Welding is fun for Alex Rocha, so fun, in fact, that when the end of class is called, Rocha, a Welding Boot Camp student, wants more. “When I’m done with class, I want to say, ‘Wait! I’m done already?’” and amazingly, that love of welding is only one part of what motivates him to succeed in the boot camps.

Rocha’s young daughter motivates him. The opportunity to meet new people that can teach him new skills and share life experiences motivates him. And most of all, his past motivates him: This includes a two-year incarceration that led him to our boot camps.

“I don’t mind talking about it because it’s the past. I’m here now and my future has endless possibilities because I’m here right now. That’s my motivation.”
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What is a surgical technologist?  They are a vital member of the operating room team, which includes the Surgeon, Anesthesia Care Provider, and Circulating Registered Nurse.
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So why are there 21 military backpacks hanging in the hallway at Moraine Park’s Fond du lac campus?

Staff, faculty and students have been asking that question for the last few weeks. 
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Fun as usual at Techniques Salon and Spa!  The students are in the salon every day this semester.  Stop by and see what is happening or better yet, make an appointment.  Call 920-929-2106.  To view hours, click here.  Services and prices, click here.
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It was quiet around Techniques Salon and Spa this week because of spring break, but that didn’t keep the students from learning.  Both classes of students along with one of their instructors, Ms. Eileen, attended the 2017 America’s Beauty Show in Chicago.  “Highlights” of their adventures were:
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It was pretty much the perfect Saturday for everyone here at Moraine Park Technical College!

During our community-wide open house this weekend at our Fond du Lac campus, we had beautiful weather; a chance to celebrate and interact with hundreds of guests from the community; gave away prizes; unveiled our new Career Employment Center; AND, we announced our exciting new Promise Program, which aims to provide free college tuition for eligible low income high school students.

A busy Saturday, for sure. But a great one!

Take a look back snapshots from this eventful day – and for everyone who came out, THANK YOU so much! We truly appreciate your time and support!
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Social Networking as a job search strategy is here! Statistics show that hiring is happening through social networks.
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Today is Equal Pay Day, a day that is still on the calendar because despite the 148 years of fighting for equal pay and despite a 54 year old law, women are still paid on average 20% less than men doing the same position. Why mark this occasion in April?  Because that is how long it would take a woman to earn what a man earned the year prior. What’s worse, if you are a woman AND a minority it would take you even longer (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015).
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