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David Peacock
David Peacock spent 23 years serving the United States Air Force,* with multiple deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and other areas in the Middle East. After enduring several injuries on the battlefield during search and rescue missions, he was medically retired due to traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Construction | Training Certificate
This 180 hour program focuses training on the Dozer, Excavator and Front End Loader and takes approximately five months to complete. These are three pieces of heavy equipment most used by companies and local governments on various new construction projects as well as existing infrastructure
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Heavy Equipment Operator – Comprehensive | Training Certificate
This 360 hour program focuses training on the Backhoe Loader, Dozer, Motor Grader, Front End Loader, Excavator and Skid-Steer Loader. These are the six pieces of heavy equipment most used by companies and local governments on various new construction projects as well as existing infrastructure
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Transportation and Public Works | Training Certificate
This 180 hour program focuses training on the Backhoe Loader, Motor Grader, and Skid-Steer Loader. These are the three pieces of heavy equipment most used by municipalities and transportation departments in conducting maintenance on existing transportation, utility, and public works infrastructure
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Management | Associate in Applied Science
The management program is a well-rounded foundation that ensures that students will have the versatility and skills needed to excel in today's competitive business environment. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level management positions that could include sales, banking, transportation/logistics
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Management with Certificate in Entrepreneurship | Associate Degree
This program offers courses in problem-solving, communication skills, and critical thinking. Some coursework may be applied toward a bachelor’s degree by another institution. This pathway specializes in Entrepreneurship. Success in the business world requires knowledge of business technology and the
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Sociology | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a sociology concentration will help students develop a sophisticated understanding of the complex social world and build a strong set of analytical skills. Graduates of this program can enter career fields such as social services, law enforcement
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Building Construction Team Brings Home State Championship for Second Year
The reining building construction state champions advance to the national level for the second year in a row, with schools from across the country eyeing to take away their title.
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"Aphra Behn: Wanton. Wit. Woman." Makes World Premiere at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
The Performance Incubator Production Will Debut on April 13
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Dr. Bill Mulkey
Radiologic Technology program director MTC faculty member since 1972 "I am proud to be part of Midlands Technical College. Talk about a college that makes a difference! In 1972, I helped create a two-year associate degree in science that taught radiography at MTC. Our program combined clinical
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Sammie B. Taylor
After retiring from the Air Force, the Columbia native was introduced to LED lighting. From then on, Taylor began growing his business. “Back then, I couldn’t have imagined that LED lights would be a part of my future. I only learned about LED lights after deciding to help a friend with a business
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MTC’s Harbison History Day Introduces Free Art Exhibit Dedicated to the Forgotten Children of Slavery
To commemorate Black History Month and the long tradition of multicultural education offered at the Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus, MTC invited alumni of the historic Harbison Institute back to campus to preview a local art exhibit dedicated to the impact slavery had on African-American children.
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MTC Graduates 1,700+, including First Class to Earn Paramedic Certificates
Virtual ceremonies safely recognized student perseverance during pandemic.
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“Bad Day for a Drug Deal” – Mock Crime Scene
The School of Education and Public Service hosted a life-like learning event as part of the college’s Schools Week events.
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Midlands Technical College Receives Inaugural Award
The inaugural award recognizes training opportunities at Midlands Technical College that is helping to transform tomorrows.
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Integrated Information Technology | Associate Degree
An Associate’s Degree in Integrated Information Technology (IIT) is a two-year undergraduate program that combines core principles of information technology, computer systems, and business processes to prepare students for technical and administrative roles in IT environments. This degree is ideal
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Jessica Addison
"Midlands Technical College and the Michelin Technical Scholar Program put me in a job I love." I never planned for a career in manufacturing, but after earning my bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of South Carolina, I was job hunting for two years and couldn’t find a job I liked. I
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Midlands Technical College Holds Graduation for BOOM Construction Training Program
This year, Midlands Technical College (MTC) held a graduation ceremony on May 7, 2026, for the Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM) program. Nine students graduated with a 15-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certificate and a Residential Construction certificate. The BOOM program is a construction job-training program for high school students with disabilities, allowing them to receive hands-on, real-world experience in the construction field.
