SCENESsummer 2014 LETTER from the PRESIDENT

Dear High School and Admissions Colleagues: relatively new to admissions or high school counseling, I encourage you to plug-in to As I write this letter, we are about to begin the 2014 RIDE ACAC. For newer professionals, that (Rediscovering Iowa’s Diverse Education). Thirty-five high could start with your attendance at ACU in Iowa City on July 22-23, 2014. You learn by school counselors and professionals will be touring 10 connecting with others, and Iowa ACAC is a colleges and universities in southwestern and southern Iowa. great way to become connected. For those who have been in the profession for a while, 2014-2015 Every six years, if you are a post-secondary institution, your Iowa ACAC I’m always amazed at the new connections President institution will be visited by our state’s school counselors who that still develop. If you’re not learning Dan Schofield from someone else, you are probably just choose to go on the RIDE. I have been in the admissions standing still! profession a long time—and I am still learning about Iowa’s The cycle of admissions and high school Counseling includes seasonal changes, rich heritage and diverse array of post-secondary institutions along with staffing and career changes. I that make our state of Iowa a great state. am reminded of the strength and durability of our Iowa Association for College Recently, many of us from our state for all your hard work—and Iowa ACAC’s Admissions Counseling when I see some attended the MIDWest Conference held Conference Planning Committee. You valued colleagues cycle off the executive in Madison, WI May 18-20, 2014. The collaborated and partnered with WACAC, board, but I see other colleagues cycling collegiality, the collective energy, and MACAC, and DACAC to make this a most onto the board and committees, bringing the power of so many high school and successful and memorable MIDWest with them—in their new roles—large doses admissions counseling professionals in one Conference. Planning for the 2015 Iowa of enthusiasm and talent. location for three days was invigorating. ACAC conference is already underway, with Have a relaxing summer, and find time to There were sessions for everyone, and Iowa City hosting. enjoy the people who are in your life! networking opportunities throughout. Iowa ACAC strives to provide Dan Schofield Thanks to Erin Gabriel (Drake University— opportunities for member involvement President and soon Dowling Catholic High School) and professional growth. If you are Iowa ACAC 2014 Best of the MIDWest Conference Wrap Up

Madison, WI Keynote speaker VJ Smith Thank you to all of our members who attended this year’s spring conference, “Best of the MIDWest: Setting Sail with Higher Education.” The event brought over 530 admissions professionals from Iowa, Mark your calendar Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota and MAY North Dakota together in Madison, WI for next year’s Iowa to enjoy over 40 presentations and great networking opportunities as we wrapped ACAC Conference up another admissions cycle. Keynote 17 to be held at the speaker VJ Smith provided comic relief and Sheraton in Iowa an important message—always say thank you!—during our lunch on Monday. City May 17-19, 2015. During the conference, a few of our members were recognized for their outstanding work. Congratulations to Renea Ogren (Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn), 2014 School Counselor of the Year, Jim Davis (Indian Hills Community College), Admission Professional of the Year, and Hannah Suddendorf (Mount Mercy University), our 2014 Rising Star! Dan Schofield, Debbie Barger, Omar Correa Jim Davis

Through raffle ticket sales and our benefit 5K run/walk, we raised over $2,000 for the Ronald McDonald House! Monday night’s social brought more fun times at the Overture Center for the Arts where attendees enjoyed dueling pianos and a photo booth. You can check out the photo booth pictures—and download them for free—at www.capmem.com. Favorite Iowa Getaways

Lauren Garcia/Associate Director of Admissions/Mount Mercy University “My favorite Iowa Summer Getaway is to the fabulous ‘metropolis’ of Burlington, IA. Every summer during June, they host their own mini-fair and concert series called Steamboat Days. The variety of artists varies every year with this including Chris Young, Jerrod Niemann, Karmin, Halestorm, Hairball and Toby Keith. You can also visit Fun City, which has an outdoor waterpark, indoor ball pit, sky trail, indoor bowling, laser tag, arcade, and go carts. It also has Catfish Bend Casino attached. Besides all of this, they do have the Burlington Bees, a minor league baseball team in town as well. There are some cute little shops in the downtown area that’s right along the Mississippi River, and some great local restaurants to check out while there too. Burlington is also home to the ‘crookedest street in the world’… people can drive down it when there aren’t other activities such as the Snake Alley Art Fair going on.” For more information about these places see the links below. www.steamboatdays.com www.catfishbendcasino.com www.gobees.com www.snakealley.com Stacy Henningsen/Director of Transfer Admissions/AIB College of Business Almost every year my husband and I take the family to Storm Lake for 3 days of fun in the sun! Prices are fantastic for a family of 7 and the family suites are big enough to hold us all and includes a kitchen! Cabins are available, golf, boating, biking and the outdoor and indoor waterpark. There is a mini golf course and a large beach area with playground; something fun for all ages. There is even a nice restaurant and bar for mom and dad to enjoy a nice drink in the evening while the kids watch a movie and unwind. Check out Kings Pointe Resort for your next weekend trip with the kids. www.kingspointeresort.com

