The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is the coordinating and oversight body for Wisconsin’s 16 public, two-year technical colleges that prepare students to thrive in the face of rapid changes in the workplace, creating economic vitality for individuals, employers and communities throughout the state.
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WTCS leaders looking ahead to Wisconsin’s workforce future
The morning after the Milwaukee Brewers punched their ticket to the World Series with a 6-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, leaders from Wisconsin's 16 technical colleges gathered for a different kind of high-stakes battle: keeping Wisconsin's workers and economy competitive in a rapidly changing world.
Wisconsin's Technical Colleges Are an Investment in Every Community's Future
Wisconsin's economic future starts with a skilled workforce. On September 2, the Wisconsin Technical College System Board approved its 2027-29 Biennial Budget Request, proposing a $168 million investment to prepare workers for in-demand careers and keep Wisconsin competitive. In this op-ed, WTCS Board Interim President Lindsay Blumer explains why investing in technical colleges is investing in Wisconsin.
WTCS Board Approves 2027-29 Budget Request
The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Board approved its 2027-29 budget request on September 2, seeking a $168 million investment in Wisconsin's most popular higher education system and most trusted skilled workforce engine.