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UNI nursing program receives $275,000 grant for maternal health, critical care education
The University of Northern Iowa announced that its new nursing program has received a $275,000 grant from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust to help train students to respond to emergency situations in obstetric and …
Read MoreWorld Food Prize announces first cohort of Top Agrifood Pioneers
The World Food Prize Foundation recently released its first Top Agrifood Pioneers (TAP) list, which recognizes global trailblazers who are working in food and agriculture. According to a news release, the 38 awardees come from …
Read MoreIvy College of Business, ACHE of Iowa to host panel on needs of health care consumers
The Iowa State University Ivy College of Business and the Iowa chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives are partnering to host the “Meeting the Needs of Today’s Healthcare Consumer” panel discussion at 5:30 …
Read More2 dealerships working with DMACC on Power Equipment Technology degree, internships
A second company has joined Des Moines Area Community College’s program that lets students earn associate degrees while employed as interns at an agricultural dealership. Van Wall Equipment was the initial partner with DMACC on …
Read MoreGregg named Iowa Bankers Association president and CEO, steps down as lieutenant governor
Former Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg will succeed John Sorensen as president and CEO of the Iowa Bankers Association, the organization said Tuesday.
The announcement of Gregg’s appointment to run the state’s industry …
Read MoreDeidre DeJear to lead Oakridge Neighborhood
Deidre DeJear will serve as the next president and CEO of Oakridge Neighborhood, the nonprofit housing and human services agency announced Tuesday.
DeJear will start in October. She will assume the position previously …
Read MoreMulticultural reception set for Sept. 26
The Greater Des Moines Partnership will partner with Drake University and the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) Des Moines to host a multicultural reception on Sept. 26. Multicultural receptions provide opportunities for the …
Read MoreNominations open for Lead DSM’s Distinguished Leadership Awards
Lead DSM is accepting nominations for its annual Distinguished Leadership Awards. The awards honor alumni of any Lead DSM program, recognizing those who exemplify community leadership. The three honors that will be awarded are:
A.…Read MoreLatino Trade Network hosting panel discussion on developing a positive mindset
The Latino Trade Network, a program operated by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce designed for Latino entrepreneurs, business owners and working professionals, will hold a lunch and learn event on developing a positive …
Read MoreVeridian’s Racial Economic Equity Incubator receives national recognition
Veridian Credit Union was recently recognized for work leading a Racial Economic Equity (REE) Incubator with community partners in Waterloo. Veridian is one of nine credit unions across the U.S. leading REE Incubators designed to …
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