Student Stories

Here to elevate my purpose

Nursing student shares academic journey ‘shaped by passion, perseverance, and purpose’

‘Grateful for taking the leap’

Graphic design alum and entrepreneur shares experience as returning adult student.

Lab science and EMS alum sees bright future in emergency medicine

After feeling stuck in life, Eli Yavtushenko soars high in college and career journey.

From classmates to soulmates: A Valentine's Day love story

NWTC Marketing graduates, Alanna and Elijah Shefchik, found lifelong careers and each other at NWTC.

On to Arizona State

NWTC student, recently accepted to Arizona State University, envisions future in public safety and ‘inspiring our youth’

Graduation spotlight: Emily, Practical Nursing program at NWTC Marinette

Emily, a soon-to-be practical nursing graduate from NWTC Marinette, shares her journey, experiences, and plans for the future in the nursing field.

HSED and Justice and Community Advocacy program graduate’s path to transferring

When starting at NWTC, Melinda Gregurich thought she was only going to earn her GED®. Now, she's transferring to earn a bachelor's degree.

Walters to be honored with 2024 NWTC Distinguished Alumni Award

Christine Walters has positively impacted the lives of countless individuals through her roles as registered nurse, clinical manager, instructor, and nurse practitioner.

‘The robots have taken over my life’: Automation Engineering Technology student spotlight

Automation Engineering Technology student brings his classroom knowledge and skills to the world of BattleBots.

A purposeful path: Veterans 1st Village cofounder to receive NWTC Soaring Recent Alumni Award

A 2021 graduate of NWTC’s Substance Abuse Counselor Education technical diploma and Human Services associate degree, Nohr is currently working at the Jackie Nitschke Center to earn her counseling lice