Tri-State Area College Fair Sunday, April 23

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Sunday, April 23 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

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REGISTER for a barcode at NebraskaCollegeFairs.org to streamline your College Fair visit.

Marina Center

4th & B Streets South Sioux City, NE

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COLLEGE FAIR

TRI-STATE AREA COLLEGE FAIR PARTICIPATING COLLEGES FOUR-YEAR PUBLIC Black Hills State University, SD

Mount Marty College, SD Nebraska Christian College of Hope

Chadron State College, NE

International University, NE

Dakota State University, SD

Nebraska Methodist College, NE

Iowa State University, IA

Nebraska Wesleyan University, NE

Kansas State University, KS

Northwestern College, IA

Missouri Western State University, MO

Presentation College, SD

Northern State University, SD

Simpson College, IA

Northwest Missouri State University, MO

St. Luke’s College, IA

Peru State College, NE

University of Saint Mary, KS

South Dakota School of Mines

University of Sioux Falls, SD

and Technology, SD

Upper Iowa University, IA

South Dakota State University, SD

Waldorf University, IA

Southwest Minnesota State University, MN

William Jewell College, MO

University of Iowa, IA

William Woods University, MO

University of Kansas, KS University of Nebraska at Kearney, NE

TWO-YEAR Central Community College-

University of Nebraska-Lincoln, NE

Columbus – Hastings – Grand Island, NE

University of Nebraska at Omaha, NE

Iowa Lakes Community College, IA

University of Nebraska Medical Center, NE

Iowa Western Community College, IA

University of Northern Iowa, IA

Lake Area Technical Institute, SD

University of South Dakota, SD

Little Priest Tribal College, NE

Wayne State College, NE

Nebraska Indian Community College, NE

FOUR-YEAR PRIVATE Augustana University, SD

North Central Kansas

Bellevue University, NE

Northeast Community College, NE

Briar Cliff University, IA

Northwest Iowa Community College, IA

Buena Vista University, IA

Southeast Community College-

Central College, IA

Beatrice – Lincoln – Milford, NE

Clarkson College, NE

Western Iowa Tech Community College, IA

College of Saint Mary, NE

Technical College, KS

Concordia University, NE

PRIVATE CAREER Joseph’s College of Cosmetology, NE

Creative Center, Clg of Art & Design, NE

La James International College, NE

Creighton University, NE

WyoTech, WY

Dakota Wesleyan University, SD

Xenon Academy, NE

Doane University, NE Dordt College, IA

MILITARY Air National Guard of Iowa, IA

Drake University, IA

Air National Guard of Nebraska, NE

Grace University, NE

Iowa Army National Guard, IA

Hastings College, NE

Nebraska Army National Guard, NE

Kansas Wesleyan University, KS

United States Air Force, IA

Luther College, IA

United States Army, IA

Midland University, NE

United States Military Academy, NY

Morningside College, IA

United States Naval Academy, MD

Tri-State Area College Fair is April 23 Students and families can visit with representatives from nearly 80 colleges during the Tri-State Area College Fair, Sunday, April 23 from 1-3 p.m. at the Marina Center, 4th & B streets in South Sioux City.

This free event is sponsored by EducationQuest Foundation, Siouxland Area High School Counselors and Northwest Area Education Agency.

The college fair is especially important for high school juniors who should narrow their college choices before taking the ACT this spring and applying for financial aid and college admission early in the fall.

The fair will also help seniors finalize their college decision, and sophomores start their college search process.

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Students should follow these tips to help them make the most of their college fair visit: Before attending, register for a barcode at NebraskaCollegeFairs. org. Print the barcode, or download it to your smartphone, and take it to the fair so college reps can scan it.

Determine which colleges you want to visit (a list of participating colleges is available in the College Fair article at EducationQuest.org).

Prepare a list of questions to ask the college representatives. Ask about deadlines to apply for admission, scholarships, and financial aid.

Who is EducationQuest Foundation?

EducationQuest Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission to

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improve access to higher education in Nebraska.

EducationQuest provides free college planning services that help students explore careers, find scholarship resources, complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), and learn about student loans.

EducationQuest.org has college planning information and free tools that include ScholarshipQuest with more than 2,000 Nebraska-based scholarships, Activities Resume to track their extracurricular activities, College Profiles with information about colleges in Nebraska and across the country, and tools to help with FAFSA completion.

