WTMC offers a challenging and stimulating learning environment—one that rewards enthusiasm, effort, and respect with independence and opportunities that give our students a powerful edge to lifelong learning and achievement.
Many of our graduates' stories represent the remarkable head start a WTMC education can provide. Read about some of their experiences here:
Dave N.
Voted "Grand Rapids Young Professional of the Year" in 2017, Dave completed an occupational studies associate degree and a business sales and marketing certificate at WTMC. He is currently a member of the Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. Resident Alliance Board and the Kent County Hotel Advisory Committee. He was the youngest board member of the National Tour Association’s Board of Directors in the history of the association. - Class of 2011
Jules C.
Jules earned a Photographic Imaging certificate from WCC. After graduation, Jules
studied at Mills College and competed nationally in ultimate frisbee, returning to
coach the sport at WTMC. She went on to earn a degree in soil microbiology from the
University of Michigan and now works as educational director for the UCLA Botanical
Gardens. - Class of 2007
Steven D.
Steve graduated from WTMC with a degree in engineering technology from WCC. In the
fall of 2004 he transferred 72 credits to the University of California-Berkeley engineering
program. In April of 2004, at the age of 17, Steve passed the NCEES Fundamentals of
Engineering Exam (FE), making him one of the youngest people on record to pass the
NCEES exam. - Class of 2004
Kristen T.
Kristen transferred to George Washington University's honors program in international
relations with over 65 credits. Kristen was awarded a $48,000 scholarship from GWU
and she graduated cum laude in 2003. Kristen finished her master's degree in science
and technology policy in 2005. She graduated summa cum laude for both degrees. Kristen
is also the Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's International Climate
Protection Awards program. - Class of 2001
Jennifer W.
Jenna started as an eleventh-grade student. After 2 ½ years at WTMC, she spent one
semester at Eastern Michigan University to finish prerequisites for vet school. She
was then admitted to Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine at
age 19. She now works locally as a small animal veterinarian. - Class of 2014
Augustine S.
Augustine transferred to the University of Michigan in January, 2005. Augustine is
the author of Navy Boot Camp: The Complete Manual available online to all navy recruits.
Augustine was also honored by Governor Granholm as the State of Michigan 2004 Sea
Cadet of the Year, Chief Petty Officer. - Class of 2004
Mark R.
Mark is recognized by Cisco Systems as the youngest person in the nation certified
as both a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and a Cisco Certified Network Professional
(CCNP). Mark also has a CompTIA + certification and currently works in the software
industry. - Class of 2005
Alex M.
Alex is one of the top Realtors® in the Washtenaw County area, and a Certified Corporate
Relocation Specialist. In 2006, Alex sold 43 properties worth $13.2 million in volume
and was elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Ann Arbor Area Board of
Realtors®. Alex was elected to the WTMC Board of Trustees in 2014. - Class of 2001