NIACC Earns Reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission
The Board of Directors of North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) proudly announces that NIACC 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 […]
North Iowa Area Community College Welcomes Joel Pedersen as New President
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) 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 […]
NIACC Earns Reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission
The Board of Directors of North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) proudly announces that NIACC 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 […]
Quodlibet ’24
Quodlibet ’24 Coming to the NIACC Auditorium on April 13 & 14 The 47th annual Quodlibet variety show presented by North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) will take place on Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus. This year’s theme […]
NIACC To Offer ESL Classes in Britt
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) will now offer tuition free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in Britt. 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 in a supportive, friendly environment. Registration will be […]
NIACC Student Named Coca-Cola Academic Team Gold Scholar
Benjamin Tindall, a student at North Iowa Area Community College, has been named a 2024 Coca-Cola Academic Team Gold Scholar and will receive a $1,500 scholarship. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver, and 50 Bronze Scholars with nearly $200,000 in scholarships annually. Each scholar also […]
NIACC President to Receive Bennet Lifetime Achievement Award
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) will recognize nine retiring college presidents and chancellors with the Michael Bennett Lifetime Achievement Award during PTK Catalyst 2024, the Society’s annual convention in Orlando, Florida, April 4-6, 2024. These awards are given to retiring college presidents who have shown support of student success initiatives leading to stronger pathways […]
NIACC Announces Fall 2023 President’s List and Dean’s List
North Iowa Area Community College is pleased to announce that 848 individuals have been named to the 2023 Fall Term President’s List and Dean’s List. These students represent 100 Iowa communities, 13 states outside the state of Iowa and 14 countries outside of the United States. Students are listed by hometown. NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY […]
NIACC Announces Presidential Search
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) has officially launched a national search for a new President, following the announcement of Dr. Steve Schulz’s retirement at the end of June 2024. After a decade of transformative leadership, Schulz leaves a legacy of growth and academic distinction at NIACC. Under Dr. Schulz’s tenure, the college’s achievements have […]
Boehmer Joins NIACC Alumni Advisory Board
Lincoln Boehmer has joined the North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Alumni Advisory Board. Lincoln Boehmer of Slater, graduated from NIACC with an Associate’s Degree in Engineering in 2016, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering from Iowa State University in 2018. Boehmer is a Project Manager – Estimator with Dean Snyder Construction in Ankeny. […]
NIACC Alumni, Faculty, and Staff Recognized with Awards
This year’s Community Colleges for Iowa Awards convention shone a spotlight on three outstanding individuals from North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC), who were celebrated for their exceptional contributions. The honorees, receiving the Outstanding Alumni Award, Outstanding Faculty Award, and Outstanding Staff Award, exemplify excellence and dedication. Anthony (Tony) Coloff 62’ was presented with the […]
Soaring Crane Memorial A “Site” To See
NIACC Sponsors Winter Break Opportunity for the Whole Family. Activity Center, NIACC 500 College Drive, Mason City, IA 50401 Open 7:15 am-4:15 pm, Weekdays (Closed Dec. 25-26, 2023 & Jan. 1, 2 & 15, 2024) With educational facilities from elementary school through graduate programs closing for winter break, students and their families and friends will […]
Candlelight: A Choral Celebration of the Season
Are you ready for some holiday music? This celebration of choral music features performances from the North Iowa Choral Society, NIACC Concert Choir, NIACC Jazz Band, NIACC Singers and Una Vocis. Guest Artists include, Scott Bell, Paul Micich, Nordkor Soloists and Acacia Scott. It’s going to be an amazing night of music! $10 for adults, […]
The Aspen Institute Names NIACC as a Top 150 U.S. Community Colleges Eligible for the 2025 Aspen Prize
$1 Million Prize Recognizes Excellence in Equitable Outcomes for Students in and After College CONTACT: Tatiana Johnson, The Aspen Institute, 202-736-3538, tatiana.johnson@aspeninstitute.org Valerie Zahorski-Schmidt, NIACC, 641-422-4435, valerie.zahorski-schmidt@niacc.edu November 1, 2023 – The Aspen Institute has named North Iowa Area Community College as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen […]
NIACC Automotive Program Receives National Reaccreditation
The Automotive Technology program at North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City has received ASE Training Program reaccreditation by the ASE Education Foundation. NIACC’s Automotive Technology program continues to be accredited as Master Automobile Service Technology designation, the top accreditation possible. To achieve this coveted recognition, the school’s automotive training program underwent rigorous evaluation […]