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MTC Students have the Upper Hand
Army Veteran Anthony Orosz spent the last 29 years pursuing higher education, attending multiple colleges and even receiving a prior degree. But this May, for the first time, he walked across the stage at a graduation ceremony.
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MTC Students Display Culinary Talents and Diverse Cultures
MTC ambassadors come together for the first-ever MTC Ambassador Potluck with President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames and college leadership.
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Sheldon Sumpter
"Midlands Technical College set me up to flourish. I was attending Clemson when life took an unexpected turn for my family. I ended up leaving school, coming back home to Columbia and going to work. After eight years of working, I decided to get back to my college plan. I thought I might want to go
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School of Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades Day
On Wednesday, September 22, we showcase the college's pathways in Automotive, Construction, Commercial Graphics, Machining, Electrical, HVAC, Landscaping, Mechatronics, Welding, and more.
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Job Training that Booms
MTC continues defining new pathways for students to find employment while addressing critical workforce needs.
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Midlands Technical College, Local School District Officials Strategize on How Students Can Get Great Jobs Quickly
For three years, Midlands Technical College and representatives from every school district in Lexington, Richland, and Fairfield counties have participated in annual summits to shape realistic solutions for high school students to get the education needed to find good-paying jobs upon graduation.
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Joe and Shanita D'Angelo
It’s a love story that Joe and Shanita D’Angelo say blossomed on the Midlands Technical College Beltline Campus. “I didn't think I could afford to go to school, and he said ‘you can.’” Shanita says Joe was already enrolled at MTC. Shanita was working three jobs and didn’t think continuing her
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Graduation: Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM)
Students learn skills to succeed in the homebuilding industry.
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Individual Solutions for the Individual Business
Whether a company is looking to enhance the skills of one employee or revamp its entire workforce, training solutions are not one size fits all.
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The Dick Goodwin Big Band Continues Local Music Series at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
Jazz Legend Brings Friends and Guests to HT@MTC on January 18
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Midlands Technical College Wins International Corporate and Continuing Education Award
MTC's Corporate and Continuing Education division received an international award for the increase in productivity which yielded an increase in enrollment.
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Catalina Fortner
“When I walked on this campus, I wasn’t expecting all of this. I just wasn’t. I couldn’t have written this story,” Catalina Fortner says, wiping tears from her eyes. Nearly a decade after she graduated from the Midlands Technical College Nursing program, Catalina and her family returned to MTC’s
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Ariana Coleman
"I started college at a private university, but I didn’t have a college fund and it was expensive. MTC opened up my eyes to all the opportunities I had. After a year of college at a private university, I decided to move to Columbia to live with my family and save money. My mom was actually the one
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Nicole McCune
Nicole McCune received the Peggy Hall Small Foundation Scholarship, which supported her to meet her goals and graduate from MTC. “At the time, I was facing challenges financially, and receiving the money was another motivation for me to do my best,” said McCune. She says the scholarship allowed her
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Accounting and Payroll Specialist | Training Certificate
This program is designed to provide training for entry-level accounting and/or payroll specialist positions. The successful completion of this program will give graduates exposure to basic accounting principles, modern accounting software like Quickbooks, and other essential knowledge and skills
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Delta Dental of South Carolina Awards $344,296 in Oral Health Grants
The Midlands Technical College Foundation received $26,500 to purchase new, high-volume cleaning machinery for the dental clinic.
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Bianca Williams
One thing is for sure: Bianca Williams is a role model for success. Her accomplishments as the founder of her own law firm and nonprofit reflect it, and her work to improve the lives of others is only just beginning. It started with her deep interest in her own legal cases, one of which resulted in
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Instructor Advocates for Bullying Awareness by Engaging Students Through the Power of Filmmaking
Dory Hoffman, an adjunct instructor in MTC’s English Department, is finding success in her English 101 and 102 classes with a sought-after lesson plan that engages students through filmmaking, social media, and social justice advocacy.
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Midlands Technical College Launches Program in Renewable Energy
South Carolina passed legislation that created a pathway for growth in the renewable energy industry. With this change in South Carolina law, the demand for photovoltaic installers has increased.