51ÁÔÆæ Welcomes Derrick Snead as New Band Director
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is proud to welcome Derrick Snead as the new Director of Bands. Snead brings a wealth of experience and a passion for music education that promises to inspire and elevate 51ÁÔÆæ students’ musical journeys.Snead is a dedicated educator with a mission to positively influence the lives of young people […]
51ÁÔÆæ Honors Board of Directors During Iowa School Board Recognition Month
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is proud to celebrate School Board Recognition Month by honoring the dedicated members of its Board of Directors. These individuals play a crucial role in guiding the college and ensuring that it remains a leading institution of higher education in the region.The 51ÁÔÆæ Board of Directors comprises a diverse […]
Extreme Makeover: Win a Free Year of College at 51ÁÔÆæ
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) invites adults, ages 23 and up, to apply for an Extreme Makeover: College Edition – a unique makeover that changes lives. 51ÁÔÆæ has been providing adult students with this opportunity to return to college at no cost, for more than 17 years.Extreme Makeover: College Edition is a contest where two […]
May 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month: The Trendy Pineapple Boutique
The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Bethany Fisher of The Trendy Pineapple Boutique in Garner, IA as the May 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month. The Trendy Pineapple is a family-focused clothing boutique in Garner, IA. The boutique offers unique styles, from everyday wear to occasion wear, and […]
Make-A-Thon to be held at 51ÁÔÆæ
51ÁÔÆæ’s Innovation Workspace will host a Make-A-Thon competition from Friday, June 7 to Sunday, June 9, 2024. This free, high-energy event will challenge participants to turn creative ideas into real solutions.Teams will design and build a prototype that will solve a mystery challenge. They will present their project to a panel […]
51ÁÔÆæ Recognizes Nearly 700 Graduates at Commencement
At the three 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 3, nearly 700 graduates were recognized as earning nearly 860 Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates during the 2023-24 academic year. Several honors and awards were also presented. 51ÁÔÆæ’S Class of 2024 represents 14 countries, 15 states, and 89 Iowa communities.(*Midyear Graduate)AlexanderJennie Mae […]
51ÁÔÆæ To Offer ESL Classes in Charles City
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will now offer tuition-free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in Charles City. This program is specifically designed for adults 18 and older whose first language is not English, aiming to improve their speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in a supportive, friendly environment.Registration and orientation, which are […]
51ÁÔÆæ Student Wins Top Prize at 2024 Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) student Catherine Dow was named one of the top three winners at The Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition, sponsored by John Pappajohn, Equity Dynamics, Inc. Catherine was awarded one of three $5,000 prizes. Catherine is currently a freshman at 51ÁÔÆæ where she is studying Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management. […]
51ÁÔÆæ, NICC, and One Cedar Valley receive federal Title I grant
The US Department of Labor has awarded a federal Title I grant to 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ), Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) and nonprofit organization One Cedar Valley. The Title I grant funding will support initiatives that provide workforce services to youth and adults who face barriers to employment.One focus of the grant […]
51ÁÔÆæ Welcomes Joel Pedersen as New President
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is excited to announce the appointment of Joel Pedersen as its new President, effective July 1. Pedersen will succeed Steve Schulz, who is retiring after more than 10 years of distinguished service to the college.The selection of Pedersen was the culmination of an extensive search led by a broad-based […]
North Iowa Businesses Compete in Venture School Launch Day
The 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the University of Iowa Venture School Launch Day competition on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The 51ÁÔÆæ Spring 2024 Venture School cohort competed in person after attending classes virtually for 7 weeks of training, customer discovery, and developing their business model alongside local entrepreneur coaches. A panel of judges […]
51ÁÔÆæ Earns Reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission
The Board of Directors of 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) proudly announces that 51ÁÔÆæ has successfully earned reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). This achievement reaffirms the college’s commitment to academic excellence, continuous improvement, and its significant role in higher education within the community and beyond.Following a rigorous evaluation process, which included a […]
51ÁÔÆæ Student Entrepreneurs Advance to Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition Finals
Three students representing 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) competed in Round 1 of the 2024 Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition and advanced to the Finals. The competition was held during the Student Entrepreneurship Conference at Drake University in Des Moines, IA on April 5-6, 2024.The three 51ÁÔÆæ student entrepreneurs competing in Round 1 were:Each […]
51ÁÔÆæ Welcomes Joel Pedersen as New President
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) is excited to announce the appointment of Joel Pedersen as its new President, effective July 1. Pedersen will succeed Steve Schulz, who is retiring after more than 10 years of distinguished service to the college.The selection of Pedersen was the culmination of an extensive search led by a broad-based […]
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC April 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month
51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Holly Neuberger of Lake Animal Clinic as the April 2024 Entrepreneur of the MonthThe 51ÁÔÆæ John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Holly Neuberger of Lake Animal Clinic in Clear Lake, IA as the April 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month. When Holly Neuberger opened […]