RSVP (Senior Volunteer Program) is expanding in Cerro Gordo County
RSVP of North Central Iowa is excited to be adding two additional schools in Cerro Gordo County this fall. Jefferson Elementary and Hoover Elementary of Mason City Community Schools will both host Pen Pal and Reading Buddy programs for their students. Post Pandemic, the need for community volunteers in schools has only increased. Students greatly […]
Melissa Fabian of Simply Nourished and Foxtrot Properties is July 2022 Entrepreneur of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to recognize Melissa Fabian of Simply Nourished and Foxtrot Properties in Mason City, IA as the July 2022 Entrepreneur of the Month. In downtown Mason City, Melissa Fabian has brought back the old-fashioned neighborhood grocery store with a modern twist. Simply Nourished […]
NIACC Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center Hosts Youth Entrepreneurial Academy
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center conducted the Youth Entrepreneurial Academy on June 13-17 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. This year’s academy included 5 high […]
NIACC Announces 2022 – 2023 Performing Arts and Leadership Series
The 2022 – 2023 Performing Arts and Leadership Series was announced on Tuesday, June 28th. “There is a lot to look forward in our upcoming season,” said Lindsay Dalrymple, Director of the NIACC Performing Arts and Leadership Series. “From country legends, to comedy greats we’ve worked hard to find the right balance for our patrons. […]
RSVP Volunteers Honored for Service in North Central Iowa
RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) of North Central Iowa celebrated volunteers in June at their annual volunteer recognition event. 289 volunteers were honored. Cumulatively, they served more than 7,000 hours during the 2021-2022 program year throughout six counties. (Cerro Gordo, Franklin, Hancock, Mitchell, Winnebago and Worth) The ceremony featured messages from both Alison Mason, RSVP […]
North Iowa Entrepreneurs Take Home Wins rom 2022 Venture School Pitch Competition
MASON CITY, IOWA – Three North Iowa entrepreneurs took home wins from the 2022 University of Iowa Venture School Launch Day which was held Thursday, June 9, 2022. Five finalists from across the state of Iowa competed in the pitch competition, held at EntreFEST, a two-day entrepreneurial conference held in Iowa City, IA. This year, […]
Nominations now being accepted for the 2022 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala
MASON CITY, Iowa – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is now accepting nominations for the Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala Awards. The Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala will take place on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. The Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala celebrates the entrepreneurs and partners who make our communities a great place to work and live. The Pappajohn Entrepreneur […]
Spring Term President’s and Dean’s List Announced at NIACC
North Iowa Area Community College is pleased to announce that 782 individuals have been named to the 2022 Spring Term President’s List and Dean’s List. These students represent 101 Iowa communities, 9 states outside the state of Iowa and 11 countries outside of the United States. Students are listed by hometown. NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE PRESIDENT’S LIST 2022 SPRING TERM (Students who complete a minimum […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Jason Laube of Cutting Edge Fitness as the May 2022 Entrepreneur of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to recognize Jason Laube of Cutting Edge Fitness in Clear Lake, IA as the May 2022 Entrepreneur of the Month. Jason’s entrepreneurial journey took him from coaching and training around the United States and in NFL Europe, back to the Midwest to grow […]
Summer Conference Offers Entrepreneurship Training and Resources For Veterans
MASON CITY, Iowa– Are you a Veteran planning to start or grow your own small business? There are a few basic things you must know to get started down a path to success. Home Base Iowa, America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa, and the Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship at Iowa State University will be […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center hires Dr. Tom Moore as Director of Innovation and Acceleration
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is proud to welcome Dr. Tom Moore as the Director of Innovation and Acceleration. Dr. Moore will be responsible for providing business consulting to start-up companies and existing small businesses in all phases of business who are in need of funding, management and operational expertise to improve their chances […]
NIACC Recognized Nearly 750 Graduates at Commencement
At the two North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Graduation Ceremonies on Friday, May 6, nearly 750 graduates were recognized as earning nearly 900 Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates during the 2021-22 Academic Year. Several Honors and Awards were also presented. NIACC’S Class of 2022 represents 10 countries, 16 states and 106 Iowa communities. ACKLEY David Lee […]
North Iowa Area Community College Graduation Honors
HALL OF FAME CANDIDATES (Graduates earning all A’s at NIACC) Bradley J. Andrews, Charles City Kaitlin G. Davis, Mason City Macy Rose Dirksen, Sheffield Sullivan Friedrich Fair, Elma Neil Patrick Gogerty, Mason City Cade Wyatt Hanig, Mason City Cayden Reece Kelley, Nora Springs Raven Irene Kinnetz, Clarion Brianna Elizabeth Notermann, Mason City Emily Marie […]
NIACC Named Semifinalist for 2023 Aspen Prize
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) is honored to be named a semifinalist for the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The $1 million Aspen Prize is the nation’s signature recognition of community colleges that are achieving high, improving, and equitable outcomes for students. NIACC is one of only twenty-five colleges in the country […]
NIACC Signs First 2 Women’s Wrestlers
More Info Recruiting Questionnaire CLEAR LAKE – History was made Tuesday morning at Clear Lake High School. Clear Lake’s Haley Jackson and Chloe Williamson became the first two females to sign with the NIACC women’s wrestling program. “It’s really exciting to be the first two girls to sign there,” said Williamson, who was a two-time […]