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"HCTC Students Power Through Competition After Disaster"
Reporter Andrea Kelley shares the story of how five Hamilton Career and Technology Center students persevered after their tool trailer was stolen ahead of the SkillsUSA State Competition at Midlands Technical College (MTC).
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Acclaimed Musician Damien Sneed Brings the Words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Life in “We Shall Overcome”
Tying Together Music and Language, Renowned Composer Celebrates MLK Day
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Medical Office Administrative Assistant | Academic Certificate
Become a medical office administrative assistant and get started in a career at a hospital, outpatient clinic, or group practice. Students will learn essential skills for the healthcare office environment. The Medical Office Administrative Assistant certificate is offered as a 40-credit-hour program
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Improving Your Veteran Recruiting Plan
Employer partners tell us often that they are focused on trying to hire veterans.
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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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MTC Alum Facilitated $500,000 Equipment Loan for Civil Engineering Technology Students
Midlands Technical College alumnus Henry Dingle knew from the beginning that land surveying was where his passions lie, and MTC was how he was going to start achieving his goals.
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Magician and Illusionist Mike Super Kicks Off Harbison Theatre’s Seventh Year
Acclaimed Performer Known for Captivating National Audiences Opens 2018-2019 HT@MTC Season
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MTC President Dr. Greg Little Recognized as a 2025 “50 Most Influential” People Honoree by Columbia Business Monthly
Midlands Technical College (MTC) President Dr. Gregory Little has been selected as a member of the 2025 “50 Most Influential” class by Columbia Business Monthly.
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Shine – An Original Production from Columbia Children’s Theatre Happening at HT@MTC on May 4
New musical fable featuring Terrance Henderson and IndigoSOUL
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S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition
On Friday, February 25, Midlands Technical College hosted its first-ever S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition.
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Early Childhood Development | Academic Certificate
Students can use the Early Childhood Development Certificate as a stand-alone certificate to begin working in child care or as a pathway toward their Associate Degree in Early Care and Education. Students in the 27-hour Early Childhood Development Certificate program will receive the tools and
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Automotive Technology | Associate in Applied Science
Whether you’re planning to enter the field as an automotive technician or would like to advance your career with certifications in specialty areas, MTC has the path that’s right for you. MTC provides educational experiences supported by intensive classroom and hands-on lab training utilizing state
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Nursing Programs Receive High National, Regional, and Statewide Rankings
Midlands Technical College celebrates School of Health Care Week
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Our Transition Back to Normal Means Meeting Student Needs
Details about future class offerings and upcoming celebration ceremonies.
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"Educators preparing healthcare workers amid COVID-19 threat"
The Columbia Regional Business Report interviewed Midlands Technical College faculty members for a news article.
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Midlands Tech Mavericks “Showoff” Their Talent During Annual Talent Competition
The 2025 MTC Showoff brought together dancers, singers, drummers, pianists, spoken word artists at Harbison Theatre.
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Construction Program Launches Careers for Students with Learning Disabilities
Twelve students graduated from MTC's fifth BOOM cohort. Many students have already been offered apprenticeships and full-time employment opportunities.
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Advanced Certification in Cardiovascular Interventional or Vascular Interventional Radiography | Academic Certificate
Interventional Radiography is an advanced certification leading to employment in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab or the Interventional Lab/Special Procedures Lab in Radiology. The program has twenty-five credits taken over two semesters. This area is at the top of the growth list for jobs in
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Flying the Falcon: MTC Students Take to the Skies
MTC Aerospace Engineering students participate in Lockheed Martin's F-16 flight demonstrator at the S.C. Statehouse.
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A Gospel Celebration Comes to Harbison Theatre
Join John Lakin and Friends for a night of joy and praise
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Midlands Technical College Announces In-person Graduation
Midlands Technical College will host its 2021 Commencement Ceremony at Segra Park in Columbia on May 1st at 10:00 a.m.
