About ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app

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Welcome to ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app

On behalf of the Board of Trustees and all of us at ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app, we'd like to introduce you to one of the finest educational institutions in America that was once again voted Best Community College by CityView readers. The more you learn about ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app, the more you will experience our truly unique approach to education, student support, and engagement. Our Central Iowa locations are an advantage to students too and we hope to see you at one of our 13 locations soon!

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¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Policies and Procedures

Policies and procedures provide the framework for consistent and organized decision-making and actions within ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app. They ensure and enforce efficient operations and adherence to established guidelines.

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Student Handbook

The student handbook creates and maintains an educational and developmental disciplinary system which promotes a civil, respectful, and safe educational community.

History

COLLEGE HISTORY

Humble beginnings

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's legacy of dramatically widening access to education for Central Iowans started almost immediately after the College began on March 18, 1966. It started as a vocational and technical learning center in metro Des Moines, Iowa.

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app History

College Leadership

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app COLLEGE LEADERSHIP

Fostering partnerships

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​¼ø»ÆÊ¦app is governed by a Board of Directors lead by the President in conjunction with a senior administrative team. These groups are responsible for managing the institution through administrative areas on all campuses.​

College Leadership

Shared Governance

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app SHARED GOVERNANCE

Embracing the differences of individuals

A representative body of faculty, staff, and students are tasked with helping to facilitate shared governance at ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app. Their goal is to continually improve quality of life for our students and cultivate a prosperous Iowa.

Shared Governance

Strategic Planning

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app PLANNING

Standards of excellence

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app provides quality, affordable, student-centered education and training to empower our diverse communities and to serve as a catalyst for economic development.

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Planning

Facilities Planning & Management

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app FACILITIES

Providing a welcoming learning environment

Facilities Planning & Management is responsible for operating and maintaining facilities at all ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app locations. This includes preventative maintenance, construction services, grounds, custodial services, facility rentals, as well as many other duties.

¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Facilities