Kirkwood is offering discounted rides on the 380 Express bus for students commuting between Iowa City and Cedar Rapids. A limited number of discounted passes are available for the upcoming year, so submit your application for a pass today!

Calvin Gaston
Advising Coordinator
calvin.gaston@kirkwood.edu

Calvin has worked for Kirkwood since 1994. He became an Academic Advisor in 1998. As an Advisor, he helps students in determining their educational goals, and helps navigate students toward other student services that foster success. In 1994, Calvin earned a Liberal Arts A.A. degree from Kirkwood after transferring from the University of Iowa. He then transferred back to Iowa to obtain his B.A. in Psychology which he earned in 1997. Calvin also has a Masters in Organizational Leadership from St. Ambrose University.

Becky Koch
Academic Advisor
becky.koch@kirkwood.edu

Becky earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Central College in 2014 and her Master’s in College Student Personnel Administration with a Certificate in Academic Advising from University of Central Missouri in 2017. Before her career in academic advising, Becky worked in residence life. Becky’s professional and personal interests include working with first-year students, student transitions (from high school to college, from college to the workforce), knitting/crocheting, and spending time with her family and dog.

The Kirkwood bookstores sell a current selection of textbooks, general interest books, supplies, computer software, electronics, music, DVDs, and official Kirkwood clothing and gifts.

Unsure of your major or career path?  Looking for an internship or job?  Need help with writing a résumé or building your professional network?  The Career Services office is here to assist you with all these things and more!  Book a meeting with a career coach for additional information.

Kirkwood Counseling Services is free and confidential to all enrolled Kirkwood students. Any of the Kirkwood counselors can meet with students on the Iowa City campus, through in-person appointments or virtual Zoom meetings. All of our counselors have 1 or 2 office days per week on the Iowa City campus. To schedule with one of our counselors, contact the Student Services office at (319) 887-3658.

You can pick up your official Kirkwood ID at the Iowa City Bookstore. The card gets you into the library, computer labs, the recreation center, various Kirkwood events, and more. It can also be used as a debit card for purchases both on and off-campus.

The Financial Aid office helps eligible students navigate the financial aid options that make affording college a reality. Financial aid is based on individual need. Aside from loan programs, other sources of aid include grants, scholarships, and work-study programs.

All currently enrolled Kirkwood students are invited to receive pre-packaged perishable and non-perishable grocery items from our Student Food Pantry once-a-week – at NO cost.

Kirkwood Global Learning is responsible for international student admission, international student services and advising, study abroad programming and advising, and managing several international grant programs. They serve as a crossroads for faculty, staff and students from around the world who seek educational opportunities.

The Learning Services department offers support for students with disabilities. These services are available to qualified students at no cost.

Using a team approach to assist students, staff on main campus and all county sites work with students to determine reasonable accommodations and ensure that instructors are aware of accommodation needs.

Located in Room 107, Kirkwood's Iowa City Library offers many valuable resources to students. Reference librarians can help you with your research.

You can use a computer or check out a laptop to take anywhere in the Credit Center building. There are plenty of seats to study or read, plus five study rooms for small groups. Students can also print, scan, or copy materials.

Summer Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – noon

Student Life at the Kirkwood Community College Iowa City Campus features FREE events every week of the semester!  Live music, games, guest speakers, annual celebrations, club sponsored events and more! Check out the event details on MyHub Events Iowa City.  Also, follow the Student Life Kirkwood Iowa City Facebook group for campus reminders and announcements.

There are also opportunities to join a student club or organization to enhance your college experience through meeting new people, building leadership skills, expanding your resume, and fostering learning about shared interests in a relaxed and fun environment.

Get excited! Get involved!

The Iowa City Test Center provides placement testing exams, exams for online courses, departmental exams, and various certification testing. There is no charge for testing services. A photo I.D. must be shown for all types of testing.

Tutoring services are offered free to any Kirkwood student enrolled in credit classes for which tutoring is sought. Students may receive tutoring for two different classes each semester, for up to two hours per week for each class.

Located in Room 134, the Iowa City Campus Writing Center offers free tutorial services for all students at any stage of a writing project. One of Kirkwood’s writing instructors will work with you one-on-one for 30 minutes. The Writing Center's services are unavailable during the summer.