As of March 1, educators in Wisconsin were deemed eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. In response, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College staff had the opportunity for their first vaccination on Friday, March 12. The vaccination clinic was organized by the Grant …Southwest Tech staff receive first COVID-19 vaccination Read More »
In this episode, Kyle visits Creative Elements Salon on campus and speaks with Barb McCormick and Cindy Frohne, Cosmetology Instructors. They discuss everything that is offered in the program and Kyle gets a lesson in braiding hair. Will his daughters … 
In recognition of National FFA Week, chapter members from high schools in the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College district, will be receiving gifts. Emmi Roth Cheese, in Platteville, Wisconsin, is donating more than 1,000 units of Roth snack cheese, while Organic …National FFA Week celebrated with local donations Read More »
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation was awarded a $1,000 grant in June 2020 from the Platteville Community Fund, specifically the Elinore Loveland Trust, to be used to support the Charger Dream fund. The Charger Dream Fund assists students through …Platteville Community Fund supports Southwest Tech students Read More »
Mia Hillebrand, Lone Rock, Wisconsin, is one of four students throughout Wisconsin who have been selected as the next class of participants in Wisconsin Pork Association’s Pork Mentorship Program. Hillebrand is a first-year student in the Agriculture Business and Technology … 
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College trapshooting team hit its mark during the fall conference seasons. The team, which fielded 18 members this past fall, competes in two conferences; the Minnesota Colleges Athletic Conference (MCAC) and the USA College Clay … 
In this episode, Kyle visits the Automotive Technician area. He gets a first-hand look at the high-tech field of automotive repair. Students in the program learn the necessary technical skills, as well as the authentic skills that employers demand. www.swtc.edu/apply. 
A new student security program is now operational at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Six students enrolled in the college’s criminal justice program have been hired as security officers for the spring semester. They began their first shifts earlier this week. … 
The Grant County Health Department will offer COVID-19 vaccinations to eligible individuals who provide direct services to patients or clients at two upcoming clinics. The first clinic will be Wednesday, Jan. 13, at the Grant County Fairgrounds from 11 a.m. … 
In this episode, Kyle puts in a healthy dose of work in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) lab on campus. Is he up to the challenges? Learn more about our PTA program at www.swtc.edu/pta. #SWTCProud 
When students return for the spring semester at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, they will have the opportunity to celebrate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Week. This is the third annual weeklong event, scheduled in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day …Citizenship showcased during upcoming Diversity Week Read More »
Buckle up! In this episode, Kyle is behind the wheel of an auto-steer tractor used in our Agriculture Power and Equipment Technician program. Learn more about the program and see if Kyle can keep it between the cones. Episode 4. …“Where’s Kyle?” | Ag Power and Equipment Technican Read More »
For 14 years, Eileen Nickels served on the Southwest Tech District Board. She retired from that post on June 30 and was honored for her work from local legislators with a state commendation. Eileen and her husband, Tom, live in …Nickels commended for service on SWTC District Board Read More »
In this episode of “Where’s Kyle?” Ed Anderson, Welding Instructor, welcomes Kyle Bennett, Recruitment Coordinator, to the Welding Lab, where sparks fly. Kyle gets his chance to cut steel with a Plasma Arc Cutter and he is graded on his … 
The first-ever Winterize Your Wheels event is being held this week on campus. A partnership between Student Senate and the Automotive Technician program is benefitting students heading into the winter driving season. Runde Chevrolet is serving as the industry partner. … 
For the first time, the annual Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Open House event will be held in a virtual format. The event, planned for Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 3-7 p.m. will offer a variety of opportunities for attendees to … 
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College District Board meeting on July 8 looked different and not just because it was held virtually. The District Board said goodbye to two longstanding board members in June. Russ Moyer had served 40 years and …Moyer and Nickels leave Southwest Tech Board with 54 years of combined service Read More »
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College officials are excited to launch a new student laptop program this fall for eligible students. The three academic deans led this project in close collaboration with the college’s ITS department. The college issued a request for … 
At Southwest Tech our vision is to be a preferred provider of education, source of talent, and place of employment in the region. We feel very fortunate when we can then hire graduates whose talents are a perfect match for … 
