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The Oneida County Health Department has been honored with the Wisconsin Technical College System’s Futuremaker Partner Award for its close working relationship with Nicolet College during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

“Nicolet’s partnership with the health department reflects the deep community ties the

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Oneida county health department staff receiving Future Maker Award from WTCS.

Kate Ferrel shares a welcome message as she begins her new role as Nicolet College’s 7th President. She expresses her gratitude to serve as a leader for the college and defines her personal philosophy of higher education. Kate strives to approach students and stakeholders with empathy and

Nicolet College will advance its efforts delivering online instruction to students of color thanks to a $30,000 grant the college recently received from the Urban Institute’s Career and Technical Education CoLab. 

The college will use the funds to develop the academic infrastructure needed to offer

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For the second consecutive year, Nicolet College has been named a Promising Places to Work award winner by two national organizations that support diversity efforts by community colleges across the country. 

The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) partnered with

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Exterior of the Northwoods Center Building. A modern building with large windows, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Citing his ability to serve as a catalyst for innovation, remove barriers for students to higher education, and advance academic achievement, the Wisconsin Technical College System has awarded Nicolet President Richard Nelson with its prestigious 2021 Eagle Management Leadership Award. 

“Dr. Nelson

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Scenic trails, lakes and rivers throughout the Northwoods will soon take center stage in Nicolet College’s Outdoor Adventure program as the series prepares to kick off its 25th anniversary season. 

From May through October the program will feature more than 30 different offerings, said Terry Rutlin

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The goal of becoming a college graduate became a reality for 432 individuals as Nicolet College recently held a graduation ceremony for individuals completing this step of their education during the 2020-2021 academic year. 

“Earning a college credential always takes determination and perseverance

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Smiling female graduate in cap and gown outdoors.

The Nicolet College Board of Trustees has announced that Kate Ferrel has accepted the position of president of the college. 

Ferrel, who currently serves as executive vice president of Academic and Student Affairs at Nicolet, will begin her duties as president July 1. 

“Kate’s knowledge of Nicolet

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Lakeside Center: a modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.

Nicolet College has joined the 1,100 other community colleges across the country to celebrate April as National Community College Month, highlighting the vital role these institutions play in advancing personal growth and building stronger communities. 

“For more than 50 years Nicolet has never

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Exterior of the Northwoods Center Building. A modern building with large windows, surrounded by green trees and grass.

A delectable dish created by Nicolet College Culinary Arts student Maja Holcomb recently earned her top honors as her recipe was selected as the best in the national Veal – Discover Delicious Collegiate Veal Recipe Competition.

Holcomb’s recipe advanced to the national competition by first winning

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