Archive for 2026
PRESS RELEASE: IOWA LAKES JAZZ FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH RENOWNED GUEST ARTISTS AND STUDENT PERFORMERS
ESTHERVILLE, Iowa — An evening of exceptional jazz returns to Iowa Lakes Community College as the Iowa Lakes Jazz Festival Concert takes the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, in…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: THIRD ANNUAL WHISKER WALK BRINGS COMMUNITY TOGETHER TO SUPPORT PEOPLE FOR PETS
EMMETSBURG, Iowa — Iowa Lakes Community College students, employees, and community members came together for the third annual Laker Whisker Walk, raising funds and collecting much-needed supplies to support People…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: IOWA LAKES PHI THETA KAPPA HOSTS HYGIENE AND FOOD DRIVE TO SUPPORT STUDENTS
ESTHERVILLE, Iowa — Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), the international honor society for students at two-year colleges, is putting its commitment to service into action at Iowa Lakes Community College through…
Read MoreBlog: Why Skilled Trades Are More Important Than Ever: Building the Workforce That Keeps America Moving
Every community depends on skilled professionals whose work often goes unnoticed—until they’re needed. When the power goes out, roads need repairs, crops must be harvested, buildings are constructed, or manufacturing equipment needs maintenance, skilled…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: 12TH ANNUAL HEARTLAND HONOR CHOIR TO FEATURE MORE THAN 200 AREA HIGH SCHOOL SINGERS
ESTHERVILLE, Iowa – More than 200 talented high school singers from across northwest and north-central Iowa will come together at Iowa Lakes Community College for the 12th annual Heartland Honor…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: EMMY AWARD-WINNING PERFORMER SHAUN JOHNSON TO BRING THE GOLDEN ERA OF COUNTRY MUSIC TO THE ESTHERVILLE PERFORMING ARTS SERIES
ESTHERVILLE, Iowa – Fans of classic country music are invited to relive the soundtrack of the 1990s as Emmy® Award-winning performer Shaun Johnson brings Shaun Sings Country – ’90s Edition to…
Read MoreBlog: What Makes a Great Resume? A Guide for College Students and New Graduates
A resume is often your first opportunity to make a strong impression. Before you have the chance to interview, introduce yourself, or demonstrate your skills, your resume tells your story. …
Read MoreBlog: Time Management Tips for College Students: How to Stay Organized and Succeed.
College offers more freedom than high school—but with that freedom comes greater responsibility. Between classes, homework, exams, work schedules, family commitments, athletics, student organizations, and personal responsibilities, it’s easy for college students…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: THOM-PEDERSEN ENDOWMENT HONORS LEGACY OF SERVICE AT IOWA LAKES
Estherville, Iowa — A gift of more than $100,000 from Hank and Pam Pedersen has established the Thom-Pedersen Endowment at Iowa Lakes Community College, ensuring scholarships for students pursuing law…
Read MoreBlog: How Community Colleges Fuel Rural Economic Growth: Building Stronger Communities Through Education
Thriving rural communities need more than businesses—they need educated workers, strong partnerships, and opportunities that encourage people to live, work, and build their futures close to home. Community colleges play…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: IOWA LAKES BOARD HIGHLIGHTS MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS, WELCOMES NEW FACULTY AND ACCEPTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Estherville, Iowa — The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees learned more about the college’s Music Department and the continued growth of performing arts programming and community outreach, welcomed…
Read MoreJOINT PRESS RELEASE: IOWA LAKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND PACHS ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE HEALTHCARE GROWTH AND EDUCATION
EMMETSBURG, IOWA — Iowa Lakes Community College and Palo Alto County Health System (PACHS) have reached agreements totaling $500,000 that will support the future of healthcare services and healthcare education…
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