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Joseph Shenkar
Joseph "Hilik" Shenkar, Midlands Technical College’s 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, received his Associate in Arts degree from Midlands Technical College in 2005 before going on to become Assistant Solicitor and Special Assistant United States Attorney. He said MTC provided the pivotal
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Photographer and Videographer | Training Certificate
The Photographer and Videographer program is a focused training certificate designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of media creation. This program builds a strong foundation in both photography and videography, preparing students to confidently use their equipment and begin creating
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Devin Henson
“The Differential Equations math class I taught at MTC launched a high altitude weather balloon (HAB) with a GoPro camera. From planning, design, setup, launch, and retrieval, this first-of-its-kind project at MTC was made possible only because of the full funding provided by the MTC Foundation. The
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Midlands Technical College Students Inducted into Nation's Largest Leadership Honor Society in 2018
The Midlands Technical College Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) celebrated the induction of 57 new student members selected for membership based on either academic standing or leadership potential.
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MTC Commission Names Dr. James L. Hudgins as President Emeritus
Dr. Hudgins was MTC’s third president, serving from 1986-1999.
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MTC Student First in College’s History to Earn Perfect Score on Physical Therapy Assistant Licensing Board Exam
Midlands Technical College Physical Therapist Assistant student Kaitlin Courtnay achieved a perfect score on her Physical Therapist Assistant Licensing Board Exam, the first student in the college’s history to do so.
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Leading MTC Professor Recognized by National Group
Dr. Robert Gilmer earned the 2020 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Southern Region Faculty Award.
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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation Awards $25,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation
Funding supports hands-on welding training that prepares students for the workforce
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Inaugural SC Scholastic Esports State Championship Held at Midlands Tech
Midlands Technical College hosted the inaugural SC Scholastic Esports State Championship on Saturday, May 10 in the Center for Business and Information Technologies.
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Midlands Technical College Announces Finalists of Presidential Search
Four candidates are being considered to replace Dr. Ron Rhames this Summer.
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SCBIO and Midlands Technical College Debut New Biopharma Certificate Program to Develop Talent for State’s Fastest-Growing Industry
MTC, industry leaders collaborate on developing “critical curriculum” to expand talent pool; inaugural class filled within 48 hours of registration opening
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What Worked in Workforce in 2025
The experiences of WP Rawl and the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) demonstrate that prioritizing leadership development and accessible growth pathways is one of the most effective ways to strengthen recruitment, retention, and workforce resilience in a competitive labor market.
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Something Larger than Myself
Johnathan D. McFadden's time fishing with his father, becoming a Marine, and serving as a Midlands Technical College Ambassador while studying radiology all helped point him in the direction of lifelong success.
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Certified Nursing Assistant | Academic Certificate
As a nursing assistant, graduates can work in-home care, assisted living and long-term care facilities, rehab centers, and acute care hospitals. MTC offers this pathway to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. The Nursing Assistant certificate will provide a foundation in health care careers
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Midlands Technical College Graduates 500+ Students
The annual commencement was on May 4 at the Colonial Life Arena.
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Fifth-Annual High School Welding Competition at Midlands Technical College
Midlands Technical College (MTC) held its fifth-annual High School Welding Skills Competition on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Welding Technologies Center on the Airport Campus.
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MTC and USC Collaborate for Design Challenge
Students from Midlands Technical College’s Machine Tool Technology program and the University of South Carolina Aerospace Engineering program completed a design challenge during the Fall semester.
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Students Celebrate Higher Education in South Carolina
MTC students and leaders participate in S.C. Higher Education Day at the State House.
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School of Health Care Day
On Monday, September 20, we showcase the college's pathways in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Patient Care, Emergency Medicine, Imaging, and more.
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"The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" Wraps Up National Theatre Live ON SCREEN Series at HT@MTC
See the thrilling play from London’s West End on the big screen
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High School Students with Disabilities Complete Successful MTC Job-Training Program with a BOOM
High school students from three area school districts graduated from a collaborative job-training program at Midlands Technical College called Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM).
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Columbia’s Future: Education is the Equalizer
The State newspaper in Columbia published an op-ed by MTC President Dr. Ron Rhames.
