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Real Life Changer: MTC grad receives three job offers after internship
MTC is the reason Ashlee Hayes has a job she loves as a software developer and a paycheck that is a substantially larger than what she used to make.
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Midlands Technical College Finishes Number Two in the Nation at SkillsUSA
For the fourth consecutive year, MTC's Building Construction students placed within the top three in the nation at SkillsUSA, winning silver in this year's (2025) national competition.
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John Leighty
I knew going from service job to service job wasn’t the way I wanted to live, so I took some welding classes – I was living in Iowa at the time – hoping to get a job at the local trailer building plant. I ended up finding a different opportunity with a local tree service company, and I really
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MTC Reopening Focuses on Flexibility and Student Success
Here are a few of the resources students may access to help make their educational journey a success.
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Real Awareness: Students and Community Get Psyched with MTC
Midlands Technical College will wrap up an ambitious conference on mental health issues.
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MTC General Counsel: 2022 Black History Month Honoree
Attorney Joseph Bias to be recognized by the Richland Two School District
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Midlands Technical College and Herzing University Sign New Nursing Agreement
MTC and Herzing University signed an agreement that will open a new transfer pathway for Nursing students aiming to earn a Bachelor of Science (BSN), and possibly a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
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Nine Students with Learning Disabilities Graduate
The Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM) group celebrated their recent class of graduates.
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MTC Welding Students Score Top Positions In Statewide Welding Skills Competition
Welding students from Midlands Technical College placed in the top of their categories at the South Carolina Technical College System’s annual Welding Skills Competition.
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Midlands Technical College President: 2024 Palmetto Power
The list honors key stakeholders in the three geographic areas of South Carolina: Upstate, Midlands, Lowcountry.
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Lasting Legacy: Midlands Technical College Honors Black History Month
The ninth annual Harbison History Day was celebrated on Wednesday, February 21. Graduates and their families returned to campus for a luncheon and a ceremonial bell ringing.
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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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Heather Williams, RDH
"What's so great about the faculty at Midlands Technical College? They make you feel like you can change the world! When I started out in the dental hygiene program, I knew I was in the best program. I just didn’t realize how important the faculty would be in encouraging me to live out a dream. My
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"Peter Pan and Wendy" Production Takes Flight on March 17 at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
From Columbia Children’s Theatre; A Retelling of the Classic Story
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Midlands Technical College President Announces Retirement Plans
MTC Commission will launch a nationwide presidential search.
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English Instructor Honored with Midlands Technical College Top Teaching Award
Midlands Technical College English instructor Dr. Rhonda Grego is the 2018 Albin S. Johnson Faculty Excellence Award.
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MTC Graduate Finds Her Passion
For Maria Cora, a recent MTC Associate in Arts graduate, going to college was never on her radar.
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Nearly 2,400 Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates Awarded at 2019 Midlands Technical College Commencement
Record set for largest number of high school students graduating, and Honorary Degree awarded posthumously to Senator Ernest (Fritz) Hollings
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SC Governor Henry McMaster Attends Cornerstone Open House Event
Leaders from across the state, including S.C. Governor Henry McMaster, gathered at Midlands Technical College’s Northeast campus to celebrate the opening of the Cornerstone building and take a tour of the facility. The building was created as part of a partnership between Richland County, the South Carolina Department of Commerce, readySC, and Midlands Technical College to increase economic and workforce development in the region.
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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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Sam and Stephanie Bridgers
After opening her own restaurant, Stephanie questioned whether it was time to complete her educational goals as well. Seeing her son registering for classes at MTC gave her all of the inspiration she needed. While Sam completed his degree, his mother Stephanie worked on her own. For Sam, the journey
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UPDATE: Beltline Campus Incident on Friday, September 6
An update following the lockdown on the Beltline Campus on Friday, September 6, 2024.
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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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Nursing Programs Receive High National, Regional, and Statewide Rankings
Midlands Technical College celebrates School of Health Care Week
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Fall Convocation Shirt Size Selection
Faculty and staff will receive a complimentary Midlands Technical College shirt at Convocation so you can show off your Maverick pride this Fall. The event is the morning of August 18 at Harbison Theatre. Please RSVP using this form and let us know your shirt size. Note: if your role requires you to
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MTC Responds to the First Responder Shortage
For almost five decades, Midlands Technical College has been the premier place in central South Carolina for people to learn skills that allow them to succeed in the health care industry. The tradition is stronger than ever today.
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Jake Tyler
Full-time soldier Army Sergeant Jake Tyler graduated from Midlands Technical College May 5, 2017, with high honors receiving both an Associate in Arts and an Associate in Science degree. At first, Sergeant Tyler was uncertain he would be able to attain his educational goals while maintaining his job
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Mavericks Bring Home Multiple Medals in SC SkillsUSA Competition
Midlands Technical College brought home multiple awards during the 2025 South Carolina SkillsUSA competition.
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MTC Provost Barrie Kirk Discusses Coronavirus Response
Live interview on WIS Today
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"Midlands Tech goes on $50 million building spree to modernize, better train new employees"
The Post and Courier newspaper reported on the college's building plan.
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Real Business: MTC Student Launches Three Companies
Ken Yamashiro spent a semester studying aerospace engineering in Alabama before he had a realization that, instead, he wanted to learn how to connect with people.
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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 Technical College Foundation Welcomes Four New Trustees
Jeff Griffin, Derek Raper, Dan Bruinsma, and Katherine Blanchard Whittle have joined the MTC Foundation Board of Trustees. All four will serve on the board through June 2026.
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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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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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Midlands Technical College Earns Tutoring Certification
The College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA) has recognized Midlands Technical College (MTC).
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SPOTLIGHT: DPX Technologies
“The superior space at MTC enabled us to increase our manufacturing capacity while providing us access to network with and hire skilled students to grow.” William E. Brewer, Ph.D., F-ABFT, President and CEO, DPX Technologies, LLC
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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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Midlands Technical College Launches Vaccination Incentive Program
Students, faculty and staff can win cash and prizes until December 1 through #TechYourShotMTC