51ÁÔÆæ’s Athletic Director Mason Honored With Service Award
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) athletic director Dan Mason has received the 2020-21 Mary Ellen Leicht Service Award by the NJCAA. The Mary Ellen Leicht Service Award is the most tenured honor handed out by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) who have made college significant contributions to two-year athletics on a national […]
51ÁÔÆæ Extreme Makeover: College Edition Winners Announced
Congratulations to Oscar Madong of Mason City and Yanileth Guzman of Belmond; they are the winners of 51ÁÔÆæ’s Extreme Makeover: College Edition. Each will receive free 51ÁÔÆæ tuition plus textbooks and more for the 2021-22 school year. The three other finalists – Robert Putney of Rockford, Samantha Mary of Garner, and Shawn Snelling of Clear Lake will each receive half price tuition for the 2021-22 academic year. Many scholarship opportunities are available at 51ÁÔÆæ for adults […]
Design Thinking Summer Academy is June 28-July 2
The 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Design Thinking Summer Academy will run from June 28-July 2. This week-long camp will run every day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students will learn the steps of the design thinking process and put it into practice.Kids entering grades 8th-12th will find out how engineers and designers […]
51ÁÔÆæ Announces New Athletic Director
MASON CITY – Cam Olson will become 51ÁÔÆæ’s fifth athletic director in school history.Olson, who previously served as an interim athletic director at San Jose City College in 2019, replaces current athletic director Dan Mason, who is retiring on June 30. Mason has served as 51ÁÔÆæ’s athletic director since 2006.“I am excited […]
Mind Mania is June 14-18 at 51ÁÔÆæ
The 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Mind Mania camp is the best week of the summer! 51ÁÔÆæ’s Mind Mania day camp will run from June 14-June 18 and offer campers the chance to exercise their minds and bodies throughout the day.Kids entering grades 3-8 next year will find out exactly what the summer excitement is […]
51ÁÔÆæ Joins Manufacturing Consortium
As business and industry evolve at an ever-increasing pace, the next wave of change in the form of digitalization and automation, known as “Industry 4.0,” will require new processes for businesses and new skills for employees. Today, 51ÁÔÆæ joins with Iowa’s Community Colleges and the Iowa State University’s Center for Industrial […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]