Academics
How to Overcome the November Slump
November 10, 2021
The semester is drawing to a close and winter break is just around the corner. Before you get the light at the end of the tunnel you have final papers, projects, and exams. It can be a little intimidating for even the most diligent student. Here are our tips to finish the semester strong and…
The Difference Between Credit and Non Credit Classes
April 13, 2021
If you are just starting to think about gaining new job skills, you may be considering taking a few classes. When you read course material, it will refer to “credit” and “non-credit” classes. You might not be familiar with the difference between the two, but they each play a key role in higher education and provide valuable career training, and one might be a better fit for you. Credit vs….
4 Reasons You Should Keep in Touch with Professors
March 30, 2021
You are finishing your final classes and saying goodbyes to roommates and friends. You are just weeks away from your next steps in life. While everyone promises to stay in touch, it’s actually a good idea to maintain a few key relationships, especially with your instructors. Here are just four great reasons to keep in…
What is PTK?
March 4, 2021
You may have seen the posters around campus – “Join PTK.” It sounds like a secret society, and looks like a big deal… but what is it? And why should you join? We answer some of the most frequently asked questions here. What is PTK? Phi Theta Kappa (or PTK) is the international honor society…
Why Our Students Chose Community College
March 2, 2021
You are ready to start looking at continuing your education and attending college. What you are looking for may be different than your classmates. Either way community colleges offer a lot of positive aspects. Hear directly from current and former students what makes them positive they have made the right decision in starting at Iowa…
Becoming a Graphic Designer: What You Need to Know
February 25, 2021
Is creativity important to you but not the trope of a starving artist? Graphic design is an in-demand career that harnesses creativity and can provide an excellent living. As a graphic designer you’ll hone your imagination to assist a wide range of clients to communicate through visuals. Here’s what you need to know about becoming…
Why it’s Smart to Start your Degree at a Community College
February 24, 2021
You’ve decided what you want to study and major in at college. Why not get a leg up on your classmates in your first two years of college by choosing a transfer major at a community college? Starting your education in a transfer major can give you a lot of advantages. What is a Transfer…
Is a Career as an Athletic Trainer Right for You?
February 3, 2021
What do you picture when you think of an athletic trainer? If you picture someone on the sidelines of your favorite sports team who rushes out on the court when an athlete gets injured, you wouldn’t be wrong, but there’s much more to the career than meets the eye. We’ve laid out all the information you need to determine if a…
Can You Take a Gap Year After You Have Been Accepted to College?
February 2, 2021
Welcome to college! It’s an exciting day to receive the acceptance letter to the college you had planned to attend. Well, sometimes plans change and you have decided you aren’t quite ready to start college. That’s okay. You may have decided that you want to wait a year to explore what you plan to attend…
Can you take Continuing Ed classes if you are a full-time student?
January 21, 2021
You are a full-time student, but there are so many areas you want to explore. You have perused the college catalog, but you have also seen courses offered as adult education… and they look kind of fun. (Hello, photography!) You wonder – is it OK to take these classes, even if you are already taking…