Iowa Western Foundation

08/12/2026

Grateful for another wonderful year at the Black Tie Patio Party, hosted by Dr. John and Jean Marshall. This special event continues to honor the generous supporters of Iowa Western's Black Tie Harvest for Scholarships, which helps provide vital funding and opportunities for Iowa Western students. We hope to see you at this year’s Black Tie main event on October 17!

08/11/2026

06/18/2026

06/15/2026

Thank you Randy for the decades of service, leadership, and commitment! 💙

His impact on Iowa Western is immeasurable, and we are honored to see him recognized with the 2026 John P. Kibbie Award.

Randy Pash has been a dedicated trustee at Iowa Western for 32 years. During his service, Randy has overseen significant growth at the college, including the construction of numerous facilities, the addition of programs and services, and the expansion of Reiver Athletics. He has also been a Director of the Iowa Western Foundation Board for 26 years, serving as the Vice President for many of those years. His guidance has helped the Foundation more than double its assets. Board service at Iowa Western often extends beyond the required meeting, and Randy Pash has answered the call, representing the college at countless community events, conferences, and conventions throughout southwest Iowa and across the country. Randy has contributed his time, talents, and financial resources to Iowa Western and the Harlan Community for decades. His service and impact make Randy a deserving recipient of the 2026 John P. Kibbie Award. 🧡

We look forward to formally presenting this award at our Trustee Conference during our awards reception and dinner in July. 🏆🎉

05/19/2026

Congratulations to Katelyn Taylor, recipient of the 2026 Cody C. Mason Aviation Scholarship at Iowa Western Community College!

Established in memory of IWCC Aviation Maintenance Technology alum Cody Mason, this scholarship recognizes a student who has demonstrated outstanding dedication, hard work, and excellence in the classroom.

Hollie Mason and Robert Mason joined us in the Aviation Maintenance Technology building to surprise Katelyn with the award announcement in front of fellow AMT students, faculty, and staff. This marks the second year the scholarship has been awarded, continuing Cody’s legacy by supporting the next generation of aviation professionals.

Congratulations, Katelyn, and thank you to the Mason family for investing in Iowa Western students and honoring Cody’s memory in such a meaningful way.

04/02/2026

Join us for lunch and an inside look at the Cass County IWCC Center in Atlantic! Our very own IWCC food truck will be preparing a 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 lunch to our community members.

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏
𝟏𝟏:𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐌 – 𝟏:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌

Look around the building, explore IWCC’s vehicles including the Welding Truck, EMT Truck and our CDL Truck.

We’ll also be accepting 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 to support our 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝, helping local students continue their education.

A special 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 to our sponsors for your continued support and dedication to our community: Dolly Bergmann, Cass Health, Hy-Vee, KJAN Radio, Judy and Joe Marnin, Brooke and Lana Tanner Endowment Fund, Lloyd and Meredith, Atlantic Animal Health Center, Conry Ag Service, Schmidt Family Funeral Homes, Rolling Hills Bank & Trust, Meyer & Gross Real Estate Co., First Whitney Bank & Trust, In Memory of Turner Russell.

We’d love to see you there and appreciate your support for our community’s future.

04/01/2026

Smartest first step. Strongest next step.

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03/31/2026

Something exciting is cooking in Council Bluffs! Iowa Western is partnering with Kitchen Council to bring hands-on culinary classes right to the heart of our community. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or just have a great time, we've got a class for you. Watch for our Spring CE Schedule, as spots fill fast! Register online here: https://www.iwcc.edu/ce/life-leisure/cooking-culinary/

03/16/2026

💙Has an Iowa Western alum made a lasting impact in their field or community? Now’s your chance to recognize them! The Alumni Association is accepting nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Alum.

The award is chosen based upon the following criteria:
• Service, commitment and/or support to IWCC and its students
• Outstanding personal and/or professional achievement
• Service to the community

💚Nominations are due by April 1, 2026:
https://www.iwcc.edu/foundation/alumni-relations/

02/10/2026

The priority deadline for scholarship applications for students attending Iowa Western Community College in the 2026–2027 school year is today.
Know someone who should apply? Please share!

📄Scholarship Application: https://www.iwcc.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/

Don’t miss out‼️

Today is the deadline for Priority & Presidential Scholarships. Make sure you’ve applied and submitted everything on time!