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An Update from The Green Bandana Team

The purpose of The Green Bandana Project is to spread awareness of resources for those with mental health-related needs.  Students, Faculty, and Staff who have a Green Bandana on their backpack or in their office have completed the 1-hour training.  The Green Bandana signifies they are a safe [Continue Reading »]

Kirkwood to offer Pass/No Pass option

With Kirkwood Community College’s recent decision to allow students to choose to covert their classes to Pass/No Pass after final grades have been posted, some students may be seeking additional information about this option. The following FAQ sheet was recently posted by the college and was provided to [Continue Reading »]

Kirkwood offers virtual tutoring

With finals fast approaching, traditional tutoring services are going to be needed for many students to get the help they need to prepare for the last round of major testing before the semester ends. While in-person options are very limited, virtual tutoring is available and Kirkwood has taken [Continue Reading »]

Kirkwood Library: Still here for you!

While the Kirkwood campus is closed, please know that the Kirkwood librarians are still here to help you (online) with your research and citation questions. We realize that this is a stressful time for students, so we hope you will reach out to us with your questions. Any [Continue Reading »]

Internet connection options for students

In response to the COVID-2019 pandemic a number of internet providers have signed the FCC’s Keep America Connected Pledge. The companies pledge in the next 60 days to: Not terminate service to any residential or small business customers because they cannot pay their bills during the outbreak. Waive [Continue Reading »]

Face-to-face classes suspended

A Message from Kirkwood President Lori Sundberg on Monday, March 16, 2020. NOTE: This is an important new message concerning Kirkwood Community College and its response to COVID-19. While the college is not closing, major changes are being made with regard to classes and college operations. Please read [Continue Reading »]

Cafe Disco: Student-centered ‘success’ celebrates fourth year

Café Disco opened in the 2017/18 school year and is now celebrating its fourth year serving the students at the Kirkwood Iowa City campus using a unique approach to providing affordable, locally sourced meal options.    Steven Abram, professor of management and computer business applications, explained that a [Continue Reading »]