To learn more, call EducationQuest’s Omaha office at 888.357.6300 or 402.391.4033.

Juniors,

PLAN TO ATTEND!

TRI-STATE ARE AREA

COLLEGE FAIR Sunday, April 23 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Marina Center • 385 E. 4th St. • South Sioux City, NE

Find details At EducationQuest.org 888.357.6300

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Make the most of a college visit

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College visits help you discover a school’s culture, campus, and the surrounding community while learning about the admissions and financial aid processes.

Visit colleges during your junior year and in the fall of your senior year. Begin with the college website where you should find a section for prospective students – and might be able to register for a campus visit. Read the online campus newspaper and get information about student services and employment. Look for departmental web pages

to learn about areas of study that interest you.

Schedule your campus visit at least two weeks in advance. Try to visit when school is in session to get the true flavor of the campus. At most colleges, you can join a group campus visit or set up an individual visit. It’s helpful to visit your top colleges a second time.

Be prepared to ask lots of questions. For a list, see Campus Visit Questions in the Selecting a College section at EducationQuest. org. Also, take notes and photos – you’ll be glad you did when it’s time to make your final college decision.

‘Laker family’ becomes a Harmon tradition Iowa Lakes Community College athletics is truly a Laker family affair for the Harmons.

RaeAhna Harmon is the third in the family to find herself at Iowa Lakes Community College, and all three students have been highly involved in athletics.

A freshman on the Laker volleyball squad, RaeAhna’s hard work has paid off — she was recently named Iowa Community College Athletics Conference “Freshman of the Year.”

“As a team, we had an up-and-down year, but as a coach, I could always count on RaeAhna to come through and give her all every match,” said Coach Lea Hartigan.

She shines in the classroom as well.

“This is an outstanding family which I have enjoyed

Narrow down your college choices

BY EDUCATIONQUEST FOUNDATION‌

Start narrowing your college choices during your junior year. This will give you more time to determine which school is the best fit, and to meet admission and financial aid deadlines.

Answer these questions to get started: What do you want to study?

If you know what you want to study, research schools that offer degree programs in that area. If you don’t know what to study, it’s okay. Many students begin college “undeclared” and some start at a community college and then transfer to a four-year school.

What kind of school do you want to attend?

Do you prefer a large university or a small college?

Are you interested in a community college? What kind of student/teacher ratio do you want?

What can you afford?

Consider the overall cost of college: tuition, room and board, books, transportation costs, and personal expenses. Determine what you and your parents can afford to pay out-ofpocket and plan to apply for financial aid to make up the difference. Calculate the loan debt your family may need to incur for your college education.

Where do you want to go to college?

Do you want to live close to home and commute? Do you want to be in a large city or a small town? How big of a factor is out-ofstate or private college tuition? If you want to go out of state, investigate reciprocity programs such

as the Midwest Student Exchange Program.

Avoid these college search mistakes: Don’t limit your search to familiar institutions.

Just because your parents or siblings went to a certain college doesn’t mean it’s right for you.

Don’t limit your search to colleges you think you can afford. The more expensive the school, the more financial aid you may be eligible to receive. Do some financial aid-related research (using net price calculators, talking to an EducationQuest specialist, or a representative from the college) before crossing these schools off your list.

Don’t choose a college just because it’s near your boyfriend or girlfriend.

The school may not be a good match for you – and he or she may not be either!

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RaeAhna Harmon is the third member of her family to attend Iowa Lakes Community College. getting to know,” said Troy Larson, Iowa Lakes athletic director and head men’s basketball coach.

Five years ago, the family journey began.

Parents Kyna and Doug Harmon live in Waterville, Minn., where Kyna is lead

manager of Kamp Dels campground. Doug works in corrections.

The first Harmon to venture off to Iowa Lakes was their son, Tate. Coach Larson had attended a couple of Tate’s high school basketball games.

“He kept in touch with Tate as the season progressed which was a big deal to Tate,” said Doug Harmon.

Tate and his parents scheduled a campus visit.

“Coming from a small town, we appreciated the fact that there were smaller class sizes where the students and teachers actually got to know one another,” Doug said.

And they liked that Iowa Lakes had its own criminal justice program.

