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Aviation Alumni Spotlight: Jacob Doran
Jacob Doran, a 2021 graduate of Iowa Lakes, is now a Pilot/First Officer with Sun Country Airlines. He credits the Iowa Lakes Aviation program’s flexibility as one of its greatest…
Read MoreMeet the Aviation Alumni: Andrew Tran
For Andrew Tran, choosing the Iowa Lakes Aviation & Airport Management program was the first step toward a successful career in the skies. After graduating in 2023 with an Associate…
Read MoreExploring Passions, Building Futures: Mikalah Konz’s Iowa Lakes Story
When Iowa Lakes Community College student-athlete Mikalah Konz first began exploring colleges, she wasn’t entirely sure what she wanted in a school. That changed the moment she stepped on campus…
Read MoreCraftsmanship, Connection and Opportunity: A Hands-On Experience with Gary Striegler
Some of the most meaningful learning experiences do not start in a classroom. They start with a conversation. A few years ago, during a Sashco Trade Teacher Appreciation Event at…
Read MoreBuilding Community, One Conversation at a Time
For many students, college is about more than classes, assignments, and schedules. It is about finding a place where they feel welcomed, supported, and connected. That sense of belonging was…
Read MoreIt’s Never Too Late: Ray Jorgensen’s HSED Journey
When Ray Jorgensen walked across the stage to receive his High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), it marked far more than the completion of a program. It represented perseverance, determination, and…
Read MoreHands-On Learning, Lasting Impact
At Iowa Lakes Community College, the work happening in the classroom often reaches far beyond it. It shows up in the communities we serve, in the partnerships we build, and…
Read MoreBuilding a Business That Builds Community—with Support from Small Business Development Center
For nearly 15 years, Gracie Dammann has invested in the lives of young children and families. First starting as an in-home childcare provider and later as the director of an…
Read MoreFrom Starting Over to Standing on Top: Keyahna Phillips Makes History at Iowa Lakes
When Keyahna Phillips stepped onto campus at Iowa Lakes Community College, she wasn’t just starting college, she was starting over. Coming from Chicago, Keyahna didn’t grow up surrounded by opportunity.…
Read MoreEarly Childhood Education Students Gain Real-World Experience Through Community Partnerships at Iowa Lakes
When it comes to career preparation, some of the most impactful learning happens beyond the classroom. At Iowa Lakes Community College, hands-on experiences and community partnerships play a key role…
Read MoreI Didn’t Choose Iowa Lakes…. Iowa Lakes Chose Me!
When people ask why she chose Iowa Lakes, Delanie Bruellman simply smiles and says, “I didn’t choose Iowa Lakes… Iowa Lakes chose me.” Originally, Delanie had her mind set on…
Read MoreIowa Lakes Community College Offers Global Wind Organisation Training
Earn Wind Safety Certification Close to Home The wind energy industry continues to grow across the Midwest, creating strong demand for trained technicians with specialized safety certifications. Iowa Lakes Community…
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