ICAN Events
Learn. Explore. Plan for Your Future.
Whether you're a student, parent, school counselor, educator, or community partner, ICAN offers events throughout the year to support every stage of the career, college, and financial aid planning process. From college and career fairs to FAFSA completion events, professional development, and webinars, our events provide practical information, expert guidance, and opportunities to connect with resources that help students succeed.
Browse the calendar below to see upcoming events, or explore featured event categories to find the programs that best meet your needs.
📅 Events Calendar
View all upcoming ICAN events in one place. Search by date, audience, or event type to find opportunities near you or online.
💻 Wednesday Webinars
Join live webinars featuring career planning, college planning, financial aid, advising strategies, and professional development topics. Can't attend live? Many webinars are recorded and available on demand.
🎓 FAFSA Completion Events
Get free assistance completing the FAFSA during events hosted across Iowa. Find an event near you and receive one-on-one support from trained advisors.
🎓 College and Career Fairs
Explore opportunities for your post high school life at ICAN's College and Career Fairs.
Golden Circle College Fair (Des Moines) →
Future Ready Career and College Fair (Cedar Rapids) →
Upcoming Events
You can scroll through our upcoming events or click View Event Calendar below to view in a calendar format.
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NOTE: Some exhibits and daytime presentations may not be open to the public and dates and times are subject to change. Please contact ICAN or your school counselor for more information.
January 2027
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Virtual Event
Location: Online
Ideal for all students and parents An activities resume is a great way to highlight your achievements, leadership, and involvement for college, scholarships, and job applications. In this session, you’ll learn what to include, how to organize your information, and how to use your resume to strengthen applications and recommendation... Read More
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Freshman Transitions: Welcome to High School
Location: Springville Secondary School
Starting high school is an exciting new chapter—one that sets the stage for future opportunities. The decisions you make in your freshman year, from course selection to extracurricular involvement, play a key role in shaping your path after graduation. This session helps students and families navigate the transition, make informed... Read More
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FAFSA Ready Iowa - FAFSA Completion Event
Location: Western Dubuque High School
This event is only open to Western Dubuque families. Contact the school counselor to schedule during this event. Receive free assistance with the completion of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from a trained professional. For the most success at this event, it is important to bring the... Read More
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Virtual Event
Location: ONline
Ideal for high school seniors and parents Learn how to make college or career training more affordable with Iowa’s state financial aid programs. A representative from the Iowa Department of Education’s Bureau of College Aid will explain available grants, scholarships, and programs like the Iowa Tuition Grant and Kibbie Grant,... Read More
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Career and College Planning
How to Pay for College
Location: Martensdale-St Marys Jr/Sr High School
 With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session guides students and parents through the planning process, helping them explore career pathways, education and training opportunities, and the financial aid process. Learn how to make informed decisions about your future, from career... Read More
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How to Pay for College
Location: North Fayette Valley High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
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Freshman Transitions: Welcome to High School
Location: Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High School
Starting high school is an exciting new chapter—one that sets the stage for future opportunities. The decisions you make in your freshman year, from course selection to extracurricular involvement, play a key role in shaping your path after graduation. This session helps students and families navigate the transition, make informed... Read More
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How to Pay for College
Location: Lake Mills Middle/High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
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Virtual Event
Location: ONline
For high school seniors and parents Join ICAN for this interactive session. ICAN advisors will walk through how to complete the FAFSA form step-by-step, and answer questions along the way. From student dependency status to which parent is reported on the FAFSA, we'll cover all the tricky questions about income... Read More
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Career and College Planning
Location: Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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How to Pay for College
Location: Cedar Falls High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
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Career and College Planning
Location: Alburnett High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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Career and College Planning
Location: Southeast Polk High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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How to Pay for College
Location: Southeast Polk High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
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Career and College Planning
How to Pay for College
Location: Eagle Grove High School
 With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session guides students and parents through the planning process, helping them explore career pathways, education and training opportunities, and the financial aid process. Learn how to make informed decisions about your future, from career... Read More
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Virtual Event
Location: ONline
For middle school and high school students and parents Make the most of your four years in high school with academic planning. Understanding how the classes you take can help shape your future is an important part of academic planning. Go beyond basic high school graduation requirements and make your... Read More
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Career and College Planning
Location: Norwalk Senior High School
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and... Read More
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How to Pay for College
Location: Norwalk Senior High School
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create... Read More
