Western uses a leadership and performance excellence model that integrates the mission, vision, and values; the strategic goals measured through Key Results; the Malcolm Baldrige Framework for Performance Excellence; and the Higher Learning Commis
Partnerships
La Crosse Medical Health Science Consortium
The La Crosse Medical Health Science Consortium is a collaborative effort founded by two regional medical systems and three institutions of higher education: Mayo Clinic Health System - Fra
Impact Magazine
Annually, Western Technical College publishes a magazine to share stories about our students and staff that illustrate our IMPACT on the communities we serve.
Community Economic Impact
In early 2019, Western Technical College worked with Lightcast (formerly Emsi), a labor market analytics firm, on an economic impact study.
Financial Information
2025-26 Budget
The 2025-26 budget (PDF) supports the mission of the Western Technical College District to provide relevant, high quality education, in a collaborative and sustainable
College Overview
Every Student, Every Day
Western Technical College is an open enrollment college, meaning we accept everyone who applies. But, we strive to be more than just accessible, more than just a back-up plan.
On-Campus Dining
Union Market
The Union Market is the main dining option for students, staff, and the public on Western's La Crosse campus.
Maps and Parking
Western is positioned to meet the educational needs in our 11-county district (PDF) with a main campus and four additional facilities in La Crosse; regional locations in Black River Falls, In
IT Help Desk
Western’s IT Help Desk assists with student and staff login issues (MyWestern, email, Blackboard, network) and maintains Western’s computers, networking equipment, and phones.