“The teachers are there to teach, and help the students succeed,” Doug said.

Doug also praised the coaches for supporting students both educationally and athletically.

“We have found that our children, starting a junior college, have had a great experience — which made the transition to a fouryear school much easier,” Doug said.

Landon followed his brother two years later.

“I think they recognized the family atmosphere, and it mirrored their family dynamics,” Larson said.

Tate and Landon often brought team members to their house, where they enjoyed family time with the Harmons and joked they had been “Harmonized.”

The Harmon family has impacted many Iowa Lakes students over the years, leaving a lasting impression on the faculty and staff.

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St. Luke’s College now offers 100% Online Bachelor’s Degree programs Health Care Professionals now have the opportunity to complete their bachelor’s degrees through St. Luke’s College with the flexibility of 100% online learning.

Designed for the working health care professional, the bachelor’s degree completion programs at St. Luke’s College allow busy adults the ability to design their own schedule with both full-time and part-time options. The 100% online format allows students to easily balance academics with their work and personal responsibilities.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Program (RN-BSN) allows registered nurses to transfer coursework from their previous associate degree or diploma programs to St. Luke’s College.

Health care professionals in fields such as radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, surgical technol-

ogy and paramedics can transfer their previous coursework toward completion of the Bachelor of Health Science (BHS) degree. The programs provide the knowledge and leadership skills necessary for health care professionals seeking career advancement opportunities.

“With the increase in baby boomers requiring care and the growing shortage of health care providers, there are increasing demands placed on health care professionals. We believe there is a large population of working professionals with the desire to continue their education in preparation for the future of health care. Our new 100% online option provides an opportunity for students to complete degrees while managing busy work and home schedules,” says Michael Stiles, chancellor of St. Luke’s College.

“As the region’s only hospi-

tal-based health science college, St. Luke’s College is uniquely positioned to provide students with a well-rounded learning experience,” added Stiles, “St. Luke’s College has a rich history of preparing competent and compassionate health care professionals, and we look forward to continuing that tradition with the flexibility of our 100% online bachelor’s degree completion programs.”

St. Luke’s College has a 115-year history of educating health care professionals through its associate degree programs in nursing, radiologic technology and respiratory care; its certificate programs in medical laboratory science, phlebotomy and clinical pastoral education; its advanced specialty programs in CT, MRI, sonography and mammography; and now its bachelor’s degree completion programs in nursing and health science.

it’s easier than ever to advance your career.

For more information, visit www.stlukescollege.edu or call (712)279-3149.

A new $24.5 million health and natural sciences center will enhance the opportunities of Northwestern College’s students and transform its campus in Orange City, Iowa.

The 61,000-square-foot facility will house classrooms, laboratories and faculty offices for the departments of biology, chemistry and nursing. The ecofriendly building, scheduled to be completed by the fall of 2018, will also include increased space for student and faculty research.

More than 300 of Northwestern’s 1,260 students are health or natural science majors pursuing degrees in biology, chemistry, nursing, biochemistry, ecological science, or genetics, molecular and cellular biology. Northwestern also offers pre-professional tracks in medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy and other allied health fields.

Enrollment in Northwestern’s

Northwestern College’s new health and natural sciences building will be completed by the fall of 2018. science labs has grown by 58 percent in the last decade, while average class sizes in the sciences have increased by 41 percent. As a result, Northwestern’s science facilities have been stretched to the limit.

President Greg Christy says the new facility will match the excellent reputation Northwestern has for the strength of its science programs. “Part of the reason for that strength—and a real distinctive of Northwestern—is the compelling way our professors integrate science and faith.”

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rn-BSn degree completion Program • Seamless transition from RN to BSN

Excellent academics.

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• Design your own schedule • 100% online program

Bachelor of Health Science degree completion Program • Opportunities for allied health care professionals • Flexible full and part time scheduling • 100% online program

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Embrace innovation at Dakota State University At Dakota State University, innovation is a word that describes who we are and what we do, and we do it well. Check out these examples of what our students and graduates can accomplish: • Cyber Corps students can get a B.S. and M.S. in five years, with the help of scholarships and internships.

• DSU’s student information security team won the 2016 North Central Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition. Our teams have won second and third place in 2017 contests.

• All education graduates earn their K-12 Technology Endorsement.

