Volunteers Needed to Make Lifelong Difference in Individuals’ Lives
Diploma or dropout? For many students who struggle with reading, their future could go either route. Multiple studies indicate that students who can’t read proficiently are four times more likely than skilled readers to drop out of school. Students who are proficient in reading struggle less in other subjects, increasing their chances of graduation. One […]
Middle School Girls Get a Lesson in Augmented Reality, 3D Design, Design Thinking and More This Summer
Verizon Innovative Learning and North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) partner to bring Hands-On Workshops in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math to Prepare and Inspire Young Girls for the Careers of the Future This summer, Verizon Innovative Learning launches its first program addressing the need for more girls, especially those in rural America, to be […]
NIACC Receives Integrated Education and Training Grant
NIACC’s Adult Education & Literacy Program was recently awarded an Integrated Education and Training grant by the Iowa Department of Education. The grant is designed to provide classes that combine specific career training activities with basic skills instruction in math and literacy related to that field. According to the Iowa Department of Education, the overall […]
RSVP Volunteers Honored for Service in North Central Iowa
Volunteers throughout North Central Iowa were honored for their years of service to their communities during RSVP’s annual Volunteer Celebration on June 1. RSVP of North Central Iowa staff presented 35 Outstanding Volunteer Awards to individuals who volunteer in the four counties RSVP serves: Cerro Gordo, Hancock, Winnebago and Worth. The volunteers honored serve in […]
Drake Returns to NIACC!
A Mason City native, Dr. Janet Ahlman McMahill, is the driving force behind a new leadership development degree coming to the NIACC campus this fall. The program is the result of collaborative planning with NIACC President Steve Schulz and Drake professors experienced with “just-in-time” college courses. Starting in the fall, Drake will offer a 30-credit […]
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY GRADUATION HELD AT NIACC
The 2017 High School Equivalency Diploma (formerly GED®) graduation ceremony was held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31 in the Activity Center on the NIACC campus. Four student speakers shared their journeys with the guests, and the NIACC Foundation also awarded NIACC scholarships to top-scoring graduates. A reception for graduates, families, friends, and supporters […]
NIACC Extreme Makeover: College Edition Winners Announced
Congratulations to Leah Bormann and Cody Whitehurst, both of Mason 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 2017-18 school year. Bormann was excited to be selected as one of the winners. “This is an amazing […]
NIACC Recognized over 550 Graduates at Commencement
During the North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 5, over 550 graduates were awarded 615 Degrees, diplomas and certificates. Several Honors and Awards were also presented. NIACC’S Class of 2017 represented 8 countries, 11 states, and 90 Iowa communities. (*Midyear Graduate) Albia Matthew Alan Baker Alexander James Richard Storr Allison […]
NIACC 2017 GRADUATION PRESS RELEASE – HONORS
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) graduates were recognized during the May 5, 2017, commencement. Special Honors and Awards include: HALL OF FAME CANDIDATES (Graduates earning all A’s at NIACC) Evan E. Applegate, Clear Lake Kendall E. Cornick, Mason City Janice S. Nierling, Mason City Elizabeth M. Ouverson, Mason City Brady R. Ott, Greene Adriana […]
NIACC Graduation Commencement May 5
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Commencement: May 5, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the NIACC Gymnasium. A Graduation Reception for graduates, friends, and family will be held prior to Commencement from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in Muse Norris Conference Center. Doors to the gymnasium open at 5:45 p.m. # # # Ref # 6131 […]
NIACC HVAC Program and Lennox Industries Create Partnership
The North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) HVAC Program and Lennox Industries have created a new partnership to inform high school students, post high school students, veterans, and others that may be looking for a career change that NIACC is offering a great path to help solve the technician shortage in the well-paying HVAC industry. […]
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Honors Volunteers for Giving Back During National Volunteer Week
Communities throughout North Central Iowa are stronger thanks to the time and talent shared by 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 problems in their communities during this year’s National Volunteer Week, April 23-29. The week is […]
Annual NIACC Jazz Club Performance
Come celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with the North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Jazz Ensemble, conducted by John Klemas, NIACC Director of Bands. The NIACC Jazz Ensemble will perform a short program in the Activity Center at NIACC on Tuesday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. The event is free of charge. The NIACC Jazz Club, […]
Registration is Open for Summer Classes at NIACC
Registration is open for summer courses at North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC). Classes begin May 15 and June 12. Students are encouraged to enroll soon before classes fill up. Summer school is a great opportunity to get a head start on college classes or to lighten your fall class load. “Whether they are a […]