Spring 2023: MATC Annual Report
"When it comes to transforming the lives of the students we serve and building the region's diverse talent pipeline, Milwaukee Area Technical College has and will continue to deliver on our mission for the past 110 years for our community.
In August 2022, we launched the most comprehensive and largest scholarship fund in MATC history. In just a few short months, the generous founding gifts that created the Ellen and Joe Checota MATC Scholarship Program began paying dividends for our students and employers.
It is our pleasure to share with you these and many other stories that demonstrate our value to the students, employers and all residents of our region. I hope you see the opportunity and potential for partnering with us to meet your needs."
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: ANNUAL REPORT 2022
IN THIS ISSUE
Wasting No Time to Fast Track Students to Careers
Always Vigilant, Always Watching, Always Ready
Nursing Graduate Followed Her Passion to Achieve Satisfaction, Success
Electricity Instructor Lights It Up
MATC: A Foundation For Success
Sparks Fly When Creativity Meets Craftmanship
Finding a Home Away From Home at MATC
MATC Promise: Moving Forward in Life by Going Back to School
PAST ISSUES
Transformations Magazine: Fall 2022
"We are incredibly proud of our MATC Alumni who are building better lives for themselves and their families, strengthening our community and building the diverse talent pipeline local businesses require.
Our business partners, community leaders and donors continue to recognize the important role we play in the community through the employer in-demand programs we offer. A great example is the impressive $5 million gift from long-time Milwaukee residents Ellen and Joe Checota. Thanks to their gift and our first matched gift from Julianna Ebert and Frank Daily, the new Ellen and Joe Checota MATC Scholarship Program provides a true 'full ride' to students earning short-term credentials and diplomas."
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: Fall 2022
IN THIS ISSUE
Couple to Make $5 Million Scholarship Investment in MATC
A Business Startup With Plenty of Experience
Striving for More: Making a Highly Diverse College More Equitable and Inclusive
Preparing Students With Autism for Careers in CNC Machining
Promise for Adults Program 'Completely Changed My Life'
MATC Helps Afghan Women's Rights Advocate Prepare for Future in U.S.
Together, Two Afghan MATC Students Are Finding Their Way
MATC Launches Bilingual (English/Spanish) Welding Program
Cooperative Education Pilot Program Brings Talent to Healthcare Careers
eProduction Grad Gets His Shot to Shine
Gap Year Program Guides Students to Set Course for Future
Spring 2022: MATC Annual Report
“As the state's largest and most diverse two-year college, this past year was remarkable and filled with uncertainty as we faced another year of the pandemic. We demonstrated our resilience by triumphing over adversity, and our commitment to our students by remaining steadfast to our mission of 'education that transforms lives, industry and community.'
Key results in 2021-22 include: removing a barrier that was preventing hundreds of students from registering for classes due to small balances they owed, issuing automatic retention grants to 1,500 students nearing graduation, engaging 100+ employees in a monthly virtual series with the Race & Equity Center at the University of Southern California, and providing $4.3 million in debt relief to reengage nearly 6,000 students who persevered during the pandemic.”
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: Spring 2022 Annual Report
IN THIS ISSUE
Transformations Magazine: FALL 2021
“As we grapple with the paradox of high unemployment in some neighborhoods and worker shortages in nearly every industry, MATC offers proactive solutions at a critical time. MATC lifts up individuals as they pursue careers and brings equity, skills and employability to the area’s workforce pipeline.
As always, we stand ready to partner with employers, community members, and of course, our students and alumni. Contact me directly if these stories inspire more innovative solutions to diverse workforce and talent development challenges and opportunities.”
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: FAll 2021
IN THIS ISSUE
SPRING 2021: MATC ANNUAL REPORT
“Our 2020 Annual Report demonstrates Milwaukee Area Technical College’s commitment to the high-quality education upon which our students and community rely, while prioritizing health and safety of our students and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MATC’s strategic approach in the wake of COVID-19 included more online classes and services, technology support for students, donating needed medical supplies, extending the deadline for our free-tuition Promise program, waiving application fees and even partnering on a new 'gap year' experience with NEWaukee as more individuals defer college plans.”
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: Spring 2021 Annual Report
IN THIS ISSUE
It’s Never Too Late to Return to College
Student Entrepreneurs Launch NewWay Innovation
New Scholarship Supports Emerging Healthcare Heroes
ESL Program Teaches Lessons for Language and Life
Electrical Graduates Power Diverse Talent Pipeline
Transforming Spaces for Students
Bridging the Gap Between School and Work
Leaders Focus on Student Success, Equity, Workforce Pipeline
Former MATC Board Chair Left Legacy of Caring and Commitment
Transformations MAgazine: Fall 2020
"This is an academic year unlike any in our lifetimes, presenting both remarkable opportunities and profound challenges. At MATC, we have responded by ensuring health and safety is our first priority while continuing to provide career-focused education that connects students with family-sustaining wages and provides the talent pipeline our community urgently needs.
As we implement the Pathways framework for all students, we will have more stories of student success to share. As our region and the world adapt to the realities of COVID-19, our graduates will be ready to succeed."
