"Sam played really well that first 9 made a lot of up and downs and had a tap in birdie on 15." Said Coach Soper. 

 

Mueller turned to the front and it seemed like night and day. carding a second 9 51 she finished her career as a Laker with a 91. Sam placed in a tie for 74th overall after the 72 hole tournament. Mueller finished at Iowa Lakes as a two time National Qualifier, First team Academic All- Region, and has signed to play golf and continue her educaation at Missouri Baptist in St. Louis, MO. 

 

"I've very proud of Sam. She had a great tournament fought some adversity with a wrist injury but really overcame that and played well. I'm going to miss Sam she is a great young lady and will be very successful in her future. She is a great example of a student-athlete and I am privileged to have coached her." Said Coach Andy Soper. 

 

Next action for Iowa Lakes Golf will be Tuesday May 21st down in Scottsboro, Alabama. National Qualifier Brandon Klein will play in the NJCAA Men's Division 2 National Golf Tournament at Goose Pond Colony Golf Course. 

 

 

Many students take summer classes. Some are interested in them to lighten their course load for the following school year, or use the classes to reach the goal of graduating early. While other students take this opportunity to ‘catch up.’

 

Classes are available at all of the Iowa Lakes campuses in Algona, Emmetsburg, Estherville, Spencer and Spirit Lake. Several Fast Track and online courses are also offered throughout the summer months as well.

 

For more information on summer classes, go to www.iowalakes.edu and click on course schedules in the ‘quick links’ section. Or, stop by or call the nearest campus.

 

 

Offices at all Iowa Lakes campuses are open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to noon.

 

Those who wish to conduct business with Iowa Lakes outside of summer business hours can visit www.iowalakes.edu. There they will be able to apply for admission and scholarships, as well as review the variety of all scholarships available at Iowa Lakes.  Also, there is plenty more to see from athletics to continuing education; from financial aid to student life and services.

 

Regular hours will resume on August 19, 2013.

 

 

The event features an 18-hole, four person team best shot tournament format at the Spring Valley Golf Course in Livermore. Participants will have the opportunity to take part in games, contests and raffles throughout the afternoon to help raise scholarship funds. All proceeds benefit scholarships for students residing in Kossuth County to attend Iowa Lakes Community College.

 

This year’s event will feature two hole-in-one contests. A $10,000 prize contest will be sponsored by Helmers Insurance of Algona.  A second contest will be offered by Bob Boland Ford of Bancroft, for a two year lease on a new Ford F-150 pickup.

 

Raffle tickets are now available and will be sold at the event for an iPad.  Raffle tickets may be purchased at the Iowa Lakes Algona campus or by calling Tony Condon, Iowa Lakes Event Coordinator, at 800-242-5106 ext. 4425.  Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $20. Winner need not to be present to win. The winner will be drawn during the event awards ceremony.

 

“This is a great line up for the 2013 Kossuth County Golf Outing,” remarked Tony Condon, Event Coordinator. “We have a great course to play on, many ways to win excellent prizes, and the satisfaction of helping our Kossuth County students in the process.” 

 

Special thanks to the sponsors who have committed to date and include:  Algona Plumbing and Heating, American Glass Co., Avera Holy Family Hospital, Cozzini Inc., Farmers State Bank, Heartland Mutual Insurance Association, Helmers Insurance Agency, Inc., Hy-Vee Food Store, Iowa State Bank, KICD-AM / CD 107.7-FM / LITE 104.9-FM, KILR Radio, KLGA Radio, KOFAB, Motor Inn, Pharmacists Mutual, Water Connection, West Iowa Bank and Wild Rose Casino and Resort.

 

Area businesses or individuals wishing to sponsor or golf this event should call Tony Condon at 800-242-5106 ext. 4425 or visit www.iowalakes.edu/events.

 

 

The Fun and Wellness Day is held annually and features a day of activities, health screenings, workshops and entertainment for those 50 years and better. This year’s keynote speaker is Stacy (Besch) Williams who will provide a motivational message.

 

The event will be held at Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg on Wednesday, May 15.  Doors open at 7:45 a.m. for registration, continental breakfast and display booths.  Participants are encouraged to park in the lot northeast of the main campus building. Those desiring assistance from the parking lot may get a ride from morning golf cart escorts.

 

There is no advance registration. Cost is $10 at the door and includes break-out sessions, continental breakfast, and a roast beef dinner with all the ‘trimmings’ for lunch.

