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Apply Now for 5-Week Professional Truck Driving Course Starting June 16

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) is proud to announce the latest graduates of its Class A Professional Truck Driving program. These skilled individuals are now well-prepared to help meet the growing demand for skilled truck drivers.

Each graduate received a Coca-Cola Bottling Company High Country scholarship, generously sponsored by the company to support the development of a strong local workforce and address the shortage of qualified CDL drivers.

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2025 Commencement Program

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) celebrated top students during an Outstanding Graduates Banquet in the college's Event Center on Friday, May 9. The banquet, an annual hallmark event, honored 22 exceptional students with the Outstanding Graduate Award for their respective programs.

Chosen by instructors for their outstanding academic achievements and exemplary organizational, communication, and leadership skills, these students represent the pinnacle of excellence at WDTC.

Kumar Veluswamy Announced as Commencement Speaker

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) is proud to announce a series of celebrations honoring its 2025 graduates. The events, showcasing the achievements of students across various disciplines, highlight the college's commitment to excellence in education and career readiness.

Celebrations will include the college’s 57th Commencement Ceremony, an Outstanding Graduates Banquet, Registered Nurse and Practical Nurse Pinning Ceremonies, a Law Enforcement Graduation Recognition Ceremony, and a Native American Honoring Ceremony.

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) students showcased their outstanding career and technical skills at the SkillsUSA South Dakota Skills Championships, April 10–11, in Mitchell. Competing against peers from Lake Area Technical College, Mitchell Technical College, and Southeast Technical College, WDTC students earned top honors—placing in 11 different events and earning an impressive 19 event medals.

WDTC SkillsUSA SD Skills Championship medal winners are as follows: