Times-Republican: “Iowa Valley’s 260 programs strengthen our region’s workforce and deserve continued support”
In an op-ed written by Iowa Valley Community College District President Anne Howsare Boyens, she states: “Marshalltown and the surrounding communities have long understood the value of partnerships. Nowhere is that more evident than in the success of Iowa Valley’s 260 workforce training programs. These programs, especially the Industrial New Jobs Training Program known as 260E, have played a major role in strengthening our employers, supporting our workers, and keeping rural Iowa competitive.” Read the full article here.
The N'West Iowa REVIEW: “Hartog: What's at stake for Northwest Iowa students, workforce”
In an op-ed written by Northwest Iowa Community College President John Hartog, he states: “In communities across Northwest Iowa, families, students and local employers depend on access to education and workforce training that keeps our region strong. From advanced manufacturing and health care to information technology, electrical and the skilled trades, the strength of our regional economy depends on a steady pipeline of trained professionals.” Read the full article here.
The Messenger: “Iowa Central Community College provides customized training for local industries”
Thanks to the 260E program, Iowa Central Community College partners with local businesses like AgState, Prestage Farms, and New Cooperative to upskill workers and strengthen the workforce. Local companies can consider expansion and modernization without worrying about being solely responsible for training their potential employees.
“Without Iowa Central Community College, the core workforce development initiatives AgState has launched over the past several years, including comprehensive CDL, commercial applicator, and leadership training would not have been possible,” said Elissa Barrick, vice president of Human Resources from AgState.
KIMT3: “$75k grant to boost student re-enrollment at Iowa community colleges”
10 Pathway to Completion Grants are helping Iowa community colleges remove barrier for student re-enrollment. By clearing up to $7,500 in debt per student, the grants aim to boost re-enrollment and allow students to complete their degrees. The following colleges have been named in this grant: Des Moines Area Community College, Eastern Iowa Community College, Hawkeye Community College, Iowa Central Community College, Iowa Lakes Community College, Kirkwood Community College, North Iowa Area Community College, Northeast Iowa Community College, Southeastern Community College, Western Iowa Tech Community College. Read the full article here.
KWWL: "Virtual fences in Iowa: How GPS tech aids cattle management”
Students at Northeast Iowa Community College are getting hands-on experience with new GPS technology, which allows agricultural professionals to set virtual boundaries in existing pastures. This technology allows cattle farmers to more directly control the cattles’ grazing and keep their land healthy and thriving over the course of the year. Read the full article here.