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Mid-State launches new Advanced Meat Cutting and Butchery program

Mid-State Technical College is offering a new 27-credit Advanced Meat Cutting and Butchery technical diploma. The program builds skills in humane livestock processing, carcass fabrication, portion control, meat merchandising and retail management.

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Lincoln High School students can now earn an associate degree before graduation

A groundbreaking new opportunity is now available to Lincoln High School students, thanks to a partnership between Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools and Mid-State Technical College. The new Business Management Academy allows students to earn a full associate degree in Business Management, all while still in high school.

Wisconsin Rapids Campus of Mid-State Technical College.

Mid-State Technical College earns 10-year accreditation renewal from Higher Learning Commission

Mid-State Technical College proudly announces the reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) for another decade, effective June 30, 2025. The achievement underscores Mid-State’s commitment to maintaining exceptional educational quality and continuous improvement.

From left, Rebecca Sonnentag, executive vice president of marketing and communications at County Materials Corporation, and Dr. Shelly Mondeik, president of Mid-State Technical College, hold up the $200,000 donation from County Materials Corporation in support of the AMETATM Center, surrounded by staff from both organizations. The check presentation took place at the AMETA Center, in Stevens Point, Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025.

County Materials Corporation joins AMETA™ Center partner list with $200,000 gift

Mid-State Technical College is proud to welcome County Materials Corporation as its newest partner supporting Mid-State’s Wayne H. Bushman Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, and Apprenticeship (AMETA™) Center. The company’s $200,000 gift secures lifetime naming rights in one of the Center’s classrooms.

Mid-State announces spring 2025 Dean’s List

Mid-State Technical College has announced its Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester.

WATEA Co-Founder Jerry Brickner, left, and Mid-State Technical College President Dr. Shelly Mondeik hold a plaque of appreciation presented by Mid-State to WATEA honoring their three-year partnership to launch and deliver a free shuttle service for students. The plaque was presented at the shuttle celebration event held on Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus, June 16.

Mid-State Technical College, WATEA celebrate successful partnership to provide free student shuttle service

Mid-State Technical College and Wisconsin Automotive & Truck Education Association (WATEA) hosted an event to celebrate their successful three-year partnership to provide student transportation via the Mid-State shuttle. The event took place on Monday, June 16, at Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus.

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New Substance Use Disorder Counselor program available at Mid-State

Mid-State Technical College is offering a new Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) associate degree. Applications are now being accepted for the 67-credit program.

Mid-State Technical College students and faculty attend the 2025 Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference in Orlando May 7 – 11. From left: Annika Kildahl, Business Management student; Rhonda Martinson, Leadership Development student; Sharon Behrens, Mid-State Business Technology instructor and BPA club advisor; Michelle Lucek, Business Management student; and Tara Chapman, Digital Marketing student.

Mid-State BPA students place in the top 10 at National Leadership Conference

Four Mid-State Technical College students earned top rankings at the 2025 Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference held May 7 – 11 in Orlando.

Digital Marketing program students who competed in the MarketPlace Live simulation competition this spring as part of their Digital Marketing capstone class, placing in the top ten percent worldwide. From left: Morgan Breese, Haley Epstein and Amber Hollatz.

Three Mid-State Digital Marketing students rank in top ten percent globally

Three Mid-State Technical Digital Marketing students have placed in the top 10 percent in the worldwide simulation competition by Marketplace® Simulations, which is used by colleges and universities to assess competence in marketing strategy.

Mid-State Technical College ‘Chalk the College’ event image. The event will be held on Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Stevens Point Downtown Campus.

Community invited to Mid-State’s ‘Chalk the College’ event on Stevens Point Downtown Campus

Mid-State Technical College will host its inaugural Chalk the College event on Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Stevens Point Downtown Campus.