Fox 6 -- Hundreds of people packed Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) in Pewaukee on Thursday night, Jan. 22, for a friendly competition. On the surface, the goal was to fill bags and boxes with food. But the "Race to Feed" is more about filling stomachs.

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Mid-State Technical College announces AI Data Specialist program, collaboration with WCTC

WSAU -- Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids has announced a new associate’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, focused on optimizing AI tools to help businesses work smarter and use data responsibly and effectively to drive innovation. It is a collaboration with Waukesha County Technical College.

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Survey shows strong public trust in WTCS for affordability, job outcomes and transfer opportunities

wtcsystem.edu -- A new statewide survey shows growing confidence in the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), with two-thirds of Wisconsin residents holding a favorable opinion of the System and its colleges.

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Manufacturing Happy Hour Podcast: How manufacturers can leverage AI

Manufacturing Happy Hour-- Learn insights from a roundtable of guests -- including Rich Barnhouse, Ph.D., Waukesha County Technical College; Amanda Payne, Waukesha County Business Alliance; Guido Mazza, ITER IDEA; and Caleb Bryant, a student pivoting into AI after 20 years in lending -- about how small manufacturers are applying AI today, from eliminating scheduling headaches to streamlining quoting and contracts.

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MEDIA ALERT: Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County’s Toy Shop to be held at Waukesha County Technical College

The Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County is moving its annual toy shop to WCTC, to provide additional 7,000 square feet of space to support growth and the organization’s mission of providing toys, books and winter essentials to children in need.

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Mark your calendars: WCTC to heat up winter with second annual Smoke & Sizzle Firehouse Chef Cook-Off

WCTC is set to crank up the heat this February with the return of the Smoke & Sizzle Firehouse Chef Cook-Off. The event is a friendly competition to determine who holds the top culinary bragging rights among local first responders, while also raising funds for WCTC students in Fire/EMS and Culinary programs.

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Executive Insights: WCTC leads Wisconsin’s workforce future with AI innovation (video)

Milwaukee Business Journal -- WCTC's President and CEO Rich Barnhouse chats with Milwaukee Business Journal Publisher Heather Ladage about WCTC and the Wisconsin Technical College System. He shared information about how WCTC is growing its artificial intelligence programs, the strength of the College's faculty and staff, and how WCTC is helping reshape the future of higher education.

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Student profile: Meet Caleb Bryant, AI Data Specialist, Data and Analytics Specialist

After more than 20 years working in finance, Caleb Bryant knew he was ready for a change. Unhappy with certain aspects of his career path, he wanted something more challenging and satisfying. He realized his dream of a career change was within reach after attending an open house.

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Time to celebrate: WCTC graduates to cross the stage at fall commencement

Waukesha County Technical College is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to honor its successful 2025 graduates at the fall commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. Graduates, including Outstanding Student Award (OSA) recipients, will be honored.

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MEDIA ALERT: WCTC to host gBETA showcase featuring two international startups

Five startups, including two international companies, are completing a seven-week gBETA accelerator program at WCTC's Applied AI Lab. As a culmination of their hard work, founders will participate in the Fall 2025 gBETA Showcase next week.

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