Brian Kitelinger, safety coordinator, at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, was recently recognized for his 25 years of service to the college. His first day on the job was Aug. 12, 1998. Kitelinger grew up in Hazel Green, Wisconsin, before moving … 
Kitelinger marks 25 years at Southwest Tech
Brian Kitelinger, safety coordinator, at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, was recently recognized for his 25 years of service to the college. His first day on the job was Aug. 12, 1998. Kitelinger grew up in Hazel Green, Wisconsin, before moving … Riley reflects on 25 years at Southwest Tech
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has been an integral part of Lisa Riley’s life. She was recently recognized for her 25 years of service to the college. She currently serves as the state reporting/curriculum coordinator, but that is not how her … Campbell marks 40 years at Southwest Tech
Karen Campbell has been a mainstay at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College for 40 years. She was recently recognized during campus in-service for her impressive milestone. She graduated from Fennimore High School in May 1982, and began working in the financial … Dilley earns Volunteer of the Year award
Terri Dilley began volunteering with Grant County’s Big Buddy Program in April, and she has already made a significant impact. During the Platteville Regional Chamber’s Party in the Park, “Salute to Volunteers,” event in July, she was named the 2023 … New IT program to include Security Operations Center
Students enrolled in Southwest Wisconsin Technical College’s new IT Cybersecurity and Network Administration program will have exciting tools at their disposal this fall. Current students, Logan Zart, Boscobel and Jordan Scott, Muscoda, have been working this summer to install a …New IT program to include Security Operations Center Read More »
An opportunity to get involved (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSNuv9xTUqs The Active Minds at Southwest Tech Club is a student organization which provides service to the community, offers leadership opportunities to all students on campus, and creates opportunities for students to socialize and support each other as they develop their career interests. Lisa P. Riley, Social Science Instructor, is the advisor for the club.… Trumm shaping young minds at daycare business (video)
From a Southwest Wisconsin Technical College graduate to business owner – that was the path for Lexa Trumm. She graduated from the Early Childhood Education program in 2017 and now operates Lexa’s Littles daycare in Boscobel, Wisconsin. “I’ve always loved …Trumm shaping young minds at daycare business (video) Read More »
Clendenen selected for Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced that Holly Clendenen, chief student services officer at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, is one of 35 leaders selected for the 2023-24 class of the Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship. This program, delivered in …Clendenen selected for Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship Read More »
Spring planting season (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JU0Sj3pZa4 Students were out in the field recently. Andrew Dal Santo, Agriculture Instructor, had a group of students at the Agricultural Demonstration Lab on campus, planting corn. It was a great opportunity to gain valuable experience by testing their skills in the field. The product evaluation plot is a joint venture with Nutrien. www.swtc.edu/agriculture Students put design talents on display (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDiPmd0uZzg Students in the Graphic and Web Design program put their talents on display during the annual Portfolio Show on May 10. The event was held on campus and was open to the public. The students are led by instructors, Katie Anderson and Erin Kerkhoff. Well done! swtc.edu/graphic-web-design #SWTCProud Southwest Tech recognized as 2023 Aspen Prize finalist
On April 27, the Aspen Institute announced the winners and finalists of the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier award for two-year colleges. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College was recognized as a finalist, applauded for its outstanding …Southwest Tech recognized as 2023 Aspen Prize finalist Read More »
Randall’s life not defined by stuttering (with video)
In his youth, Joe Randall was once advised that it would be in his best interest not to pursue a teaching career because of his stuttering. For nearly eight years, he has been an Electrical Power Distribution instructor at Southwest …Randall’s life not defined by stuttering (with video) Read More »
Students investigate mock crime scene near campus
It all looked like a typical crime scene, complete with yellow tape, surrounding the perimeter. In reality, it was a class project, organized by Gary Roberts and Tom Kretschman, criminal justice instructors at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College in Fennimore. On …Students investigate mock crime scene near campus Read More »
Roesch selected as state student ambassador
Each year, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College selects one student as its state student ambassador. This student represents the college through the program, organized by the Wisconsin State Technical College System (WTCS). This year, Kyle Roesch, Lancaster, was chosen as Southwest … New Sustainable Energy Management program starts this fall
Beginning this fall, officials at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College will welcome the first cohort of students into its new Sustainable Energy Management program. Citing a variety of factors, now is the right time for the college to offer the program. …New Sustainable Energy Management program starts this fall Read More »
Clay target team building dynasty with championships
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Clay Target Team completed its best fall seasons in its relatively short history. The team won the USA College Clay Target League national championship for the second consecutive year and it also won the MCAC …Clay target team building dynasty with championships Read More »
Students put skills to work at Fennimore field (video)
The Fennimore community will soon benefit from work being done by Southwest Wisconsin Technical College students. Throughout the semester, students in the Building Trades – Carpentry program have been working on two projects at Volunteer Field. They completed residing a …Students put skills to work at Fennimore field (video) Read More »
Harvest season (video)
It was Fall harvest time on campus recently. Agriculture students were in the field, literally, harvesting soybeans. We farm approximately 16 acres as part of our Agricultural Demonstration Lab on campus. This year, we planted soybeans (4 acres), alfalfa (4 … Economic leaders on campus to discuss manufacturing grant
Wisconsin economic leaders joined partners at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College on Oct. 5 to discuss a recently-awarded Workforce Innovation Grant (WIG). Southwest Tech is part of a consortium that received a $2.9 million grant. The consortium, Advance Southwest Wisconsin, is …Economic leaders on campus to discuss manufacturing grant 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 …