Alumni Shining Stars
Shining Stars are the alumni of Northeast Iowa Community College who have made a powerful impact on local communities and are standout graduates who have transformed their lives and families. Their success stories honor the College and its mission and purpose.
Recent Shining Stars
Wednesday, May 11, 2022Never did Kaylee Pletzer think she’d find her career calling while spending time as a patient in a hospital.
“When I was in the hospital, a respiratory therapist came to see me. I had never heard ... Continue Reading
Thursday, March 17, 2022This spring, Belle Allure Minkz and Boutique will move from its current location at 1680 Central Ave. to 1060 Central Ave. Continue Reading
Thursday, December 9, 2021Danielle recalls visiting her grandma’s classroom when she was a small child, then growing up to become an NICC student herself. Continue Reading
Thursday, August 12, 2021Amy graduated from the University of Wyoming with an education degree and master’s degree in middle level mathematics. She is now a National Board Certified Teacher in Early Adolescent Mathematics. Continue Reading
Thursday, January 14, 2021For their service to the local business community and healthcare, Northeast Iowa Community College has selected the Jessens as Alumni Shining Stars. Continue Reading
Tuesday, April 7, 2020To recognize Brett and Steve Avenarius’ success in the energy and utilities industry, Northeast Iowa Community College has named the brothers Alumni Shining Stars this spring. Continue Reading
Wednesday, August 14, 2019Now the Chief Flight Nurse for AirCare3 and an Emergency Room nurse for MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center, Harris enrolled at Northeast Iowa Community College in summer 2001. Continue Reading
Tuesday, April 2, 2019Life can get in the way of our most cherished career dreams sometimes.
Danna Kubik, ’18, remembers wanting to be a cosmetologist as a determined young girl, developing her hair cutting and styling skills with her ... Continue Reading
Monday, January 7, 2019After losing her long-time sewing job at Flexsteel Industries in Dubuque, Lisa Sahm and her four former co-workers wanted to gain new and employable skills. The group, who jokingly referred to themselves as “The Fabulous ... Continue Reading
Thursday, September 6, 2018Stepping inside the Fig Leaf women’s boutique in Dubuque feels a lot like visiting your best friend. Owner Rylynn McQuillen greets each customer with a charismatic smile and a honest opinion. That’s a skill she ... Continue Reading
Monday, March 12, 2018Deep family roots in agriculture and a passion to share knowledge of agriculture with younger generations inspire Adam Sacquitne’s future career path. A 2014 graduate of Northeast Iowa Community College’s Associate of Science program, Sacquitne ... Continue Reading
Monday, December 4, 2017Northeast Iowa Community College’s place in the region is forever connected to the thousands of students who enrolled, completed a degree and started brighter career futures. These standout graduates have transformed their lives, families and ... Continue Reading
Thursday, September 21, 2017Northeast Iowa Community College’s (NICC) place in the Dubuque area is forever connected to the thousands of students who enrolled, completed a degree and started brighter career futures. Often, our alumni have overcome enormous obstacles ... Continue Reading
Sunday, June 11, 2017DECORAH-Northeast Iowa Community College’s (NICC) place in the Calmar area is forever connected to the thousands of students of all ages who enrolled, completed a degree and started brighter career futures. NICC alumni have made ... Continue Reading
Friday, March 24, 2017The history of Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) is forever connected to its alumni – the graduates who have progressed into their careers successfully, raised families and served their communities, and have helped to honor ... Continue Reading
Tuesday, December 6, 2016The history of Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) is forever connected to its alumni – the graduates who have progressed into their careers successfully, raised families and served their communities, and have helped to honor ... Continue Reading
Friday, October 14, 2016The history of Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) is forever connected to its alumni – the graduates who have progressed into their careers successfully, raised families and served their communities, and have helped to honor ... Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 24, 2016As part of Northeast Iowa Community College’s yearlong celebration of its 50 years of service to students, communities and organizations throughout northeast Iowa, the College is honoring “Alumni Shining Stars” every month to honor individuals ... Continue Reading