News
Winter weather controversy: Winter weather controversy
By Josh Heilskov, News Editor
- Peterson speaks on social unity
Kirkwood Community College professor Jed Peterson shared insights on solidarity and allyship during the Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success’s Critical Conversations panel. The monthly panel serves as a community discussion forum and is open to all ages. This meeting centered on the question “What challenges do we [Continue Reading »] - College greenhouse grows community connection
The spring semester is off to a cold start, and the once-vibrant campus has given way to bare grass and negative wind chills. Still, green life thrives on the outer edges of the college. Inside the Horticulture building stands a 7,000-square-foot greenhouse that is home not only to [Continue Reading »] - Upcoming scholarship success workshopsKirkwood Community College is offering student support through its upcoming scholarship events, designed to help students navigate the scholarship application process with confidence. The event is a two-part workshop offering different types of assistance. The “Invest in Your Future” presentation will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from [Continue Reading »]
- Winter weather controversy: Cold Conditions spark campus conversations
Student safety became a point of concern at Kirkwood Community College on Jan. 23, when the college remained open despite a windchill of –41 F that morning, prompting questions from students and community members about weather-related decision-making. “For people who drive, it wasn’t impossible to get to Kirkwood. [Continue Reading »]
Feature
- Library prepares for spring seed plantingFebruary is a great time to begin thinking about what you want to plant. A great place to start is at the Sundberg Library at Kirkwood where the Seed Library offers free seeds for check out. The seeds provided are saved from local gardens as well as [Continue Reading »]
- Student Ambassadors connect with campus visitorsWhat’s the club called? Student Ambassadors How did it all begin? Our Student Ambassador program has been part of Admissions for many years. The goal was, and still is, to help prospective students and their families experience campus through the voices of current students. The program [Continue Reading »]
- TPUSA encourages students to speak up and engage“I think free speech is the bedrock of democracy, and I think it’s very important that people are able to express their ideas freely.” Gabe Christianson On Sept. 10, 2025, Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University while debating students. Following [Continue Reading »]
- Hispanic Horizons showcases diversityHispanic Horizons will host a bake sale Feb. 12 featuring traditional Hispanic treats, giving students an opportunity to sample cultural desserts while supporting the organization. Hispanic Horizons was a small club created by international student Andres Vidal in 2025 and was mostly membered by international students. In the [Continue Reading »]
- Inside Kirkwood’s diesel technology program
In a state where agriculture, transportation and heavy machinery power the economy, diesel technology remains a quiet but essential force. At Kirkwood Community College, the Diesel Technologies program is training students not to farm the land but to keep the machines that work that land and much more [Continue Reading »]
Inside Kirkwood’s diesel technology program
By Waterz Yidana, Campus Outreach Coordinator
Sports
Eagles soar to All-American selections
By Gibson Lowenberg, Web Editor
- Eagles Weekly (Feb. 2-Feb. 8)The first week of February was an exciting one for Kirkwood as the baseball and softball teams began their season. The baseball team started the season off hot offensively, while the softball team commenced with a learning curb. The basketball teams combine for a 3-1 record on the [Continue Reading »]
- Catching up on the latest Kirkwood sportsThe most recent Communiqué issue was published Dec. 4, leaving a two-month gap in newspaper coverage. During that time, basketball has been the only sport in season, and both teams are now entering a critical point in their schedules. Men’s Basketball: The Eagles started their first five games [Continue Reading »]
- New faces in the Athletics Hall of Fame
On Jan. 24, five members were inducted into the Kirkwood Athletics Hall of Fame. They were recognized during a double-header against NIACC in Johnson Hall as the basketball teams went a combined 1-1. “It’s one of my favorite weekends of the year,” said Todd Rima, athletic director. “To [Continue Reading »] - Eagles soar to All-American selections
Over winter break, the NJCAA announced the volleyball All-American teams. Featured on the teams were setter Kaci Johnson and hitter Carly Wazac of the Kirkwood Eagles. Johnson was featured on the first team for the second consecutive season, while Wazac made the second team. “It feels pretty good,” [Continue Reading »] - Eagles Weekly (1/26/26-2/1/26)The Eagles ended the month of January with an exclamation point. Both basketball teams were up for a road trip, traveling to Creston, Iowa, where they would both play Southwestern Community College. Then, after a quick turn-around, they headed to Grand Island, Nebraska, where they took on Central [Continue Reading »]
