Advancement Events

The Advancement Office hosts multiple events throughout the year, please join us at an upcoming celebration.

Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame celebrates the accomplishments of outstanding alumni, retirees and Legacy Society members at each campus. To nominate an outstanding alumnus or retiree, submit the Hall of Fame nomination form.

Alumni Hall of Fame award is presented to a NICC graduate who has excelled personally and professionally. The nominee should have made significant achievements in their career and demonstrated community involvement or volunteerism outside of work related activities. Retiree Hall of Fame is presented to a NICC retiree in recognition of their career long achievements, dedication to the College and commitment to its students.

Learn more about the Hall of Fame.

Great Give Day

Great Give Day is a 24-hour, online giving day established by the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque to celebrate and support local nonprofits and build a stronger community. Since 2014, Great Give Day has raised over $43,121 for NICC students.

Learn more about Great Give Day.

Kathryn J. Davis Student Crisis Fundraiser

This annual event is held each fall and is a campus-wide celebration that includes fun events and a silent auction on each campus to raise funds for the Kathryn J. Davis Student Crisis Fund.

Golf Tournaments and Athletic Fundraisers

These premier events have been hosted annually by Advancement since 1981 and helped raise much needed funds for student scholarships. Through the support of area individuals and businesses, more than $6.1 million has been invested in scholarships. Beginning Summer 2025, the Golf Tournaments will be hosted by the NICC Athletics Department and will be supporting student athletes. 100 percent of the tournament proceeds will support Athletic Scholarships and  NICC Athletic operations for student athletes.

Learn more about the Calmar Golf Tournament.
Learn more about the Peosta Golf Tournament.