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
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
Your Wisconsin Rapids Salon Is Profitable — But Is It Financially Healthy?
Effective financial management for beauty salons means doing more than filling the appointment calendar — it means controlling expenses, diversifying revenue, and planning for the months when business slows. According to 2025 industry research, the U.S. beauty salon industry reached $48.0 billion in revenue across 121,144 companies, with average sales of $0.3 million per location. For salon owners in Wisconsin Rapids, the gap between strong revenue and genuine financial stability is where most of the real
