The recent Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence awarded to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College comes with a $700,000 gift. The money is being earmarked for the college’s Student Success Plan Endowment, operated by the Southwest Tech Foundation. Interest generated from … 
Aspen Prize ignites endowment growth
The recent Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence awarded to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College comes with a $700,000 gift. The money is being earmarked for the college’s Student Success Plan Endowment, operated by the Southwest Tech Foundation. Interest generated from … United Fund of Iowa County awards $5,000 to Southwest Tech Foundation
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation has been awarded a generous $5,000 grant from the United Fund of Iowa County. These funds will directly support wraparound student success services for Iowa County students, helping to reduce barriers and empower students …United Fund of Iowa County awards $5,000 to Southwest Tech Foundation Read More »
College partners with Premier Co-op on management of new crop ground
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is partnering with Premier Co-op on the management of its new crop ground. The 80 acres is part of the college’s Agricultural Demonstration Lab, and is located at the corner of Highway 18 and County Road …College partners with Premier Co-op on management of new crop ground Read More »
New STEP Scholarship Program receives $5,000 grant
The Crawford County Community Fund of the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, Inc. has provided a $5,000 grant to the Southwest Tech Foundation. The money will be disbursed to students from Crawford County as part of the college’s Student Success …New STEP Scholarship Program receives $5,000 grant Read More »
New scholarship format unveiled at Southwest Tech
Officials at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College are revising the scholarship process to make sure financial gaps for each student are addressed. Rather than the traditional model of having students fill out a scholarship application, Southwest Tech will now be funding …New scholarship format unveiled at Southwest Tech Read More »
New equipment on the way for Dental Assistant program
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is among 14 state technical colleges to be awarded matching grant funds from the Delta Dental of Wisconsin (DDWI) Foundation. The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) submitted the grant application on behalf of the colleges. Southwest …New equipment on the way for Dental Assistant program Read More »
MidWestOne Bank Foundation gifts $10,000 to new Precision Agronomy program
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s new Precision Agronomy program has received a significant boost thanks to a generous $10,000 gift from the MidWestOne Bank Foundation. This contribution will allow the Southwest Tech Foundation to purchase state-of-the-art equipment, enhancing the educational experience …MidWestOne Bank Foundation gifts $10,000 to new Precision Agronomy program Read More »
We Energies Foundation grant to assist women in STEM and the trades
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (SWTC) is proud to announce a significant boost for women entering STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and trades fields, thanks to a generous $10,000 pledge from the We Energies Foundation. Over the next four years, …We Energies Foundation grant to assist women in STEM and the trades Read More »
Andersen Corporate Foundation supports Sponsor-A-Scholar Program
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation has received a generous $10,000 gift from the Andersen Corporate Foundation to benefit its Sponsor-A-Scholar Program (SASP), aimed at supporting motivated students pursuing skilled careers. “We are thrilled to partner with the Andersen Corporate …Andersen Corporate Foundation supports Sponsor-A-Scholar Program Read More »
3M invests $7,500 in scholarships for Electro-Mechanical Technology program
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is the recipient of a $7,500 grant from 3M. The 3M Manufacturing and Academic Partnerships (MAP) program is a vital initiative designed to address the growing challenge in the United States of a shortage of skilled …3M invests $7,500 in scholarships for Electro-Mechanical Technology program Read More »
Alliant Energy grant to support Katie’s Cupboard
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has received a $2,000 grant from the Alliant Energy Foundation. The funds will be used to support Katie’s Cupboard, the on-campus food pantry for students in need. “Katie’s Cupboard is a symbol of resilience and community …Alliant Energy grant to support Katie’s Cupboard Read More »
Partnership results in engine donations to Ag Power program
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician program received two significant donations earlier this year. Thanks to Deere & Company, in collaboration with Hillsboro Equipment, Inc, students will have the opportunity to hone their skills on two brand …Partnership results in engine donations to Ag Power program Read More »
Cupid brings couple to campus for 25th anniversary
Late last month, Bridget and AJ Schuchart returned to where it all started – Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. After enrolling in the Accounting program in the fall of 1997, the couple met on campus during the spring semester of 1998. …Cupid brings couple to campus for 25th anniversary Read More »
Ribbon cuttings mark unique healthcare partnerships
Hospital officials from throughout the area joined Southwest Wisconsin Technical College representatives on campus Dec. 13 to celebrate a special partnership. The Need for Nurses sponsorship program was officially kick-started with six ribbon-cutting ceremonies in the Health Science Center. Southwest …Ribbon cuttings mark unique healthcare partnerships Read More »
Southwest Tech Foundation raises over $7,000 for on-campus food pantry
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation increased funding for the Chargers Cupboard on Nov. 29, during the annual Giving Tuesday campaign. Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving and is held each year on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. The …Southwest Tech Foundation raises over $7,000 for on-campus food pantry Read More »
Southwest Tech receives $2,000 grant from Platteville Community Fund
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation has received a $2,000 grant from the Platteville Community Fund’s Fall 2022 Grant Cycle of the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, Inc. The grant funds will be used to support Southwest Tech’s Charger Dream …Southwest Tech receives $2,000 grant from Platteville Community Fund Read More »
Lyne finds accounting career through Southwest Tech
Mirhya Lyne, a Southwest Wisconsin Technical College spring 2021 graduate with an Associate Degree of Accounting, shares her story and experience as a Southwest Tech student in the Accounting program. Lyne chose to attend Southwest Tech because it was close …Lyne finds accounting career through Southwest Tech Read More »
Southwest Tech Foundation recognizes $10,000+ donors
On Thursday, Oct. 20, the Southwest Tech Foundation hosted a Donor Appreciation Event on campus. The event was held to celebrate donor organizations and individuals who have given $10,000 or more and have been added to the foundation’s donor wall …Southwest Tech Foundation recognizes $10,000+ donors Read More »
School districts earn Dual Credit Excellence Awards
Four area school districts have earned recognition and monetary awards from Southwest Wisconsin Technical College for their commitment to dual credit education. Thanks to an anonymous donation to the Southwest Tech Foundation, four school districts were presented with Dual Credit …School districts earn Dual Credit Excellence Awards Read More »
Student housing benefits all students
For the first time since its creation, the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s Real Estate Foundation (REF) is able to gift funds to the college’s foundation to support students. The REF was established in 2015. At the conclusion of the fiscal …