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Just because kids are on summer vacation doesn’t mean learning is over. Some kids got a chance to learn about the wonders of welding at a summer camp at Western Iowa Tech Community College.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC), in partnership with Scene of the Crash Car Club, welcomed 30 local youth to its annual Youth Welding Camp today on the Sioux City campus.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WIT) welcomed youth in grades 6–8 to its Cherokee campus for a two-day Culinary Camp, held July 20 and July 22, designed to spark creativity and confidence in the kitchen.

Twenty area youth spent two days learning hands-on welding skills during Western Iowa Tech Community College's Youth Welding Camp, held July 7 and 9 at the Cherokee Campus.

Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for Western Iowa Tech Community College as Dr. Terry Lindsay officially assumes his role as the college’s fourth president.

Summer may bring a different pace to campus, but Western Iowa Tech is still here to support you. Whether you’re taking summer classes, preparing for fall, or simply looking for a place to study, many student services remain available throughout the summer to help you stay healthy, connected, and successful.

Western Iowa Tech Community College hosted Kosovo’s ambassador to the United States, Ilir Dugolli, for a presentation on Kosovo’s history and its ties to Sioux City’s sister city, Gjilan. The event, organized by the Sioux City Public Library’s History at High Noon series, highlighted Kosovo’s 2008 independence, its U.S.-modeled government, and Iowa troops’ role in supporting safety there.

Recent changes to federal financial aid regulations under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will impact federal student loans, Parent PLUS Loans, and Federal Pell Grant eligibility beginning July 1, 2026. Students and families should be aware of these updates as they plan for future semesters and complete the FAFSA process.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) conferred degrees, diplomas, and certificates for Spring 2026 to the following list of WITCC graduates. The Spring 2026 graduating class includes students from 137 cities and towns, 20 states, and 6 countries, reflecting the diverse communities served by the College. An asterisk (*) denotes students graduating with honors.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WITCC) congratulates the students who earned academic honors during the Spring 2026 semester through their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence.

Comets student-athletes from men’s soccer, women’s soccer, volleyball and basketball earned All-Academic Team honors for the Spring 2026 semester.

Western Iowa Tech Community College will host its new Health Careers Exploration Camp June 15-18 for students entering grades 6-8. Through hands-on activities and interactive sessions with WIT faculty and healthcare professionals, campers will explore fields such as nursing, EMS, dental assisting, pharmacy technician, health information technology, and more while learning about healthcare career pathways.

Western Iowa Tech Community College is excited to welcome 85 middle school students to its STEM Achievers summer camp. The free, three-week program provides a hands-on STEM experience for students entering grades 6 through 8.

Thousands of miles from home, international student-athletes at Western Iowa Tech are learning more than a new sport system - they’re learning independence, sacrifice, and what it means to build a new life far from everything familiar.

Summer is often a season filled with vacations, family gatherings, work opportunities, and time spent with friends. But it can also be the perfect time to make progress toward your college goals without sacrificing flexibility.

Western Iowa Tech Community College hosted the first annual Graphic Design Student Portfolio Day on May 5, bringing together students and industry professionals for a day focused on creativity, career development, and real-world connections.

During a special evening reception held May 6, 2026, at Western Iowa Tech Community College’s Cherokee Campus, Cherokee State Bank was honored with Western Iowa Tech’s 2026 Community Partner of the Year Award in recognition of its continued leadership and support of the Cherokee Promise Scholarship Program.

Western Iowa Tech Community College (WIT) will host annual WITSTOCK '26, a family-friendly music festival, on April 29 in Parking Lot 2 on its Sioux City campus. The event begins at 6:00 p.m., and admission and food are free.