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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FVTC dual credit course helps Laconia teacher inspire students
The 411 Live: MATC student working to make Milwaukee better
You could call "The 411 Live" Milwaukee's microphone.
Nicolet College Culinary students prepare meals for those facing challenging times
Nicolet College Culinary Arts students recently spread some holiday cheer by preparing and distributing 125 meals to those in need.
49 students pass essential worker certifications at LTC in December
Forty-nine students successfully passed public safety certification exams held at Lakeshore Technical College in December.
LTC's graduation speaker wasn't content with status quo
Not long ago, Gloria Elias found herself wondering if working long hours as a machine operator at a manufacturing plant was her only purpose in life. She was good at her job though wondered if she was capable of achieving something more.
WCTC student Ryan Meils creates designs for jersey swap project, featured on espn.com
On social media, you don't have to look long for an edited photo of James Harden in a Miami Heat uniform. Or, scroll a bit further and see a graphic announcing a scholarship offer for a recruit to Alabama or USC. Or follow every Sunday as teams get closer to a top NFL draft pick and their fans imagine Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence in one NFL jersey or another.
NTC announces online partnership with Purdue University Global
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Northcentral Technical College (NTC) announced a partnership with Purdue University Global (Purdue Global) that gives NTC graduates the opportunity to earn a four-year degree without leaving home. Learners can earn a Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies degree 100% online, which will emphasize their associate degree earned at NTC.
Gateway Arboriculture (urban forestry) students help Habitat sites
Gateway Technical College Arboriculture program student Sam Braun says the project he and his classmates participated in Monday offered students two opportunities – to give and to receive.
Western Technical College opens remodeled apprenticeship training center
LA CROSSE, Wis., November 12, 2020 – To mark National Apprenticeship Week next week, Western Technical College officially opened its newly remodeled Apprenticeship and Industry Training Center, completing a $3.5 million project that significantly upgrades the facility located at 2860 21st Place South, La Crosse.
Wisconsin's technical, private colleges sign historic transfer agreement
Madison, WI – The thousands of students seeking to transfer credits from a Wisconsin technical college to one of the state’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities will have a much easier time in the future thanks to a historic, comprehensive agreement.