An Evening with Celtic Thunder
An Evening with Celtic Thunder – Their Greatest Songs and along the way a Reunion with Old FriendsSponsored By Mason City Clinic, P.C. and The Hanson Family Foundation & MBT BankAn Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder is more than just a concert—it’s a journey through the group’s incredible legacy. Featuring a carefully curated setlist of their […]
NIACC Introduces New Director of the Performing Arts and Leadership Series
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) is pleased to introduce Jared Barnes as the new Director of the NIACC Performing Arts and Leadership Series. A lifelong resident of North Iowa, his early passion for the performing arts was fostered by the region’s dedicated arts educators and rich cultural opportunities—including the NIACC Performing Arts and Leadership […]
Winners Announced for NIACC’s Extreme Makeover: College Edition
Congratulations to Jennifer Hoodjer of Allison and Marianel Lovrien of Charles 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 2025–26 school year.Jennifer Hoodjer shared her excitement and gratitude, saying that winning this opportunity means more than she […]
New Student Orientation
All new students to NIACC must participate in New Student Orientation, where you will become acquainted with NIACC students, faculty, and staff while becoming familiar with campus resources that will help to enhance both academic and personal development.Orientation – August 21, 2025Schedule of EventsCheck-in: 12:30-1:15pm – NIACC GymnasiumOrientation: 1:30-5:00pm *prize drawing 4:45pmFood Trucks: 4:00-7:30pm ($10 […]
July 2025 Entrepreneur of the Month
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC Recognizes Mike & Angie Lester of Winan Creek Barn as the July 2025 Entrepreneur of the MonthThe NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Mike and Angie Lester of Winan Creek Barn in Clear Lake, IA as the July 2025 Entrepreneurs of the […]
Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute
Sponsored By Sukup Manufacturing Co. and In Memory of Jack Nielsen by Joyce NielsenNot associated with the estate of Taylor SwiftGet ready to step into the extraordinary world of Taylor Swift with Blank Space. Fronted by the charismatic Olivia Moretti, who embodies Taylor’s spirit with every note and move, Blank Space is more than just a […]
Etta May & The Southern Fried Chicks
Sponsored By Drs. Douglas & Melissa Summerfield And Curries Division Of AADGJoin Etta May and The Southern Fried Chicks for a night of funny, clean stand-up comedy! The All-New Tour features new Chicks, new stories, and more fun and laughter, making for a show to remember! Since the debut of their one-hour comedy special on CMT, this […]
NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center Hosts Youth Entrepreneurial Academy
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the 2025 Youth Entrepreneurial Academy (YEA) on June 16th-20th. YEA is a free one-week academic camp sponsored by the John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation, and is offered annually to all North Iowa high school students interested in entrepreneurship. Each participant receives a $500 NIACC scholarship sponsored […]
Extreme Makeover: Win a Free Year of College at NIACC
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) invites adults, ages 23 and up, to apply for an Extreme Makeover: College Edition – a unique makeover that changes lives. NIACC has been providing adult students with this opportunity to return to college at no cost, for more than 18 years.Extreme Makeover: College Edition is a contest where two […]
June 2025 Entrepreneur of the Month
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC Recognizes Hallie Erdahl of Georgette Bridal as the June 2025 Entrepreneur of the MonthMASON CITY, IOWA – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Hallie Erdahl of Georgette in Clear Lake, IA as the June 2025 Entrepreneur of the Month.Georgette is a […]
NIACC to Launch Introductory Online ESL Class This Summer
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) is excited to announce a new introductory English as a Second Language (ESL) class launching this summer. This free course is designed for individuals at all English skill levels, from beginner to advanced, and will be delivered online to offer greater flexibility and access.The class will run from July […]
IDEA Camp – Charles City
Innovation, Discovery, Entrepreneurship & AchievementDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help […]
IDEA Camp – Forest City
Innovation, Discovery, Entrepreneurship & AchievementDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help […]
IDEA Camp – Mason City
Innovation, Discovery, Entrepreneurship & AchievementDive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help […]