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Join this acclaimed group for spirituals, shouts, and lullabies
This Charleston, SC-based quintet performs timeless music born from the Gullah culture of the Southeastern Sea Islands.
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Sarah Donnelley
“I wasn’t really sure about what kind of career I wanted to pursue, and the MTC faculty and staff helped me figure it out.” Sarah Donnelley says she entered MTC two years ago with little personal direction or goals. “The Midlands Technical College faculty and staff were more than willing to help me
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Justin Brown
Justin Brown graduated at the top of his high school class and had the opportunity to attend any college he wanted. He chose MTC. "Midlands Technical College was the right choice for me coming right out of high school. After graduating in the top 15% of Boiling Springs High School in Spartanburg, I
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Denise Smith
"When I found out I’d been selected to go to Midlands Technical College, I felt so blessed to be chosen. While I was working in the collections department at Southeastern Freight Lines, my manager at the time approached me and asked if I’d be interested in the Key Associate Program. The program
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MTC Professors Earn Regional Faculty Award Two Years in a Row
Midlands Technical College (MTC) professor Dr. Eric Goff has earned the 2021 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Southern Region Faculty Award.
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Tori Edsel
Tori and her family found themselves facing life-threatening circumstances and a long road to recovery. However, she is a fighter, and in response to her situation, Tori did what most dancers do: got up and practiced over and over again until she got it right. Despite her circumstances, she overcame
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Workforce Leaders in 2025
The Midlands workforce is changing every day. The way companies adapt and boost leadership development internally, often times leads to lower turnover rates and enhanced employee morale. Our Business Solutions team talked with local employers about what they do to help reduce recruitment costs and retain talent.
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Dr. Rhames Honored in 2023 S.C. African American History Calendar
MTC President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames was honored in the 2023 S.C. African American History Calendar.
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Outdoor Show with Food, Drinks, and Fun Comes to Harbison Theatre at MTC
First-ever “Carolina Shout Festival” features local musical acts on May 7
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Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College to Host "MTC Showoff" Talent Competition
Contestants Take the Stage to Become the “Biggest Showoff” on March 26
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Here Comes Dasher, and Dancer, and Prancer, and Morihiko at Harbison Theatre at MTC for Holiday Pops on December 15
This Festive Event with the South Carolina Philharmonic Returns for Eighth Year
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HT@MTC Hosts Historic Show of HBCU Choirs
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) was proud to host South Carolina’s HBCU gospel choirs in “Gospel Live,” a celebration and tribute to Black History Month.
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"As manufacturing jobs pour into SC, how is virtual reality shaping workforce training?"
Midlands Technical College program director Mike Ross spoke with The Post and Courier/The Free Times about teaching and learning with new technology.
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Columbia Children’s Theatre Presents "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" at Harbison Theatre at MTC on March 14
Join us for this “just right” musical for the entire family
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Midlands Technical College Students Win Gold in National Skills Competition
Building Construction Technology team won gold over the weekend in Atlanta.
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Apprenticeships that Work: Heavy Equipment Operators in Lexington County
Midlands Tech and our Corporate and Continuing Education division works regularly with government entities and businesses to train employees on everything from heavy equipment to sterile processing to office software systems.
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Phi Theta Kappa Members Recognized Regionally and Nationally; MTC Administrators Receive Accolades
The Alpha Eta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa received over a dozen awards and honorable mentions during their regional convention. Plus, six Mavericks honored with national scholarships.
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Sara Oswald
Sara Oswald went from MTC to Harvard to Division Vice President for an International Board. Midlands Technical College (MTC) alumna Sara Oswald is achieving a dream that she never even foresaw being a possibility. As a student at Midlands Technical College, Oswald transferred her entire Associate in
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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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Reggie Sullivan Returns for the Popular “Carolina Shout” Series at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
Join this talented group of musicians on October 26 for a fun night of jazz, blues, and feel-good vibes
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“Get Psyched with MTC 2019” Conference Announced for Feb. 1-13, 2019
Conference features free workshops on mental health issues and acclaimed multimedia story exhibit