A video production crew from Osuego Creative, based in Lakewood, Colorado, was on campus March 1 to record footage of the Electrical Power Distribution (EPD) program. The company is a joint venture between the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) … 
EPD program to be featured in national video
A video production crew from Osuego Creative, based in Lakewood, Colorado, was on campus March 1 to record footage of the Electrical Power Distribution (EPD) program. The company is a joint venture between the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) … 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 »
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 »
Open Weld Nights planned thanks to grant
With nearly $3 million in grant funds to spend on manufacturing training, a consortium led by Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is busy putting the pieces in place. Last year, the college was awarded a $2.9 million grant to fund its … Southwest Tech plays vital role in nursing instructors’ journeys (with video)
The educational and professional journeys of Jenna Taylor and Maria Kindrai have been heavily influenced by Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Taylor earned an associate’s degree in nursing from the college in 2011, while Kindrai earned the same degree from Southwest …Southwest Tech plays vital role in nursing instructors’ journeys (with video) Read More »
Photo exhibit to highlight Diversity Week activities
An exhibit chronicling African-American life in rural Nebraska from 1910-1925 will be on display at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College starting Jan. 15. The “Black and White in Black and White: Images of Dignity, Hope and Diversity in America” display will …Photo exhibit to highlight Diversity Week activities 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 »
Compeer Financial awards $50,000 grant to Southwest Tech
The Agriculture and Rural Initiative, Compeer Financial’s donor advised fund, has granted $600,000 to community and technical colleges across the cooperative’s 144-county territory, including $50,000 to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. In 2021, Compeer committed $1.9 million in grants and scholarships …Compeer Financial awards $50,000 grant to Southwest Tech Read More »
Details finalized for Fall Commencement
The fall semester at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is drawing to a close. With it, comes the annual commencement ceremony. This year it will be held on Friday, Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. in the auditorium. Currently, there are 102 … Colorado credits Southwest Tech for bright future
Rob Colorado, a student in the evening welding program at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, has come a long way. He recently turned 40 years old, and if you ask him, he may tell you he is lucky to be …Colorado credits Southwest Tech for bright future 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 … Need for Nurses | Kindra (Yoose) Keene (video)
Making the decision to enter the healthcare field takes passion. That is certainly the case for Kindra (Yoose) Keene, a 2021 Associate Degree – Nursing (ADN) graduate. Thanks to the new Need for Nurses campaign, aspiring nurses can enroll now … 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 »
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 »
Alumna leading sheriff’s office K9 therapy program
Cassara Bray, a correctional/K9 officer at the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, may have the cutest co-worker. Bray, a 2019 graduate from the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Criminal Justice program, works alongside Zelda, a nearly four-month-old mini golden doodle puppy. The …Alumna leading sheriff’s office K9 therapy program Read More »
New program opens criminal justice field to high school students
A group of 10 area high school students are getting an up close look at the work of law enforcement thanks to a new opportunity through Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. A Criminal Justice Studies program was launched as part of …New program opens criminal justice field to high school students Read More »
Bell builds 30 years of relationships
When it comes to business, the objective isn’t to make as much money as possible, it’s about cultivating relationships and the revenue will come. That’s the philosophy Paul Bell has carried with him throughout his 30-year teaching career at Southwest … Timmerman marks 35 years of memories at Child Care Center
Being around children keeps people young. That seems to be the case for Paula Timmerman, lab assistant in the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Child Care Center. She was recently recognized for her 35-year work anniversary at the college and she …Timmerman marks 35 years of memories at Child Care Center Read More »
Southwest Tech eyes future with renewable energy
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is prioritizing renewable energies in its three-year Strategic Directions plan. Using one-time funding sources, the college’s operating expenses will be reduced through investments in renewable energies. In addition, student learning opportunities will be created through a …Southwest Tech eyes future with renewable energy Read More »