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Seven WDTC Graduates Help Fill Great Need for Professional Truck Drivers
May 24, 2023
Apply Now for Aug. 30 Class A Day Course; Night/Weekend Course Full
Seven students recently graduated from Western Dakota Technical College's (WDTC) Class A Professional Truck Driving Program. These graduates will help fill the high and projected increasing need for truck drivers.
Seven students recently graduated from Western Dakota Technical College's (WDTC) Class A Professional Truck Driving Program. These graduates will help fill the high and projected increasing need for truck drivers.

2023 Commencement Program Available on Website
May 15, 2023
Congratulations once again, graduates! On the website, you can access a digital version of the 2023 Commencement Program. Click the link to view, print, and increase the font size for easier reading. Feel free to share the link with your family and friends.

Commencement Celebrations Set this Week for WDTC Graduates
May 9, 2023
Rapid City Mayor Steve Allender is 55th Commencement Speaker
Western Dakota Technical College is hosting several celebrations this week to honor about 435 graduates - one of the largest classes in college history. Events include the college's 55th Commencement Ceremony, a Native American Honoring Ceremony, a Law Enforcement Pinning Ceremony, and a Nurse Pinning Ceremony.
Western Dakota Technical College is hosting several celebrations this week to honor about 435 graduates - one of the largest classes in college history. Events include the college's 55th Commencement Ceremony, a Native American Honoring Ceremony, a Law Enforcement Pinning Ceremony, and a Nurse Pinning Ceremony.

Diesel Technology Program Receives Esteemed ASE Accreditation
May 5, 2023
Noting it “meets the strict industry standards,” the Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) Diesel Technology program was recently informed it has received Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Accreditation.
“We compliment you for attaining the level of excellence recognized by the ASE Education Foundation. Both the educational and automotive communities should be proud of your commitment to a quality [medium/heavy duty truck technician] training program” said Michael Coley, President of the ASE Education Foundation.
“We compliment you for attaining the level of excellence recognized by the ASE Education Foundation. Both the educational and automotive communities should be proud of your commitment to a quality [medium/heavy duty truck technician] training program” said Michael Coley, President of the ASE Education Foundation.

Get Ahead in College Taking Summer Semester General Education Courses
May 2, 2023
Summer Semester can be a great time to complete college-required general education courses at a faster pace.
Microcomputer Software Applications, Composition, Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, General Psychology, and Introduction to Sociology are examples of Summer Semester Courses offered at Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC). Classes are offered on campus and online.
Microcomputer Software Applications, Composition, Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, General Psychology, and Introduction to Sociology are examples of Summer Semester Courses offered at Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC). Classes are offered on campus and online.