 

The Fun and Wellness Day is sponsored by Iowa Lakes Community College and the Palo Alto County Health System.

 

For more information call 1-800-242-5108 ext. 5223.

 

 

 

It’s new to the region.

 

“Some may not know about AAU and USA diving as we will be the only type of team in northwest Iowa,” said Johnathan Jordan, Head Swim Coach.  “The closest team is in Ames.”

 

AAU is one of the largest non-profit volunteer sports organizations in the United States. They offer many different types of sport organizations. Their goal is to be a dedicated organization that promotes and develops amateur athletes and their physical fitness.

 

Laker Aquatics requires athletes to be at least the age of 10 along with being able to confidently swim in the deep end. With Laker Aquatics Dive Club athletes will be required to obtain an AAU athlete Membership with additional AAU insurance before they will be allowed to participate. These memberships are $16 per year.

 

“Not only will this membership allow the athletes to compete in AAU sanctioned events it will also allow them to be covered under Laker Aquatics Insurance,” Diving Coach Amber Sorgea said.

 

Laker Aquatics will be having an informational meeting on May 13 at 4p.m. at the Emmetsburg campus of Iowa Lakes Community College in room 800. Sorgea will be there to answer any questions and explain how practices will work.  Athletes will be able to sign up at that time for practices which will start on May 20. There will be several practice times that divers will be able to choose from.

 

“I am thrilled to be able to provide this type of sport and opportunity to northwest Iowa.” Coach Sorgea said.  “It is something that I grew up with and would love to provide the same experiences I had growing up around the sport.”

 

For more information you can reach Sorgea for questions at either 712-852-5357 or 618-520-3232. She can also be reached via email at sorgeaa@iowalakes.edu. 

 

 

Spencer International worked with college faculty to provide the Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology students an opportunity to assemble and set-up a new Kinze planter, which enhances hands-on learning.

 

“Ron Mader contacted me last spring.  He’s an Iowa Lakes alumni and has a tremendous passion for quality,” said Jolene Rogers, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement.  “We got the right people together, and as a result, Ron had a 3200 series Kinze planter delivered to the Emmetsburg campus for the students to assemble.  Then, this spring, our Agricultural students will use it to plant crops at the College Farm Laboratory.”

 

The work for the Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology students started in January.

 

“This offers the students a real-life experience – just like they would face when they work at a dealership,” said Dan Bredeson, Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology instructor.  “In January, we received five pallets of equipment along with a big frame for the planter.”  

The students got busy assembling the 3200 Series, 12-row Kinze planter in time for it to be used at the College Farm Lab this spring.

 

Before being put into use, the planter will undergo an inspection to ensure it’s in top operating condition.

 

“Having a new planter is just one more way we make certain our students get a chance to work with a variety of equipment as well as an opportunity to see the benefits of up-to-date and well-maintained machinery,” said Tom Quastad, Agronomy Instructor.

 

Tom Brotherton, Executive Dean of the Emmetsburg campus says the Iowa Lakes Farm Lab offers a wide range of experiences for those taking Agricultural classes.

 

“This opportunity supports the College’s mission in several ways, with educational opportunities and assistance from area businesses, a pattern that is welcomed throughout the various farm enterprises, including crops, forage, cattle and swine,” Brotherton said.  

After the planting season, the planter will be serviced by the Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology students and returned to Spencer International.

 

“We look forward to similar opportunities in future years,” Brotherton said.

 

From left, students Dustin Goraczkowski, Kyle Kenan and Cody Adams are pictured with Dan Bredeson, Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology instructor.

 

Kevin Fehr, the instructor of the Landscape & Turfgrass Technology program, delivered trees to local schools to help celebrate the 141st annual Arbor Day, which took place on April 26.

 

Fehr delivered two different kinds of trees and also talked about the importance of planting a variety of trees. He also discussed the need for planting trees and the benefits trees provide. At the schools where a tree was planted, Fehr demonstrated the correct depth for planting and talked about providing continued care for newly planted trees.

 

On Thursday, April 25, Fehr donated a Red Oak to the Estherville Lincoln Central chapter. Time was spent in the greenhouse with the Horticulture class and then the tree was planted with students in the Animal Science class which is taught by Jason Holt.

 

Also that day, Fehr traveled to Okoboji where he met with high school seniors and talked about tree care.  He left a ‘Firefall’ Freeman Maple tree with instructor Rich Martin which the students planted the following week. 

