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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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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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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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Midlands Technical College Leaders and Alumni Honored in Hall of Fame
Inductees include MTC Vice President for Business Affairs and adjunct professor.
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Midlands Technical College and Clemson University Sign New Architecture Agreement
Students can graduate from MTC and transfer with advanced standing.
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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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MTC Partners with Columbia Fire Department for Training Opportunity
Columbia Fire Department firefighters spent the week of April 12, 2021 training on the Beltline Campus.
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Midlands Technical College Offers Condensed Automotive Technology Program for Scout Motors Employees
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is offering a new condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees. Instruction began February 23, 2026, at the EV manufacturer’s new Blythewood training facility, which officially opened April 20, 2026.
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Midlands Technical College ranked #1 among S.C. colleges and universities
Midlands Technical College has been named as one of the best employers in South Carolina.
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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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100% of MTC Class Finds Employment in just weeks
The Spring 2020 Computer Numerical Control (CNC) class found themselves facing unforeseen circumstances amid a pandemic but refused to let that stop them.
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Midlands Technical College Foundation is Offering More than $100,000 to Students
Scholarship Applications Open for Two More Weeks
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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
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Midlands Technical College Golf Classic Sets Record
The Midlands Technical College Foundation set a record with amount raised for veteran scholarships during the 2023 MTC Golf Classic.
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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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Commission Chair Robby Wilkins
A Lexington native, Wilkins is President and Broker-in-Charge of Southern Visions Realty, Inc., a company he’s guided since 1984. Being a champion for education is an important value of the Wilkins family, which made it very natural for Robby Wilkins to accept his appointment to join the MTC
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Airport Plane-Crash Exercise Gives MTC Students Life-Changing Lessons
When the Columbia Metropolitan Airport needed volunteer victims for a plane-crash exercise, Midlands Technical College students were quick to respond.
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Weather Related Closings
Winter Weather Update: We’re monitoring forecasts for wintry weather that could impact the state over the weekend.
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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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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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Fall in Love During "Le Ballet de l’Amour" at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College on February 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Columbia City Ballet
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Garrett Davis
“For someone who came in as green as me with no prior maintenance experience, I felt like the program met and exceeded my expectations,” said Garrett. “I was able to take the classes while working. “I enjoyed the hands-on lessons and everything I learned in class was relevant.” But things changed in
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Apprenticeships and MTC Alumni Association Reach Record Numbers as MTC Gains National Recognition for Services to Veterans and African-Americans
Just-released Presidential Report details how MTC is succeeding at growing the college, making lives better, and leveraging goodwill
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MTC Partners with High Schools and Industry to Move Students Quickly into Manufacturing Careers
Midlands Technical College is partnering with five area high school Career and Technology Education Centers and 12 industry partners to move technically talented high school students quickly into great-paying jobs in the local manufacturing industry.
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MTC Students Ride the Comet for Free
MTC students, faculty, and staff can now ride The COMET transit bus for free
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First Citizens Bank Supports QuickJobs Program
The $50,000 donation from the national bank will provide intensive job training to develop workers for high-demand jobs.
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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 Announces $0 Tuition and Fees for Spring 2023
MTC is offering $0 tuition and fees for Spring 2023.
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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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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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Apprenticeships: Medshore Ambulance Services
In the midst of an EMT shortage, apprenticeships helped Medshore Ambulance Services meet their workforce needs.
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Putting Our Lives in Their Hands
When someone in the Midlands calls 911 or takes a trip in an ambulance, there’s a chance the responding medical professional received training at Midlands Technical College
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MTC Foundation Transforms Tomorrows Through Record Amount of Student Support
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 345 students received more than $466,000 in donor-funded help with their educations; a 60% increase over last year.
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MTC Business Affairs Leadership Elected to State, Regional, and National Offices
Three Midlands Technical College leaders in the Business Affairs Division have been elected to serve.
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David Goff
Written firsthand by David Goff In high school, probably skipped more classes than I attended, received more discipline referrals than awards, and failed more than I passed. That struggle came to a head when I was sent to the alternative school as a teenager (the same alternative school where I have
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Contestants Take the Stage for a Chance to Become the Inaugural “MTC Showoff” Champion
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College to host an America’s Got Talent-style competition