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Alphonzo Royal
Alphonzo got a job offer the day he graduated from Midlands Technical College. Read his testimony about hard work, dedication, and the incredible programs offered at MTC. “I found myself unemployed. I had never been unemployed before, so I started doing a lot of research. I wanted to better myself
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The Shakespeare Classic "Macbeth" Continues the National Theatre Live ON SCREEN Series at HT@MTC
The intense drama will thrill audiences on January 15
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MTC Announces New Commission Leadership and New Appointee
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Commission has elected new leadership and welcomed a new commissioner to the governing board.
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Honoring History: Midlands leaders preserve Harbison area cemetery
Tucked away in the woods of Irmo is an important piece of African-American history.
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First Citizens Bank Supports Midlands Technical College's QuickJobs Program
This is the second year in a row that First Citizens Bank donated to the QuickJobs program.
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Dual Enrollment Trains a Skilled Workforce
In the past year, participation in dual enrollment (DE@MTC) rose 20%, with more than 900 students participating.
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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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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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Lexington County Council Recognizes MTC President
The Lexington County Council honored outgoing MTC President, Dr. Ronald L. Rhames, with a resolution at their latest meeting.
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Midlands Technical College Instructor Appointed to Position at Nation’s Top Community College Organization
Midlands Technical College Math Instructor Tracy McCoy has been selected to the American Association of Community College’s (AACC) Faculty Advisory Council.
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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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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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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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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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1st in Nation: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Program Earns Letter of Review
MTC is the first higher education institution in the nation to receive a letter of review from the accrediting body for emergency medicine education.
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MTC Commission Names Dr. Sonny White as President Emeritus
Dr. White was MTC’s fifth president, serving from 2006-2015
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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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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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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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Tuition-Free MTC Education for 2019 Fairfield Graduates
For the first time in history, the 2019 high school graduating class from Fairfield County will have the opportunity to attend Midlands Technical College for free
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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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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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Two Exceptional Midlands Technical College Leaders Honored
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners recognized the individuals during their annual academy.
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Mavericks Win Bronze at National Competition
MTC students place nationally in building construction and architectural drafting.
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Real Passion for Giving
Interconnectivity is important to Rivers. She says her desire to give to Midlands Technical College is a product of following the Golden Rule.
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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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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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Prisma Health Donation Helps Reduce Nursing Shortage in South Carolina
The new Prisma Health Nursing Scholars Program aims to reduce the nursing shortage in South Carolina.
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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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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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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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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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SPOTLIGHT: Elos America
“We welcome companies like Aquarium Partners that desire a relationship with an academic institution and all the educational services MTC has to offer.”
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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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HT@MTC’s Valentine’s Cinema Returns February 9 with "My Best Friend’s Wedding"
See the screening of this 90s hit; come early for desserts and karaoke in the lobby
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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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Transform Your Tomorrow with flexibility and savings at MTC
Choosing MTC can save thousands compared to other colleges and universities, and the value is real
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Criminal Justice | Academic Certificate
This program is designed for practitioners who are already employed by criminal justice agencies or for students wishing to diversify their major course of study by adding criminal justice courses to their current program of study. The purpose of the certificate program is to provide students with a
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Commercial Graphics Communications | Associate in Applied Science
At the completion of this program, graduates will have the skills to begin a career in a number of different graphic-production industries including screen printing, offset lithographic production, and vehicle wrapping. These highly technical industries include the design and production of various
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Carpentry | Academic Certificate
The Carpentry certificate is designed to train the next generation of skilled workers needed in the construction industry. This certificate can provide multiple avenues to enter the construction industry without a degree in building construction technology. Students will experience training in print
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Emergency Medical Technology – Paramedic | Associate in Applied Science
Complete your degree by applying your paramedic certification and other credentials toward your Associate Degree in Emergency Medical Technology. You may be eligible for a maximum of 45 credit hours that may be applied toward your degree. Earning your Associate Degree could expose you to more