A Message from President Denson
|
|
To the DMACC students, faculty, staff, and all Iowa communities, especially our communities of color.
Our hearts are heavy. What began as a tragedy must be addressed and should not result in even more injury and damage.
We are here if you need a place to address your anger, sadness, trauma, and grief. DMACC Counselors can help provide direct assistance to our students as well as make community referrals to best address your concerns. To connect with a Counselor, visit our website:
https://www.dmacc.edu/counseling/Pages/counselingstaff.aspx
DMACC employees who are finding it difficult to cope with recent events can visit the Employee Assistance Program website:
We see you. We care about you. We stand with you to address the cause of this tragedy.
Rob Denson, DMACC President
|
|
The staff of Des Moines Area Community College have put together an inspirational video for students facing the obstacles of COVID-19.
Click the image below to view!
|
|
 |
|
|
|
The
BOSS Scholars Program
at DMACC is a minority male initiative. The program is intended to provide additional resource and support system for students who typically face many additional obstacles to aid them in their journey to success and graduation.
Contact
kwzanders@dmacc.edu
for more info.
|
|
|
|
Congratualations Graduates!
|
|
Congrats to all the graduates of Des Moines Area Community College, class of 2020!
Click below to learn more about this years graduation class! Tour the grand mosaic!
|
|
DMACC Campuses & Coronavirus Update!
|
|
DMACC has updated information about campuses reopening and resources available.
Click below to learn more!
|
|
|
|
DMACC Adds 30 New or Modified Diplomas, Certificates, AA & AAS Degrees for Fall Term
- DMACC Curriculum Commission adds 30 new or modified programs, certificates and transfer degrees.
- All curriculum additions start when Fall 2020 classes begin on August 26. Good opportunity for unemployed Iowans to start a new career path.
- Curriculum additions will benefit those seeking careers in Baking and Pastry Arts, Automotive Technology, Criminal Justice, Water Treatment Technology, Python Software Applications, Theatre and more.
Join us for the NEW Multicultural Social Hour!
Sign up today!
Join us on Zoom as we discuss information on resources, important dates, events, and more!
African-American Families
June 2nd @ 5:30 - 6:30pm
Asian and Pacific Islander Families
June 3rd @ 5:30 - 6:30pm
|
|
Des Moines Area Community College Boone Campus - Go Bears!
|
Many Boone Campus students go on to earn a Bachelor's degree, but there are several great two-year programs as well, including
Civil Engineering Technology, Nursing, and Accounting.
Thanks to a partnership with UNI, students can earn a BA degree in Elementary Education without ever leaving the Boone Campus.
|
|
|
|
|
DMACC's intercollegiate
athletic programs
are located on the Boone Campus. The Bears compete in men's basketball, baseball, and golf; women compete in basketball, volleyball, cross country, golf, and softball.
|
|
The Civil Engineering Program
DMACC's Civil Engineering program located at the Boone Campus specializes in educating future engineering technicians to help design, construct, and maintain our civil engineering infrastructure: bridges, roads, dams, culverts, airports and more.
|
|
|
|
There has always been a need to expand and maintain America’s infrastructure. Ever-increasing traffic and the demands of the traveling public mean there’s a constant need for new roads, highways, bridges, etc.
|
|
The Civil Engineering Technician, working as the eyes and ears for the engineer, ensures that these infrastructure projects get designed and built to last.
Surveying, inspecting, designing, and constructing are all important aspects of an infrastructure project, and each one is taught in DMACC’s CET program.
For more information, click below:
|
|
|
Student Highlight: Karima Koko
|
|
"My name is Karima Koko, I am from Sudan. Life was tough in Sudan, there was a civil war in my country. There were no jobs, education was for those that could pay for it, and the healthcare was very poor. We moved to Egypt and hoped for a better life. Egypt was not a safe place to raise a big family like ours. My parents decided to come to the United States to give my siblings and me opportunities for the future and to ensure we received a good education. Once we decided to leave Egypt, it took us nine years to immigrate to the United States.
Once we had settled in Florida, I started tenth grade. Now I had to face the big problems of not knowing English, but I decided that I was not going to let my lack of English keep me from my goals of graduating high school and going on to college. I was determined to learn English and work hard to get good grades. My parents not being able to go to school is what motivates me to continue in my education.
After been in Florida for a while, my family moved to Iowa. I am now a freshman in DMACC Boone and I'm looking forward to graduating next spring. My goal is to become a social worker. I want to help people with needs and fight for those who need help and support. I also believe I would be able to advocate for those that cannot speak and be understood for themselves. I remember how difficult it was to lack English skills and want to assist those in similar situations. Studying social work in college will be the first step to reaching my goals of helping others."
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
