E-News - June 2025

Inaugural Athletic Day of Giving 2025

We’re kicking off the fall season with a powerful new tradition: the inaugural Kohawk Athletic Day of Giving. On Thursday, August 14, alumni, fans, families and friends will rally together to celebrate and support the 26 varsity sports that represent the spirit and strength of Coe College.

Timed to coincide with the start of the 2025–26 athletic season and fall move-in, this special day invites you to give back, gear up and get loud for Kohawk Nation.

You can choose to support Kohawk athletics overall or designate your gift to the specific athletic team that means the most to you. Watch your emails and social media for more information coming soon!

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All that Jazz: Photographs by Carl Van Vechten and George Henry 

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art has opened a new exhibit: All that Jazz: Photographs by Carl Van Vechten and George T. Henry — and we’re especially excited because it features the iconic work of George T. Henry '49, Coe College’s longtime visual historian.

For decades, George captured the heart and soul of Coe: the people, the moments, the traditions and the spirit that make our community so special. This exhibit is a chance to celebrate his incredible eye and his artistic legacy. The exhibit is open now through August 31, during the museum’s normal hours: 

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursdays: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM (free admission from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Saturdays: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sundays: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Starting July 1 through August 31, you can enjoy free entry to the museum during their normal hours. We hope you’re able to visit the exhibit this summer to honor George’s remarkable work and the powerful stories his photos tell. Read more about George’s legacy at Coe here.

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Chapters of Change: Stories you helped write

Because of you, this year has been one of momentum, opportunity and meaningful success for Coe students. Thank you for your generosity — your support has made a true and lasting impact.

As we close out the academic and fiscal year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the stories you’ve helped write. Enjoy a short series of stories over email that highlight the journeys of three incredible Kohawks:

• Kanyon, a first-year student preparing for medical school
• Max, a rising senior and Esports team captain with dreams of game design

• Ashari, a recent graduate pursuing a career in counseling and psychology

Each of these students has a unique story, and each one has been shaped by the support of donors like you. Their success is your legacy. Read their stories at the bottom of this page.

If you feel inspired to support their continued journeys — or help another student like them — there’s still time to make an additional gift before June 30. But most of all, we hope you feel proud of what you’ve helped make possible this year! Read more about how your gift makes a lasting impact at Coe here.

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Upcoming events - Mark your calendars!

Coe Night at the Kernels - June 28

June 28 is Coe Night at the Kernels and we want you to join us!

Get together with fellow Kohawks for a fun night of baseball and conversation at the McGrath Auto Party Plaza. Tickets are $25/person (children under 5 are free) and include unlimited food and beverages. Food and beverages include: hamburgers/cheeseburgers, hot dogs, brats, popcorn, peanuts, ice cream sandwiches, soda, bottled water and beer. Fireworks follow the final pitch, so plan to stick around!

Gates open: 5:30 PM
Food and beverages start: 6:00 PM
First pitch: 6:35 PM

For more information and to register, visit Coe Night at the Kernels 2025.

Golf Outing & Fundraiser - July 17

We're teeing up the next generation of Kohawks with Coe’s 43rd Annual Golf Outing & Fundraiser on July 17. This event proudly supports Coe’s 26 men’s and women’s varsity sports competing in the American Rivers Conference. Now in its 43rd year, this annual event has made a lasting impact on Coe Athletics — thanks to the generosity of our incredible community of golfers, sponsors, alumni, family and friends. Your support helps provide essential resources for student-athletes, including updated equipment, uniforms and travel opportunities.

More than just a fundraiser, this event is a celebration of all things Kohawk. It’s a day filled with camaraderie, connection and support for the next generation of Coe athletes. Whether you're joining us on the course or as a sponsor, your participation helps Coe athletes soar. For more information and to register, visit Coe College 43rd Annual Golf Outing & Fundraiser.

RAGBRAI - July 24

The Register’s Annual Great Bike Race Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) is just around the corner and Coe College will be on the route! If you’re riding on July 24, be sure to look for Coe in the mid-day town of Parkersburg for a pit stop. All Coe alumni, family and friends are invited to our tent for water, snacks and a chance to rest with Kohawks! Best of luck to everyone riding and we hope to see you on the route. Let us know if you plan to stop by and say hi here: RAGBRAI Pit Stop 2025.

Coe College Black Alumni Association Reunion - August 29-30

There’s still time to register for the Coe College Black Alumni Association’s “Weekend in the Windy City” Reunion in August. Alumni are invited to reconnect and reminisce in Chicago, Illinois August 29-30. If you have any questions or to RSVP, please email LaVerne Jackson '76 at tagjack3@comcast.net.

Homecoming - October 2-4

Make plans to return to Coe’s campus for the 2025 Homecoming Weekend October 2-4, 2025. Highlights of the weekend will include the Class of 1975's 50th Reunion, the Class of 2000's 25th Reunion, the Homecoming Football Game on October 4 and so much more! Registration opens in July, but until then, you can find more information by visiting our Coe College Homecoming 2025 page.

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Fireside Chats with industry experts

Gaining experience and insight is part of a valuable college education, and Coe College brings industry experts and leaders right to campus for enlightening fireside chats. Kohawks get a first-hand look at what it takes to be successful, what skills and traits are valued in the workplace and how to maximize their Coe education to be the best job candidate possible. If you're interested in learning more about Fireside Chats or getting involved, please contact Barb Tupper '89 at btupper@coe.edu.

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Visual & Performing Arts at Coe

At Coe College, creative minds thrive in our art, music and theatre programs. New art major concentrations include multimedia graphic design, media production and non-profit arts & creative leadership. Actors, musicians, writers, artists and graphic designers all come to Coe to grow their creative skills at a high level with one-on-one instruction, local performance venues, galleries and more! We value creativity at Coe and look forward to seeing more Kohawks thrive in these areas.

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