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Beta Zeta Mu Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Western Iowa Tech Community College received the top awards and recognition at both regional and international levels.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) will host its annual Skills Day Competition on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Rocklin Conference Center, Parking Lot 2, Entrance 6.

Western Iowa Tech Community College is proud to announce the launch of its new LIFE Bridge program, designed to support adults with learning challenges as they pursue college coursework, build essential skills, and prepare for meaningful employment.

Western Iowa Tech Community College’s Culinary program recently hosted North High School ProStart II students on campus for the 3rd Annual Beef Day on March 31, providing an immersive, hands-on experience inside WIT’s teaching kitchens.

Being a college student isn’t easy. Late nights, long hours, and the constant pull of assignments can be enough on their own. Add the demands of collegiate athletics, and the challenge becomes something more—something that requires discipline, resilience, and an unrelenting drive to succeed.

The 2025 President’s Report highlights Western Iowa Tech Community College’s continued progress, innovation, and commitment to student success. It showcases key achievements, strategic initiatives, and programs that enhance learning, strengthen community partnerships, and prepare students for a rapidly evolving workforce. Building on its mission and vision, the report reflects WITCC’s focus on growth, inclusion, and future-ready education.

Students in Western Iowa Tech Community College's Mass Communication program are earning regional recognition for their work in video production and broadcast journalism.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) will host its annual Special Services Fair on Thursday, March 19, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Rocklin Conference Center on the Sioux City campus.

Western Iowa Tech Community College's Band Instrument Repair program welcomes back the annual National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians (NAPBIRT) Regional Clinic, taking place February 20–21, 2026, and bringing professional repair technicians from across the country to Sioux City for two days of learning and collaboration.

Western Iowa Tech Community College's Auto Technology program took its latest build, a fully restored 1972 K5 Blazer, to the Toppers Car Show in Sioux Falls, February 13-15, earning the Outstanding Entry award.

Western Iowa Tech Community College President Dr. Terry Murrell has been selected to receive the prestigious Michael Bennett Lifetime Achievement Award from Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC), in partnership with IowaWORKS, will host its regular series of industry-focused Career Fairs this fall at the Sioux City campus.

Michael Meister, Director of College Effectiveness at Western Iowa Tech Community College, has been named a recipient of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Distinguished College Administrator Award. Mr. Meister will be recognized during PTK Catalyst, Phi Theta Kappa’s annual international convention.

The Great West Casualty Business Competition takes place Thursday, February 5, at Western Iowa Tech Community College (WIT) in partnership with Great West Casualty Company.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) conferred degrees, diplomas and certificates for Fall 2025 to the following list of WITCC graduates. An asterisk (*) denotes students graduating with honors. 

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) is pleased to announce the President’s List, full-time students who achieved a 4.0 grade point average during the 2025 spring semester.
This is followed by the Scholar's List, full-time students who achieved a 3.5-3.99 grade point average during the 2025 fall semester.

Western Iowa Tech Community College student-athletes were recognized for their academic excellence as the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) announced its Fall 2025 Academic All-Region honors.

Students in Western Iowa Tech Community College’s Learning Exchange Seminar gained hands-on experience while making a meaningful impact in the Siouxland community. The project-based course connected students with local organizations to address real-world challenges while strengthening teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.