STURTEVANT, Wis. — President Joe Biden during his remarks at Gateway Technical College focused on the return of manufacturing to Southeast Wisconsin, the state in general, and the greater-Racine area, in particular. A full house gathered to hear President Joe Biden speak about the expansive Microsoft datacenter project in Mount Pleasant, Wis. during an Investing […]
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Microsoft to invest $3.3 billion in Southeast Wisconsin
MOUNT PLEASANT — When President Joe Biden visits Sturtevant today, May 8, he will help Microsoft announce a total investment in Mount Pleasant and the State of Wisconsin worth some $3.3 billion. Work continues on the Microsoft data center campus being built in Mount Pleasant, Wis. on Monday, May 6, 2024. President Biden will be […]
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Racine Founder’s Rotary Post Prom 2024 to deliver ‘secret surprise’ for attendees
RACINE — This year’s 71st Racine Founder’s Rotary Post Prom, located at the Racine County Fairgrounds, is set for Saturday, May 18. With the theme “Party of the Century,” seniors from nine of Racine County’s high schools will come together to commemorate their time in school and celebrate a memorable kick-off into adulthood. What’s new […]
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Gateway and RYDE Racine extend transportation partnership another 2 years
RACINE — The partnership between Gateway Technical College and RYDE Racine has been extended another two years after the success of the pilot program. The agreement allows Gateway to purchase 300 bus passes per year, for two years, at the discounted rate of $384 per bus pass. The passes are free to students and are […]
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Rare Disease Day 2024: A word from our community storyteller
Happy Rare Disease Day to the 300 million people living with conditions unknown to the majority. It’s been a year since I crafted a story for Racine County Eye readers about Rare Disease Day, a topic that is so close to my heart, and so rare to most others. Living with a rare disease makes […]
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Part-time law enforcement academy to be offered free to 15 students at Gateway College
RACINE, KENOSHA —Gateway Technical College will soon be offering part-time law enforcement training for those who don’t have the funds or time to attend an academy full-time. The tuition of 15 students will be paid for, thanks to a grant Gateway received from the Wisconsin Technical College System, according to a Feb. 23 press release. […]
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Justice groups call for conversations following MLK Humanitarian Award revocation
KENOSHA — Gateway Technical College went silent after announcing the school was rescinding the MLK Humanitarian Award from a Burlington organization working to address systemic racism in the community. The Wisconsin Coalition for Justice in Palestine stood outside the Kenosha campus administration building Thursday, Feb. 1, calling for the school to reverse its decision and […]
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Gateway College group dig.IT to hold popular computer clinic fundraiser Feb. 9 and 10
RACINE — The student chapter of dig.IT at Gateway Technical College is bringing back its computer repair clinic on Feb. 9 and 10 at the Racine Campus. “Computers will be accepted for repair on a first-come, first-served basis,” a Feb. 2 press release reads. The clinic will not only serve the community, but funds raised […]
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OPINION: Message to Gateway Technical College leadership regarding rescission of MLK Humanitarian Award to the Burlington Coalition for Dismantling Racism
OPINION — The following is a message sent by the Racine Coalition for Peace and Justice (RCPJ) to Gateway Technical College President Ritu Raju and the Board of Trustees. RCPJ awaits a response. January 22, 2024 The Racine Coalition for Peace and Justice is deeply disappointed over Gateway’s recent decision to rescind the MLK Humanitarian […]
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Gateway College holds first-ever State of the College address
KENOSHA — Gateway Technical College President and CEO Ritu Raju focused on advancing technology and industry partnerships in her first-ever State of the College address on Jan. 25. The address included mentions of the successes in the past and previews of upcoming plans for the year, according to a press release from the college. Raju […]
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Racine Interfaith Coalition responds to Gateway Technical College’s decision to rescind MLK humanitarian award
RACINE — The Racine Interfaith Coalition sent a press release on Jan. 15 in response to Gateway Technical College’s rescinding of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award from Burlington Coalition for Dismantling Racism. The following is the release in its entirety. We are deeply saddened and disappointed that Gateway would reverse its decision […]
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30th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration emphasizes ‘The Time is Now’ theme
KENOSHA – Three awards were originally slated to be given out at Gateway Technical College’s 30th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, but only two made it into the hands of their recipients at noon on Monday, following a controversial decision to revoke an award being given to the Burlington Coalition to Dismantle Racism. […]
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5 upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events in Racine and Kenosha
RACINE, KENOSHA — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events are happening in Racine and Kenosha County. On Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, those in the United States will observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service (MLK Day). On this federal holiday, Americans are called to participate in a national day of service or to focus […]
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Haymer, Tatum, Burlington Coalition named honorees of Gateway College’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration
KENOSHA — Gateway Technical College is honoring those who embody the message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through service to others in their daily lives. The 30th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration will occur from noon to 1 p.m. on Jan. 15 at the Madrigrano Conference Center, 3520 30th Ave. in Kenosha. Three locals have […]
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2 Gateway esports teams in national competition Nov. 29-30
RACINE, KENOSHA – Two Gateway Technical College (GTC) esports teams are set to compete live in matches against a pair of State University of New York (SUNY) Polytechnic Institute teams on Nov. 29 and 30. Both competitions may be viewed live online. Gateway’s esports teams: GTC’s Overwatch 2 esports team will stream its first playoff […]