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The Northeast Iowa Community College Foundation has named Mark Donhowe, Foundation past-president and member, to a board position as emeritus (Mark is pictured at left with his wife, Vicki). The Foundation established a new policy regarding emeritus status within the last year. Mark served on the Foundation Board for 24 years, including a term as president. The Foundation identified Mark’s longstanding commitment to the Board and his passion for the College and its mission. The distinction on the NICC Foundation Board, although a non-voting member position, invites Mark to continue to have an active membership role.

Luther College also recently honored Mark with the Distinguished Service Award for his service to society in areas such as education, government, the arts, business, church, labor, industry, agriculture, research, medicine and community affairs.

Join us for a conversation about brain health and connection. The College will host TEDx speaker/international brain health educator, trainer and advocate David Woods Bartley for a keynote address, Sometimes What Hurts the Most Can’t Be Seen; and sometimes what helps the most is easy to do. Brain health does not look a certain way. As it stands now, its many evil incarnations are inflicting devastating harm on people in all demographics and in all parts of their lives including, home, worship, school and work. Recent suicides of the famous, the accomplished and the seemingly content points to the fact that much lies behind a forced smile, a distracting joke or a “perfect” life. This keynote address chronicles the story of David’s journey from the brink of suicide to the experience of brain health. Leveraging stories, he shares the causes of his condition, the lessons he has learned and the simple actions we can each take to bring about the most life affirming gift of all; connection.

Time: Nov 10, 2020 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Where: Zoom Link

Password: 174237

Join by phone: +1 646 876 9923 or +1 301 715 8592 US Toll

Meeting ID: 968 9835 897

Self-Care Tip of the Week:

I’m going to insert a little personal plug and bias. I came across a Runner’s World article last weekend, It’s Totally Normal to Start Crying While You’re Running. The article references a survey conducted by ASICS to address how running improves health and how COVID has impacted runners: “... 79 percent of runners said running is currently helping them feel saner and more in control during this time, and 65 percent of runners say its mental benefits outweigh any other form of physical exercise.” How about that? And other studies suggest aerobic exercise can be as effective as antidepressants in treating mild to moderate depression. Feel free to email me if you want advice about how to start a running routine!

Speaking of running … a big shout-out to Blake Moen, who tackled his first ever marathon (26.2 miles) this past week! His sister made up the route around streets and trails. Awesome work! Here’s Blake (at right) cheesin’ with his homemade medal.