SHRM - NW Iowa/SW Minnesota Chapter

04/30/2026

On April 23rd, our very own Chapter's Past President Michelle Nicoson presented to the high school students who attended the Build My Future event in Spencer, Iowa. Thank You Michelle for taking time out of your busy schedule to educate our future workforce with all the experiences you've gained through the years.

04/29/2026

We are hosting a virtual roundtable discussion on AI+HR on May 19th at 11 am CST! Register from flyer to join us! It's always fun to learn how others are utilizing AI! This is such a HOT TOPIC, we may consider Part 2 in the fall 2026.

04/27/2026

04/17/2026

What a great session at BVU! Professionals discussing real-life experiences with BVU STUDENTS! Members of Northwest Iowa SHRM were honored to be a part of it. Many students are also part of the student SHRM Chapter. Thank you for volunteering!

Thank you Liz for putting together this opportunity & best wishes to the students!

04/10/2026

Buena Vista University's Human Resource Management class is presenting on trending topics in HR in a mini-conference style.

Event Details:
Friday, May 8th
8:00-10:30 AM

For additional details and to register use the following link:

Get ready for a two-hour workshop of HR knowledge and networking. Hosted by the BVU Student SHRM Chapter.

03/26/2026

Join us for our April webinar on Tuesday, April 14th 11 am - noon with Roger Grannis. See bio in link. https://nwiagreatlakes.shrm.org/events/2026/04/yellow-cake-principle-your-recipe-influence-and-success

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/ykm6am9v
This is one you wont want to miss!
Earn 1.0 SHRM CP/SCP credit hour.

Network with many Management and HR professionals like yourself, become a member today for only $30.00! https://nwiagreatlakes.shrm.org/join-now

03/05/2026

Register for the upcoming event! Join online!

02/25/2026

There is still time to register for this fantastic event!

Please join us on March 10th at 11:00 am to learn about "Veterans, Spouses, Guard and Reserve" by Frank Sposeto III.

Iowa Workforce Development
Spencer, Iowa
(Potential virtual option)

Earn SHRM SCP & CP 1.0 credit hour.

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-event-veterans-spouses-guard-and-reserve-tickets-1982549229113?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/13/2026

Another SHRM Certification Opportunity! Click link below:

Central Iowa SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. SHRM Learning System Champion status is recognition of our chapter's hard work to increase professional development and HR knowledge among members.

02/11/2026

Considering your SHRM-CP certification, or onto the SCP certification? Our NWIA/SWMN SHRM Chapter is providing SHRM Certification Assistance offering to selected members who apply to take the exam in 2026.

We want to bring our assistance offering to your attention as now is the perfect time to pair the Certification assistance with the Prep course offered by the University of Sioux Falls, which is starting on March 10th. Please see details below regarding the assistance and prep course!

Are you preparing for your SHRM Certification? NWIA/SWMN SHRM is now providing up to $200 to support your efforts!
• Award per person is a maximum of $200 to be reimbursed after successful completion of the certification
• Student members are eligible to apply
• Specialty Credentialing support is eligible to apply, priority will be given to SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP applicants
• Requests are to be submitted to our chapter board for the 2026 testing window
• Gifts are subject to board approval and based on budget capacity

How to apply for NWIA SHRM certification assistance?
• Send your interest to Pamela Frye at [email protected], including the below:
o Name
o Contact Information (mailing address, email address, phone number)
o Business Name and Title (or indicate student and your college)
o Date you anticipate testing
o Certification pursuing
o Brief summary how the SHRM certification will benefit your career goals
(Note: NWIA SHRM Certification Assistance is not directly connected to this upcoming course only. We're providing one of many opportunities available in this area).

Please see details below on the upcoming certification prep course.

The University of Sioux Falls' SHRM Certification Prep+ is now available for remote learners!

We are thrilled to announce that remote learners can now join classes in real-time via MS Teams.

Course begins March 10, 2026, and are taught by Trudy Billion. Register here. Please direct any prep course questions to Nancy Tapken, Director of Workshops and Continuing Education at USF. Her phone number is (605) 331-6686.