CCforIowa’s 2025 Convention & Tradeshow: Dec. 2-4 in Downtown Des Moines
Hotel Block Deadline: November 11.
Registration is open, and the hotel block deadline is just around the corner! Secure your spot today to make sure you’re right in the center of the action. Book your stay here.
Meet our 2025 Outstanding Community College Awardees!
Each year, we honor the remarkable individuals who make Iowa’s community colleges shine. This year’s Outstanding Staff and Faculty Award recipients exemplify the dedication, creativity, and impact that define our colleges. Meet our amazing awardees here!
We are also pleased to announce the winners of our three competitive statewide awards, each selected through a peer review process by leaders across our community college network.
- Outstanding Business & Industry Partner Award - LYB, ADM, & 3M, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges
- Outstanding Innovation Award - PEAK Program, Kirkwood Community College
- Outstanding Alumni Award - Lisa Shimkat, Iowa Central Community College
Join us in celebrating these incredible individuals and partners who are shaping the future of Iowa’s community colleges! All award winners will be featured on CCforIowa’s social media shortly after the newsletter is sent. Like, comment, and share to congratulate your colleagues and partners!
Attend the Awards Ceremony
Celebrate in person at our Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, December 3, during the Convention & Tradeshow.
- 5:30 pm – Reception
- 6:00 pm – Dinner
- 6:45 pm – Ceremony begins
Help us honor excellence across our community colleges and get your ticket today!