Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
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, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business. Start Smart will be offered on […]
North Iowa Business Takes First Place at Statewide Venture School Launch Day Pitch Competition
Three North Iowa Businesses Selected as Finalists; Jayson Ryner of ReEnvision Ag,LLC. Takes Top Prize MASON CITY, Iowa— Jayson Ryner, founder of ReEnvision Ag, LLC. took first place and the top prize of $10,000 at the statewide Venture School Launch Day Pitch Competition event held virtually June 3-4, 2020. Ryner was one of three NIACC […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes local Economic Development Organizations as the June 2020 Entrepreneurs of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are pleased to recognize North Iowa’s Economic Developers as the June 2020 Entrepreneurs of the Month. When the global COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns began to affect our communities, your local economic developers stepped up to say, “How can we help?” North Iowa’s economic developers have been […]
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center Proudly Presents Clifton Taulbert, co-author of the NIACC Common Read Who Owns The Ice House?
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center proudly presents Who Owns the Ice House, a Conversation with Clifton Taulbert and Dr. Steve Schulz. We are pleased to invite our entire community to join us online on Wednesday, June 24 at 7 p.m. to view the premiere of Who Owns the Ice House: A Conversation with Clifton Taulbert […]
RSVP Volunteer Coordinator Awarded CVA Credential
RSVP Volunteer Coordinator Theresa Price has been awarded the credential Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA). This certification is the only internationally recognized credential in the field and is valid for a 5-year period before renewal. To earn this designation Price successfully completed an examination testing knowledge, application and analysis of skills in six competencies related […]
NIACC 2020 GRADUATION HONORS ANNOUNCEMENT
HALL OF FAME CANDIDATES (Graduates earning all A’s at NIACC) Kaleb Hankore Betwos, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Emma Lee Davison, Mason City Paige Diane DeArmoun, Northwood Justyce Renae Henaman, Clear Lake Jessica Jane Malecek, Osage Ellie Jo Martin, Winter, Wisconsin Michael LaMont Nielsen, Forest City Aricka Lynn Oppman, Manly Payton Danielle Reams, Charles City Alaina Nicole […]
NIACC to Recognize Almost 8oo Graduates at Virtual Commencement
At the North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Virtual Commencement Ceremony on Friday, June 19, nearly 800 graduates will be recognized as earning nearly 975 Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates during the 2019-20 Academic Year. Several Honors and Awards will also be announced. A link to the virtual ceremony will be available on NIACC’s website on […]
RSVP Honors Volunteers for Giving Back During National Volunteer Week
Now, more than ever, people helping others is worth celebrating! Communities throughout North Central Iowa are stronger thanks to the time and talent shared by Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) volunteers. RSVP of North Central Iowa is honored to recognize its members and highlight the wonderful work they do to fulfill needs and address […]
Twenty-five NIACC Student Leaders Honored
On April 10, North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) recognized 25 student leaders as part of the Pathways to Success program. Honorees were nominated by NIACC faculty and staff for their academic achievement, positive attitude, character, teamwork, and ability to inspire others. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic students were recognized virtually on the NIACC website […]
NIACC Extreme Makeover: College Edition Winners Announced
Congratulations to Danielle Vance of Charles City and Lydia Thompson of Forest City: they are the winners of North Iowa Area Community College’s Extreme Makeover: College Edition. Each will receive free NIACC tuition plus textbooks and more for the 2020-21 school year. The three other finalists – Mitchell Knudsvig of Mason City, Heidi Thoe of […]
Help-line established to assist North Iowa small businesses seeking assistance during COVID-19 Pandemic
Starting Monday, April 6, Business owners may call (641) 422- 4737 Monday through Friday, 900 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. or email at cares@niacc.edu. CERRO GORDO COUNTY, Iowa—A joint partnership to launch a small business help-line has been established between the NIACC Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, the North Iowa Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC), North Iowa […]
NIACC Classes To Remain Online For The Remainder Of Semester, Commencement Postponed
Due to the ongoing uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) has made the decision to continue all courses online for the remainder of the spring semester. The current plan, which is subject to change, includes: Academic and Student Services: Online instruction will continue through the end of the spring semester. […]
Matt Curtis recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center February Entrepreneur of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are pleased to announce Matt Curtis of Wayne’s Ski & Cycle in Mason City as the March 2020 Entrepreneur of the Month. When we began this series, we couldn’t have anticipated that writing about Matt’s innovative entrepreneurship and how he keeps his business […]
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 fifteenth 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 […]
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center Proudly Presents Clifton Taulbert, co-author of the NIACC Common Read Who Owns The Ice House?
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center proudly presents Clifton Taulbert, author of the 2019-2020 NIACC Common Read Who Owns the Ice House? at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020. This presentation is part of the 2019-2020 Performing Arts and Leadership Series. Clifton L. Taulbert, noted […]