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Consistent with the philosophy held by the College in accordance with the charge given it by the State of Iowa as an institution of higher education and in concert with other agencies:

Kirkwood Community College ensures access to quality education, training, and lifelong learning with clear educational pathways that provide opportunities and support for all students to succeed.

To accomplish this mission we are committed to creating an environment in which we constantly strive for improvement.

The purpose of any strategic planning process is to evaluate the organization and provide direction for its future.

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As chair of the Kirkwood Board of Trustees, I’m honored to work with a team that genuinely values Kirkwood Community College and the community it serves. Our board members bring a range of perspectives and life experiences, all aimed at making decisions that uphold Kirkwood’s mission with integrity and a forward-thinking approach.

Our main responsibilities include establishing Kirkwood’s policies and overseeing the college’s strategic progress and financial health. With an average tenure of over 10 years, our board members bring seasoned insights and a deep commitment to their roles.

I invite you to get involved by attending future board meetings or reviewing our meeting summaries to stay up-to-date on the college’s initiatives.

Sincerely,
Tracy Pearson, Board Chair

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Tracy Pearson, Board Chair

Elected: 2014
District 2
District Info:

All of the area within the community college in Bennett CSD, North Cedar CSD, Tipton CSD, and West Branch CSD. All of the area within Iowa City CSD that lies within Coralville Precincts: 01, 02/09, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08; Iowa City Precinct 07; Johnson County Precincts: MD, NP, PN/CV ANX; and North Liberty Precincts: 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 07/MD85, 08.

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Alan Jensen, Vice Chair

Elected: 2015
District 5
District Info:

All of the area within the community college in Clear Creek Amana CSD, English Valleys CSD, H-L-V CSD, Montezuma CSD, Tri-County CSD, and Williamsburg CSD. All of the area within College CSD that lies within Benton County; Cedar Rapids Precincts: 37, 40, 42, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51; City of Fairfax; Fairfax Township Precinct in Linn County; and Johnson County.

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Dr. Keith Stamp

Elected: 2008
District 1
District Info:

All of the area within the community college in Alburnett CSD, Anamosa CSD, Central City, East Buchanan CSD, Lisbon CSD, Midland CSD, Monticello CSD, Mount Vernon CSD, North Linn CSD, Olin Consolidated, Solon CSD, and Springville CSD. All of the area within College CSD that lies within Cedar Rapids Precinct 38 and Putnam Township Precinct in Linn County.

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Peggy Doerge

Appointed: 2023
District 3
District Info:

All of the area within Iowa City CSD that lies within Iowa City Precincts: 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 08, 09, 11, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22/ELN, 23, 25, 26; and Johnson County Precinct UH.

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Lorraine Williams

Elected: 2015
District 4
District Info:

All of the area within the community college in Fairfield CSD, Highland CSD, Keota CSD, Lone Tree CSD, Mid- Prairie CSD, Waco CSD, and Washington CSD. All of the area within Iowa City CSD that lies within Iowa City Precincts: 06, 10/ELSW, 12, 14, 15/ELSE, 16/SC90, 24, 27; Johnson County Precincts: FR/LN/LT, HS/LB/PV, SC/WB/IC ANX, SN, UN, WL; and Tiffin Precinct 1/CC.

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Joel Thys

Elected: 2013
District 6
District Info:

All of the area within the community college in Belle Plaine CSD, Benton CSD, Iowa Valley CSD, Union CSD, and Vinton-Shellsburg CSD. All of the area within Cedar Rapids CSD that lies within Cedar Rapids Precincts: 29, 30, 31, 32, 39, 40, 41, 42, 44, 45, 46, 48; and Clinton Township Precinct in Linn County.

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Doug Bannon

Appointed: 2024
District 7
District Info:

All of the area within Linn-Mar CSD and Marion CSD.

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Steve Caves

Elected: 2021
District 8
District Info:

All of the area within Cedar Rapids CSD that lies within Cedar Rapids Precincts: 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 43, 51; and Linn County Precincts: Bertram Township, Marion Township 02, and Putnam Township.

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Leslie A. Wright

Elected: 2021
District 9
District Info:

All of the area within Center Point-Urbana CSD. All of the area within Cedar Rapids CSD that lies within Cedar Rapids Precincts: 01, 02, 03, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16; City of Hiawatha Precincts 01, 02, 03; City of Marion Precinct 15; City of Robins and Linn County Precincts: Fayette Township, Monroe Township 01, Monroe Township 02, and Washington Township.

Correspondence can be directed to board.secretary@kirkwood.edu.

Questions?

Send your Board Policy questions to:

Peg Sprengeler
Board Secretary
319-398-5500