Dean of Ag & Hospitality at @KirkwoodCC. @KirkwoodCC/@IowaStateU/@OKState Alum. Doctoral Candidate @NorthernIowa. Global Competence & Postsecondary Ed.
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What a game! Always fun when Iowa State and Oklahoma State meet up, especially when they understand the assignment with the Halloween uniform matchup. My annual tradition of mixing Cardinal and Orange. #CycloneNation #GoPokes
While I am not a resident of West Liberty I love this message in the downtown area. We need more of this in our lives. #YouBelong
At Kirkwood, we want every student, faculty member, and staff member to have a global experience. Hosting students and farmers from Brazil over the past 10 days helped bring that vision to life through agriculture, learning, and meaningful connections.
Did you know Kirkwood has its own golf green that serves as a hands-on learning lab? This week, Horticulture Sciences students gained real-world experience learning how to aerate the green, putting classroom knowledge into practice through experiential learning.
Had no idea an interview was in my future when we walked up to Media Day in mid-August. Fun, impromptu interview.
Tying the community of West Branch to Bear Football. The BearCast's Jason Miller chats with Brad Kinsinger about his family's journey to West Branch and connection to the football program youtube.com/watch?v=mI9NMNN5…
Today we hosted a group representing 16 countries from around the globe for conversations about agriculture and the role of community colleges. Appreciate the thoughtful questions, great conversations, and opportunity to connect with colleagues from around the world!
I am always reflecting on how we better support learners. Here are some ways that instituions are supporting student parents. #communitycollege #postsecondaryeducation insidehighered.com/news/stud…
I had the privilege of hosting Eric from Southern Union State Community College, where he serves as Dean of Technical Education & Workforce Development. We had the opportunity to tour our facilities and exchange ideas on Career and Technical Education. Thanks for making the trip!
Another quick stint with the best seat in the house for @BearsBaseballWB. Safe return travels to Chad and Amanda who will be back at it soon!
Great to attend the Iowa Association of Agricultural Educators Conference! It was wonderful connecting with colleagues from across the state, celebrating @RhondaClough1’s retirement, and recognizing @SchmidtAg on her well deserved Teacher Mentor award. Congratulations to both!
It was an honor to welcome President Cook and his wife, Katie, to campus for a tour of Ag Sciences before joining us at Kirkwood’s Presidential Reception. It was wonderful to showcase our programs and celebrate the partnerships between Cyclones and Eagles. Thank you for visiting!
Happy Anniversary, Jill! Twenty years, countless memories, and endless gratitude for this journey together. Love you!!!
Something to keep an eye on in the coming days and the impacts it may bring to coummunity colleges. House releases FY27 funding bill - ccdaily.com/2026/06/house-re…
Had a blast with Raul and Miguel from UTXJ in Mexico. Look forward to future collaboration! #InternationalEducation #Global #CommunityCollege
Found @ChrisMWilliams “Fanatic” at the @isubookstore this afternoon while on campus for our son’s college visit. Jill just took the book from me and said, “This is your grad gift. Get your dissertation done.” Talk about motivation!
Iowa’s community college baccalaureate proposal did not pass this legislative session, but the conversation continues. Insightful piece worth a read. #communitycollege #postsecondaryeducation insidehighered.com/news/inst…
Proud to see Kirkwood students representing tonight at the 38th Celebration of Ag! Attendees gained valuable insights from keynote speaker Craig Culver and Iowa Secretary of Agriculture @MikeNaigIA, along with other leaders shaping the future of agriculture.
Excited for our Parks and Natural Resources students and faculty to be back in Costa Rica this April!
Kirkwood students are studying biodiversity & conservation in Costa Rica through hands-on field research, reforestation, & wildlife monitoring.
This immersive study abroad experience connects global environmental issues to real-world impact.
Learn more: kirkwood.edu/studyabroad
ALT A group of Kirkwood students and instructors pose for a photo beneath palm trees on a tropical beach in Costa Rica, with the ocean visible in the background.
ALT Kirkwood students and instructors wearing life jackets ride in a covered boat through a coastal waterway during a field excursion in Costa Rica.