• Two DSU science stu-

dents presented at national and international conferences this school year.

• Two graduates used their technology and education degrees to create a business called Learn.Create.Build, hosting technology camps for kids using the game “Minecraft.”

Innovative technology is infused into every major we offer, and our campus is innovative as well. A new state-of-the-art technology building opens this fall, and plans are underway to develop a new cyber research and development facility called the Madison Cyber Labs, or MadLabs.

These technology-infused degrees and facilities give you the platform to

immerse yourself in today’s hottest careers – business administration, health information administration, respiratory care, network and system administration, math and sciences, elementary education, special education, and digital arts and design specialties. Graduation placement rates in some majors are 100 percent.

DSU invites you to embrace the constant technology advances which impact every part of our daily lives so that you can shape your future as an innovative creator – not just a consumer – of technology.

Go to dsu.edu to read more about how you can Embrace Innovation at DSU.

EMBRACE INNOVATION. EMBRACE DSU. With over 40 technology-infused technology majors ranging from elementary education to network and security administration, DSU is prepared to help you embrace your future.

You have options for getting your degree with DSU!

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state’s only College of Fine Arts, the College of Health Sciences and the Graduate School.

As one of the nation’s most affordable universities, USD offers various tuition options designed to fit student needs. One unique financial opportunity is the Child of Alumni tuition – a plan allowing children of USD alumni to receive instate tuition for an undergraduate degree, regardless of where the student lives.

Iowa residents are now able to attend USD at the same cost as South Dakota residents, as the university offers in-state tuition rates to new Iowa freshmen and new Iowa resident transfers.

See www.usd.edu/Iowa for more information.

USD’s 274-acre campus is located in Vermillion, a historic town of 10,000 near the Missouri River.

The north side of campus recently received a $66 million upgrade to its athletic facilities next to the famous DakotaDome, including a new basketball/volleyball arena, enhanced training facilities for athletes, academic space for a Science, Health and Research Lab, and an outdoor track and soccer complex.

With an enrollment of more than 10,000, USD is a Division I university with the friendliness and academic excellence of a small private college.

Come for a visit and see USD for yourself. Sign up at www.usd.edu/admissions.

Go to dsu.edu/visit, and register today!

Online, wherever you are On campus in Madison Contact DSU to find out how you can embrace innovation! admissions@dsu.edu 888-DSU-9988

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Come to see what University of South Dakota has to offer The University of South Dakota, just 30 miles northwest of Sioux City in Vermillion, was founded in 1862 and is the only designated public liberal arts university in South Dakota.

Named one of America’s most affordable and beautiful campuses, USD is home of the state’s only School of Medicine and School of Law, as well as an internationally-accredited School of Business.

USD continuously ranks among the nation’s top research universities, and counts many of the state’s political leaders among its graduates. In addition to medicine, law and business, the university offers the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Education, the

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Transfer hard-earned credits to a degree Make the most of an associate’s degree For years, Bellevue University and Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) have partnered to assure that students’ associate’s degrees transfer successfully to their bachelor’s degrees. Now, Bellevue University is giving yet another reason to enroll: a $1,500 scholarship, with no application fee or transfer fees.

It’s time to find out how Bellevue University can help students complete their bachelor’s degrees in less time, with less money, through a program that provides REAL learning for REAL life.

Here’s How It Works Bellevue University’s generous credit transfer policy fully supports WITCC students. In fact, Bellevue University was honored in 2017 as having “The Most Generous Credit Transfer Policy” by

Online Course Report and selected as among the nation’s best for Community College Transfer

by Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll.

Larry Beach, WITCC’s dedicated Bellevue University representative, works with grads to help them make the most of their associate’s degree investment and transfer successfully to Bellevue University.

Beach says Bellevue University’s generous articulation policy is one benefit that sets the university apart – especially among transfer students.

“Many colleges and universities, when accepting community college transfers, insist that a certain number of general education and electives credits, in addition to major requirements, be taken on their campuses. We don’t do that. In fact, we encourage students to complete their associate’s degrees at the community college

before transferring, then we accept the degrees in full,” he says.

Bellevue University accepts all the credit in AA, AS, and AAS degrees. That’s in addition to military training experience and relevant career training.

Beach says the difference this makes can’t be underestimated.

