Fundraiser Set for NIACC Charles City Scholarship
The North Iowa Area Community College Charles City Scholarship Committee will host a gourmet dinner and auction, “Celebrating the Journey. Creating the Future.” the 24th scholarship fund-raising event on Thursday, September 13, at the Charles City Elks Lodge, 2111 Clark Street.The social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m. which will include live music and a […]
Semester Kick-Off: Lifelong Learning Institute Coffee
The Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) at North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) will start the fall semester with coffee, cake and a chance to meet returning members and LLI faculty. This event, on Wednesday, August 29th from 1:00 pm – 3:30pm, is free of charge and open to the public.NIACC President Dr. Steve Schulz and Darshini […]
Luis Garcia of Mr. Taco recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center August Entrepreneur of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Luis Garcia of Mr. Taco as the Entrepreneur of the Month for August 2018. When Luis founded Mr. Taco in 2011, it was one of the first food trucks in Mason City, Iowa. The food truck movement has been […]
Kala Rose Named 2018 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
Jackson, MS – North Iowa Area Community College student Kala Rose, of Greene, IA, is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa members named a 2018 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship.The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program helps new Phi Theta Kappa members defray educational expenses while enrolled in associate […]
TechTalk Hosts Free Cyber Security Seminar for Businesses
MASON CITY, Iowa – Is your business protected from cyber security threats? Three of Iowa’s cyber security experts will share their real world experience and practical tips at the Cyber Security TechTalk on August 9, 2018. This free seminar will be held 8:30am-11:00am at the Historic Park Inn in Mason City, Iowa. Each speaker will […]
Miriah Whitehurst of All Things Advertising recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center July Entrepreneur of the Month
The NIACC Pappajohn Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to recognize Miriah Whitehurst of All Things Advertising as the Pappajohn Center Entrepreneur of the Month for July 2018. Miriah founded All Things Advertising when she realized she could use her passion for advertising to make a difference in her community. All Things Advertising […]
MANLY BUSINESS CHOSEN FOR STATEWIDE SBDC AWARD
All Things Advertising, Manly, chosen for Small Business of the Month AwardAMES, Iowa – America’s SBDC Iowa (SBDC) is pleased to announce that All Things Advertising in Manly, is the winner of the SBDC’s statewide Business of the Month Award.Miriah Whitehurst began her business by freelancing and working full-time in 2013, and by 2015 she […]
Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference in Local Communities – Mason City Meeting
Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference in Local CommunitiesRSVP, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program for people 55 and older, is looking for volunteers to meet community needs, especially in area schools. Most volunteers serve just one hour per week and scheduling is flexible. RSVP also provides training for volunteers. The opportunities are varied:Reading Buddy volunteers […]
Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference in Local Communities – Franklin County
RSVP, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program for people 55 and older, is looking for volunteers to meet community needs, especially in area schools. Most volunteers serve just one hour per week and scheduling is flexible. RSVP also provides training for volunteers. The opportunities in Franklin County include:Reading Buddy volunteers help elementary-school students who need extra […]
Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference in Local Communities – Mitchell County
RSVP, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program for people 55 and older, is looking for volunteers to meet community needs, especially in area schools. Most volunteers serve just one hour per week and scheduling is flexible. RSVP also provides training for volunteers. The opportunities in Mitchell County include:Reading Buddy volunteers help elementary-school students who need extra […]
NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center Hosts Youth Entrepreneurial Academy
The North Iowa Area Community College John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (NIACC JPEC) conducted the Youth Entrepreneurial Academy on July 9-13 sponsored by the John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation. The academy is offered annually and free to all high school students interested in entrepreneurship. Participants receive a $500 NIACC scholarship sponsored by John Pappajohn. […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered in Mason City
The NIACC 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 […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered in Mason City
The NIACC 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 […]
North Iowa Students Receive Christopherson Medical Scholarships
The Christopherson Medical Scholarship Advisory Committee awarded scholarships totaling $20,000.00 to 11 North Iowa students studying medicine.Student recipients of the Christopherson Medical Scholarship for the 2018-19 academic year include Madelyn Mason (Belmond-Klemme), Bradley Burns, Jacob Pingel (both of Clear Lake), Dalton Ebel, Levi Endelman, Sarah Floden, Julia Gales, Benjamin Pappas, Nicholas Stoyles (all of Mason […]
The NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series Proudly Presents Audra McDonald
The NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series proudly presents Audra McDonald, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 11th, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2017-2018 Performing Arts and Leadership Series for the 20th Anniversary Season.Audra McDonald is unparalleled in the breadth and versatility of […]