Adaptive Career Awareness Series
Mid-State believes that you belong here. This series of exploratory sessions allows adults of all abilities to have an authentically inclusive college experience. Experience technical college activities and learn about Mid-State's academic programs, adapted for adults with disabilities. There are seven sessions representing different areas of the College.
APEX - Super Strengths!
Monday, April 14
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Wisconsin Rapids Campus – E123
Lead: Lea Ann Turner
Celebrating What We Are Great At! In this fun and empowering adaptive career awareness course, students will explore their unique strengths and discover how their talents can shine in everyday life and the world of work. Through hands-on, engaging activities like a sharing circle, a teamwork building challenge, and a life-size board game of LIFE full of real-world scenarios, participants will celebrate what makes themselves and each other special. This course is designed to be inclusive, accessible, and joyful—because everyone has something amazing to offer!
Law Enforcement - Crime Scene Processing
Tuesday, April 22
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Wisconsin Rapids Campus – E110
Lead: Kurt Heuer
It’s a crime mystery we need to solve, a real “who done it?!” Join us for a School of Public Safety exercise in Crime Scene Processing where we will look for clues, process evidence and work together to solve the crime.
Student Services and Information Center (SSIC)
Friday, April 25
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Wisconsin Rapids Campus – A124
Lead: Chad Dewitt and Jenny Wollschlager
Exceptional customer service is important to Mid-State and the Student Services and Information Center (SSIC) staff often have the first opportunity to demonstrate this value. Chad and Jenny will lead students on roleplay scenarios of good and bad customer service. There may be time for customer service games too!
Digital Marketing and Advertising
Monday, May 5
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Stevens Point Downtown Campus – LEAD Center (Room 519)
Lead: Debra Wallner
A one-hour activity on advertising, covering key concepts and strategies with real-world examples.
Dental Exploration - Open Wide!
Tuesday, May 13
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Stevens Point Downtown Campus – Room 321
Lead: Dayne Oertel and Brenda Alberts
This will be the best trip to the dentist. Come learn about our dental programs! Teeth can be fun!
History - Stevens Point Downtown Campus 10 year Celebration
Monday, May 19
11:00 – Noon • Stevens Point Downtown Campus – CER 635
Lead: Ben Nusz
In honor of the 10 year anniversary of moving downtown, Ben will share information recently compiled by the Portage County Historical Society. This session will start at 11AM becuse it will also include a PIZZA PARTY!
Graduation
Wednesday, June 4
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Stevens Point Downtown Campus – LEAD Center (Room 519)
Lead: Ben Nusz
Invite your friends and family for this annual recognition of your accomplishments!
