During my time at ICON, I was provided with an immensely safe and supportive environment where I could be myself, offer new ideas, and commit to new ventures that I would never have thought to explore prior to enrollment. I would like to thank the faculty and staff for the astounding advice and guidance offered to me throughout my journey with ICON and for welcoming me with open arms.

I have greatly enjoyed getting to express my interest in the arts through ICON! I have gotten to learn different acting, singing and visual art techniques that have prepared me for college. I appreciate all of the teachers for being so supportive and pushing me to become not only a better performer, but a better human. I’m so grateful to be a part of the first graduating class of ICON, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for this school!

There are not enough words to describe what my time at ICON has meant to me. Every single teacher, faculty member and student has made such a lasting impact on me and my artistry. ICON has provided me with a space where I always felt welcomed, supported, encouraged to try new things and allowed to be myself. I am eternally grateful for the most unexpected, yet most amazing senior year I could have ever dreamed of. To just say thank you is not enough, so I will continue to show my utmost gratitude for ICON now and in my future endeavors. I will carry my knowledge and everlasting memories with me as I continue on my next journey. This has been the most cherished experience. Thank you, ICON. I love and will miss you dearly.

I genuinely mean it when I say that my time at ICON has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life. This school has not only helped me hone and enhance my skills as a musical theatre major, but it has also given me the invaluable opportunity to explore and learn about various additional areas of the arts. I've discovered a deep love for costume design, visual arts, and so much more. None of this would have been possible without the incredibly supportive environment fostered by every teacher, faculty member, and student. Their encouragement has given me the skills and courage to continue pursuing my passion in this field. I will miss everyone immensely.

I could go on and on about my time at ICON. I feel extremely lucky to have learned so much already from the talented, kind, and amazing teachers and students who support me and genuinely want me to succeed. I am deeply grateful for the joy the Iowa Conservatory has brought to me, and I will treasure it forever.