Council Bluffs, Iowa – Iowa Western Community College is proud to announce the grand opening of the new John and Harriet Wiebe Football and Soccer Complex, a state-of-the-art facility that stands as a testament to the generosity and vision of John and Harriet Wiebe. The grand opening will take place on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. on the Council Bluffs campus. The celebration will include a brief program, followed by a women’s soccer game between Iowa Western and Western Wyoming Community College at 4:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
The Wiebe Complex, named in honor of the Wiebes, was made possible through the sale of over 100 acres of land generously donated by the couple in 2007. Proceeds from the land sale funded the construction of the new facility and established the John and Harriet Wiebe Scholarship Endowment for Fine Arts and Education, ensuring a legacy of academic and athletic excellence for future generations of students.
The John and Harriet Wiebe Football and Soccer Complex will serve as the practice facility for Iowa Western’s football program and will host both practices and home games for the college’s men’s and women’s soccer teams. Notably, the Iowa Western women’s soccer team has achieved national recognition, with back-to-back national championships in 2022 and 2023. Additionally, the complex will support the local community through a partnership with St. Albert Catholic Schools, providing a home field for their soccer and football programs.
Iowa Western is honored to have Roxanne Wiebe, the daughter of John and Harriet, and other members of the Wiebe family join the college for this special celebration. “My parents believed in sharing their blessings to help others, and they would be thrilled to know that their gift is making a lasting difference at Iowa Western,” said Roxanne.
Dr. Dan Kinney, President of Iowa Western, expressed his gratitude, stating, “The Wiebes’ incredible generosity has had a profound impact on our campus. This new complex will not only enhance our athletic programs but also provide opportunities for students through the John and Harriet Wiebe Scholarship Endowment.”
For more information about the grand opening, please contact Molly Noon at mnoon@iwcc.edu or 712-325-3306.
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, October 11, 2024
- Time: 3:00 p.m. – Program & Unveiling Ceremony
- Location: Iowa Western Community College, 2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
- Soccer Game: Iowa Western Women’s Soccer vs. Western Wyoming Community College (4:00 p.m.)
- Special Guests: Roxanne Wiebe and family
