2025-2026 Performing Arts and Leadership Series Season Preview
Join us at this free event as we discuss all the outstanding upcoming performances for the 2025-2026 NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series. In addition to hearing about the shows, you will also receive exclusive discounts for your Season Ticket Package of 7 or more performances. Season Ticket Holders for the current 2024-2025 Season are […]
NIACC Announces 2025 Spring Term President’s List and Dean’s List
North Iowa Area Community College is pleased to announce that 966 individuals have been named to the 2025 Spring Term President’s List and Dean’s List. These students represent 99 Iowa communities, 11 states outside the state of Iowa, and 23 countries outside of the United States. Students are listed by hometown.NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGEDEAN’S […]
NIACC Recognizes Over 700 Graduates at Commencement
At the three North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 2, nearly 760 graduates were recognized as earning nearly 1060 Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates during the 2024-2025 academic year. Several honors and awards were also presented. NIACC’S Class of 2025 represents 11 countries, 13 states, and 104 Iowa communities.(*Midyear Graduate)Alden*Katie CearleyAlexanderLiliana […]
NIACC Student Caleb Renner Wins Top Prize at 2025 Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) student Caleb Renner was named one of the top three winners at the John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition. The 2025 John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition was held on Friday, April 25, at the University of Iowa Pappajohn Education and Events Center in Des Moines. The final presentation […]
Design Build Event
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) will welcome teams from 13 area high schools to its campus for the highly anticipated Design Build competition. Each school will bring a team of four students for a day of hands-on learning, creative problem-solving, and real-world skill-building.The competition will run from 9:15 a.m. […]
NIACC to Host 2025 Design Build Event for Area High School Students
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) will welcome teams from 13 area high schools to its campus for the highly anticipated Design Build competition. Each school will bring a team of four students for a day of hands-on learning, creative problem-solving, and real-world skill-building.The competition will run from 9:15 a.m. […]
NIACC Continuing Education Introduces Commercial Drone Pilot Series
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Continuing Education is launching a new Commercial Drone Pilot course series this May, offering individuals an opportunity to explore the world of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Whether you’re a hobbyist interested in recreational drone flight or a professional looking to integrate drone technology into your current role, these courses […]
2nd Annual Iowa Student Entrepreneur Summit
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the second annual Iowa Student Entrepreneurship Summit on April 11-12, 2025 at locations in Mason City and Clear Lake, IA. This dynamic event brings together business majors and student entrepreneurs from Iowa’s community colleges, private colleges and the University of Northern Iowa. The Student Entrepreneurship Summit included a […]
Business Transition Planning Workshop
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC will host a free virtual Business Transition Planning Workshop on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm via Zoom. Registration is required.Small business owners are invited to learn how to protect their legacy and plan for the future in this […]
NIACC Graduation Ceremonies
The 2024 – 2025 NIACC graduation ceremonies will take place on Friday, May 2nd in the NIACC Auditorium at the following times:1 pm – Health Sciences3 pm – Skilled Trades5 pm – Arts & Sciences
Nursing Pinning Ceremony
The NIACC Nursing Pinning Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the NIACC Activity Center. Please join us in celebrating the class of 2025 Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, and Medical Assistant graduates.
North Iowa Concert Band Spring Concert
We invite you to an unforgettable evening of music at the North Iowa Concert Band’s annual spring concert, A Night at the Movies, on Tuesday, April 29th at 7:30 PM in the NIACC Auditorium. The concert will feature a dynamic selection of movie themes by celebrated composers. This free event showcases the incredible talent of […]
Pathways To Success
Mark your calendars for the NIACC Alumni Association’s annual Pathways to Success event on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the North Iowa Community Auditorium. This inspiring event celebrates the achievements of NIACC alumni and students who exemplify scholarship, leadership, and character.This year’s keynote speaker and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipient is Zakaria “Zak” […]
NIACC Earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School Designation
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) has earned the 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey.Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by Viqtory with input from the Military Friendly® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the higher […]
National marketing council honors NIACC at 50th anniversary national conference
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) received a 2024 Paragon Award from the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) at the council’s national conference last month in New Orleans. The conference also concluded a year-long celebration of NCMPR’s 50th anniversary, which was founded in 1974.NIACC earned the Print Wild Card award for its […]