 

On Friday, April 26, he planted a Red Oak with the Spencer Landscaping class and instructor Keaton Hildreth.  Later that afternoon, Ashley Wiebe and her Graettinger-Terril FFA students spent two class periods talking about tree care and planting a ‘Firefall’ Freeman Maple.

 

Estherville

 

Graettinger Terril

 

Milford Okoboji

 

Spencer

 

The ceremony will start at 7 p.m. in the gymnasium at the Estherville Campus.  Guests are advised to arrive early to ensure seating.

 

Attendees at the commencement exercises will be welcomed by College President Valerie Newhouse.  Janice Lund, President of the Board of Trustees, will acknowledge the Trustees. 

 

Keynote speaker this year is Dani Huston, Associate in Arts Degree student.  Huston is from Idaho Falls, Idaho, and has been playing soccer while attending college. She will be introduced by Mary Faber, Spencer Campus Director.

 

Mark Gruwell, Executive Dean of Instruction and Development, will lead the special recognition section of the evening which will include Ann Wimmer, Economics Professor, introducing the Presidential Scholars and Jolene Rogers, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, presenting the Jim Hall Outstanding Alumnus Award. 

 

Gruwell will then lead the Presentation of the Candidates followed by Iowa Lakes Board of Trustees Vice President Pat Kibbie who will conduct the Conferring of the Degrees and Diplomas.

 

Laure Miller, Nursing Associate Professor, and Colleen Peltz, Developmental Studies Professor, will direct the roll call of candidates.  President Newhouse will present the Diplomas and Degrees.

 

This will be the sixth year that the commencement exercises will be Webcast.  Those who are unable to make the ceremony in person may still watch the event by logging onto the college Website at www.iowalakes.edu and then clicking on Spring Commencement Live Broadcast and following the directions.

 

After the ceremony, everyone is cordially invited to attend a reception to be held in the college 4-plex.

 

 

Steve Ford, actor and son of the late President Gerald Ford will headline the conference with his unique perspective on life as the President’s son.  The presentation encompasses a broad range of fascinating subjects such as being 18 years old and having 10 secret service agents as constant companions.  He will also talk about  his father’s pardon of President Nixon, assassination attempts on his father’s life and his mother’s bouts with alcoholism and breast cancer.

 

“This year’s theme and the topics to be covered provide a broad spectrum of information which can be used both professionally and personally,” said Rosie Coleman, one of the organizers of the event. 

 

The conference will once again be held at Arrowwood Resort in Okoboji, Iowa and will begin at noon on June 6 and conclude on Friday, June 7. 

 

As in the past, the event is co-sponsored by Iowa Lakes Community College and Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon.

 

More information on the topics planned for the conference will be released soon.  Participants are encouraged to watch for information about ‘early bird’ discount registration.

 

Questions regarding the conference should be directed to Rosemary Coleman, Iowa Lakes Community College Health Programmer, 800-242-5108, ext. 5227, (rcoleman@iowalakes.edu) or Marilyn Stille, Northwest Iowa Community College, Continuing Education Coordinator, 800-352-4907, ext. 143, (mrstille@nwicc.edu). 

 

 

 

Seven long-time employees of Iowa Lakes Community College will be honored. 

            Lynn Dodge, Success Center Professor, has been with the college for 17 years.

            Linda Kautz, Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Students in Estherville, has been with the college for 33 years.

            Sandy Naig, Food Service Coordinator in Estherville, has been with the college for 21 years.

            Nancy Schendel, Math Professor/C.P.A., has taught at the college for 29 years.

            Pam Tschetter, Associate Professor Photo/Journalism, has been with the college for 12 years.

            Jim Weipert, Sociology Professor, has been an instructor at the college for 15 years.

            Al Wudel, Television Center Engineer, Estherville, has been with the college for 30 years.

           

The Estherville reception will be from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. in the Estherville Iowa Lakes gymnasium.  A short program will be held at 3 p.m.

           

Others retiring from Iowa Lakes this spring include Marilyn Fleming, Assistant to the Campus Supervisor, Spirit Lake; Clark Marshall, Executive Director of Continuing Education and Economic Development; Sandra Naig, College Bookstore Coordinator, Emmetsburg; Colleen Peltz, Developmental Studies Professor, Emmetsburg; Ray Schley, Custodial/ Maintenance, Spirit Lake; Nancy Schoenewe, Communications Professor, Spencer; Ann VanDeWalle, Food Service, Estherville; Augie Von Behren, Custodial/ Maintenance, Estherville; Bernie Wise, Director of Nursing & Health Education, Emmetsburg; Al Wudel, Television Center Engineer, Estherville; Jeanne Wunder, Allied Health Professor, Algona; Steve Farnsworth, Welding Faculty; Greg Poe, Farm Supervisor; Greg Reimer, Associate Professor of Information Technology; and Bob Roethler, Emmetsburg Housing Coordinator.

