13 May 2026

Monmouth College's Engineering Partnership with Jupiter is Next Associates Topic on May 21

By Barry McNamara

Engineering majors Gianna Maughan and Adrian Outlaw demonstrate how one of the tools that Jupiter has provided the college can be used

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (May 13, 2026) — A recent cover story in Monmouth College Magazine proclaimed that "Engineering Is Having a Moment" on campus.

13 May 2026

St Ambrose University Welcomes Graduates and Families to 2026 Spring Commencement

By Brian Boesen

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 11, 2026) — St Ambrose University will celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026 during Spring Commencement ceremonies on May 16, 11:30AM. The ceremony will be held at Vibrant Arena at the MARK (1201 River Dr, Moline, Illinois, 61265). Sister Jane Wakahiu LSOSF PhD will be the keynote speaker.

13 May 2026

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Announces Spring 2026 President's List

By Siobhan Lopez

MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE (May 13, 2026) — It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2026 President's List. The spring terms run from January to May.

13 May 2026

Ken Anderson ('71) to Speak at Augustana College's 166th Commencement

By Joushua Blount

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 13, 2026) — National Football League MVP Ken Anderson (’71) will present the commencement address at Augustana College’s 166th Commencement Convocation at 2PM, Saturday, May 23.

12 May 2026

Free Summer Meals in Bettendorf for Kids

By Celeste Miller

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 12, 2026) — The Bettendorf Community School District is collaborating with the Bettendorf Parks & Recreation Department in providing FREE summer meals to kids — Monday through Friday, June 8 — July 31.

The meals are funded through the USDA Summer Nutrition Programs (SUN Programs) to provide free meals and snacks to children, regardless of income, when school is out.

Breakfast and Lunch:

Mark Twain Elementary

12 May 2026

The University of Dubuque Announces Adventurous Live at Heritage Center 2026-2027 SchoolBus Performance Series

By Stacey Ortman

DUBUQUE, IOWA (May 12, 2026) — Adventures in science, fairytales, oceans, and space await young audiences at the University of Dubuque’s Live at Heritage Center 2026-2027 SchoolBus Performance Series.

12 May 2026

Monmouth College Pipe Band Gets Boost Thanks to Six-Figure Gift From Trustee Gus Hart ('68)

By Barry McNamara

Be it a parade, or a home football game, or the matriculation and Commencement ceremonies that bookend the academic year, the appearance of the Pipe Band lets the audience know it's an authentic Monmouth College event

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (May 12, 2026) — A longtime Monmouth College trustee with a heart for the bagpipes has made a significant gift to his alma mater.

12 May 2026

Andrew Jones of Moline, Illinois, Inducted into Central College's National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Chapter

By Jeanette Budding

Front Row (left to right): Elaina Wadzinski, Cameron Halbur, Delaney Hefke, Miranda Rieken, Starr Bradley, Kendall Medinger, Kyra Cordes, Alison Egger, and Elizabeth Daleske. Back Row (left to right): Logan McDole, Maison Brandt, Madison DeBruin, George Monreal, Liam Mistlebauer, Sylvia Masumura, and Emilie Bates

12 May 2026

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Announces Spring 2026 Dean's List

By Siobhan Lopez

MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE (May 12, 2026) — It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2026 Dean's List. The spring terms run from January to May.

12 May 2026

David Kietzman Selected as Bettendorf Middle School Associate Principal

By Celeste Miller

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 12, 2026) — We are pleased to announce that Dave Kietzman has been selected as the interim Associate Principal at Bettendorf Middle School, beginning in July 2026, pending Board approval.

Kietzman currently serves as Dean of Students at Bettendorf Middle School, where he has led efforts focused on student support, school climate, safety protocols, and behavioral interventions since 2023.

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