Mid-State Technical College

11/04/2026

Soon-to-be graduates: You’ve put in the work. Now tell us where it’s taking you. 🎓

A new job, another degree, or a new opportunity — we want to celebrate the many paths Mid-State graduates take after crossing the stage.

Submit your story for a chance to win one of three $50 Kwik Trip gift cards.

11/04/2026

A powerful community conversation about addiction, mental health, and hope is coming to Wisconsin Rapids.

On Tuesday, November 17, Mid-State will welcome nationally recognized speaker John Mabry. A former Hollywood actor with roles in “NCIS”, “ER”, and “Superbad”, Mabry now speaks openly about his own experience with alcoholism, addiction, loss, and recovery.

During this free community event, Mabry will share his ACT method—Acknowledge, Choose, Tell—as a practical way to begin speaking up, seeking help, and supporting meaningful conversations.

The free community event will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids. Advance registration is required.

Mid-State Technical College will host John Mabry, a former Hollywood actor (known for his roles in NCIS, ER, and Superbad), counselor, and nationally…

11/03/2026

Thinking about transferring to Mid-State this spring?

Five $1,000 Transfer Opportunity Scholarships are available for students transferring to Mid-State from another accredited college or university.

To be eligible, students must be accepted into a Mid-State associate or technical degree program and have attended another accredited postsecondary college or university within the last two semesters.

Apply to Mid-State, then complete the scholarship application by December 1.

11/03/2026

It’s National Career Development Month!

National Career Development Month was established as a time to focus on career growth and future career choices.

Throughout November, we are hosting events to help you or your student explore future careers, including:
• Engineering Tomorrow Lab ‑ Packaging
• Tree Tech
• Mid-State Tech-Con 2.1
• AMETA™ Center Tours
• PathwayU Workshop
• Discovery Days
• Campus Tours

11/02/2026

Mid-State is expanding its career pathways with a new Tree Health Specialist technical degree, created in response to evolving workforce needs in tree care and arboriculture.

The program adds a more specialized focus on tree health, giving students hands-on experience assessing trees, soil and root conditions, insects, and diseases while preparing for roles in tree health and plant health care.

10/31/2026

We’re hiring! Join our team as a Financial Aid Outreach Specialist.

Transform lives by serving as the lead point of contact for guiding students and families through the financial aid process. Provide exceptional customer service to prospective and current students on college financing options, including federal financial aid, veterans’ benefits, scholarships, and payment plans. Provide campus-based financial aid advising, outreach, and support to students throughout Mid-State’s district, with travel among campus locations as needed.

10/30/2026

Costumes, candy, and plenty of Halloween fun filled Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus last night! 🎃

More than 400 people joined us for Monster March at Mid-State, spending the evening trick-or-treating through campus, taking part in activities, and wrapping up the night with an outdoor movie.

Thank you to all of the families who celebrated with us and brought so much Halloween spirit to campus.

We’d love to see your photos and favorite moments you captured along the way.

10/28/2026

Today is National First Responders Day, a time to recognize the people who answer the call when our communities need them most.

Honoring first responders also means investing in the training and preparation behind every response. That’s at the heart of the Nexus Public Safety Center campaign: creating more opportunities for current and future first responders to train together in realistic, hands-on environments and prepare for the challenges they may face in the field.

As we recognize firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs, paramedics, and other emergency professionals today, we’re also looking ahead to how we can help prepare and support those who will protect our communities for generations to come.

10/27/2026

Join our team as a Career Development Coordinator at our Wisconsin Rapids Campus!

Transform lives by designing and coordinating career development programming, resources, and employer engagement opportunities that prepare students and alumni for successful workforce entry and advancement.

10/27/2026

Looking for a free, family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween?

Monster March at Mid-State returns Thursday, October 29, at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, with free trick-or-treating throughout campus from 4 to 6 p.m., door prizes, and a chance to meet Mid-State’s mascot, Grit.

New this year, families can stay for an outdoor showing of “Minions and Monsters” beginning at 5:30 p.m. Popcorn will be available, and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs.

The event is free and open to the public, and no registration is required.

10/26/2026

Emergency response on a farm can look very different from a typical call, and this past weekend, Mid-State worked with Pittsville Fire Company and the National Farm Medicine Center to help responders prepare for those unique challenges.

Agriculture Rescue Training returned to Marshfield with 80 registered participants from 33 agencies across four states. Over two days, responders built skills through classroom learning and hands-on scenarios involving tractor rollovers, equipment extrication, manure pits, grain bins, and large animals.

That same focus on realistic, scenario-based training is also helping shape Mid-State Technical College’s Nexus Public Safety Center project, which is designed to expand training opportunities for current and future first responders.

10/14/2026

Mid-State Technical College is proud to announce a $100,000 commitment from Gamber-Johnson to support the Nexus Public Safety Center and the future of public safety training across central Wisconsin.

The Stevens Point manufacturer has long supported first responders by manufacturing rugged mounting systems, docking stations, and vehicle equipment used by law enforcement, fire, and emergency response professionals. Now, Gamber-Johnson is partnering with Mid-State to invest in the education, training, and resources that prepare current and future public safety professionals to serve.

This commitment also highlights the important role local businesses can play in bringing Nexus to life and supporting a project designed to serve communities across central Wisconsin for years to come.