Mid-State hosts arboriculture career exploration event
Arborist dual credit students from Auburndale High School recently enjoyed a unique training opportunity at the inaugural Tree Tech event at Mid-State Technical College. The showcase of arboriculture skills and careers was held at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus on Nov. 15. The Tree Tech event included hands-on activities in chainsaw training and wood processing as well as career exploration. Students learned about utilizing urban wood resources and had the opportunity to connect with Mid-State Arborist
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UW-Stevens Point to stage murder mystery ‘The Mousetrap’
See the world’s most successful and longest running play and murder mystery at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point this month. “The Mousetrap,” written by master mystery writer Agatha Christie, will be staged in Jenkins Theatre of the Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage St., Stevens Point. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15-16, and Thursday through Saturday Nov. 21-23, with matinees at 2 p.m. on Sunday Nov. 17, and Saturday, Nov. 23. Tickets are $30 for adults, $27 for seniors
Mid-State, Wisconsin Technical College System select Gamber-Johnson for Futuremaker Partner Award
The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Board and Mid-State Technical College honored Gamber-Johnson Tuesday with the 2024 Futuremaker Partner Award. The award was presented to Gamber-Johnson CEO Gautam Malik at the Nov. 12 WTCS board meeting at Mid-State’s Wayne H. Bushman Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, and Apprenticeship (AMETATM) Center in Stevens Point. The Futuremaker Partner Award is presented four times a year by the WTCS Board to recognize the unique, long-standing
Mid-State President Mondeik makes Top 50 Women Leaders of Wisconsin list for second consecutive year
Professional networking organization Women We Admire has named Mid-State Technical College President Dr. Shelly Mondeik to its list of Top Women Leaders of Wisconsin for 2024. The designation marks the second year in a row Mondeik has made the list. Mondeik also accepted the Central Region 2024 Chief Executive Officer (CEO) award from the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) this October. The Central Region is comprised of Minnesota, Michigan, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio,
Mid-State celebrates renamed Stevens Point Downtown Campus
Mid-State Technical College’s Stevens Point campus will now feature “downtown” in its official name. The College formalized the new name, Stevens Point Downtown Campus, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event also kicked off the beginning of a year-long celebration of the 10th anniversary of the move to downtown. Mid-State’s campus in Stevens Point moved to the downtown area in 2014 after running out of room at its old Michigan Avenue location. The relocation expanded the campus from
Prevail Bank Launches Holiday Matching Funds Campaign
Help Us Make a Difference – Your Donation Will Be Doubled! This holiday season, generosity goes further with Prevail Bank’s Holiday Matching Funds Campaign, running from November 12 to December 6. Each of Prevail Bank’s branches will be collecting donations to benefit a chosen nonprofit, and for every dollar donated, Prevail Bank will match it – up to $1,000 per nonprofit. “Giving back to the communities we serve is at the heart of everything we do,” said Nathan Quinnell, President & CEO of Prevail Bank.
KerberRose Expands Wisconsin Rapids Footprint with Acquisition of Local CPA Firm
KerberRose is pleased to announce the addition of RDB Accounting and Tax LLC to their Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., location. This agreement is effective as of November 1, 2024, and will include RDB Accounting and Tax LLC’s team members, clients, and assets. The addition of RDB Accounting and Tax LLC will strengthen KerberRose’s presence in Central Wisconsin as a local firm with regional firm capabilities. RDB Accounting and Tax LLC owner, Robert Bohnert, CPA, and accounting assistant, Pam Brooks will
Mental Health Expert Warns of Rising Anxiety Amid Current Events as Election Approaches
“If the news disrupts your sleep or relationships, it's time to consider talking to someone.” RHINELANDER, Wis. – With the 2024 presidential election around the corner, many Americans are grappling with a barrage of distressing news, from devastating natural disasters to escalating global conflicts. The relentless cycle of political news, amplified by 24-hour coverage, can create an overwhelming sense of anxiety. According to a recent survey by the American Psychiatric Association, 43 percent of adults
Meat Cutting and Butchery grant funding continues at Mid-State
Grant funding for Mid-State Technical College’s Meat Cutting and Butchery certificate will continue this spring, making the program free for the next cohort of students starting in January. Funding for the certificate is provided by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Meat Talent Development Grant. The five-month Meat Cutting and Butchery certificate will be offered partially online and partially in-person at Auburndale High School. In-person classes will be held
UW-Stevens Point students honored for excellence
The following students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point were honored for excellence in academic achievement:The UWSP student chapter of The Wildlife Society (TWS) won the national Student Chapter of the Year Award for the second year in a row and for the ninth time since 1994 when it began. The honor recognizes outstanding achievement, including the chapter’s extensive research work on a variety of species, inviting wildlife professionals to weekly meetings, attending and presenting research at
Bauernfeind Business Technologies Donates Copier to Taylor County WI Humane Society
MEDFORD, WI -- Bauernfeind Business Technologies (BBT), Marshfield, proudly announces the donation of a color copier to the Taylor County WI Humane Society (TCHS). “We are excited to partner with TCHS and help them fulfill their mission to educate the public on responsible pet ownership and serve as a no-kill shelter,” explains Thomas Bauernfeind, owner of Bauernfeind Business Technologies, Inc. TCHS Director Scott Schultz is excited to get the device. They have been using an inkjet copier,
Spring and winterim registration now open at Mid-State
Registration is now open for Mid-State Technical College’s winterim and spring terms. The College is emphasizing its ability to help new and continuing students find a perfect fit for their life and career goals. Winterim classes begin Jan. 2 and spring classes begin Jan. 20. Students can earn up to four credits in just three weeks during the winterim term with over 50 course sections being offered. Winterim is an opportunity to lighten the spring credit load or get ahead in program credits. It is also a
The search for extraterrestrial life will be focus of UWSP ‘Badger Talk’ event
A talk following the evolution in our search for life outside of Earth will take place as part of a “Badger Talk” at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in November. “How can we find other life in the universe?” will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1 in UW-Stevens Point Chemistry Biology Building, Room 105, 2101 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point. The free event hosted by Thomas Beatty, assistant professor of astronomy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he will discuss the search for life in distant
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Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Unveil Exciting 2024 Baseball Season Schedule
Wisconsin Rapids, WI – The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, a member of the Northwoods League, are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated 2024 season schedule. The 15th Wisconsin Rapids Rafters season will kick off on May 27th with an away game against the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, followed by Opening Day at Witter Field on May 28th, featuring a showdown against the Dock Spiders with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 PM. This season promises an action-packed schedule with games scheduled Monday
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Rekindle ‘Hot Stove’ Event for a Return in 2024
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wi — The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters are delighted to announce the eagerly awaited “Hot Stove” event, slated to take place at the Hotel Mead & Conference Center’s Ballroom on January 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. As the clock ticks towards the upcoming baseball season, the Rafters invite fans and community members to join them for an immersive experience, beginning with a lively Cocktail Hour at 6:00 PM with a cash bar. A buffet style dinner generously provided by Kellner Cafe, will
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