Kirkwood Alumni & Friends

10/09/2026

10/07/2026

We can't thank the Mick Starcevich family enough for their ongoing support of Kirkwood students. The Starcevich Fueling Station will give Kirkwood Eagles Athletics easy access to nutritious foods, snacks and beverages to keep students fueled during training. 💪

10/06/2026

🏆👉 Pointing out someone pretty special? We’re listening.

Nominations are now open for the Kirkwood Foundation’s 14th annual Celebration of Success awards! Help us recognize a Kirkwood alum, faculty or staff member whose accomplishments deserve recognition.

Submit a nomination at www.kirkwood.edu/alumnicelebration

10/05/2026

High school in the morning, college in the afternoon, and junior standing before graduation. That was life for Kim Kazimour (’75), one of Kirkwood’s earliest concurrent enrollment students.

Read about Kim’s unique educational journey in the fall issue of Currents: https://online.fliphtml5.com/kioog/sfxw/

10/01/2026

Is there a future Kirkwood Eagle in your family? The 2027-'28 scholarship application is now open!

With one easy application and opportunities for ALL students, applying is a simple step that could make a big difference. Learn more at www.kirkwood.edu/scholarships.

09/30/2026

As Election Day approaches, you may be hearing more about Kirkwood Community College's bond measure on the November 3 ballot.

Taking time to understand the bond measure and the role Kirkwood plays in our area can help you make an informed decision. Learn more about what's being proposed at www.kirkwood.edu/bond2026.

This November, voters in the Kirkwood Community College service area will consider an $88 million General Obligation Bond. The proposed bond would fund improvements to instructional spaces, laboratories, technology, and facilities that support many of the college's highest-demand academic programs.....

09/23/2026

Did you know the Kirkwood Foundation has inducted more than 400 members into the Samuel J. Kirkwood Society? Named after Iowa's Civil War governor, the SJK Society is comprised of individuals who have either created a planned gift or endowed their gift to Kirkwood, KCCK-FM, or the Older Iowans Fund.

View a list of SJK Society members: https://bit.ly/SJKsociety26 🪶

09/22/2026

Kelly Sprague is living her dream: healthy, happily married, raising two daughters, and on her path to becoming a registered nurse. 💙

Through determination, resilience, and the opportunities she found at Kirkwood, Kelly overcame significant challenges to continue her education. Read her inspiring story in the fall issue of Currents: https://online.fliphtml5.com/kioog/sfxw/

09/18/2026

Kirkwood Ag Sciences students are helping farmers prepare combines for harvest with real-world diagnostics and repairs. 🚜🌽

As farmers gear up for the fall harvest, Kirkwood Community College’s Agricultural Science department is helping local operations get their combines ready.

09/17/2026

| 60 Years of Kirkwood

Sammy the Eagle has reinvented himself a few times over the years. Created by a student, this particular Sammy debuted at the school's homecoming basketball games in 1983.

"When it got to the head, I just cut, sewed, and glued, and hoped it would come out right," said Laurie Sorum ('84).

👍 Like if you were there or know someone who was, and share your favorite memories in the comments.