Books and baskets: Perspectives from a student-athlete
Between practices, classes and study tables, sophomore Olivia Wren has exactly what it takes to juggle the demands of being both a student and an athlete. Balancing these worlds isn’t easy, so in this Q&A, Olivia talks about how she manages both worlds. Can you tell me your [Continue Reading »]
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Get involved and compete: Intramurals matter
When students talk about Kirkwood Community College sports, the conversation often centers on the recent national champion men’s basketball team or the top-five volleyball team. What is often overlooked is the slate of intramural activities offered at the Rec Center. Intramural sports allow students to compete against one [Continue Reading »]
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Kirkwood finishes fifth in national tournament
The Kirkwood Community College Eagles’ volleyball season has come to an end after they finished fifth in the NJCAA Division II Volleyball National Tournament. This concludes an astounding season, where the Eagles finished with an overall record of 37-3, as well as boasting an 18-0 record at home. [Continue Reading »]
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Students share what drives their career paths
Everyone has a different career path. Some students hope to land high-ranking, world-class jobs, while others prefer working in small businesses. Students at Kirkwood Community College recently interviewed one another about what interests them in their chosen majors. KaVarez Coleman, a first-year Kirkwood student majoring in HVAC installation, [Continue Reading »]
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Women in Natural Resources club makes waves
The saying goes “Virginia Beach is for Lovers,” but this November, Virginia Beach was for Kirkwood Community College. Ten Kirkwood parks and natural resources students attended the National Association of Interpreters conference in this coastal city. Each student who attended is a member of the Women in [Continue Reading »]
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The life of a professor: Lisa Angelella
The life of a professor is something most people would not understand unless they lived it every day. Most students don’t know what it’s like or how similar or different it is from their own lives and schedules. Lisa Angelella is a professor of English at Kirkwood Community [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Threats against Iowans: Protection through peers, papers
Recent immigration actions have diminished the sanctity and safety of our campus. In October 2025, hundreds of volunteers have stood outside of the Cedar Rapids Field Office for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to ensure the safety of fellow Iowans during their routine check-ins. These check-ins are mandatory [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Finding the best Christmas gifts for family
The holidays are a busy time for many students, especially around Christmas. There are decorations to put up, an Elf on the Shelf to remember to move, outdoor lights to hang before it gets too cold or snowy, family visits to plan and, of course, presents. Even though [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]U.S. immigration enforcement makes us less safe
I’m sure nearly everyone living in the United States has heard of the recent uptick in immigration incidents. It seems like every day there are reports of U.S. citizens and noncitizens alike being forcefully arrested for seemingly no reason other than to terrorize. Just a few examples of [Continue Reading »]
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