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A college degree can open doors.  But what helps graduates succeed once those doors open?  According to national employer surveys, it’s often the professional skills students develop alongside their technical knowledge that…

“Is college worth it?”  It’s one of the most common—and most important—questions students and parents ask.  With rising tuition costs, evolving workforce needs, and more educational pathways available than ever before, it’s reasonable…

Ask a group of high school students what they want to do after graduation, and you’ll likely hear a variety of answers—some confident, some uncertain, and many still exploring their options.  That’s perfectly normal.  Career exploration…

As a parent, you want your child to graduate from high school with confidence, direction, and opportunities. One of the best ways to help make that happen is through a concurrent…

When Blake Thom of Comfrey, Minnesota, accepted an internship with Blue Ribbon Builders in Big Sky, Montana, he knew he would be stepping into a valuable learning experience. What he…

For generations, the expectation was simple: graduate from high school and head straight to a four-year university. While that path is still the right choice for many students, it’s no longer the…

For Bridget Breen, the path to leading one of the region’s premier television stations began in the studios of Iowa Lakes. Today, Breen serves as Vice President and General Manager…

The classroom is where future diesel technicians build their knowledge. On-the-job training is where that knowledge comes to life. Every Farm Equipment & Diesel Technology student at Iowa Lakes Community…

After graduating from Iowa Lakes Community College in the summer of 2024, Brett Schouten, an Aviation & Airport Management alumnus, has already launched an exciting career in professional aviation. Today,…

Logan Abrahamson graduated from Iowa Lakes in 2020 and is now a First Officer with Southwest Airlines. Logan says the Iowa Lakes Aviation & Airport Management program stands out because…

Wyatt Brink completed the Iowa Lakes Aviation & Airport Management program in 2023, earning his Instrument and Commercial ratings. Today, he flies the KC-135 with the 185th Air Refueling Wing…

Before the first bell rings each fall, teachers spend countless hours preparing classrooms, organizing lesson plans, and getting ready to welcome a new group of students. This summer, however, Spencer…