 

Former and current students, community members as well as current and past college faculty and staff are invited to attend the reception.

 

 

Winners from Western Iowa Tech included Zach Jongma, first place; Robby VanderBush, second place; and, Danny Gotschall took the third spot.

 

Jongma will advance to the national competition in Kansas City June 24-28.

 

Contestants perform tasks representative of those encountered in a dealership’s service department.  Technical skills covered in the competition include precision measurements, electrical diagnostics, chassis/suspension service, transmission and drive systems as well as power train systems, just to name a few.  The hands-on performance-based contests are demonstrations of student knowledge and practice gained from their programs.

 

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, instructors and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. The nationwide organization serves more than 300,000 high school and college students and their instructors in training programs in technical, skilled and service occupations, including health occupations. The association emphasizes respect for the dignity of work, ethics, workmanship, scholarship and safety.

 

The statewide event was coordinated this year by Iowa Lakes instructors Dustin Ross and Matthew Bohl of the Motorcycle and Small Engine Technology program at Iowa Lakes. Others helping at the event included numerous instructors in the Career Technical Education (CTE) field as well as the Admissions office of the college.

 

Graduates in the Motorcycle and Small Engine Technology program at Iowa Lakes may choose to receive an Associate in Applied Science degree or a diploma.

 

Students participating in the state SkillsUSA Motorcycle Service Technology competition included, front row, Zach Jongma of Western Iowa Tech; Allen Atwood of Western Iowa Tech; Matt Sedivec of Iowa Lakes; Kraig Beltz of Western Iowa Tech; back row, Juan Arismendez of Iowa Lakes; Jeff Vandusen of Western Iowa Tech; Danny Gotschall of Western Iowa Tech; Robby VanderBush of Western Iowa Tech; and Tyler Phillips of Iowa Lakes.

 

Zach Jongma of Western Iowa Tech took first place in the statewide SkillsUSA Motorcycle Service Technology competition and will advance to the National Leaderships and Skills Conference June 24-28 in Kansas City.  He is pictured with instructors Dirk Bak, left, and Shane Conley, right.

 

 

 

I-AM will collaboratively build training capacity by developing non-credit and credit programs to help individuals earn industry-recognized credentials, diplomas and degrees for careers in Iowa’s advanced manufacturing sector. 

 

A key component of I-AM will be to capitalize on ACT’s Tomorrow’s Workforce Now (TWN) program, a national drive to bridge the gap in workplace skills. Designed to help place a set of proven ACT workforce solutions into the hands of business leaders and inspire collaboration among employers and community colleges, TWN also helps individuals document their strengths and earn credentials as they define a career path for their future. The I-AM initiative will target current and prospective advanced manufacturing employees through an assessment process. Additionally, any Iowa resident pursuing employment in any industry sector can take NCRC assessments at no cost as part of Gov. Terry Branstad’s Skilled Iowa Initiative. 

 

ACT will provide assessments and nationally recognized workplace credentials to qualified individuals participating in the statewide program. ACT will support the initiative with thousands of ACT WorkKeys® assessments, through which test takers may earn the ACT National Career Readiness Certificate Plus (NCRC™ Plus).

 

I-AM is inviting Iowa advanced manufacturing employers to engage in the benchmarking of required occupational skills to strengthen the talent pipeline of current and future workers. Because advanced manufacturing typically involves high-tech products and processes, the skills required of workers in this segment are often more advanced than those in other settings. To secure an opportunity for participation, companies are asked to contact their local I-AM representative by May 15th.

 

Employer engagement in I-AM initiatives will benefit thousands of Iowans interested in a career in advanced manufacturing. Each community college will administer assessments for the program and enhance both credit and non-credit programs to support manufacturing careers. Also, hundreds of participating employers will have an opportunity to measure and benchmark the skill sets of their employees and applicants.

 

Manufacturing contributes the largest share of Iowa’s gross domestic product (GDP) at an annual level of $25.4 billion, or nearly 18 percent of the state’s economy. As of March 2012, Iowa’s manufacturing firms supplied 215,600 jobs to Iowans, representing 10.6% of the state’s total employment. Iowa ranks sixth among all states in the percentage of total GDP derived from the manufacturing sector.

