Meeting to focus on college’s workforce and training efforts in Iowa County
WILLIAMSBURG, Iowa (Feb. 12, 2025)–Kirkwood Community College will hold the next meeting of the institution’s Iowa County Leadership Council on Feb. 26, from 4-5:30 p.m., at Kirkwood’s Iowa County Center in Williamsburg. Kirkwood President Kristie Fisher, college officials, local community leaders and members of the general public are all expected to be in attendance.
The meeting will be the second for the County Leadership Council, which brings key stakeholders together for a conversation about how Kirkwood’s impactful resources are utilized in their community as well as how the college can address other pressing needs. The discussion will center on the institution’s workforce and training efforts in Iowa County, including what Kirkwood offers currently. In addition, college leaders would like to hear ideas from those attending about how the college can further serve their region.
According to Kirkwood Iowa County Center Associate Director Michael Jacobsen, the meeting is an opportunity for the college and the residents of Iowa County to work together to address the educational and workforce needs of those that live in the area.
“This meeting is all about collaboration and making sure Kirkwood’s workforce training efforts truly meet the needs of Iowa County,” said Jacobsen. “Hearing directly from community members and local leaders helps us shape our programs that support both the businesses and the people that live here. Our goal is to provide the right training and resources to help people succeed. We look forward to a great discussion and new ideas on how we can make an even bigger impact.”
The college plans to hold two County Leadership Council meetings per year in the fall and spring.
For more information, and to RSVP, please contact Michael Jacobsen at 319-668-2461 or [email protected].
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What: Kirkwood Community College Iowa County Leadership Council Meeting
Where: The Kirkwood Iowa County Center, 200 West St. in Williamsburg
When: Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 4-5:30 p.m.
Who can attend: The meeting is open to the public
RSVP: Michael Jacobsen at 319-668-2461 or [email protected]