Nursing graduates recognized in Mid-State’s fall 2025 pinning ceremony
Mid-State Technical College recognized the achievements of its 45 Nursing program completers in a pinning ceremony December 16 on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. Graduates were joined by their family and friends at the celebration. The nursing pinning ceremony is a celebratory endcap to a nursing student’s academic journey and a bridge between nursing school and a nursing career. It honors and celebrates nursing students and their path to becoming a nurse. It is also a day of celebration for the nursing
Tree Tech 2025 highlights high-demand arboriculture careers and hands-on industry connections
Next event announced for November 6, 2026 Mid-State’s Tree Tech 2025 was held Nov. 14 at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. The day was a showcase of hands-on arboriculture training for high school juniors and seniors as well as the College’s Arboriculture students, alums and industry partners. The event highlighted the versatility, excitement and growing career demand within the arboriculture industry, an essential field supporting environmental health, community safety and critical infrastructure
Angel Laidlaw named Mid-State Technical College 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient
Mid-State Technical College has named Angel Laidlaw, president and CEO of Centergy, Inc., as its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. “Angel’s story is a powerful example of the transformative impact of technical education,” said Nikki Dhein, Foundation & Alumni director. “Her leadership, commitment to community and continued partnership with Mid-State truly embody what this award represents. We are honored to recognize her accomplishments and the many ways she continues to strengthen our region.” A
