The new Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship, signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds on June 3, 2019, will be available to qualified students at 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) for the 2019-20 academic year. The Last-Dollar Scholarship is intended to cover tuition and […]
51ÁÔÆæ Extreme Makeover: College Edition Winners Announced
Congratulations to Terrie Orlowski of Hanlontown and Nancy Rheinfels of Northwood; they are the winners of 51ÁÔÆæ’s Extreme Makeover: College Edition. Each will receive free 51ÁÔÆæ tuition plus textbooks and more for the 2019-20 school year.Orlowski was excited to be selected as one of the winners. “I am so honored to […]
51ÁÔÆæ recognized over 825 Graduates at Commencement
During the 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 3, over 825 graduates were recognized as earning nearly 980 Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates during the 2018-19 Academic Year. Several Honors and Awards were also presented.51ÁÔÆæ’s Class of 2019 represents 14 countries, 10 states and 96 Iowa communities.AlexanderTori Lynn CiaramitaroAshlynn Sue McCallumNadia […]
51ÁÔÆæ awarded $300,000 grant from National Science Foundation for robotics
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) was recently awarded its first National Science Foundation (NSF) grant. This $300,000 Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grant will be used over the next three years to embed new robotics technology into its manufacturing programs. 51ÁÔÆæ will be introducing and testing a new National Coalition of Certifications Centers (NC3) credential […]
51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center to Host Youth Entrepreneurial Academy in June
The 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (Pappajohn Center) will again be conducting the Youth Entrepreneurial Academy (YEA) on June 10-14, 2019. With generous financial support from the John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation will once again make this a free event for the students participating. YEA is now entering […]
North Iowans Join 51ÁÔÆæ Foundation Board of Directors
The 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Foundation is proud to announce the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors:Bill Paulus of Garner is the Market President of Reliance State Bank. He is a 1980 graduate of 51ÁÔÆæ and earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Agricultural Business from Buena Vista […]
51ÁÔÆæ Pathways to Success Honored 71 Student Leaders
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) recognized 71 student leaders at the 29th annual Pathways to Success luncheon held April 5th in the Muse-Norris Conference Center at 51ÁÔÆæ. 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 […]
Tom and Lorraine Winterink of Red Cedar Lodge recognized as 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center April Entrepreneurs of the Month
The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Tom and Lorraine Winterink of Red Cedar Lodge as the April 2019 Entrepreneurs of the Month.Red Cedar Lodge began with a walkthrough of an overgrown farm where Tom Winterink used to play as a child. The property had recently […]
Extreme Makeover: Win a Free Year of College at 51ÁÔÆæ
For 13 years, 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) has been providing adult students with an opportunity to return to college at no cost. It’s a unique makeover that changes lives.Extreme Makeover: College Edition is a contest where two lucky winners receive an entire year of free tuition, textbooks and more. “This is an amazing way […]
Brad and Angie Barber of Cabin Coffee Co in Clear Lake, Iowa Honored among Nation’s Top Small Businesses
MASON CITY, Iowa – The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the 2019 Small Business Persons of the Year winners. Iowa’s 2019 SBA Small Business Persons of the Year are Brad and Angie Barber, owners of Cabin Coffee in Clear Lake, Iowa.Brad and Angie Barber dreamed up the idea for Cabin Coffee back in 2001. They […]
North Iowa Job and Career Fair to be held at 51ÁÔÆæ on April 10
Whether you’re looking to find a fresh start, a better job, or a new career direction, job seekers will find many exciting opportunities at the North Iowa Job and Career Fair, hosted by 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) and IowaWORKS. This event will take place on Wednesday, April 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 […]
John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition to Once Again Award $100,000 in Cash Prizes
MASON CITY, Iowa – Applications for the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Venture Competition are now being accepted. The fourteenth annual statewide competition will be awarding $100,000 in cash prizes.The $100,000 in seed funding consists of a $50,000 contribution from John and Mary Pappajohn and a $50,000 match from the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). The goal […]