“I can’t tell you what it means to these students to see their hard work recognized, when so many other colleges have hemmed and hawed about, ‘well, this may transfer, but not this,’” he says.

“We cut right through that at Bellevue University. You’ve earned an associate’s degree, and that means something. We’re here to help you take that next step in your education.”

Learn 100% Online One of the first to offer degree programs online, Bellevue University was named a Top Ten University for Adult Learners by Washington Monthly in 2016. The

$1,500

University is committed to ensuring that students enjoy a rich and interactive learning experience.

“Bellevue University understands that education makes the difference in lives today. In fact, it’s the single most important asset a person can attain to meet career and life goals,” says Beach.

“And we believe that what you know is more important than where or how you learned it. And we’re going to give you a $1,500 scholarship because we have that much faith in your abilities.”

“We exist to help students succeed by providing REAL learning for REAL life – the deep, relevant knowledge that can be applied real-time and the powerful, professional skills that make students marketable well into the future, no matter how their careers change, the world changes, or they change.”

Bellevue University offers more than 50 career-relevant degrees in

business, healthcare, communication, security management, information technology, and more - all online. Plus, Bellevue University works hard to ensure students’ education and career goals are attainable, offering dedicated Financial Aid Counselors to help secure financial aid and scholarships.

Make the Most of An Associate’s Degree – And Claim A $1,500 Scholarship Bellevue University provides an opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in less time and money, with an education that prepares students to hit the ground running today and for whatever the future may hold.

The transfer process begins at Transfer.Bellevue.edu/WITCC. Students can inquire about their degree program of choice to receive a $1,500 Transfer Scholarship and have their application fee and transfer fees waived.

Scholarships for WITCC Graduates!

Save $1,500 when you transfer to Bellevue University to complete your bachelor’s degree.

Visit us right here at

Western Iowa Tech Community College.

Larry Beach Sioux City campus, Dr. Robert H. Kiser Building Rm A221 712-274-8043 • larry.beach@bellevue.edu

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Transfer.Bellevue.edu/WITCC Limited number of scholarships available for 2017 start!

The $1,500 Transfer Scholarship is available for associate’s degree graduates with a 2.5 or higher GPA, who transfer to Bellevue University and start a bachelor’s degree program in 2017.A non-profit university, Bellevue University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission through the U.S. Department of Education • hlcommission.org • 800-621-7440

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Little Priest Tribal College prepares students for career The Little Priest Tribal College (LPTC) is a local public community college operating in the states of Nebraska and Iowa. LPTC serves all students from all nations and communities.

The college is named after Chief Little Priest, the last true war chief of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. It was his final words that now encapsulate our mission: “Be Strong and Educate My Children.”

In the Winnebago heritage of respect, integrity, and self-reliance, LPTC was chartered in 1996 by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, a sovereign nation, to provide higher education opportunities. LPTC is a land grant institution and is part of the Nebraska Transfer Initiative program.

Our focus is to prepare students to transfer and successfully complete a major at a four-year institution, as well as providetraining opportunities for students to upgrade job skills and improve employability. Further, to provide language and culture classes that celebrate and preserve our cultural heritage.

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, LPTC offers Associates of Arts and Associates of Science degrees in the following areas: • Business • Early Childhood Education • Indigenous Science Environment • Indigenous Science Health • Interdisciplinary Studies • Native American Studies • Teacher Education In addition to our outstanding dedicated faculty

The campus and class sizes are small and comfortable.

They offer services to help you with your classwork if you are struggling and study nights to prepare you for midterms and finals. The staff is also really nice! -Sean Walker

Everyone who works here cares that you learn and wants you to succeed. They are more than willing to do whatever they can to help you be successful and move on towards reaching your goals. -Jeorgi Kalisek

and our student-friendly class sizes, a variety of services are offered to our students that include: • Career, academic, & transfer advising • Tutoring and one-onone support • A 10:1 student to instructor ratio • Student meal plans & limited student housing • Distance learning classrooms • College athletic program, student activities, and leadership program Other reasons to attend LPTC: • Take One Tuition Free Course this Summer Session!

• Quality and affordable education • Cultural enrichment, exploration, and new experiences.

• Community and Continuing Education Program

• GED classes and testing • And more Learn about us on our website and call to schedule a campus tour.