Megan Pitz/Senior Director of Admissions/AIB College of Business Des Moines – a city that continues to be recognized nationally as a great place to live for many reasons. For example, it’s been ranked the No. 1 Wealthiest City in America by the “TODAY” show and the No. 1 Midwest City for Young Adults. Plus, there are so many fun things to do in Des Moines, no matter what your interests are: Gray’s Lake is perfect for a run, a walk, a bike ride, a swim or a sail – and it hosts free events including yoga, zumba and concerts. Downtown Des Moines, where you can find arts and cultural events, as well as restaurants and night life on popular Court Avenue. The Historic East Village has a culture all its own, with ongoing events, eclectic restaurants and fun boutiques. Des Moines is home to professional sports teams, including baseball, basketball, arena football, soccer and hockey. The ever-expanding Jordan Creek Town Center area offers abundant shopping, plus restaurants and a state-of-the-art movie complex. Adventureland has been recognized as one of the top amusement parks and water parks in the country.

You can learn more about things to do in Des Moines at www.catchdesmoines.com/events

Jessica DeWall/Admissions Counselor/UNI A visit to the Amana Colonies can easily fill an entire day! There is much to see, do, and eat, but it’s all done at a relaxing pace. The Amanas were founded about 150 years ago by a group of German people seeking religious asylum in America. They originally lived in a communal setting but in the 1930s abandoned that for more individuality. Main Amana is the largest of the colonies and has the most businesses and sights for tourists. At Main Amana you can find an ice cream shop, quilt shop, chocolate shop, winery, candle shop, most of the restaurants, lace shop, Christmas shops, bakery, basket shop, brewing company, woolen mill, furniture shop and factory, & meat shop. The most important thing to remember about the Amanas is that these shops are all locally owned and operated. There are also other villages that have more historic buildings, but with less shopping. www.amanacolonies.com Callie Morningstar Admission Counselor/Coe College “I would have to say Lake Okoboji is my favorite Iowa Summer Getaway. There’s so much to do in that area and who doesn’t like spending time on a lake?” www.vacationokoboji.com

Jill Kuhlers/Senior Associate Director of Admission for Programming/Coe College “I don’t think it counts as a summer getaway, but I know that summer isn’t complete for my family until we have made a trip to the Iowa State Fair. Looking at all of the exhibits, attending shows, riding the midway rides and more food on a stick than you can eat in one day; It is a great summer tradition!” Angie Eilander/Admissions Executive/AIB College of Business In my travels of NE Iowa, one of my favorite towns to stop and enjoy the scenery is in www.iowastatefair.org Guttenberg, Iowa–located right on the Mississippi River. Pictures from my last trip in mid- April are not as beautiful as they would be if I had waited to visit in May, but the day I was there I had some down time to stop and enjoy a Subway sandwich roadside and snap a few shots of the town. Check out the website if you are looking for different getaway spot. I see Guttenberg Germanfest is named one of the top 10 events in Iowa! www.cityofguttenberg.com

Melinda Arndt/Office Manager, Admissions/Maharishi University of Management © Iowa State Fair This summer we look forward to spending time at Waterworks Park, our favorite summer spot in Fairfield, Iowa. Waterworks Park features a lake for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing; a sanded beach; a sheltered area for cookouts and picnics; and a playground for the youngest. www.mum.edu/HTML/panoramas/waterworks/pano.html Each summer, the Iowa ACAC Professional ADMISSION Development Committee hosts Admission Counselor University (ACU) in Iowa City. The two-day event is a great opportunity COUNSELOR for staff new to the world of admissions to network, learn tricks of the trade from admissions veterans and become more UNIVERSITY comfortable in their positions. This year, ACU will be held on Tuesday, July 23 and Wednesday, July 24. Registration is still available at “ACU was a great opportunity www.iowaacac.com/admission-counselor-u. to network with other Contact Sabrina Tapps Fee with questions at [email protected] or colleagues that are entering 319-335-1972. the profession alongside of you. The discussions, the Can’t make this year? JULY presentations, and activities Save the date for were extremely beneficial.” ACU 2015 scheduled Tony Smith/Admissions Counselor/ 22 for July 22 & 23 at Wartburg College the Sheraton Hotel in Iowa City.

