MOUNT MERCY UNIV. SPRING DEAN'S LIST

VINTON TODAY
July 13, 2013 9:22 pm

The following is a list of students that have been named to the spring 2013 Dean's List at Mount Mercy University. Students with a semester grade point average of 3.

Happiness Is Family Fun at the Iowa State Fair

VINTON TODAY
July 12, 2013 9:45 pm

"Nothing Compares" to this year's line-up of family-friendly fun at the Iowa State Fair. From exciting new grounds attractions to educational exhibits, there's something for everyone at the 2013 Fair, set August 8-18.

UNIV. OF DUBUQUE SPRING DEAN'S LIST

4TH ST. DINER
July 12, 2013 10:43 am

The University of Dubuque congratulates Dylan Ramsey of Urbana, on being appointed to the Spring Semester 2013 Academic Dean's List.  To be named to the dean's list, a student must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.

NCCC Cedar 3 helps restore greenhouses

AMERICORPS NCCC
July 11, 2013 10:16 am

By: Trent Roberts AmeriCorps NCCC team Cedar 3 recently finished working with Central Rivers Farmshed in Stevens Point, Wis. The team was assisting the Farmshed in its efforts to restore three abandoned greenhouses and establish a better local food economy and an overall healthier community.

AmeriCorps NCCC Class 19 Corps Member Spotlight: Devin Bolton

REBECCA BIGLER, NCCC
July 11, 2013 10:09 am

Devin Bolton, from Pacifica, Calif., is a member of Cedar 4 in NCCC’s Class 19. She arrived in Vinton on February 5, 2013, to start her 10-month service term on a team of people between the ages of 18 and 24.

New Fun at the 2013 Iowa State Fair

VINTON TODAY
July 11, 2013 10:00 am

"Happiness Is" all the new and thrilling things to see, do and taste at the 2013 Iowa State Fair. New Fair entertainment, attractions and contests are available in addition to the many Fair favorites like the Ye Old Mill, Hog Calling Contest and classic corndogs.

AmeriCorps NCCC Class 19 Corps Member Spotlight: Peter Mousseau

REBECCA BIGLER, NCCC
July 11, 2013 9:59 am

Peter Mousseau, from Grand Haven, Mich., is a member of Cedar 2 in NCCC’s Class 19. He arrived in Vinton on February 5, 2013, to start his 10-month service term on a team of people between the ages of 18 and 24.

NCCC Cedar 1 helping at the C.R. Science Center

VINTON TODAY
July 9, 2013 5:50 pm

By Zackary Hall The NCCC team Cedar 1 has thoroughly enjoyed working with the Science Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.                 The Science Center is a summer camp program that lasts about eight weeks and presents many opportunities for children to learn and grow while having some fun at the same time.

AmeriCorps NCCC Class 19 Corps Member Spotlight: Hurley Combs

AMERICORPS NCCC
July 9, 2013 10:42 am

By: Rebecca Bigler Hurley Combs, from Harrisburg, N.C., is a member of Oak 2 in NCCC’s Class 19. He arrived in Vinton on February 5, 2013, to start his 10-month service term on a team of people between the ages of 18 and 24.

Kirkwood Auto Tech Program Cited as “Benchmark” for Curriculum Excellence

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
July 3, 2013 12:09 pm

On Wednesday, June 26, 2013, Kirkwood’s Automotive Technology program earned certification from Toyota for its outstanding curriculum and hands-on training of students, a top honor that validates the program as first-rate by industry standards.