Congratulations graduates! The time has come to celebrate, if you haven’t already. We wish we could be together to mark this important milestone. Without a doubt, many faculty and staff members are in front of their computers right now watching … 
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Congratulations graduates! The time has come to celebrate, if you haven’t already. We wish we could be together to mark this important milestone. Without a doubt, many faculty and staff members are in front of their computers right now watching … Moellers earns auto repair certifications
Jacob Moellers recently earned his technical diploma in the Auto Collision Repair and Refinish Technician program. In addition, the Mineral Point, Wisconsin, native has earned the I-CAR Pro Level 1 Non-Structural and Refinish certification. He was the only student that … Chargers Chat | Darci Colsch
Darci Colsch has been a nursing instructor at Southwest Tech for 12 years. She currently serves on the Iowa Nurses Association COVID-19 Task Force. “I have a passion for nursing,” she said. #SWTCProud Bach utilizes Southwest Tech’s transfer program
Autum Bach, a 2019 graduate of Prairie du Chien High School, has a clear vision of her future. Combining Southwest Tech credits earned through dual enrollment in high school, and two semesters of coursework through the University Transfer Liberal Arts … Students fare well at dairy judging contest
A team of second year Farm Operations and Management – Dairy and Agribusiness Science and Technology – Animal Science students received an Honorable Mention ranking in the 90th annual Hoard’s Dairyman Dairy Judging Contest. Overall, the team finished in fifth … Special video to highlight Southwest Tech graduates
Given the public health crisis that has been created by the COVID-19 virus, the scheduled May 15 and 16 graduation ceremonies at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College were postponed. In its place, a special video is being produced to honor the …Special video to highlight Southwest Tech graduates Read More »
Elfering sees advantages in University Transfer Degree
Noelle Elfering has taken advantage of the University Transfer Degree program at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, in partnership with Nicolet College, and plans to graduate this winter, before moving on to UW-Platteville. The Barneveld, Wisconsin native will be pursuing …Elfering sees advantages in University Transfer Degree Read More »
Chargers Chat | Christina Hill
Christina Hill, a Culinary Arts graduate and current Culinary Management student, has been integral in the college’s new mobile food pantry delivery system. The Chargers Cupboard food pantry on campus was not available after campus closed due to COVID-19. Hill, … Tri-State Auto Body Association supports student scholarships
Three Southwest Tech students recently received the Tri-State Auto Body Association Scholarship. This scholarship was established to support students in auto body as they become the workforce in the industry. The Tri-State Auto Body Association recognizes Southwest Tech as …Tri-State Auto Body Association supports student scholarships Read More »
Chargers Chat | Matt Althoff
Matt Althoff is a 2016 graduate from the Electrical Power Distribution program. He served in the United States Marines from 2011-15 before enrolling at Southwest Tech. He currently works as an apprentice lineman at Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative. Select Southwest Tech students to return to campus
A portion of the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College student body will have the opportunity to finish the spring semester on campus. The state’s Safer at Home order gives Wisconsin colleges, including Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, the authority to determine “essential …Select Southwest Tech students to return to campus Read More »
Southwest Tech Foundation creates S.O.S. fund
The Southwest Tech Foundation has created the Support Our Students (S.O.S.) Fund to support current students in the most impactful ways possible throughout the crisis. Uses of the fund include but are not limited to: Emergency grants– similar to the … Leatherberry to represent Southwest Tech as state student ambassador
Karlee Leatherberry, Viola, Wis., will serve the next year as Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s state student ambassador. This program includes representation from all 16 Wisconsin Technical College System institutions. The annual spring banquet in Wisconsin Dells for the ambassadors has …Leatherberry to represent Southwest Tech as state student ambassador Read More »
Chargers Chat | Karsen Haag
Karsen Haag is a 2015 Southwest Tech graduate. She is currently working at Virhada Holsteins Inc., the family farm in Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin. Her experience in the Dairy Herd Management and Agribusiness programs, as well as serving as a … New signs installed across campus
Just prior to Southwest Tech closing due to COVID-19 precautions, new signage was installed throughout campus. Among the new signs, is an electronic message board located at the corner of Bronson Boulevard and Highway 18. Graphic House, Inc., from Wausau, … Bolstad elected to Wisconsin Technical Colleges District Boards Association
FENNIMORE, Wis. – Chuck Bolstad, chairperson of the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Board of Directors, has been elected secretary/treasurer for the Wisconsin Technical Colleges District Boards Association. The one-year term begins this summer and is scheduled to end in one …Bolstad elected to Wisconsin Technical Colleges District Boards Association Read More »
Alumni Spotlight – Jenna Taylor 2011 Nursing graduate
We have an amazing amount of faculty and staff who are also Southwest Tech alumni. We want to take this time to give them the spotlight to share their Southwest Tech story. Jenna Taylor is a 2011 Nursing graduate and …Alumni Spotlight – Jenna Taylor 2011 Nursing graduate Read More »
Alumni Spotlight – Matt Schneider, 2005 Finance graduate
We have an amazing amount of faculty and staff who are also Southwest Tech alumni. We want to take this time to give them the spotlight to share their Southwest Tech story. Matt Schneider is a 2005 graduate from the …Alumni Spotlight – Matt Schneider, 2005 Finance graduate Read More »
Southwest Tech team delivering food pantry items
Even though the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College campus is closed, work continues to get food into the homes of students with a need. Rex Smith, Dining Services manager, is leading the effort of taking the Chargers Cupboard food pantry mobile. …Southwest Tech team delivering food pantry items Read More »
Culinary students prepping for SkillsUSA competition
Select students in the culinary programs at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College are preparing to show off their skills at a “‘Chopped’-type” competition. The SkillsUSA Post-Secondary State Culinary Competition will be held Thursday, March 19 at 2 p.m. in the Southwest …Culinary students prepping for SkillsUSA competition Read More »