Meeting will feature information on college’s Agricultural Sciences programs
MONTICELLO, Iowa (Sept. 17, 2025)–Kirkwood Community College will host the next meeting of its Jones County Leadership Council on Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 4–5:30 p.m. at the Jones County Regional Center in Monticello. College representatives, local leaders and community members are all expected to attend.
This will be the second gathering of the council this year, which was created to further connect Kirkwood with the communities it serves. The meetings focus on how the college’s resources benefit the region and how new opportunities can be developed to meet local needs.
The upcoming meeting will spotlight Kirkwood’s Agricultural Sciences department—recognized widely as one of the leading two-year Ag programs in the country. Attendees will hear about the different programs available, learn about recent developments within the department, and how it supports students, employers, and the agricultural community.
Kirkwood Jones County Regional Center Director Craig Stadtmueller said the event is designed to keep the community engaged and informed about the latest at the institution.
“Our next meeting will share important updates from across the college, news from the Jones County Regional Center and highlights from our outstanding Agricultural Sciences programs,” Stadtmueller said. “It’s a chance for community members to see what’s happening at Kirkwood, learn about opportunities close to home, and provide feedback that will help shape the future efforts of the college. We encourage everyone to attend and be part of the conversation about higher education in Jones County.”
The Jones County Leadership Council meets twice a year, once in the fall and once in the spring.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Craig Stadtmueller at 319-465-2375 or craig.stadtmueller@kirkwood.edu.
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What: Kirkwood Community College Jones County Leadership Council Meeting
Where: The Kirkwood Jones County Regional Center, 220 Welter Drive in Monticello
When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 4-5:30 p.m.
Who can attend: The meeting is open to the public
RSVP: Craig Stadtmueller at 319-465-2375 or craig.stadtmueller@kirkwood.edu