According to an independent study just released, the Public Safety + Transportation Center (PSTC) proposed by Blackhawk Technical College will have an economic impact throughout the region of more than $83 million in added income between 2021-2030.

The new Blackhawk Technical College Student Government Association (SGA) officers were recognized at the College’s District Board meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 16. Despite a pandemic, this new group of leaders is eager to connect with students and improve student life at BTC.

Kristy Crocker, Health Simulation Lab Coordinator at Blackhawk Technical College, recently earned the Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) designation. According to the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, there are only 2000 certified professionals globally. This formal professional recognition is a testament to the knowledge, skills, and accomplishments in simulation education that Kristy offers at Blackhawk.

First, I want to thank you for doing a wonderful job adhering to the College’s safety protocols.  Well done!  As a result, our semester is off to a great start and it is wonderful to see all of you so actively engaged in teaching and learning. I can’t thank each of you enough for your diligence in wearing facemasks, practicing social distancing, and self-monitoring for symptoms of COVID-19. Our ability to contain the virus is due to your cooperation and steadfast adherence to our safety protocols. Together, we are doing our part to maintain a safe learning environment.

When it came time to choose a path for higher education, Kayla Meier realized that the best choice for her was close to home. As family, friends, and coworkers were encouraging her to check out local options, Blackhawk Technical College was advertising its new surgical technology program.