“ACU was a great experience. It was interesting to learn how all the moving parts come together; between high school visits, college fairs, visit days, financial aid, etc. It made me realize the importance of the services we offer at RuffaloCODY in helping the admission counselors who are on the front line working with the students who are making, literally, a life-changing decision.” Ashly Lagneaux/Project Manager/RuffaloCODY Grabbing Opportunities in IACAC!

Are you interested in networking in Tim Butterfield – Assistant Director of Admission your professional community? Do Grinnell College “The MIDWest ACAC conference in May really opened up my you want to gain access to current eyes to the world of admission and college counseling as a whole beyond my home institution. I realized that while it is events in your career area, or just necessary to remain focused on the schools at which we work, there is also a lot to be gained from knowing how individuals have some fun while meeting new at other schools tackle challenges in college admissions. people? Joining an Iowa ACAC Being a member of the Iowa ACAC helps keep me connected with my colleagues at other institutions, and volunteering committee is a good start if you with a committee makes me truly feel like a contributing part of the whole. The seasonal “Scenes” issues keep all of us Iowa ACAC members connected during the long stretches are interested in furthering your in between our physical get-togethers, and, as a member of the Publications and Marketing Committee, I enjoy putting the “Scenes” together and helping keep Iowa admissions career! You can sign admissions professionals in the loop.” up to be involved with any of the eight committees by contacting Jessica DeWall – Admissions Counselor University of Northern Iowa the committee chair, or run for “As a counselor, I always tell the students I work with, getting involved on campus will make your experience ordinary to an available elected position by extraordinary! By joining the Publications and Marketing selecting the “Lend a Hand” link Committee, I feel the same way about my career. This involvement will allow me to continue to enhance my network on the Iowa ACAC homepage. throughout the year. Creating relationships are important! It allows me to have a sense of security and trust! Being a What’s in it for you? Read why two part of this committee will allow me to share my ideas with others, ask for advice, and stay up-to-date on the new trends in the Admissions world. I members of Iowa ACAC joined a feel continually blessed to belong to a profession, organization, and now a committee that committee: focuses on student success to higher education.” MEET YOUR 2014-2015 IOWA ACAC BOARD Name: Debbie Barger Name: Kirk Pohlman Institution: Grandview University Institution: Des Moines Area Community College Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: Past President Board Position: Assembly Delegate

Name: Dan Schofield Name: Jane Warner Institution: University of Northern Iowa Institution: Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: President Board Position: Assembly Delegate

Name: Omar Correa Name: Jen Hacke Institution: Loras College Institution: Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: President-Elect Board Position: Treasurer

Name: Ali Schlapkohl Name: Tina Miranda Institution: Drake University Institution: Grand View University EMAIL: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: Assembly Delegate Board Position: College Day/College Night Chair Name: Tara Winter Name: Ryan Paul Ronan Institution: Wartburg College Institution: ICAN Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: Admissions Practices Chair Board Position: Membership Committee Chair

Name: Erin Gabriel Name: Stacy Henningsen Institution: Drake University Institution: AIB College of Business Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: Conference Planning Chair Board Position: Publications and Marketing Chair

Name: Cyrus Nichols Name: Sabrina Tapps-Fee Institution: University of Iowa Institution: University of Iowa Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: Inclusion, Success and Access Board Position: Professional Development Chair Committee Chair

Name: Josh D’Amico Name: Gail McMahon Institution: Mount Mercy College Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Board Position: Executive Assistant Board Position: Government Relations Chair CHANGESClarke University OFAIB College SCENERY of Business Julie Cirks, admissions operations manager from Clarke University, Stacy Henningsen from AIB College of Business was promoted to and her husband Grant welcomed Cole Thomas Cirks on Tuesday, Director of Transfer Admissions. April 18, 2014. Cole is also welcomed by big sister Isabelle (age 2). Kim Lange, Admissions Coordinator, and her husband welcomed their son Carson Robert Lange on April 14th. Treynor High School Steve Irvin, middle school and high school counselor, at Treynor HS will be leaving to work for the Iowa College Access Network Central College based out of Iowa Western in Council Bluffs. Tami Ford, Susie Schwennen and Fred Schlingemann have joined the Central Admissions Staff.

