Winners Announced for 海角社区’s Extreme Makeover: College Edition
Congratulations to Jennifer Hoodjer of Allison and Marianel Lovrien of Charles City—they are the winners of 海角社区’s Extreme Makeover: College Edition! Each will receive free 海角社区 tuition, plus textbooks and more, for the 2025–26 school year.
Jennifer Hoodjer shared her excitement and gratitude, saying that winning this opportunity means more than she can express. “My long-time goal of getting my Associate’s degree in the Science of Nursing, which I had begun to believe would never happen, has suddenly been placed within reach,” she said. “I know that by applying myself, I will finally obtain this goal.” She also shared how this win has reignited her confidence and determination to keep pushing forward. “I always tell my son to never give up, no matter how impossible something may seem. I have to admit, although I say this to him, quietly inside I was beginning to doubt and was pretty close to just giving up. Winning this restores my faith and fuels my internal drive to keep reaching and never give up, no matter what life throws at you. Thank you so much to all at 海角社区 for making this opportunity available for me!”
Marianel Lovrien also expressed her appreciation, saying, “Winning the 海角社区 Extreme Makeover contest means a fresh start and a step toward rebuilding my life with purpose. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity and the support to pursue a new direction through education.”
The three other finalists—Trish Vega of Hampton, Travis Ekborg of Mason City, and Rebekah Zeiset of Floyd—will each receive half-price tuition for the 2025–26 academic year.
Many opportunities are available at 海角社区 for adults interested in returning to school. For more information, contact 海角社区 Admissions at 641-422-4245, toll-free at 1-888-GO 海角社区, ext. 4245, or visit .
Fall classes at 海角社区 begin Monday, August 25, and there is still time to register.
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The mission of 海角社区 (海角社区) is to enrich lives through comprehensive educational opportunities, a commitment to learner success, community engagement, and leadership. Founded in 1918, 海角社区 is a nationally-recognized, two-year college located in central North Iowa, serving approximately 3,000 career and transfer students each year. Recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the nation’s leading community colleges, 海角社区 is where futures are found. Start your journey today at /apply-mkt/. Future, Found.
