February 11th marks an important day on the global calendar: the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This day stands as a reminder of the vital role women play in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Here at NewBoCo Education, we believe this day is not just for celebration, but also a moment for reflection
For Black History Month, we are excited to shine a spotlight on the incredible Black-owned businesses supported by Kiva Iowa. From international grocery stores to healing skincare products, these entrepreneurs exemplify creativity, resilience, and innovation. Supporting these businesses not only celebrates their achievements but also strengthens our communities. Let’s dive into the amazing offerings these business owners bring to the
Since 2017, NewBoCo has recognized teachers’ pivotal role in student success, espeically when it comes to computer science education. In the last eight years over 2,200 educators have participated in a NewBoCo professional development program, bringing computer science to more than 100,000 K-12 students across Iowa. The latest partnership with Code.org, NewBoCo has introduced four virtual training CS modules designed
Meet entrepreneur, Galen Saturley, part owner of Breadtopia , located in Fairfield, Iowa. Galen’s parents moved from Oregon to Fairfield, IA when he was five years old. Galen spent his entire childhood in the Fairfield community until leaving for college studying photography at the University of Iowa – after two years of college Galen was called first to the Rockies
Looking for the perfect holiday gifts while supporting small businesses? This curated gift guide highlights unique offerings from local businesses in our Kiva Iowa community
The NewBo District will be shining brighter this holiday season, thanks to the creative coding talents of NewBoCo’s Girls Who Code. In collaboration with The District: Czech Village and New Bohemia, and with the support of Collins Aerospace and BAE Systems, club members will spend 10 weeks designing, programming, and installing LED light displays for several local businesses to make
Located at 415 12th Ave SE, inside the Geonetric Building, Vault Coworking & Collaboration Space stands as one of Cedar Rapids’ long-standing hubs for innovation and entrepreneurship. Powered by NewBoCo (The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative, Inc.), Vault has been shaping the entrepreneurial landscape for 13 years, predating even NewBoCo’s own 10-year impact celebration, set to conclude with EntreFEST in June
