Here you'll find news about the Wisconsin Technical College System and some news stories about the 16 Wisconsin technical colleges around the state.
For more comprehensive news about the colleges, visit each of the colleges' websites.
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U. S. Education Secretary, Senator Baldwin visit NWTC to highlight technical education
U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cordona with WTCS President Morna Foy and Senator Tammy Baldwin
CVTC’s new leader: From immigrant to college president
New CVTC President Sunem Beaton-Garcia’s childhood shaped how she fosters a culture of learning.
MPTC welding “boot camp” helps combat the skilled worker shortage
Moraine Park is helping combat the skilled worker shortage by providing skill development -or boot camps- in a variety of Manufacturing Skills Academies. Each boot camp is a unique career pathway. Check out each of the boot camps listed below and then sign up for any information sessions you want to explore.
NTC Medical Assistant, first-generation grad enjoys success
From customer service to patient care, Juanmanuel Rocha continues to succeed as the first college graduate in his family. A passion for service to others has taken Juanmanuel Rocha from employment at a grocery store to the healthcare field. Each step of the way, NTC has been there.
Western To Forgive $740,000 In Student Debt
Western Technical College announced it will forgive nearly $740,000 in student debt for eligible individuals using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act.
MATC grad named Milwaukee Tool’s Outside Apprentice of the Year
Milwaukee Tool Line Worker Profile: Caleb Hayes, Michels Power, Inc. Congratulations to this line worker, who was named Milwaukee Tool’s Outside Apprentice of the Year.
Mid-State, Stevens Point Fire Department leaders joined by community and state officials at Training Center ribbon-cutting
The Stevens Point Fire Department, in partnership with Mid-State Technical College, hosted a ribbon cutting on the site of the new Stevens Point Fire Department Training Center on Aug. 6. The event was attended by many contributors, collaborators and champions of the project, including Stevens Point City and Fire Commission leadership, state fire representatives and state legislators.
NWTC director of technology weighs in on effects of microchip shortage
From cars to computers to toothbrushes, microchips are found just about everywhere, and the COVID-19 pandemic has created a shortage of this piece of technology. “Everything has a chip now," said Karl Reischl, director of technology at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. "Even on your little watch.” The small piece of technology is causing big problems around the world.
FVTC: 5 questions answered about new Technical Education Instruction program
With the start of a new fall semester, comes the start of several new learning opportunities at Fox Valley Technical College. We're highlighting the new way students can earn an associate degree in Technical Education Instruction by answering five frequently asked questions about the new program. Trent Sorensen, associate dean of Service, provides the answers.