UNI This January, the Office of Admissions, at the University of The University of Iowa Northern Iowa welcomed Lisa Feldhaus as a Program Assistant. Annabelle Vinson, Senior Admission Counselor, and her husband Brian welcomed a beautiful baby girl Emi. She was born on May On January 22, Admissions Systems Coordinator, Tom Reburn and 10, just in time to celebrate Mother’s Day. his wife, Lindi, welcomed their fourth child, Paxton. Brianne Schwarz, a recent Graduate from the University of Iowa On May 7, Assistant Director of Admissions, Jenny Connolly and Masters in Higher Education & Student Affairs program, will be her husband, Scott, welcomed their third child, Parker. our new Coordinator, Recruitment Programs.

On May 29, Admissions Counselor, Trina Landmesser and her husband, Nick, welcomed their second child, Nora. Grinnell College Rebecca Patch has joined the office as a new Admission Counselor.

Tim Butterfield and Rachel Whitfield have been promoted to Assistant Directors of Admission. Iowa Lakes Community College Wartburg College Johnathan Jordan, Admission Counselor, was married on June 7 Linda Smith, Visit Coordinator, is retiring June 30th after 23 years in Saginaw, MI. His wife Amber will be teaching in the Estherville of service to the Wartburg Admissions office. school system next year. Paige Klostermann, Admission Counselor, is leaving Wartburg to pursue a graduate degree in Sports Administration at UConn. Coe College Coe College is pleased to announce that Jamarco Clark and Wartburg Welcomes Dawn Sundberg, ’01 as the new Coordinator Maddison Woodruff have joined the office as Admission of Visitor Relations & Special Events.

Counselors. Wartburg Welcomes Admission Counselor, Drew Flesch, ’12 who Holly Fourtner has been promoted to Director of First-Year was previously employed at Mudd Advertising and Enterprise. Recruitment and Jay Caughren has been promoted to Senior Drew will cover Missouri, Kansas, South Dakota, North Dakota. Admission Counselor.

Upper Iowa University Ashworth University Julie Fopma has taken a position with Upper Iowa University as Stacy Borgeson, our campus visitor coordinator, just had a healthy the Center Director for the Quad Cities campus. baby boy named Cole on May 25th.

Holly Hull, Associate Director of Campus Admissions, had a baby Change of Scenery Announcements on Dec. 25th–her name is Lainey.

Mary Bimm has been promoted to Campus Admissions Manager. What’s new in your world? A promotion? New staff? A new addition to the family? Let us know. Emily Ramsey and Kelsey Munck have been hired as Admissions Specialists. Please email Change of Scenery announcements to Stacy Henningsen at [email protected].

Maharishi University of Management Pedro Ugalde joined the Admissions team Thank you! Member Spotlight

On May 16th, the Office of Admissions at the University of Northern Iowa marked the retirement of the Director of Admission, Christie Kangas. Christie first entered the field of admissions in 1986 as UNI’s transfer admissions counselor. Shortly thereafter she became UNI’s first ever Assistant Director of Admissions/Transfer Relations. The 80’s and 90’s were a time when a lot work needed to be accomplished – and WAS accomplished - in the area of transfer recruitment, transfer admissions, and articulation agreements. Christie worked tirelessly for the transfer student population, and helped our University understand and believe in the importance of transfer students. She was their advocate.

After spending some years out of the state of Iowa – as the director of admission at the University of Southern Colorado and the director of admissions at Texas State University, Christie came back to UNI in 2008. At that time Christie was UNI’s first female director of admissions and the first female admissions director at any of the Iowa Regent Universities. Not only will Christie be missed at the University of Northern Iowa, but across the profession. Her colleagues at Iowa State University said, “Christie has been an outstanding representative not only for the University of Northern Iowa, but also for the Regent universities. Her integrity and dedication to helping young Iowans continue their education beyond high school has reflected well on all of us. We will miss Christie’s leadership and her thoughtful and dependable contributions to all those initiatives on which we work together. We wish Christie the very best!”