Post-Secondary
Supporting post-secondary education is vital for driving innovation and addressing complex global challenges. Higher education institutions equip students with advanced knowledge and technical skills essential for pioneering new technologies and creating sustainable solutions. Encouraging more students to pursue post-secondary education in such as engineering and design not only strengthens industry competitiveness but also ensures a continuous stream of informed, skilled professionals who can lead and inspire future generations.
Wanek Center of Innovation
The Ronald and Joyce Wanek Foundation and Western Technical College are thrilled to announce their partnership to establish the Wanek Center of Innovation. This state-of-the-art facility will be dedicated to advanced manufacturing education and training, positioned to become a catalyst for economic growth in Western Wisconsin by serving as a leader in skills development for the future workforce.
Joyce Wanek Center for Art and Design
The state-of-the-art classroom, located on the third floor of Western’s Integrated Technology Center, is a first-class facility designed to meet the needs of Western’s interior design program. The interior design program will provide instruction to students allowing them to excel in a variety of settings, such as residential design and architectural firms, kitchen and bath studios, furnishing manufacturers, construction companies and sale showrooms.
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“It really does bridge a gap and bring academics closer together with industry.”
Josh Gamer, Dean of Integrated Technology, Western Technical College