CLEVELAND, Wisconsin, June 21 -- Lakeshore Technical College issued the following news release: With the new Kohler Foundation Advantage Scholarships, 73 students attending Lakeshore Technical College for the 2024-25 academic year will experience reduced financial burdens for tuition. This scholarship recognizes exemplary students seeking diverse pathways to secondary education. Among the recipients, 23 are 2024 high school graduates from 10 high schools in the Lakeshore district, as well as h  more

MIDDLETON, Wisconsin, June 20 -- The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. issued the following news on June 18, 2024: Gov. Tony Evers today joined company officials and local leaders to celebrate the expansion of the PPD clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, at its good manufacturing practices (GMP) lab in Middleton, reflecting a $58 million investment that will create hundreds of new jobs. The Evers Administration, through the Wiscon  more

ROCHESTER, New York, June 21 -- L3Harris Technologies, a technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider, issued the following news release: L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has received a contract worth up to $153 million to deliver an interoperable, critical communication network throughout Wisconsin, enabling public safety agencies to connect through a unified network during emergencies. L3Harris will provide next-generation technology to support the sta  more

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wisconsin, June 21 -- Mid-State Technical College issued the following news: A new Human Resources associate of applied science (AAS) degree will be offered this fall at Mid-State Technical College. Applications are now being accepted for the program. Students in the Human Resources program will build a comprehensive skill set tailored to meet the demands of the modern human resources landscape. Graduates will acquire new skills in specialized areas crucial for effective HR m  more

WINONA, Minnesota, June 21 -- Winona State University issued the following news: Winona State University announces the appointment of Julie Furst-Bowe as Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective July 17, 2024. This appointment will extend until June 30, 2025, or upon the hiring of a permanent Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs after a national search is completed. Over the past 35 years, Dr. Furst-Bowe has held a series of positions with increasing level  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, June 20 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release on June 19, 2024: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the application period for 2024 federal Urban Forestry Inflation Reduction Act grants is now closed. DNR staff are in the process of reviewing applications and determining awards. Successful applicants will receive a portion of the $4 million available, with project funding requests ranging from   more