Expand your horizons at LPTC. A New Beginning.

Register Now To Take One Tuition Free Class this Summer Session!

All students welcome!

Summer, 2017 classes begin May 22, 2017.

Accepting new and transfer students through May 23rd.

Complete an online application at www.littlepriest. edu or email: admissions@ littlepriest.edu Main Address: 601 East College Drive Winnebago, Nebraska 68071 402.878.2380 Sioux City Address: Ho-Chunk Centre 600 4th Street Sioux City, Iowa 51101 712-224-0113

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Wayne State College has excellent programs At Wayne State, our focus is your future. The college has served Nebraska since 1910, devoted to student success, learning excellence and regional service.

We provide more than 90 quality academic programs, empowering students to follow their passion from among many excellent academic programs and majors.

Through personalized education, we provide an environment that fosters learning and academic excellence.

We are the most affordable four-year institution in the region. Students are not burdened by debt after graduation, which gives them freedom not only financially but the freedom to make further life choices.

need a better reason to consider our program. But if you do, consider our expert art faculty, who bring a range of artistic and technical talents to bear in small classes where you receive personal instruction. And they get results: Recent graduates are working as graphic designers, marketing professionals, screen printers, typesetters (digital type), freelancers, and in-house designers.

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Students have more than 90 quality academic programs to choose from at Wayne State College, allowing them to follow their passion.

classes, excellent faculty, and challenging course work as RHOP participants. Rigorous course work and new Wayne State’s cadaver laboratories ensure Academic you will be ready to meet the Opportunities challenges of the health professions. Our graduates also enter medical or professional Health Professions You want a career that lets school with a low debt load, your care for others shine. which delivers solid peace of You want a career that se- mind. cures a future that’s right for you and provides generous Criminal Justice compensation. Wayne State’s Wayne State’s fastest Pre-Professional Health and growing major, Criminal Applied Human and Sport Justice, delivers a broad acPhysiology programs can get ademic program designed to you there. provide you with the necWayne State has long pro- essary practical knowledge vided an excellent pathway and skills for rewarding cafor students who have chosen reers. Wayne State’s faculty to become a doctor, athletic members know many of you trainer, physical therapist, are interested in careers that chiropractor or other health include border patrol, corprofessional. The Pre-Pro- rections officer, probation fessional Health and Applied officer, special agent for govHuman and Sport Physiol- ernmental agencies, homeogy majors lay the founda- land security, United States tion needed for admission marshal, criminal laborato the region’s best medical tory scientist, parole officer, schools, where Wayne State state patrol, immigration and students regularly graduate customs enforcement, asset at the top of their class. management protection, Wayne State is well-known game warden, customs agent. for the highly competitive Our major covers the theoretRural Health Opportuni- ical basis for understanding ties Program (RHOP). Our the economic, political, and curriculum guarantees ev- social environments in which ery student the same small the criminal justice process

operates, which means you have the flexibility to apply your degree to any of these careers.

Sport Management

You have a passion for sports and you want to turn that passion into a career.

Wayne State gets that. The undergraduate Sport Management major is aimed at students who want to be on the organizational side of sports and work behind the scenes to be leaders in the ever-changing and highly competitive sport industry.

Whether you want to work in professional sports, intercollegiate athletics, or community recreation programs, Wayne State’s programs will prepare you for careers in administration, sports information, media relations, marketing, operations, event management, facilities, sport tourism, ticketing, and promotions.

Professional Development School Taking charge of your first classroom can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you haven’t been there before. Wayne State’s Professional Development

School (PDS) program for undergraduates puts students into the classroom as co-teachers with experienced educators in Norfolk and Wakefield early in their course of study, ensuring that nervous first days are behind our graduates when they meet their first class.

Northeast Nebraska Teaching Academy (NENTA) The Northeast Nebraska Teaching Academy (NENTA) provides additional opportunities to develop your classroom skills and get paid at the same time. NENTA oversees the selection and training of 60-65 education majors who are certified to substitute teach in any of our collaborating school districts in Northeast Nebraska. The outcome for you is tremendous: You will be an experienced teacher by the time you graduate, which means your job prospects just got a lot brighter.

Graphic Design

Wayne State’s Graphic Design program succeeds because our graduates land good jobs doing the work they love. You really don’t

You have a head for numbers and a heart for business.

