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ESTHERVILLE, IOWA (May 9, 2025) The Iowa Lakes Community College Alumni & Friends Association presented Scott Nolte with the 2025 Jim Hall Outstanding Alumni Award during the college’s Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 9, in Estherville. Nolte joins the ranks of Iowa Lakes graduates who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their communities, careers, and service…

Iowa Lakes Community College celebrates the students on the Fall 2024 Honors Lists, recognizing their outstanding academic achievements. This semester, 141 students have earned the prestigious President’s List honor, and 262 students have been named to the Dean’s List. The President’s List distinction showcases students with unwavering commitment and academic brilliance who achieve a perfect…

(Estherville, Iowa) The Iowa Lakes Community College Alumni & Friends Association invites nominations for the 32nd annual Jim Hall Outstanding Alumni Award. Established in 1992, this award recognizes Iowa Lakes alumni who have made exceptional contributions to the community, business, school, and service clubs. Named after Jim Hall, a dedicated 1968 alumnus and assistant football…

(Emmetsburg, Iowa) Iowa Lakes Community College’s Culinary & Hospitality Management program receives professional kitchen equipment donations valued at $12,777 from Wild Rose Casino and Hotel, enhancing the program’s ability to offer hands-on learning experiences for future chefs and hospitality professionals. The partnership between Iowa Lakes Culinary and Wild Rose Casino and Hotel is rooted in…

Iowa Lakes Community College announces the creation of the Anna Mae Kacmarynski Memorial Scholarship, a tribute to the inspiring life and legacy of Anna Mae Kacmarynski, established by her daughter, Cathy Hanish. “I wanted to honor our mom’s love of learning and her belief that it is never too late to pursue your dreams,” shared…

Jim and Bettje Willmore, long-time Iowa Lakes Community College champions and beloved community members, have once again demonstrated their commitment to service and education. On Tuesday, September 17, the Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees graciously accepted the Willmore’s generous $100,000 gift, establishing a new endowment to support students in Nursing, Men’s Basketball, Instrumental…

Iowa Lakes Community College proudly announces the renaming of the SAVE Scholarship to the Elise Hinders Memorial SAVE Scholarship, honoring the remarkable life and legacy of Elise Hinders, who inspired many people despite her young age. A 2022 Newell-Fonda High School graduate, Hinders excelled in and out of the classroom. She was actively involved in…

(Estherville, Iowa) Iowa Lakes Community College announces the establishment of the Invenergy Red Rock Wind Fund Scholarship, which will be awarded to five students enrolled in career and technical programs from Clay, Emmet, and Dickinson Counties in Iowa. The $10,000 scholarship, generously funded by Invenergy and the Red Rock Wind Energy Center, supports students pursuing…