Iowa Central Community College Announces Hall of Fame Inductees for 2025

Emily Denholm, Public Information Office
8/11/2025

Iowa Central Community College is proud to announce the 2025 Hall of Fame inductees, celebrating the contributions and achievements of remarkable individuals with strong ties to the Fort Dodge community. The induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 1, on the Iowa Central campus.

“Our annual Hall of Fame event is an important reminder each year of the role and impact Iowa Central has,” says Dr. Jesse Ulrich, President of Iowa Central Community College. “Each year, our honorees share their unique story and inspire others. It is humbling to learn how Iowa Central played a pivotal role in their life, which is a testament to Iowa Central’s long-standing commitment to providing students with a quality education and college experience,” shares Dr. Ulrich.

This year’s honorees include:

• Dr. Terry and Pam Hopper, Fort Dodge, Triton Humanitarian Award
• Judge Brown, Fort Dodge, Distinguished Faculty and Staff Award
• James Roetman, Pocahontas, Distinguished Alumni Award 
• Dr. Thomas Williams, Scottsdale, AZ, Distinguished Alumni Award 
• Dr. Daniel Zinnel, Des Moines, Distinguished Alumni Award
• Neale Adams, Fort Dodge, Triton Athletic Award
• Jessica Gunderson, Fort Dodge, Triton Athletic Award
• Dr. Hamilton Wells, Wilmington, North Carolina, Triton Athletic Award
• 2015 Women’s Soccer, Triton Athletic Team Award

The evening will kick off at 4 p.m. with a social hour, followed by a dinner and the formal induction ceremony starting at 5 p.m. Attendees can also participate in a silent auction featuring a variety of items to support Iowa Central programs.

Tickets for this special event are priced at $30 and can be purchased online, at the Foundation Office, the Iowa Central Bookstore, or by calling 515-574-1137. All tickets must be purchased in advance. 

The Triton Hall of Fame was established in 2010 to recognize faculty, staff, alumni, athletes, teams and benefactors for their contributions to Iowa Central’s longstanding reputation of being a catalyst for thousands of students who go on to achieve great things. More than 100 notable teams and individuals have been inducted into the Triton Hall of Fame since its inception.

Join us in honoring these outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to Iowa Central Community College and the broader Fort Dodge community. We look forward to celebrating their achievements and the impact they have made in their respective fields.