- Communiqué Sports Recap (1/19/26-1/25/26)It was a busy week for Kirkwood Community College’s athletics. The basketball teams went a combined 3-1 and went on a four-hour road trip to Estherville. In the middle of the doubleheader on Saturday, there was the Kirkwood Athletic Hall of Fame recognition. Men’s Basketball: Kirkwood 67 at [Continue Reading »]
- Books and baskets: Perspectives from a student-athlete
Between practices, classes and study tables, sophomore Olivia Wren has exactly what it takes to juggle the demands of being both a student and an athlete. Balancing these worlds isn’t easy, so in this Q&A, Olivia talks about how she manages both worlds. Can you tell me your [Continue Reading »]
Art & Life
- Students bring jazz to life on campus
Between classes and conversations, jazz filled the air at Iowa Hall as students came together for the first Jazz Jam of the semester on Jan. 27, blending creativity with community. The event gave students the opportunity to learn and practice jazz pieces before performing them for the Kirkwood [Continue Reading »] - Mentalist Brian Imbus captivates crowd: Students witness mind-bending performanceBrian Imbus, a professional mentalist and hypnotist, recently performed in front of a small crowd at Kirkwood Community College’s Iowa Hall stage on Jan. 29. His act included numerous mind-bending tricks, with one being able to seemingly read the minds of students, amazing his audience from start [Continue Reading »]
- Insight from a student-musician
The student musicians of Kirkwood Community College are often practicing their instruments, collaborating with fellow musicians, or performing in a campus event. Santiago Kaiz-Vera took time away from his artistry to provide insight into what drives him as a student musician. Can you tell me your name, year [Continue Reading »] - The cast of ‘Urinetown’ rehearses for anticipated musical
- Inhale Fear, Exhale Terror: Respiratory Therapy Club hosts Haunted Hospital
Kirkwood Community College’s Respiratory Therapy Club gave visitors a lung-lasting scare as they transformed the Katz Family Simulation Center into a spine-chilling Haunted Hospital. Complete with a fog machine, bloodstained rooms and ghostly staff and patients, the annual event left people gasping for air as a way to [Continue Reading »]
Insight from a student-musician
By Jack Groth, Staff Writer
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Opinion
- U.S. immigration policies are cruel and inhumaneOver the past few months, it’s become exceptionally clear that the current “conservative” presidential administration doesn’t care about the average U.S. citizen and considers immigrants and non-U.S. citizens as beneath them. Their continued public demonstrations of “force” and the unqualified actions of their roaming gang of masked military [Continue Reading »]
- Kirkwood needs an international versus U.S. student matchAt Kirkwood Community College, we talk a lot about diversity, inclusion and community. These words appear in brochures, orientation speeches, and official statements. But beyond the language, the real question is simple: How often do we actually meet each other halfway? One practical, powerful, and genuinely joyful way [Continue Reading »]
- Trump stands down on Greenland invasionEscalations of events involving U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s willingness to go against our NATO allies, require him to makes reckless decisions. Just like everyone else, we here at Kirkwood Community College are paying the price. The president has been unrelenting in the fact that he will stop [Continue Reading »]
- Share the space: Hallway etiquette mattersIf you attend Kirkwood Community College, chances are you spend a good chunk of your day walking — between buildings, up and down stairs and through crowded hallways. While hallway etiquette might not seem like a big deal, small choices can make the difference between getting to class [Continue Reading »]
- Threats against Iowans: Protection through peers, papers Recent immigration actions have diminished the sanctity and safety of our campus. In October 2025, hundreds of volunteers have stood outside of the Cedar Rapids Field Office for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to ensure the safety of fellow Iowans during their routine check-ins. These check-ins are mandatory [Continue Reading »]
- Finding the best Christmas gifts for familyThe holidays are a busy time for many students, especially around Christmas. There are decorations to put up, an Elf on the Shelf to remember to move, outdoor lights to hang before it gets too cold or snowy, family visits to plan and, of course, presents. Even though [Continue Reading »]
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