Information Technology

Associate degree option starts in fall With the start of a new fall semester, comes the start of several new learning opportunities at Fox Valley Technical College. We’re highlighting the new way students can earn an associate degree as a Data Specialist by answering five frequently asked questions about the new program.  Matthew Dorn, Information

Fall 2020 Remote working fuels need for IT technicians. If we’ve learned anything from 2020, it’s that more people than ever before are working from home.  This means increased demands on information technology (IT) services and infrastructure. As a result, IT careers have become even more in-demand as businesses work to develop new solutions to support work-from-home

Spring 2020 Fox Valley Tech fits the innovative lifestyle of Mike Bray. When looking at colleges, Mike Bray realized Fox Valley Technical College would keep him out of debt while offering many opportunities to pursue a passion. “The Tech gives me flexibility to work, attend classes and engage in hobby projects,” notes the 22-year-old from

IT-Network Specialist Career Program: IT-Network SpecialistHometown: ManawaCurrent Residence: ManawaAge: 19Attended FVTC: 2017 – Present Why did you choose the IT-Network Specialist​ program? I chose to study this field for two reasons. First, I have always enjoyed learning new things, and IT is changing every day so there is always something new to learn. In addition to that, I

Fall 2018 Jorge Reyes Entrepreneur Jorge Reyes fell in love with technology while learning English.​ Originally from Toluca, Mexico, 38-year-old Jorge Reyes once planned for a career in his native land as an English translator. “I started at Fox Valley Tech by taking English Language Learning (ELL) classes,” he says. “At the same time, I enrolled in

IT – Network Systems Administration Career Program: IT – Network Systems AdministrationHometown: WeyauwegaCurrent Residence: Big FallsAge: 50Attended FVTC: Spring 2016 – Spring 2018 Why did you choose the IT – Network Systems Administration program? I have computer experience, and the hardware and connectivity side interests me. I get satisfaction from connecting hardware to make a system work

Jes Borland Fox Valley Technical College has named Microsoft MVP and Information Technology graduate Jes Borland its 2018 Alumni of the Year recipient. Borland is a 2008 graduate of the college’s Software Developer program. Currently she serves as a field engineer for Microsoft after earning the company’s prestigious international MVP award. In this role, she provides support, training, and education to Microsoft’s premier customers.

Spring 2018 Jes Borland This IT star demonstrates the value women bring to technology-related careers.​ Going to Fox Valley Technical College was the best career decision Jes Borland ever made. “I was working in customer service at a tech company when I decided to return to school,” says the Neenah native. “I chose Fox Valley

The student Information Technology (IT) Help Desk on the Appleton campus received a new name thanks to the support of the Bemis Company Foundation. A recent $50,000 gift from the Bemis Company Foundation to the Fox Valley Technical College Foundation will be used to help make education affordable for lower-income families as part of the Foundation’s Promise initiative. In appreciation