Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical named to 2015 Military Friendly Schools list

 

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon of Hiawatha Valley presented a check for $2000 to Southeast Technical Foundation on September 25, 2014, to be used for Red Wing veterans scholarships. 

We are excited to announce that our college has been designated a 2015 Military Friendly(R) School by Victory Media, the leader in successfully connecting the military and civilian worlds. Now in its sixth year, the Military Friendly Schools designation and list by Victory Media is the premier, trusted resource for post-military success. Military Friendly provides service members transparent, data-driven ratings about post-military education and career opportunities. 

The Military Friendly(R) Schools designation is awarded to the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace military students, and to dedicate resources to ensure their success in the classroom and after graduation. 

"Southeast Technical aspires to be the 'safe landing' place when our veterans transition back to civilian life and come to school.  We want our veterans to know that we are here to support them every step of the way on their educational journey," said President Dorothy Duran. 

The college has planned two informal Veterans Breakfasts this fall. Southeast Technical student veterans are invited to join Dr. Duran, Veterans Assistance Coordinator Mark Larsen, Criminal Justice Instructor Greg Cady, Student Services Vice President Nate Emerson, and VA Certifying Official Pamela Zimmerman at one of breakfasts planned for Winona on October 7 and Red Wing on October 8. 

"At these breakfasts, my hope is to share the services available to our veterans and learn how we can best support them as they continue their education," said Dr. Duran. 

• If you are a student-veteran and would like to attend one of the Veterans Breakfasts, please contact Casie Johnson (507-453-2663 or [email protected]) by October 3 for more information and to RSVP. 

Mark Larsen, Veterans Assistance Coordinator for the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, stated, "Southeast Technical is exemplary in the level of effort they put forward to make veterans welcome. As a vet myself I honestly think any veteran would feel fully supported and at home at Southeast Technical."

It has been a good week for veterans at Southeast Technical! In addition to the Military Friendly Schools (R) designation and the invitation to attend a Veterans Breakfast, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon of Hiawatha Valley made a presentation of $2000 to Southeast Technical Foundation on September 25, to be used expressly for support of Red Wing campus student-veterans. A $1000 scholarship is now available for Spring term, 2015, and $1000 will be awarded for Fall 2015. For more information about applying for a scholarship, see the Southeast Technical Foundation scholarships page.

Education to employment: Southeast Technical offers training in top jobs with above-average wages

 If you're looking for an education that can lead to a high-paying job, and you want to be sure that job will still be there for you in 10 years, Southeast Technical is here to help.

New long-range employment projections by state agencies in Minnesota and Wisconsin demonstrate that colleges like Southeast Technical are preparing the workforce of the future for most of the top 10 high-growth, high-paying occupations. 

As baby boomers retire and the work environment shifts, occupations like construction, truck driving, accounting and health care will see the opportunity for strong growth in the next decade. "It's no coincidence that Southeast Technical, with its focus on Education to Employment, offers training in these fields," says Dr. Dorothy Duran, president of Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical. 

Southeast Technical offers certificates, diplomas and degrees in Accounting, Carpentry,  Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Technology, HVAC, Industrial Technology, Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Support Careers, Nursing, Radiography, Retail & Sales Management, Truck Driving, and Welding - all programs which can lead directly to almost all of the top 10 high growth, high paying occupations in both states. 

Approximately 94% of Southeast Technical graduates find work in their chosen field, and 82% of graduates remain in the region. The return on investment in a two-year college is high. A 2013 study released by the Federal Reserve Bank reported that over the course of their lifetimes, students with associate degrees made $325,000 more than those with only a high school diploma.

"Our objective is to provide programs that are integral to state and regional economic needs," says Dr. Duran. "We're here to help the economy grow, and to help our students become part of a strong economy."

Top 10 high growth, high pay occupations in Minnesota through 2022; median annual salary 2014

1. Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers: $ 42,400.09 
2. Medical Secretaries: $ 38,781.56 
3. Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians: $ 44,303.02 
4. Carpenters: $ 45,881.14 
5. Physical Therapists: $ 78,215.72 
6. Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists: $ 62,931.20 
7. Radiologic Technologists: $ 61,330.19 
8. Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters: $ 66,565.10 
9. Cost Estimators: $ 59,787.66 
10. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: $ 41,551.15

Source: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Employment Projections 

Top 10 high growth, high pay occupations in Wisconsin through 2020; median annual salary 2014

1. Carpenters: $42,350
2. Medical secretaries: $31,970
3. Sale reps: $56,900
4. Bookkeeping, accounting, auditing clerks: $34,500
5. Registered nurses: $63,260
6. Market research analysts, specialists:$50,730
7. Customer service reps: $32,420
8. Construction laborers: $36,260
9. Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers: $39,120
10. Elementary school teachers: $57,470

Source: Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, La Crosse Tribune ("Labor: The Next 10 Years")