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Two Mid-State Technical College graduates just after receiving their diplomas at the spring commencement on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, May 16, 2026.

Mid-State Technical College’s spring 2026 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, May 16. Out of a class of 780 graduates across the College's campuses, over 250 crossed the stage to receive their diploma.

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Mid-State Technical College Nursing program graduate Katie Hames receives her nursing pin from Mid-State Nursing Instructor Kristi Busscher during the College’s pinning ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, May 19.

Mid-State Technical College recognized the achievements of its 37 Nursing program graduates in a pinning ceremony May 19 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 faculty who have helped the students succeed throughout the program. 

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Tactical Strength & Readiness Symposium logo.

Mid-State Technical College’s Workforce & Economic Development division is proud to host the Tactical Strength & Readiness Symposium, a two-day event designed to equip public safety professionals with the tools they need to perform at their best—physically, mentally and under pressure. 

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Leadercast logo with Mid-State's four campus locations hosting the conference on December 10.

Mid-State Technical College will host Leadercast: Legacy of Impact on Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., bringing one of the world’s most respected leadership development experiences to each Mid-State campus—Wisconsin Rapids, Marshfield, Stevens Point Downtown, and Adams.

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Mid-State Technical College graduates during the processional of the College’s spring 2025 commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. This year’s fall ceremony will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. – Mid-State Technical College will host its mid-year graduation with an indoor ceremony at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The event is designed to celebrate all graduating students, their families and invited guests.

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Tree Tech 2025 participants get chainsaw training by arboriculture professionals at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus.

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.

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Mid-State’s fall 2025 Nursing graduates in the days leading up to their December 13 graduation and December 16 pinning ceremony on the College’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus.

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 faculty who have helped the students reach their goals. 

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Mid-State Technical College President Dr. Shelly Mondeik congratulates a graduate during the presentation of diplomas at Mid-State’s fall commencement on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Dec. 13, 2025.

Mid-State Technical College’s fall 2025 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, Dec. 13. Out of a class of 541 graduates across the College's campuses, over 150 crossed the stage to receive their diploma.

“As you look back at your time here, I hope truly that you remember the moments that changed you,” said Mid-State President Dr. Shelly Mondeik in her address to the graduating class. “These are the moments that forged the confidence that you will carry today and onward.”

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Elusive Hill Dairy’s BouMatic 72-cow rotary milking parlor.

Mid-State Technical College will host its 49th Annual Farm Tour, presented by Fox Cities Builders, on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The long-running event brings together farmers, agribusiness professionals, students and community members for a hands-on day focused on applied research, practical decision-making and real-world agricultural practices. 

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Elizabeth Smart on stage, addressing an audience.

Mid-State Technical College will host Elizabeth Smart for an inspiring and powerful community presentation, “From Survival to Strength: Resilience in the Face of Trauma,” on Tuesday, April 7, at 7 p.m. at the Sentry Theater, 1800 North Point Drive, in Stevens Point.