 

 

The students split into teams, serving with three different after-school programs throughout Chicago. The ministries they worked with were New Life Center, By the Hand Club for Kids, and the Center for Higher Development. These ministries all provide workforce development, GED preparation, After School Programs for youth, and other educational resources in underserved communities throughout Chicago. The Iowa Lakes students spent time with the children, helping them with homework, playing games with them, and talking with them about their lives.

 

Every morning, the students worked for Cornerstone Community Outreach and Pacific Garden Mission, which provide meals and shelter for the homeless and a food pantry for those who can’t afford groceries. This outreach ministry serves over 500 homeless every night and over 2,000 meals every day.  The students helped serve meals, make beds, paint, clean, sort donations, and do maintenance work.

 

“In the past, the students have mainly been from the Estherville campus of Iowa Lakes,” said Brett Fuelberth, one of the faculty advisors for the Laker Life club. “But this year we had six students from the Emmetsburg campus, four from the Spencer campus, and one from the Spirit Lake campus,” he commented.

 

Rich Keilholtz, another faculty advisor, added “The mission trip helps students grow in their faith, grow closer in fellowship, and teaches them how to serve others in need.”

 

“It was about teaching us how to serve as much as us serving others. They taught us how we should take care of people in our own community,” added Sara Mukaz, a sophomore from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

 

Thirty-nine Iowa Lakes Community College students and leaders from the Laker Life Club served on the Spring Break Mission Trip.

 

 

Performances will be held in “The Max” Student Center on the Estherville campus. The evening will feature the Iowa Lakes Jazz Band, Jazz Singers, Handbell Choir, Women’s Ensemble, Men’s Quartet and Concert Choir, joined by a variety of Iowa Lakes students and community members.

 

There is no admission fee for this event and everyone is invited to hear live music and enjoy refreshments.

 

Anyone interested in performing at a Coffee House should contact the Music office at 712-362-8345.

 

 

“Well deserved honor for Deondre,” said Iowa Lakes Head Coach Troy Larson, whose team was 26-8 this season.  “His coachablity, willingness to put the team first and his exceptional work ethic gave him the tools to improve greatly during the season.”

 

“He is a young man that wants to make his life better which is what we like being around as educators.  I am looking forward to seeing how much he is able to improve next year at Iowa Lakes.”

 

Parks became the Lakers' twelfth All-American selection in school history.

 

Parks was sixth in the ICCAC in scoring with his 15.3 per game average. He was also third in the league in 3-point percentage (41.2), fifth in the league in free-throw percentage (78.7) and eleventh in the league in rebounding.

 

Parks recorded 2 double-doubles this season, first on Jan. 14 against Dakota Wesleyan JV and the second against NIACC on Feb. 13.

 

NIACC freshman David Humphries (first team) and Ellsworth sophomore Malcolm Canada (third team) were also selected to NJCAA Div. II All-American teams.

 

Points – 29 vs. NIACC (Feb. 13)

Rebounds – 12 vs. NIACC (Feb. 13)

Assists – 6, twice.

Steals – 4 vs. NIACC (Jan. 12)

 

 

First team – Michael Harris (South Suburban); David Humphries (NIACC); Charles Oliver (Lakeland CC); William Powell (Glen Oaks CC); Thaddeus Rideau (Brown Mackie College); Chris Solomon (Phoenix College); James Spencer (Central Community College-Columbus); Karrington Ward (Moraine Valley CC); Christopher Whitehead (Danville Area CC); Desmond Williams (Community College of Rhode Island).

 

Second team – Andre Anthony (Community College of Beaver County); Vaughn Boler (Genessee CC); Musafa El-Amin (Genessee CC); Matthew Johnson (North Arkansas College); James Kelly (Owens CC); Cortez Macklin (Rend Lake College); Antonio Robinson (Louisburg College); Andre Scott (Wentworth Military Academy); Delquan Thomas (Southeast CC); Dominique Washington (Kansas City, Kansas CC).

 

Third team – Donte Adams (Cecil College); Malcolm Canada (Ellsworth); Randy Clark (Gogebic CC); Devon Elliott (Erie CC); Quinton Jackson (CCBC Catonsville); Erin Jones (MCC-Penn Valley); Mahlon Jones (Hesston College); Deondre Parks (Iowa Lakes); Alec Schwab (Illinois Valley CC); Kevin Williams (Louisburg College).

 

Deondre Parks