Mid-State celebrates spring 2026 commencement at Wisconsin Rapids Campus
Mid-State Technical College’s spring 2026 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, May 16. Out of a class of 780 graduates across the College's campuses, over 250 crossed the stage to receive their diploma. “Now you stand at the threshold of a new chapter,” said Mid-State President Dr. Shelly Mondeik in her address to the graduating class. “My hope is simple for all of you. Use everything that you’ve gained here—the skills
Technical college presidents respond to governor’s budget surplus proposal
College leaders clarify proposal shifts funding rather than creating new long-term investment in workforce education All 16 presidents of the Wisconsin Technical College System (Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Fox Valley Technical College, Moraine Park Technical College, Mid-State Technical College, Northcentral Technical College, Gateway Technical College, Blackhawk Technical College, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, Nicolet Technical College, Milwaukee Area Technical College, Chippewa
Mid-State’s Andrew Dewitt receives statewide safety award
Mid-State Technical College Director of Safety & Security Andrew Dewitt has been named a recipient of the J. Timothy Greene Risk Impact Award, recognizing outstanding leadership in campus safety and risk management across the Wisconsin Technical College System. Presented by Districts Mutual Insurance (DMI), the award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to safety, often through behind-the-scenes efforts that create safer learning environments. Dewitt was recognized for his
News Release: 5/11/2026
Heike O'Day just successfully completed a week of training with the Texas School for Professional Photography in Addison, TX. Her instructor, Carl Caylor of Iron Mountain, MI taught four full days of seeing and using naturally available light, using additional lighting sources, choosing locations and backgrounds and camera settings appropriate to the model's outfits and the clients' requests and your own ideas for the final portrait. Though around 800 photographers of all skill levels and from all over the
Mid-State hosts regional New Ideas Pitch Challenge
Students present business ideas at entrepreneurship competition Mid-State Technical College hosted the New Ideas Pitch Challenge on April 21 at its Stevens Point Downtown Campus LEAD Center, bringing together students from across Wisconsin technical colleges to present innovative business ideas and compete for top honors. The regional entrepreneurship competition featured 10 student participants representing multiple colleges, including Fox Valley Technical College, Nicolet Technical College, Northeast
Mid-State hosts Admit Day, awards $5,000 Big Decision Scholarship
Mid-State Technical College welcomed approximately 60 high school seniors and their families to its annual Admit Day, recognizing students who have chosen to continue their education at Mid-State. The event, held in alignment with National College Decision Day, gave students the opportunity to celebrate their admission, connect with faculty and advisors and take the next steps toward starting their college journey. This year more than 1,600 high school seniors were automatically admitted to Mid-State
Mid-State’s spring 2026 commencement set for May 16
Mid-State Technical College will host its spring graduation on Saturday, May 16. The outdoor ceremony is designed to celebrate all graduating students, their families and invited guests. The event begins at 11 a.m. on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. Civil Engineering Technology-Highway Technician graduate Sam Jerry, Birchwood, will deliver the student address. The faculty send-off will be delivered by Michael Johnson, Civil Engineering Technology-Highway Technician instructor. The event will also feature a
The Aspen Institute names Mid-State Technical College as a semifinalist for $1 million Aspen Prize
Mid-State named one of 25 community colleges advancing in national prize recognizing excellent student outcomes Today, the Aspen Institute (Aspen) named Mid-State Technical College as one of 25 semifinalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Rooted in deep research and backed by $1 million in award money, the Aspen Prize is the nation’s signature recognition of community colleges that deliver value for their students. “This recognition from the Aspen Institute is both an honor
Mid-State students earn Reserve Grand Champion at statewide meat processors competition
Students in Mid-State Technical College’s Advanced Meat Cutting and Butchery program earned Reserved Grand Champion honors in the Fresh Traditional Bratwurst category at the 2026 Wisconsin Specialty Meat Championships, held in conjunction with the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors (WAMP) Convention. Competing against nearly 800 entries from professional meat processors across the state and beyond, Mid-State students stood out in one of the most competitive divisions of the event. The Wisconsin
Honor Flight Returns to CWA - 1 June 2026
An Honor Flight will be returning to the Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) on 1 June 2026. All Veterans and community members are asked to attend if possible. The Honor Flight flys veterans (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) to DC for the day then return back to CWA around 10pm. Cost for the trip is free for Veterans. Their return CWA is a huge public event where the halls are lined to give these Veterans a hearty welcome home. If you can come, please plan to arrive hours in advance, to ensure a parking space. If
