With the smooth harmonies of jazz filling the air, Kirkwood’s vocal jazz ensembles, Jazz Transit and Jazz Express, brought their signature blend of energy and artistry to the stage at Ballantyne Auditorium on Feb. 28. The annual event also included high school and professional performers. “I love [Continue Reading »]
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Sustainability is a concept that college students near and far are familiar with. “Sustainability means doing something today that does not damage our ability to do it in the future as well,” said Fred Ochs, professor of chemistry and earth sciences at Kirkwood Community College. It is no [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]From the airwaves of public radio station KCCK at Kirkwood Community College, the rhythms of smooth jazz fill the halls. Behind the mic, behind the music, and behind the scenes, a symphony of teamwork makes the jazz radio station sing. It’s the dedication of many that keeps the [Continue Reading »]
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The following is a Q&A with Kirkwood Community College alumni Timothy and Rachel Rupert, Class of 2016. They are the co-owners of Indigo River & Company in Cedar Rapids. How did you choose Kirkwood and what was your major? [Continue Reading »]
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Do dating apps have you going, “left, right, left, right, left, right, go” like bbno$? You’re not alone. In fact, according to data collected by Statista, regarding online dating demographics, 13% people who are 50–64 years of age, 26% of those who are 18–29 and a hefty 61% [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]International Education Week is Nov. 18 – 22, so what better time to let you know about the international resources provided by the Sundberg Library here at Kirkwood? The library has more than 100 country specific books in the Culture Smart customs and culture series. We also have [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]October has come and gone, and with it, the students of Kirkwood Community College turn their attention from the macabre merriment of Halloween to the coming banquets of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving break is a reprieve for students in every corner of the country; either as a brief pause [Continue Reading »]
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Myranda Hadley is one of Kirkwood Community College’s academic coaches. This wasn’t Hadley’s original role at Kirkwood, but when she heard of the opportunity, she immediately jumped on it. According to the University of the District of Columbia, “Academic coaches are professionals who work with college students to [Continue Reading »]
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Chris Navarrete brings extensive experience to Music Department “I love Jazz, it embodies freedom. It’s really just freedom of expression,” said Chris Navarrete, Kirkwood Community College’s new director of instrumental music who started in July. Navarrete was the former director of bands at California State University, Chico. [Continue Reading »]
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Many people have concerns about the ingredients in the treats they give their pets. With a plethora of recalls, one business owner decided to take matters into her own hands. Stephanie Riffey, owner of The Barkery, has taken this need to the next level by creating handmade, healthy [Continue Reading »]
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