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Company Research Report: Kirkwood Community College



Company Overview



  • Name: Kirkwood Community College

  • Mission: Kirkwood Community College ensures access to quality education, training, and lifelong learning with clear educational pathways that provide opportunities and support for all students to succeed.

  • Founded: No information is available.

  • Founders: No information is available.

  • Key People:

  • Wes Fowler - Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness

  • Cort Iverson - Senior Director, Institutional Research and Data Governance

  • Megan Thole - Senior Director, Institutional Planning and Accreditation Liaison Officer

  • Other Board of Trustees members include Tracy Pearson, Dr. Keith Stamp, Peggy Doerge, Lorraine Williams, Alan Jensen, Joel Thys, Doug Bannon, Steve Caves, and Leslie A. Wright.

  • Headquarters: 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: Kirkwood Community College is known for being a leading provider of accessible, affordable, and exceptional education and training in eastern Iowa.


Products



Educational Programs


  • Description: Kirkwood Community College offers over 140 majors and programs, emphasizing a blend of classroom learning and practical, hands-on experience.

  • Key Features:

  • Variety: Offers a wide range of programs including Liberal Arts, Associate of Applied Science degrees, and specific vocational training such as CNC Machining.

  • Practical Experience: Includes facilities like a state-of-the-art CNC lab.

  • Pathways: Provides clear pathways for students planning to transfer to four-year universities.


Scholarships


  • Description: The Kirkwood Foundation provides significant scholarship funds to support students.

  • Key Features:

  • Offers over 1,400 scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,500 each, totaling over $3 million annually.

  • Scholarships significantly increase graduation rates for recipients.


Recent Developments



  • Agreements:

  • Kirkwood and University of Northern Iowa (UNI) have signed an agreement to offer a 2+2 Music Degree as of March 2024.


  • Leadership Changes:

  • Rima has been appointed as the new Athletic Director as of August 21, 2024.


  • Recognitions and Events:

  • Kirkwood was chosen as a finalist for the U.S. Department of Education's Career Z Challenge.

  • The second annual Haunted Hospital event scheduled for October 26.


  • Foundation and Community Engagement:

  • The introduction of the Bricklayer Society in 2023 to honor significant cumulative donations to the Kirkwood Foundation.

  • The Kirkwood Foundation reported $65 million in total assets as of June 2023.


Contact Information



  • Address: 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404

  • Phone: 319-398-5411

  • Email: ask@kirkwood.edu