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Transfer graduate spotlight: Chinyere Stevens

Chinyere Stevens earned her associate degree in criminal justice from NWTC before advancing her education with her bachelor’s and master’s in social work from UW-Green Bay and UW-Milwaukee.

Transfer graduate spotlight: Karlie DeGrave

After graduating from NWTC in 2024, Karlie DeGrave went on to earn her bachelor's from Lakeland University: “Transferring gave me the opportunity to open more doors."

Building a new path

After 30 years in manufacturing, Theresa Schindler enrolled in NWTC's Carpentry program. One of her key drivers is putting homeownership within reach for more people.

Here to elevate my knowledge

Tim Pigott, a Navy veteran with 23 years of active-duty service, recently graduated from NWTC’s Metal Fabrication program after taking his knowledge to a level he never thought possible.

New skills and a degree led to career growth for a supply chain management graduate

Balancing work, family, and college, 2026 NWTC graduate Carla Larson is already putting her degree to work by growing her career and continuing toward her bachelor’s degree.

Elevating BOLDLY

NWTC Business Management graduate turned her education into a launchpad — building her own business and earning recognition as the Greater Green Bay Chamber’s 2026 Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

‘This career was meant for me’

NWTC helped Shelby Balatgek find her love for event management — a passion she now channels into creating vibrant community events across Green Bay.

A 'full-circle experience'

Delilah Rose, who grew up in Door County, is now serving the area in a public safety role.

Why NWTC’s Office Management program was the right fit for Florida resident

Rachel McIntosh recently graduated from the Office Management program after deciding to "take away the power from anyone who could tell me, 'No,' because I lacked a degree."