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Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) invites students, employees, and community members to celebrate the achievements of its Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) students at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new recognition wall on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 11:15 to 11:35 a.m. in the Entrance 4 lobby on the Sioux City campus.

Western Iowa Tech Community College will celebrate the launch of its Aviation Maintenance Technology program with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on Thursday, November 12, at 3:30 p.m.

Comets Volleyball raised the bar in 2026, earning the most wins and highest conference finish in program history. With career milestones, a signature road victory, and leadership that reached beyond the court, Western Iowa Tech’s 26-13 season gave the team plenty to celebrate and its returning players a strong foundation for next fall.

Seven wins and a trip to the playoffs gave Comets Women’s Soccer plenty to build on in 2026. With a promising freshman class gaining experience and making key contributions throughout the season, Western Iowa Tech looks ahead to turning this fall’s lessons into next year’s progress.

A season of challenges ended on a winning note for Comets Men’s Soccer. Through injuries, lineup changes, and a tough race for the postseason, Western Iowa Tech found contributions from returning leaders and new talent, closing the fall with an 8-8-2 record and a foundation to build on.

Western Iowa Tech Community College has received a $274,414 subaward through the statewide Iowa STRONG initiative to develop four noncredit pre-apprenticeship programs in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Industrial Maintenance. The initiative will expand access to short-term, industry-aligned training, helping prepare students for high-demand careers and strengthen Iowa’s skilled workforce.

Not sure how to help someone going through domestic violence? You can learn a lot by asking someone who’s lived it. That was the idea behind an event at Western Iowa Tech Thursday, Oct. 29.

As Western Iowa Tech Community College (WIT) celebrates its 60th anniversary, we recognize the people, programs and achievements that have shaped the College, expanded opportunities and strengthened the communities we serve. Adult Education is one example of that impact.

Since Congress created it in 1964, TRIO has helped individuals who might otherwise be left behind succeed in school and gain college degrees. Many recent changes have left talent search departments without funding and children without services.

As Western Iowa Tech celebrates 60 years of making a difference, Fall Staff Development brought employees together to learn, connect, and build on WIT’s proud past while preparing for a bright future.

A Sioux City college held events in recent days to bring attention to National Banned Books Week

Comets Volleyball celebrated nine sophomores Saturday, recognizing the leadership, dedication, and team spirit they’ve brought to Western Iowa Tech. Read more about this special group and the legacy they’re leaving.

Western Iowa Tech participates in College World Radio Day, a 24-hour college radio marathon.

Western Iowa Tech volleyball sophomores V Liufau and Mattie Wineland earned ICCAC Athlete of the Week honors for September 22–28, 2026, following standout performances in the Comets' five-set road victory over No. 15 DMACC.

WIT students joined performer John Rush for an evening of live music and karaoke on Sept. 30 in Cargill Auditorium as part of our 60th anniversary celebration.

Western Iowa Tech Comets eSports kicked off its season with an expanded lineup, promising preseason performances and goals of reaching the national stage.

Western Iowa Tech Community College has been named an Apple Distinguished School for the fourth consecutive recognition cycle, recognizing the College's continued innovation in using technology to support teaching and learning.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) and Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates (iJAG) are proud to announce the launch of the iJAG College Success Program, a new partnership providing students with personalized career development, workforce preparation, employer connections, and individualized support as they navigate college and prepare for successful careers.