Maybe you’re driven to maximize employee performance within an organization or to hire the right people to the right position. Perhaps your fire comes from influencing customer perceptions, delivering product benefits, and building brand attitudes and loyalty through marketing. You could be looking to grow in the field of agricultural business ventures.

Maybe you have a thirst for travel and international business. And most of all, you want to know your degree means that you can get a job after graduation. Whatever your interests are in the business world, Wayne State has you covered with business administration degrees in accounting, economics, agri-business, finance, human resource management, international business, management, marketing, office administration, professional studies, and public accounting to provide the solid foundation you need.

Industrial Technology/ Education The importance of technology education grows every day and the demand for professionals to teach industrial technology is

high. Wayne State’s industrial technology teacher education program prepares students to enter a teaching career at the junior/senior high school level or to teach in post-secondary industrial technology education programs. As one of only two industrial technology education programs in the state, Wayne State’s comprehensive combination of lectures, discussions, demonstrations and laboratory activities provides students with the experiences necessary for the development of a theoretical and practical understanding of industry and technology. The program includes work in communication systems, manufacturing systems, construction systems, and power, energy and transportation systems.

Industrial Technology/ Manufacturing A healthy industrial economy requires qualified safety managers, construction managers, drafters, planners, and designers, and manufacturing managers.

Wayne State can help build your future in industry with rigorous programs designed to give you the background you need, whether you are interested in workplace safety and productivity, supervising civil, commercial or residential construction, managing the production of documents and drawings that communicate design needs and specifications, or managing resources, processes, and procedures in a manufacturing environment. Our programs provide hands-on opportunities to develop the skills required to flourish as a manager on robotic assembly lines, safety and surveying crews, sustainability teams, production lines, or government regulatory agencies.

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W H A T ’S YO U R DREAM? You can chase it at Briar Cliff.

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Finish college with a degree, not burdensome debt

BY MANDIE MAYO‌

“I don’t want to spend life after college forever paying my student loan debt,” said Luz Moreno, a senior at North High in Sioux City.

“I have big dreams. Someday I would like to build a hospital in Mexico or Africa or somewhere where I can serve the underserved,” said Moreno. “I want my hospital to provide free health care.”

To achieve her dream, Moreno can’t be focused on paying an excessive amount of college debt. So, one of the most important factors in her college search has been affordability.

The first step in making college affordable is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application.

Moreno took advantage of the earlier application deadline last fall – a wise decision since the FAFSA is critical to determining student eligibility for financial aid.

The second step is obviously applying to college – or in most cases – apply-

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ing to multiple colleges or universities. After applying to three schools, Briar Cliff stood out to Moreno as the obvious choice.

“Briar Cliff’s financial aid award letter was so easy to read,” said Moreno. “Actually, the whole process with Briar Cliff was easy. I had fun filling out the application. I just had to go through and

Pell and Iowa Tuition Grant cover all of Moreno’s college tuition. To Moreno, this proved Briar Cliff University’s commitment to helping her attend school affordably.

“I don’t want to be so in debt that I have to survive on Ramen after college,” she joked. With no tuition debt, Moreno should be able to put that fear aside. Instead, she can focus on making that dream of opening a hospital a future reality.

Moreno is committed to attend Briar Cliff this fall.

She plans to major in nursing, biology or biochemistry. Aside from affordability, Moreno is looking forward to a few other things.

“I love the tunnels,” she exclaimed. A favorite feature of many college students, the tunnels make wearing shorts to class a year-round option.

“I also appreciate the diversity of the students, the idea that small classes will make it easier to make friends and overall, I am just excited for the new experiences that college will offer,” she added.

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Luz Moreno is able to attend Briar Cliff University with her college tuition paid because she followed the financial aid process, including filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

check boxes to show which scholarships I was interested in. Prompts helped me fill out the essay. And, I could just forward on a link to request letters of reference.”

Having an intuitive application is no accident. Briar Cliff officials recognize that choosing the right school can be daunting enough.

The application process shouldn’t be an added frustration.

Moreno had a lot to figure out on her own. She admits she was a bit scared when she began the college search process. She’s a first-generation college student and her older sister went through this process about 10 years ago. A lot has changed since then.

With the help of her Briar Cliff admissions representative and a little research, Moreno managed the process very well. Her financial aid award is proof of that.

