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MARIETTA, OHIO — Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) is joining manufacturers, educators and workforce partners across Ohio and the nation in celebrating Manufacturing Month this October while highlighting pathways into in-demand careers. Gov. Mike DeWine has proclaimed October as Manufacturing Month in Ohio, joining the nationwide observance underscoring the importance of modern manufacturing and the need to prepare the next generation of skilled workers. Manufacturing Day, or MFG Day, encourages manufacturers and educational institutions to open their doors to students, families, educators and community leaders to showcase modern manufacturing. MFG Day will be observed Friday, Oct. 2, with events...

MARIETTA, OHIO — Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) has earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) for both its Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) and Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-to-BSN) programs, marking a significant achievement for nursing education at the College. The accreditation builds upon the proven success of WSCO’s nursing programs. The ADN program has consistently produced strong licensure and employment outcomes, while the newer RN-to-BSN program has quickly demonstrated its impact in helping registered nurses continue their education and advance their careers. Together, the accreditations provide national recognition of the...

MARIETTA, OHIO — For Andrea Brennan, pursuing a college education in the United States has meant stepping outside of her comfort zone and building a new life from the ground up. Originally from Venezuela, Brennan came to the United States hoping to build a better future. Along the way, she learned English, adapted to a new culture and began pursuing an education in a field she had never imagined for herself. Today, she is finishing her first year in the Cybersecurity Associate Degree program at Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO), preparing for a future in digital forensics and cyber...

MARIETTA, OHIO — For Washington Technical College (WTC) alumnus Terry Reiter, a career that began in manufacturing eventually led him back to the classroom, where he now helps the next generation discover their own interests in STEM and technical education. Reiter\'s path to WTC began during his senior year of high school. While he initially planned to attend a four-year college and become a teacher, his family\'s circumstances led him to consider a different path. His father was preparing for retirement, and Reiter wanted to avoid placing a financial burden on his family. With his father and brother, a member...

MARIETTA, OHIO — Governor Mike DeWine has announced the appointment of a new member to Washington State College of Ohio’s (WSCO) Board of Trustees. Former Ohio Governor Nancy P. Hollister, was installed last night during the September meeting as the newest member of the Board of Trustees. \"Nancy has spent decades serving this community and advocating for the people of Appalachian Ohio. Her understanding of our region, its workforce and the opportunities education can create will bring an important perspective to our Board of Trustees. We are incredibly fortunate to have someone with her depth of experience and commitment to...

MARIETTA, OHIO — For Bianca Bangsil, returning to college meant more than continuing her education. It meant giving herself another opportunity to pursue her goals and find a path that felt right. Now enrolled in Washington State College of Ohio’s (WSCO) Radiologic Technology program, Bangsil is building a future in healthcare while embracing a second chance at education. After leaving the college she previously attended in the Philippines, Bangsil says returning to school at WSCO has helped her feel like she is on the right track and grow more confident. She was inspired to enter the healthcare field by her...