Southwest Wisconsin Technical College student Edwin Garmendia has been selected as the college’s 2026 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) State Student Ambassador, an honor that recognizes student leadership, academic achievement and commitment to community. Garmendia, a Business Management student from … 
From Honduras to State Student Ambassador
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College student Edwin Garmendia has been selected as the college’s 2026 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) State Student Ambassador, an honor that recognizes student leadership, academic achievement and commitment to community. Garmendia, a Business Management student from … Droessler sets sites on Criminal Justice career
When Maddie Droessler walks across the stage at Cuba City High School in May, she will already be looking ahead to her next step – beginning the Criminal Justice program at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College this fall. Droessler, 17, has … Dr. Jeremy Pickard named new President
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College District Board has selected Dr. Jeremy L. Pickard as the college’s next president following a comprehensive national search process. Pickard will officially begin his role on July 1, 2026. Pickard currently serves as vice chancellor … Prairie du Chien Middle School students earn national NC3 credential
During Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, nine Prairie du Chien middle school students have accomplished something extraordinary by earning a nationally recognized NC3 Global Credential in Introduction to Mechatronics. This level of certification is typically achieved by high school …Prairie du Chien Middle School students earn national NC3 credential Read More »
Student voices integrated into workforce innovation efforts
Students in Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s English Composition I courses played a direct role in shaping conversations about career readiness and post-graduation wages this fall, thanks to a collaborative classroom initiative tied to the college’s Capacity Building Grant. As part …Student voices integrated into workforce innovation efforts Read More »
Criminal Justice students train for service
Two Southwest Wisconsin Technical College students completing the Criminal Justice–Law Enforcement program are already seeing their career goals come into focus as they train in the college’s Law Enforcement Academy. Ryan Kueter and Caden Timmerman are finishing their associate degrees … New IT-Software Developer program launches this fall
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College will launch a new IT – Software Developer associate degree program this fall, expanding opportunities for students seeking high-demand technology careers across a wide range of industries. The two-year program is designed to prepare students for …New IT-Software Developer program launches this fall Read More »
From exploration to impact: Poad’s MLT journey
Livie Poad didn’t arrive at college with a perfectly mapped-out plan, and she’s glad she didn’t. A second-year student in Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) associate degree program, Poad’s path reflects a reality many students face after … Dual credit options open Criminal Justice pathway for high school senior
High school senior Hewsten Garcia-Boland is already building momentum toward a career in criminal justice, thanks in part to dual credit coursework through Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Garcia-Boland, a senior at Ithaca High School who lives in Hillpoint, has taken …Dual credit options open Criminal Justice pathway for high school senior Read More »
WTCS Ag Day planned for campus
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College will host Wisconsin Technical College System Agriculture Day on Tuesday, March 24, bringing students, educators, industry professionals and community leaders together to highlight the future of Wisconsin agriculture. WTCS Ag Day is an annual statewide event … Southwest Tech advances three presidential finalists
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (Southwest Tech) has reached a significant milestone in its presidential search process. Following semi-finalist interviews and thoughtful deliberation, the District Board is anticipated to approve the advancement of three finalists for the position of President of …Southwest Tech advances three presidential finalists Read More »
Presidential search trims list to seven semi-finalists
This is a pivotal week in the search for a new Southwest Wisconsin Technical College president. The search and screen committee has narrowed the list of 48 highly-qualified applicants to a semi-final pool of seven individuals. “This is a testament …Presidential search trims list to seven semi-finalists Read More »
Lund honored with DAISY Award
Lindsey Lund, a recent nursing graduate of Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, was honored with the prestigious DAISY Award during the college’s nursing pinning ceremony. The award recognizes her compassion, professionalism and commitment to patient care. Lund graduated Dec. 12 with … Ag programs receive prestigious CNH Top Tech Grant
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician and Precision Agronomy programs were awarded 1 of 2 CNH Top Tech Grants, up to $50,000. This is a recognition that shows the college’s commitment to developing the next generation …Ag programs receive prestigious CNH Top Tech Grant Read More »
From small-town roots to Music City
What began as a passion for hair in a small Wisconsin town has grown into a thriving career on some of country music’s biggest stages. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College alumna Molly Rivers, a 2007 graduate of the Cosmetology program, is … Students complete first harvest on new crop ground
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College students brought in their first harvest this fall from the college’s new 80-acre Agricultural Demonstration Lab. This marks a major milestone for Southwest Tech’s agriculture programs and its hands-on learning model. The college purchased the land …Students complete first harvest on new crop ground Read More »
Clay target team finishes strong with fourth-place finish at nationals
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s Clay Target Team wrapped up a strong season this fall, earning a third-place conference finish and placing fourth at the USA College Clay Target League National Championship in Bunker Hill, Illinois. Competing in a league that …Clay target team finishes strong with fourth-place finish at nationals Read More »
Nelson reflects on founding of college’s welding program
When David Nelson arrived in Fennimore in 1968, there was no welding shop, no building—just a cement floor in a hayfield and a promise. At 89 years old, Nelson still recalls those early days. “They told me there’d be a …Nelson reflects on founding of college’s welding program Read More »
Sandry honored for statewide fire training leadership
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s Lead Fire Service Instructor, Karl Sandry, was honored for his statewide leadership and lasting contributions to fire service education following the Wisconsin Technical College Board meeting on Nov. 5. Ward Lyon, fire service education director for …Sandry honored for statewide fire training leadership Read More »
Automation Systems Technology to launch in Fall 2026
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College will launch a new Automation Systems Technology program in Fall 2026, preparing students for careers in one of the fastest-growing areas of modern industry. The program will focus on robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and system …Automation Systems Technology to launch in Fall 2026 Read More »