This February, FVTC Vice President Rayon Brown will put on his dancing shoes and show off his moves to raise money for charity. Along with nine other local leaders, Rayon will be participating in Just Dance 2026, a new community fundraising event presented by the U.S. Venture/Schmidt Family Foundation. The event pairs local leaders with

Fox Valley Technical College will host its Winter 2025 Commencement Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 12 at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. The event will celebrate graduates, their families and invited guests. It will include formal remarks by several speakers, the presentation of candidates, and the conferring of degrees. Chris Dexter, a

It’s a week to celebrate our students as we prepare for commencement. We’re proud to recognize four outstanding individuals who were nominated by FVTC faculty and staff for the honor of serving as the 2025 Winter Commencement Speaker. Paula Grambsch, Kimberly Henley, LeAnn Wierzba, and Vaab Xiong each represent the dedication and spirit of Fox

When Brynn Drexler walks into the toddler room at Fox Valley Technical College’s Parent Child Center, a dozen tiny faces light up. As an Assistant Teacher, she spends her days with one-year-olds eager to learn, play and grow. “I love watching them grow every single day,” she says. “Seeing them pick up something new—it’s amazing

When Chef Kate Konen moves to the podium to deliver her commencement address at FVTC’s 2025 Winter Commencement, she’ll likely feel a sense of déjà vu. Ten years ago, Kate stood at the same microphone. Back then, she was speaking as a student commencement speaker, addressing her fellow graduates. Kate has had a fulfilling career

Career Program: Supply Chain ManagementOriginally From: ShioctonCurrent Residence: Little ChuteYear Started at FVTC: Fall 2023 Why did you choose this career program? I chose this field because I have always loved working in materials and logistics. I enjoy the challenges that come with keeping supply chains moving efficiently and finding solutions whenever an obstacle arises. What are you learning about

Welding is a critical area that supports the success of Wisconsin manufacturers and Fox Valley Technical College’s Welding and Fabrication programs are at the heart of this thriving sector. In a recent Focus on Careers conversation with WHBY’s Hayley Tenpas, department chair Craig Schmidt outlines the three different educational options for students. He also explains

The shelves are stocked, and once again, Fox Valley Technical College is grateful to community partner J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc for a generous donation of SAFEGEAR® personal protection equipment (PPE). This latest contribution builds on an initial gift and includes co-branded jackets, vests and safety glasses – adding about 25% more gear to fill

Career Program: Supply Chain ManagementOriginally From: ShioctonCurrent Residence: Little ChuteYear Started at FVTC: Fall 2023 Why did you choose this career program? I chose this field because I have always loved working in materials and logistics. I enjoy the challenges that come with keeping supply chains moving efficiently and finding solutions whenever an obstacle arises. What are you learning about

Career Program: Greenhouse Operations and Landscape HorticultureOriginally From: GreenwoodCurrent Residence: AppletonYear Started at FVTC: 2024 Why did you choose this career program? I love working outside in nature and understanding how plants grow what they need to live. I find it rewarding to get a harvest from a plant to make some awesome dishes. I love getting my hand dirty and

Career Program: Baking and Pastry ManagementOriginally From: Highland ParkCurrent Residence: AppletonYear Started at FVTC: 2024 Why did you choose this career program? I love how food brings people together and how you can show love to people around you by sharing baked goods. I want my career to feel like I’m hosting dinner parties all the time, and that’s what a

Career Program: Therapeutic MassageOriginally From: New LondonCurrent Residence: AppletonYear Started at FVTC: 2025 Why did you choose this career program? The job I have now is not a career, and of course, I had my mom and other people I look up to telling me I can’t do this forever. I thought the same thing but didn’t know what else I

Career Program: Residential Building and ConstructionOriginally From: NeenahCurrent Residence: NeenahYear Started at FVTC: 2025 Why did you choose this career program? I enjoy hands on work and using problem solving skills on a daily basis. Home building has always been something that I found a great amount of interest in whether it would be working for someone else or even building

Career Program: Digital Marketing Originally From: AppletonCurrent Residence: NeenahYear Started at FVTC: 2025 Why did you choose this career program? 7 years ago, I started a portrait photography business, Painting with Light, with no idea how to run a business. I learned as much as I could along the way, but I didn’t learn enough. What are you learning about your

Aniya Stamper will provide the student address at the FVTC Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 18. Career Program: Web Development & Design SpecialistOriginally From: FloridaCurrent Residence: AppletonAge: 21Years of Attendance at FVTC:  Fall 2023-Spring 2025 Why did you choose to study this field? As an academic journey through my pursuit of science, I’ve explored scientific fields such

Career Program: Greenhouse Operations Originally From: Waupun Current Residence: Appleton Age: 31 Years of Attendance at FVTC: Spring 2024 – Spring 2025  Why did you choose to study this field?  I chose greenhouse operations because I’ve always been drawn to working with plants and watching things grow. There’s something deeply rewarding about nurturing life and knowing that my work contributes to sustainable