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
IN THIS ISSUE:
Response to COVID-19 Focuses on Adaptability and Commitment to Students and Community
IT Alumni Keep Networks Reliable During Pandemic
Alumna's Child Care Center Aids Essential Workers
New 'Pathways' Point Students to Success
MATC and Legislature Remove Barriers to Meet the State's Need for Funeral Directors
Alumnus Gives Back With 'Recipe for Sobriety'
Spring 2020: MATC Annual Report
"As we close our 2019-20 academic year, our commitment to student success took on a new shape in both expected and unexpected ways.
We hope you enjoy these stories of student success and look forward to sharing more of them with you. In the meantime, we extend to the entire MATC community — our students, employees, alumni, partners and friends — our thoughts during this difficult and unprecedented time."
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeMark F. Foley
MATC District Board Chairperson
MATC is Taking Action | Annual Report 2019
In This Issue:
MATC Provided Community Advocate Viola Hawkins With a Solid Foundation
MATC Promise Assists Yasmin Ali on Her Journey to Becoming a Doctor
Alumnus Gives Hope to Others Returning From Prison
Graduate Among First Black Marines Is Honored as Distinguished Alum
Transformations Magazine: Fall 2019
"Milwaukee Area Technical College alumni are engaged in our community in ways that are as diverse as the 170+ programs we offer and the 30,000+ students we serve.
Alumni highlighted in this issue include a nursing graduate launching a business to combat infant and maternal mortality, a four-year transfer student who led two major Wisconsin corporations, and a 2019 graduate who utilized the new MATC Promise for Adults to realize her dream of college. Our alumni carry forward the college’s vision, which is to enrich, empower and transform lives."
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: Fall 2019 (pdf)
In This Issue:
Nursing Graduate's New Businesses Combat Maternal, Infant Mortality
MATC Supports Advanced Manufacturing Pipeline
Joe Delgadillo, Distinguished Alumnus Profile
Student Graduates From High School, MATC Simultaneously
Summerfest® IT Professional Credits MATC
Alumnus Thrives in Local Tech Scene
Longtime Instructor Shares Blessings of a Full Life
Spring 2019: MATC Annual Report
"As college leaders, we hear inspiring stories about our students’ learning journeys every week and we are eager to share a few with you in this year’s annual report.
We invite you to read their stories of resilience, commitment and hope — and those of others throughout this publication."Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: MATC Annual Report (pdf)
In This Issue:
Lifelong Learning Propels MATC Alum to Senior Role at Marcus Center
Janice Marcus Woman's Club of Wisconsin Scholarship Supports First-Generation College Students
Proud Faculty Member, Alumnus Blaze Trail in Dental Hygiene
Instructor Serves as Role Model for Students
PPG Employer Partnership Means Internships, Scholarships - and Hiring Graduates
Franklin Businesses Pool Resources to "Upskill" Employees
MATC Adult Promise Student Reclaims Her Dream by Pursuing Nursing Career
Fall 2018
"As the proud president of Milwaukee Area Technical College, I am heartened to hear how our graduates’ MATC experience helped them attain success, how it resonates to this day and how it inspires them to support the next generation of students.
Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D.
President, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Transformations: Celebrating Alumni of Milwaukee Area Technical College | Fall 2018 (pdf)
In This Issue:
MATC Dual Enrollment Classes Fuel Bike-Building Excellence
Donation Honors Longtime Employee, Local 212 Co-Founder and President
Retired ManpowerGroup Executive’s Career Exemplifies Benefit of Technical Education
MATC Promise for Adults Unlocks Opportunities
Alumni Volunteers Help Ensure Student Success
WISN-TV Retiree Cary Edwards, a Cinematography Alum, Focuses on the Positive and Supports Students
Alum Tops 4,000 Applicants for Coveted Photography Job With the National Park Service
As Bank Leader, Alum Shares Her MATC Success Story Throughout the Community
Report Finds MATC Contributes $1.5 Billion in Economic Impact Each Year
MATC Expands Athletics, Launches First-Ever Athletic Scholarships
Spring 2017
We are pleased to share with you the 2017 Milwaukee Area Technical College Annual Report. The stories of students, alumni and partners throughout this report demonstrate how the college is transforming lives, industry and community.
Inside MATC Transformations Spring 2017 | 2017 Annual report (pdf)
Fall 2016
Welcome to the second issue of Inside MATC Transformations, which has been designed as an electronic publication. Links in the articles provide more information about the people and programs featured in this edition and we hope you take the opportunity to learn even more about them.
The articles center around MATC students, faculty, staff and alumni; the college’s initiatives; and how these are working together to transform lives, industry and community.
Inside MATC Transformations Fall Issue 2016 (pdf)
Spring 2016
This year's MATC Annual Report offers something extra. It is the first edition of the new Inside MATC Transformations magazine.
Two times a year, the magazine will feature stories about MATC students, faculty, staff and alumni; and the college's initiatives and organizations. You will learn how the transformations made possible by MATC are unique and powerful to help transform lives, industry and community.
We invite you to see for yourself in each issue of Inside MATC Transformations.
Inside MATC Transformations Spring Issue 2016 | Annual Report 2015 (pdf)