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Scholarships for Veterans
This month, the MTC Foundation hosted the 2021 MTC Golf Classic with presenting sponsor Hood Construction. The event will net approximately $50,000 in support of scholarships specifically for veterans and their families.
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Finding the Right Fit
Nearly 3 of 4 students entering college don't know what they want to study. Changing majors costs students extra money and time – time they could be in the workplace earning a living.
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Emma Anderson
Midlands Technical College officially opened its new Veterans Success Center on the Beltline Campus for service members and veterans to connect and network. The center is home to the only VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) site in South Carolina, designated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. "If
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Turning Big Ideas into the American Dream
Being a successful business owner has been the “American Dream” for many individuals, but Tom Ledbetter, MTC’s Associate Vice Provost for Entrepreneurship and Educational Support, says communities across the country are beginning to see the value of growing their own entrepreneurs to make sure the local economy is able to keep pace with the future.
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Registered Nurse (ADN) | Associate in Applied Science
The Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to incorporate a base of biological and social sciences with the knowledge and skills necessary for the practice of nursing in the Registered Nurse (RN) role. The role of the associate degree nurse (ADN) builds on the basic knowledge and practice of
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Brandon Langston
Langton’s high school offered many trade programs, and through their career center, he chose commercial graphics. That program sparked his interest and drove him to enroll in MTC’s Commercial Graphics Associate Degree program. “Starting college, I was immature and thought I knew it all,” Langston
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TCube Solutions
TCube Solutions is investing $1.7 million and adding 100 new jobs as it prepares to move into its new home in the Bull Street First Base Building in Columbia, S.C. Midlands Technical College offers companies like TCube a blueprint for success by providing an exceptional talent pool of first-class
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Midlands Technical College Celebrates 8th Annual Harbison History Day
Black History Month celebration welcomes graduates back to historic campus.
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Women of Impact at MTC
We are proud to spotlight the formidable females who work tirelessly on behalf of our students, our communities, and our families.
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Weather Watch: MTC Monitors Hurricane Michael
Midlands Technical College is in touch with state and local officials, and we will keep you updated on this webpage with developments related to MTC.
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On the Radio: Discussing Non-traditional Career Paths
On Sunday June 9, Midlands Technical College's Miranda Y. Bates was a guest on The BigDM 101 radio program "Onpoint! With Cynthia Hardy."
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"Nephron Announces 2021 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Graduates"
Nephron reports that the cohort is most successful in company history with a 100% graduation rate and 3.5 GPA.
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Midlands Technical College Reschedules Graduation Ceremony
Event recognizing students to be held in December
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Midlands Technical College Vice President Elected to Regional Office
Debbie M. Walker to serve Southern Association of College and University Business Officers as their president.
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The College Center Hosts its Third Class of Dual Enrollment Graduates from Lexington One
On Thursday, April 30, 2026, The College Center (TCC) celebrated its third graduating class of dually enrolled students during the stole ceremony held on campus each year. Each of the 28 TCC graduates walk away from the program with both a high school diploma from TCC and an associate degree from Midlands Technical College (MTC).
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Physical Therapist Assistant | Associate in Applied Science
The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical health care worker who carries out patient treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The assistant works to relieve pain and/or increase function in patients via therapeutic application of heat, cold, light, water
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Real Prepared: Corporate Investments with MTC Build Talent Pipeline
Midlands Technical College and the Columbia Chamber of Commerce are joining forces and launching the Midlands Youth Apprenticeship program
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Dental Hygiene | Associate in Applied Science
Start your career in a dental office providing preventive oral care. Dental Hygiene graduates consistently perform at a high level on licensure exams, and they go on to practice as Registered Dental Hygienists. The Dental Hygiene Associate Degree includes instruction in principles of preventive oral
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Community College Business Officers Honor Dr. Ronald L. Rhames
The Community College Business Officers honored Midlands Technical College President, Dr. Ronald L. Rhames, for his service to the college and organization.
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Real Results: Growing Businesses with Online Training
Businesses looking to expand their training capacity and their revenue are discovering MTC’s flexible online training capabilities.
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Harlem 100 Featuring Mwenso & the Shakes Brings Ruckus and Classic Sound to Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College on October 11
Celebrating the cultural revolution of this NYC neighborhood, this live variety show features music and dance from the famous era