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Thursday | May 21, 2026

Building Safer Communities: NCJTC Reaches Thousands in 2025

In 2025, the National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) at Fox Valley Technical College reached more professionals than ever before, strengthening public safety efforts across the U.S. and beyond. For over 30 years, NCJTC has placed an emphasis upon providing training and technical assistance to rural, tribal and underserved communities. The 2025 Impact Report provides insight

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Wednesday | May 20, 2026

Father and Son Share Milestone at Law Enforcement Academy

Over the past decade, Tim Hufschmid has guided hundreds of recruits as director of the Law Enforcement Recruit Academy. Earlier this month, he led his final full academy, closing out 32 classes and 840 graduates. What made this class especially meaningful was not just the milestone, but who was among the recruits. Tim’s son, Aidan,

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Monday | May 18, 2026

From Classroom to Career for the Class of 2026

With a turn of the tassel from right to left, Fox Valley Technical College students marked a milestone moment. They became graduates. The Class of 2026—1,007 graduates earning associate degrees and technical diplomas—gathered Sunday, May 17 at the UW Oshkosh Kolf Sports Center for commencement. The ceremony featured remarks from several speakers, followed by the

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Friday | May 15, 2026

Celebrating the Class of 2026

It’s almost time! Fox Valley Technical College is excited to host the spring commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026. The event will be held Sunday, May 17 at 1:00 p.m. at the UW Oshkosh Kolf Sports Center. It will include formal remarks by several speakers, the presentation of candidates and the conferring of degrees.

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Monday | May 11, 2026

Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Officer Margarita Velasco

Margarita Velasco grew up in Fond du Lac and chose to build her life and career there. After starting in finance, Margarita returned to school to pursue her dream of becoming a police officer. At FVTC, she earned an associate degree in Criminal Justice and immediately entered the FVTC Law Enforcement Recruit Academy, sponsored by

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Thursday | May 7, 2026

Celebrating Excellence at FVTC: 2026 Staff Awards

Congratulations to seven employees who were recently honored during the annual Fox Valley Technical College staff awards celebration. The event recognizes outstanding employee achievements in the areas of instruction, leadership, support services, community service and technology. Each award recipient was nominated by colleagues and selected by a committee of fellow employees. This year’s recipients are:

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Monday | May 4, 2026

Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Jeff Meverden

After nearly a decade practicing law in a small firm, Jeff Meverden found himself drawn to the classroom. Today, as the Department Chair for the Legal Studies/Paralegal and Digital Court Reporter programs, he brings real-world experience into every course he teaches, bridging theory and practice in a way that resonates with aspiring legal professionals. Jeff

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Thursday | April 30, 2026

When Training Became Real: EMT Students Save Their Instructor’s Life

“I was in this classroom doing the scenario, and the next thing I remember is Les James yelling at me to wake up… wake up.” Longtime Emergency Medical Services (EMS) adjunct instructor Karl Arps recounts the moment when life took a dramatic turn for him and his students. He was in the back of a

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Monday | April 27, 2026

Chris Hess Named Spring Commencement Speaker

Fox Valley Technical College is proud to welcome Chris Hess, President and Chief Executive Officer of Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW), as the Spring 2026 commencement speaker. Since stepping into his role in 2018, Hess has led Goodwill NCW with a focus on expanding mission impact and strengthening its mission‑integrated donated goods retail model. Guided