“I received the St. Clare scholarship from Briar Cliff,” she said proudly. This scholarship combined with the

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Students experience the many sides of Morningside College Morningside College students soon discover that the campus culture encourages them to explore and take advantage of the many options and opportunities available in and out of the classroom.

With more than 65 majors and pre-professional programs and 50 plus student organizations, Morningside gives students the ability to craft their own unique educational experiences.

Two students share their stories.

is so nice. You see people holding doors for each other. The people in the cafeteria tell you to have a nice day. It makes you feel welcome. I feel like if I would have gone to a big school, everybody’s head would be down.”

GREAT AG PROFESSORS “They know everyone.

They know where you’re from. And if you’re from Iowa, they pretty much know all of your high school teachers. When you’re in high school and you think about professors, you think of these scary people who won’t talk to you outside of class, but these guys are just – they’re funny. They’re really laid back. That’s something I really like because you can talk to them about anything.”

Nate Crnkovich

Senior, Nursing Major Omaha, Neb. After exploring his options at Morningside, Nate decided he wants to start his nursing career in an emergency room in Omaha.

He’s definitely got a foot in the door. His last semester at Morningside, he is completing a 100-hour preceptorship in the emergency department at Omaha’s Creighton University Medical Center. Once he gets some experience, he wants to do travel nursing.

A SMALL CAMPUS OFFERING BIG SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES “Morningside is in a decently large city, so there are a lot of opportunities, especially for nursing.

There are two really good hospitals for clinicals.

We’ve also been to other places. We’ve been to Midwest Dialysis. We’ve been to urgent care facilities.

They try to make sure that you’re exposed to everything, which is awesome.”

PROFESSORS WHO REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU “They really want you to find the area where you want to work. There are so many different areas in nursing, whether it’s pediatrics, obstetrics or the emergency room. They’re great with helping you fig-

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES “I’m a member of the Ag Club. This past year, I served as the treasurer. We held an event called Feed the Farmer. We prepared meals and took them to the local grain elevator. We offered the truck drivers in line a meal, and they accepted them graciously, as sometimes they had a long wait to unload their trailers.”

ure out what those options are. They always have time to meet with you. Just email them or text them. They’re great about being a friend almost, helping you figure out what you want to do.”

GREAT PREPARATION FOR THE NCLEX NURSE LICENSING EXAM “Our professors have a lot of experience in the nursing field, so they understand what it takes to become a good nurse and what it takes to pass your NCLEX once you get to that point. The small class sizes also help. You can get a little bit more focused, individualized attention. We’re really lucky for a small school to have as qualified and as good of professors made it to the national championship game. The as we do.” coaches are great. ObOPPORTUNITIES TO GET viously, my teammates INVOLVED ON CAMPUS would be the biggest thing “I came to Morningside I have loved about playing originally because of foot- football. I’ve made some of ball. The program’s just a my best friends – lifelong history of excellence. The friends – playing football year before I came, they here at Morningside.”

Liz Thies

Junior, Applied Agricultural & Food Studies Major Green Isle, Minn.

Liz was one of less than 1 percent of FFA members across the United States to receive an American FFA Degree. Now she is working with the ag professors at Morning-

side to decide on a career in agriculture. She will be doing a summer internship at Wells Enterprises in Le Mars, Iowa, to see if she likes corporate finance. She also is interested in ag lending.

SMALL-TOWN FEEL “Everybody on campus

EXTERNSHIPS “Professors spend a lot of time getting to know you so they can find the perfect externship for you. You take a semester where you’re not on campus and you go out into the real world, work for a company and gain that knowledge of working for a company while still getting credit for school. You get paid, and a lot of externships lead to job opportunities.”

Schedule a visit and see for yourself the many sides of Morningside College.

Call 800-831-0806 or visit www.morningside.edu.

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ExpEriEncE MorningsidE Junior Visit day

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Friday, April 28

summer preview days Friday, June 2 Friday, July 21

on

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Register now for a campus visit day at our website on the Admissions Visit Campus page.

Call 712-274-5511 for an individual visit.

www.morningside.edu Sioux City, Iowa • (712) 274-5511 The Morningside College experience cultivates a passion for life-long learning and a dedication to ethical leadership and civic responsibility.