WTCS graduates earn high marks from employers, deliver strong workforce outcomes
Wisconsin employers continue to express overwhelming confidence in graduates of the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), citing strong skills, workforce readiness and educational quality, according to the newly released 2026 WTCS Employer Satisfaction Report. Employers reported that statewide:97% were satisfied with technical college graduates' education96% would hire a WTCS graduate again92% would recommend a technical college graduate to other employers97% of employers said their local technical
Mid-State Technical College hosts inaugural Tactical Strength & Readiness Symposium
Mid-State Technical College, in partnership with Advanced Tactical Medicine, hosted the inaugural Tactical Strength & Readiness Symposium July 21–22, 2026, bringing together professionals from 25 public safety agencies representing law enforcement, fire, EMS, emergency management, corrections and other first responder disciplines. The two-day symposium was designed to strengthen the readiness, resilience and effectiveness of those who serve their communities by providing practical strategies, expert
Mid-State announces spring 2026 Dean’s List
Mid-State Technical College has announced its Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester. This recognition is reserved for Mid-State students who have enrolled in six or more credits and have earned a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 during the semester. The list is sorted by student’s city of residence and last name. Cities are in Wisconsin unless otherwise indicated. Abbotsford: Cooper Henrickson. Adams: Jenna Austin, Laila Bork, Clairice Brown, Christina Cooper, Kayla Dedeyne, Cody
Families gather for fifth annual Mid-State, Rafters community event
Mid-State Technical College and the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters welcomed families to the College's Wisconsin Rapids Campus this week for the fifth annual Rafters Meet-and-Greet and Cuts 4 Kids event. The community tradition combined player meet-and-greets with free haircuts to help students get ready for the new school year. Nearly 120 haircuts were provided to local children, as well as Rafters players and staff. Families enjoyed a variety of interactive activities throughout the event, collecting autographs
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
