Madison College
President's Report
What Guides Us
Welcome to 2022
Dear friends of Madison College,
The year is still young. Here at Madison College we choose optimism as we plan for the rest of 2022.
This optimism is backed by our respect for the health and safety of our community. And it is evidenced in the smiling eyes of our students and faculty.
I have no doubt the stories we share with you here will inspire you as they have inspired us. They are proof that the union of determination and hope is stronger than ever at the college.
We value your advocacy, time and confidence in Madison College. Your support emboldens us and propels us into the future.
In sincere gratitude,
Dr. Jack E. Daniels, III
President, Madison College
Madison College provides open access to quality higher education that fosters lifelong learning and success within our communities.
The leader in accessible, affordable education that meets the evolving needs of our diverse communities.
Excellence, respect, commitment to students and diverse communities, and making higher education available to all.
Economic Impact Highlights
Our Graduates
Economic Impact
| Community Investment | Community Investment Highlight |
|---|---|
| Graduate Earnings | Graduate Earnings Highlight |
| Job Market | Job Market Highlight |
| Alumni Income | Alumni Income Highlight |
| Student Spending | Student Spending Highlight |
| Annual Impact | Annual Impact Graphic |
Success Stories
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A Dream Come True - Ayele’s Graduation Story
I was full of joy knowing I would wear the royal blue gown with all its decoration as I shared this beautiful moment with an audience.
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Helping Afghan Families Start Over in Wisconsin
People donated clothing, footwear, personal hygiene products, backpacks, luggage and baby items.
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National Guard Members Receive C.N.A. Training
Governor Tony Evers announced nearly 100 members of the Wisconsin National Guard would receive certified nursing assistant training at Madison College.
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Alumnus Ousmane Kabre Creates Future Leaders of Change
Kabre is the recipient of Wisconsin Technical College System’s 2021 Distinguished Alumni of the Year award.
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Dr. Ken Walz Racks Up Awards for Clean Energy Education
His achievements reflect greatly on Madison College.
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Furthering Statewide Equity and Inclusion
To bring about change, we need to be able to talk about the challenges we face.
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College Erases Millions in Student Debt
“What a joy to be able to share some good news with these students.”
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We'd Like to Thank the Academy
Here are just a few of the honors we’ve received over the last year.
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Future Teacher Celebrates a New Path to her Career
“I now know the impossible is possible.”
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Wisconsin Innovation Grant Will Help Working Families
“These investments will make a big difference for our workers, families and communities …”
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It's Never Too Late for a New Beginning
“They never gave up on me, so I never gave up on myself.”
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Achieving the Dream
Our journey with Achieving the Dream provides the opportunity to make significant, strategic improvements to the already great work we do for students.
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Special Events Celebrate Culture and Diversity
This opens the door to deeper understanding of each other and our collective histories.
Madison College at a Glance
Campus Enrollment
Our Students
The students of Madison College represent a diverse array of cultures and life experience. Every single one of them has a story to tell. We’re honored to play an important role in one chapter, their education. Throughout our history, our students have made an impact on the community with their good sense, strong work ethics and commitment to a brighter future. Their resilience over the last couple of years is impressive, but far from surprising. Thank you for your support in fostering their continued success.
| Madison Campuses | |
|---|---|
| Truax | 6,566 |
| Commercial Ave | 581 |
| Madison South | 678 |
| Regional Campuses | |
| Fort Atkinson | 625 |
| Portage | 826 |
| Reedsburg | 702 |
| Watertown | 380 |
| Online | 16,988 |
| Total | 22,854 |
Our Diversity
Madison College wants every student to feel seen, heard and represented. We are committed to building an equitable, inclusive and diverse learning community. Everyone deserves to feel welcome and included in the classroom, and to see themselves reflected at all levels. Research has shown that a diverse campus leadership has a direct, positive impact on the student community. We will continue to do all we can, for as long as we must, to deepen that impact for every Madison College student.
| Race / Ethnicity | Percent |
|---|---|
| Caucasian | 66.02% |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12.74% |
| African American | 7.01% |
| Did not disclose | 5.4% |
| Asian | 4.4% |
| Multi-racial | 3.93% |
| American Indian | 0.43% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 0.06% |
Our Graduates
They are everywhere. Our graduates move on to find fulfilling careers in everything from healthcare to manufacturing to business to video game animation! When you interact with a local organization or business, odds are good that you’re interacting with a former Madison College student. Even during the pandemic, our job placement rate was nearly 90% within six months of graduation. And in 2021, that number rose back up to 92%.