Ellsworth College Foundation

09/01/2026

🎓 ALUMNI TUESDAY | What I Wish I Knew My First Week

Remember your first week at Ellsworth? The excitement. The nerves. The new faces. The feeling of wondering, “What have I gotten myself into?” 💜

This week, we’re asking our alumni:

What is one thing you wish you had known during your first week at Ellsworth?

Maybe it was to introduce yourself to your professor.
Maybe it was to get involved.
Maybe it was to slow down and enjoy every moment.
Or maybe it was simply… you’re going to be okay. 💜

Drop your advice in the comments and help our newest Panthers start their Ellsworth journey with a little wisdom from those who have been there!

🐾 Once a Panther, always a Panther.

08/31/2026

08/23/2026

🎟️ GALA RAFFLE ALERT! 🎟️

How would you like to take home a beautiful set of Adirondack chairs?

One lucky winner at our 2026 Gala will do just that! 🪑✨

Picture them on your patio, around the fire pit, at the lake or in your favorite backyard spot. This is one raffle prize you'll definitely want a chance to win!

Be sure to purchase your raffle tickets (you don't need to be present to win!) and keep your fingers crossed!

🎟️ Buy your tickets one for $20.00 or six for $100 at https://loom.ly/enp5ODM
🤞 Pick your lucky number.
🪑 You could be taking home the chairs!

📅 Friday, September 18

08/20/2026

💜 ECC ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: CASSIE RILEY 💜

One of the best parts of celebrating Ellsworth is celebrating the people who got their start here!

We are excited to welcome ECC alumna Cassie Riley to our 2026 Gala, Meet Me at the Met!

Our alumni are an important part of the Ellsworth story. Their accomplishments remind us why investing in today's students matters—and what can happen when students are given the opportunity to learn, grow and pursue their goals.

Come celebrate Ellsworth's past, present and future with us on Friday, September 18!

🐾 Once a Panther, always a Panther! 💜

08/19/2026

🎟️ GALA RAFFLE ALERT! 🎟️

How would you like to take home a beautiful set of Adirondack chairs?

One lucky winner at our 2026 Gala will do just that! 🪑✨

Picture them on your patio, around the fire pit, at the lake or in your favorite backyard spot. This is one raffle prize you'll definitely want a chance to win!

Be sure to purchase your raffle tickets (you don't need to be present to win!) and keep your fingers crossed!

🎟️ Buy your tickets one for $20.00 or six for $100 https://loom.ly/enp5ODM
🤞 Pick your lucky number.
🪑 You could be taking home the chairs!

📅 Friday, September 18

08/14/2026

🎤 GALA KEYNOTE SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: AMY WIENANDS 🎤

We are thrilled to welcome Amy Wienands as the keynote speaker for our 2026 Gala, Meet Me at the Met!

Widely recognized as a dynamic leader in the real estate industry, Amy is the founder and CEO of one of the Midwest’s most successful real estate organizations. She is known for her bold, authentic leadership and her passion for helping others discover what they are truly capable of achieving.

Amy’s message of grit, faith, resilience and investing in people aligns beautifully with our mission of investing in students and creating opportunities for their futures.

We can’t wait for Amy to inspire, challenge and energize us on September 18!

✨ This is one speaker you won’t want to miss!

08/12/2026

MEET ME AT THE MET!

You support our students. You support the arts. Now we hope you’ll join us for a night to celebrate the difference your generosity makes!

The Ellsworth College Foundation & Friends of the Pat Clark Art Collection invite you to our 2026 Annual Gala – “Meet Me at the Met” on Friday, September 18.

✨ Social Hour: 5:00–6:30 p.m.
✨ Dinner & Program to Follow
✨ Dale & Marilyn Howard Family Activity Center

Enjoy an evening filled with great food, entertainment, unique auction experiences, our dessert auction, and the first public reveal of the Panther Prowl statues!

Most importantly, you’ll be surrounded by people who believe in Ellsworth, our students, the arts, and our community.

Come celebrate with us—we would love to see you there!

08/05/2026

The Ellsworth Community College Back-to-School Bash is on Monday, August 31, outside the ECC Gentle Student Center. This a great opportunity to showcase your business, church, or local services.

* FREE booth space!

* Have an opportunity to connect with over 200 students and visiting family members in a fun and relaxed atmosphere!

* Feel free to provide promotional items to promote your organization, or even play games for prizes with the students!

* Tap into the college student workforce for possible employment at your business!

* Build community and network with ECC and their students!

* Offer discounts throughout the year with their college ID!

Booth set-up starts at 3:00 pm, and the BASH goes from 4:00 - 5:00 pm.

Contact Chamber Main Street to reserve your booth space by Thursday, August 27!

Let's welcome our ECC students back to campus and help them experience IOWA FALLS NICE!

06/01/2026

Exciting day our Pounce Statues are here! Next step is artists painting!

05/14/2026

IOWA FALLS – Ellsworth Community College is proud to announce Roger Nissly as the recipient of this years Honorary Doctorate in recognition of his decades of leadership, service, and unwavering…