Learning Opportunities
Windows on Waterloo
Windows on Waterloo is a monthly webinar series designed to bring the community together to learn about important issues affecting our city. It’s a place to spark conversations, share ideas, and explore solutions to create a brighter future for Waterloo. These presentations are free and open to the public.
Upcoming Presentations
Cancer Trends in Black Hawk County
August 6 at 11 a.m.
Join us for a data-informed look at cancer in Black Hawk County. Black Hawk County Public Health will share local cancer trends and how factors like housing, transportation, and economic stability impact access to prevention and treatment. We will also learn from those who are working to break down these barriers in the community.
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Past Presentations
Responding to Food Benefit Changes in Iowa
Barb Prather, Executive Director of the Northeast Iowa Food Bank shared how shifts in SNAP benefits through the Big, Beautiful Bill will impact local families and the nonprofit network that supports them. She also shared how NEIFB is scaling up its efforts through a new capacity campaign to meet growing community needs.
Streets to Skies
From an upgraded streetscape to local rides and regional flights, Waterloo’s transportation network is expanding! Learn about Cedar Valley Gearheads programs, upgraded services from the Waterloo Regional Airport, and the streetscape reconstruction of La Porte Road.
Immigration
Against the backdrop of national immigration discussions, this session focused on its local relevance in Waterloo. Yer Vang from Catholic Charities provided updates on policy changes and highlighted their legal support services for immigrant neighbors in our community.
Mayor Hart
Mayor Quentin Hart joined us to share updates on what is happening around the city, progress toward the 2030 Vision, and celebrate wins happening across Waterloo!
Mental Health Services
Mental health is a growing concern across the country, and our community is no exception. Learn more about mental health trends and services in Waterloo, along with the state of Iowa’s behavioral health realignment from Elevate Behavioral Health Services.
Waterloo Career Center
The Waterloo Career Center is a unique feature in our community that gives students hands-on Career Technical Education that prepares them for the future. Amy Miehe shares more about the programs offered and future opportunities she is looking forward to.
Success Street and Together for Youth
Joni Spencer and Brooke Olson joined us to share more about the school-based programs they offer through Success Street and Together for Youth. We discussed youth mental health, sexual health education, and more topics affecting young people today!
You can view even more Windows on Waterloo presentations online!
Upcoming Events
August
6
2025
Windows on Waterloo – Cancer Trends in Black Hawk County
Wednesday, August 6, 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a data-informed look at cancer in Black Hawk County. Black Hawk County Public Health will share local cancer trends and how factors like housing, transportation, and economic stability impact access to prevention and treatment. We will also learn from those who are working to break down these barriers in the community.
(Online, Zoom)
