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Friday | December 19, 2025

Ten Years Later Chef Kate Proves How Plan B Can Lead to Extraordinary Success

When Kate Konen first spoke as the student commencement speaker at Fox Valley Technical College in 2015, she was a graduate with big dreams and a plan to build a better future for her family. A decade later, she’s back. But this time, the chef is back as an alum with a story that spans

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Wednesday | December 17, 2025

Winter Commencement Recap & Photo Gallery

On Friday, December 12, Fox Valley Technical College hosted its Winter 2025 Commencement Ceremony at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton. Chris Dexter, a graduate of the part-time Associate Degree Nursing program, delivered the student commencement address. Kate Konen, Culinary Solutions Chef at Jones Dairy Farm delivered the community commencement address. Kate made FVTC

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Friday | December 12, 2025

Celebrating the Class of 2025

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

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Thursday | December 11, 2025

Shout-Out to Our Student Speaker Nominees

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

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Monday | December 8, 2025

Former Student Speaker Returns to Podium for Commencement

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

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Thursday | November 20, 2025

Meet Student Commencement Speaker Chris Dexter

When Chris Dexter steps up to the podium at FVTC’s Winter Commencement in December, he’ll bring with him a story of service, perseverance and a passion for healthcare. Chris’s journey started more than 20 years ago when he joined the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Corpsman. For 12 years—including 18 months on active duty—he cared

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Monday | May 19, 2025

Photo Gallery: Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony

On Sunday, May 18, Fox Valley Technical College hosted its Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony at the Kolf Sports Center in Oshkosh. Aniya Stamper, a graduate of the Web Development & Design Specialist program, delivered the student commencement address. The commencement speaker was Bob Schulz, President of Pierce Manufacturing. In all, 1,037 associate degrees and technical diplomas were awarded

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Thursday | May 15, 2025

Time to Celebrate Spring Commencement

Fox Valley Technical College is excited to celebrate our graduates at the Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony. The event will be held Sunday, May 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Kolf Center in Oshkosh. It will include formal remarks by several speakers, the presentation of candidates, and the conferring of degrees. Aniya Stamper, a graduate of

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Monday | December 16, 2024

Photo Gallery: Winter 2024 Commencement Ceremony

On Friday, December 13, Fox Valley Technical College hosted its Winter 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. Madelyne R. Sosa-Jaramillo, a graduate of the Foundations of Teacher Education program, delivered the student commencement address. The commencement speaker was Hayley Tenpas, award-winning host of ‘Focus Fox Valley’ on WHBY. In all, 618 associate degrees and technical diplomas were awarded