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Spring 2026 President's and Deans' Lists

These students were named to the President’s and Deans' Lists for the Spring 2026 semester.

Summer Hours: June & July 2026

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) will operate on a four-day schedule starting June 1 through July 31, 2026.

For Him | Lauren Eden

Lauren Eden remembers her younger brother coming home from school and walking a little differently than normal. At 17 years old, Oliver was active and healthy. Nobody thought much of it in the beginning.

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Melissa Mapes | EICC

April 17, 2025

Meet Melissa Mapes, our dedicated Human Resources Generalist at the District Office. With two years at EICC, Melissa is passionate about education and inspired by the success stories she encounters. She enjoys building relationships with employees, ensuring they understand their benefits, and matching applicants with open positions.

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Discover Your Future in Healthcare at Scott Community College’s Live Simulation Event

April 15, 2025

In celebration of Community College Month, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges invites the public to an immersive, multidisciplinary healthcare simulation on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 1 p.m. at the Scott Community College.

Elexiana Oliva

Student Ambassador Elexiana Oliva Shares MCC’s Impact—Locally and Globally

April 15, 2025

When Elexiana Oliva walks through the halls of Muscatine Community College (MCC), she’s not just another student—she’s an ambassador and an advocate for the opportunities education offers.

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Shelly Cram Rahlf honored as PTK 2025 Distinguished College Administrator

April 11, 2025

Shelly Cram Rahlf, MCC’s Dean of Student Support Services, was recently honored as a 2025 Distinguished College Administrator by the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society.

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Tyler Halterman | Scott

April 10, 2025

Meet Tyler Halterman, an inspiring Instructor in the Game and Simulation Development (GSD) department at the Blong Technology Center.

Employee Spotlgiht: Courtney Cooper, all text in Q&A below

Courtney Cooper | Muscatine

April 10, 2025

Meet Courtney Cooper, our dynamic Executive Assistant to the President and Stage Director for the Theater Department at Muscatine Community College (MCC).

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Game & Simulation Development Program Prepares Students for Real-World Tech Careers

April 8, 2025

“This isn’t just about gaming. It’s about development,” he said. “We teach how to create simulations, solve real-world problems, and build immersive experiences that go far beyond entertainment.”

Muscatine Community College Student Ambassador Allen Beard

Living, Learning, Leading, and Living: Allen Beard’s MCC Campus Life

April 4, 2025

For one Muscatine Community College (MCC) student, higher education wasn’t always part of the plan. But now, just two semesters in, Allen Beard is deeply woven into campus life — starting clubs, giving tours, and helping peers find their place.

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Lisa Toppert | Clinton

April 3, 2025

Meet Lisa Toppert, our passionate Culinary Chef Instructor at Clinton Community College Campus. With 3 years at EICC and 34 years in education, Lisa brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the Culinary Arts Department.

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Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Names Bryan Renfro, PhD, as Next Chancellor

April 1, 2025

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) appointed Bryan Renfro, PhD, as the next Chancellor following a special board meeting Tuesday.

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