Commencement Speaker
Alma Lopez , NWTC ’ s 2021 District Ambassador , continues to represent NWTC locally as well as advocate for technical education at the state level . As part of this honor , Alma has participated in the Wisconsin Technical College System ( WTCS ) District Ambassador program .
Alma ’ s nomination sponsor commented , “ One of the things I admire most about Alma is her incredible positive outlook on life ... Her
Alma Lopez story and all she ’ s overcome not only while she ’ s
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District Ambassador been at NWTC , but prior to coming to school , will touch your heart . Alma is the definition of resiliency and she is a great example for all students to see that school can be a possibility …”
When asked why she chose NWTC , Alma stated , “ I chose NWTC because it was more affordable than a traditional 4-year program at a UW school and also because it was close to home . It was also a familiar place for me , as my father graduated from a welding certification program 20 years ago and the campus drew my attention ever since .”
Since being named District Ambassador , Alma has joined Atkore International as a corporate recruiter as she continues working towards her Respiratory Therapy degree at NWTC .
Most recently , Alma participated in WTCS ‘ Working As One- Supporting Parent Students ’ panel and shared what it is like being a college student and a parent of a child with disabilities .
Alma ’ s anticipated graduation is May of 2022 .
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