General Studies, Languages & Cultures

Caedence Porrey always knew she wanted to earn a bachelor’s degree. She just wasn’t sure where to start. “When I first started looking at schools, I realized how expensive it can get,” she says. “Then I learned that I could take all my general education courses at Fox Valley Technical College and transfer them to

Professional Communications student Evan Olson has been selected as Fox Valley Technical College’s 2026 Wisconsin Technical College System Ambassador, an honor that recognizes outstanding students from across the state. In this role, Evan will advocate on behalf of the college about the importance and value of technical education in Wisconsin. When Evan first considered his

For Liz Mileski, teaching isn’t just a career, it’s a calling that began in elementary school and evolved into a role where she helps adults strengthen their skills and believe in themselves. She started her career as a middle school and special education teacher and loved using her creativity to help students learn. Today, Liz

With enrollment growing and new programs launching, Fox Valley Technical College is preparing students for the future of work while meeting the needs of today’s employers.  Dr. Jennifer Lanter, Vice President of Learning and Chief Academic Officer, joined WHBY’s Hayley Tenpas to talk about FVTC’s growing University Transfer Degree options, high-demand healthcare programs and new offerings

Graduation season extended into the summer as 39 students recently earned their high school diplomas through Fox Valley Technical College’s Adult Education offerings. The graduates had been working over the past year to secure their high school credential in one of two ways: some graduates completed the General Education Development credential, which is more commonly

What happens when you take the classroom halfway across the world? For a group of Fox Valley Technical College students, the answer is new insights, unforgettable memories and a deeper understanding of their fields. This May and June, FVTC had a total of four study abroad programs that gave students the chance to travel, learn

Career Program: University Transfer Associate of Science and Nursing Originally From: NepalCurrent Residence: MenashaYear Started at FVTC: Fall 2024 Why did you choose this career program? I’ve always wanted to work in healthcare but wasn’t sure which path to take. As I grew up, I realized how vital nurses are in patient care, always by their side, which inspired me

Since launching in January of 2023, the University Transfer Degree (UTD) program at Fox Valley Technical College has gained popularity among students who want to start their college career stay close to home and complete their general education requirements at a more affordable cost. With almost 400 students enrolled in the UTD program, graduates with

A week in Costa Rica during January sounds like a dream come true for most of us. Relaxing in the tropical air, sightseeing, learning about the culture and sampling local cuisine.    For Alexis Faul, it was all of that, and much more. In January 2025, she participated in a study abroad learning experience focusing