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Fort Hays Tech | Northwest is pleased to announce the receipt of funding from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation to support students enrolled in the Early College Program. This generous grant will provide essential tools, textbooks, protective equipment, and technology to help students succeed in their coursework and career aspirations, eliminating financial barriers that may otherwise hinder their education.

The Early College Program gives high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school, immersing them in a college learning experience. By taking college courses, students can accelerate their career paths and gain valuable skills early. One of the program’s most popular offerings is the Automotive Technology program.

Thanks to the funding from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Fort Hays Tech | Northwest will purchase tool kits, required textbooks, and other necessary supplies that will be available for student rental at no cost. These resources are often a significant financial burden for students, particularly for those from low-income backgrounds, and this grant will ensure that these students can fully participate in the program without the worry of covering these essential costs.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Dane G. Hansen Foundation for their support,” said Brenna Henry, grant writer. “We can remove the financial obstacles that might prevent students from pursuing their educational and career goals.” 

This project exemplifies Northwest Tech’s ongoing commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education and to ensuring that all students, regardless of their financial situation, have the opportunity to succeed and advance in their careers.

For more information about Fort Hays Tech | Northwest’s Early College Program or the Automotive Technology program, please visit FHNW.edu

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December 18, 2024 (Goodland, KS)  -  Fort Hays Tech | Northwest is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $600,000 grant from the Patterson Family Foundation. This seed funding will enable the college to launch an innovative home-building initiative in Goodland, KS, designed to provide hands-on learning opportunities and sustainable housing for the community.

Goodland, KS (November 19, 2024) — The Engineering Technology program at Fort Hays Tech | Northwest successfully hosted its annual haunted house event on Friday, November 1st, and Saturday, November 2nd, raising funds and collecting food for Genesis of Sherman County, a local food bank. Over two nights of spooky thrills, 801 patrons came through the haunted house, which was designed, built, and operated by students in the Engineering Technology program.

Thanks to the community’s support, the event raised over $2,000 in cash donations and collected more than 12 crates of food for the food bank. In a show of community solidarity, Miller Construction Services matched the funds raised on the second night of the event and made an additional donation to Genesis of Sherman County.

Michael Zimmerman, Engineering Technology Instructor at Fort Hays Tech | Northwest, expressed his pride in the students’ efforts. "Every year, the students do a great job putting the haunted house together and providing a fun activity for community members to enjoy. Genesis of Sherman County helps to support a large number of families in our community, and we are glad that we can use this event to join in on that effort."

Zimmerman also highlighted the special partnership with Miller Construction Services, saying, "This year was special with the additional support coming from Miller Construction Services. We want to extend a huge thanks to them for joining in on the effort to give back to the community."

The haunted house event would not have been possible without the generous support of local businesses, who donated funds earlier in the semester to help build the haunted house. These contributions played a critical role in bringing the students’ creative vision to life. The department extends its heartfelt thanks to all the local businesses who supported this year’s event.

Additionally, a special thank you goes to Sherman County for allowing the use of the animal barn at the fairgrounds as the venue for the haunted house each year. The space provides a perfect setting for the event, and the collaboration with the county was invaluable.

The haunted house is part of the Engineering Technology program’s commitment to providing students with hands-on learning opportunities while giving back to the local community. The success of this year’s event showcases the power of collaboration and the impact that students, businesses, and local residents can have when they come together for a good cause.

About Fort Hays Tech | Northwest:

Fort Hays Tech | Northwest offers a range of technical programs designed to prepare students for careers in high-demand fields. The Engineering Technology program provides students with the skills needed for success in a variety of engineering and manufacturing industries, emphasizing hands-on learning and real-world applications. For more information about Fort Hays Tech | Northwest, visit www.fhnw.edu

About Genesis of Sherman County:

Genesis of Sherman County is a local nonprofit organization that works to fight hunger in the community by providing food assistance to families in need. Through donations, fundraising events, and community partnerships, Genesis aims to alleviate food insecurity in the Sherman County area.

Students from the Engineering Technology Program, along with Janelle Miller from Miller Construction Services present their donation to Genesis of Sherman County.

Students work to organize and sort donated food from the haunted house at Genisis’ food pantry

By FHSU University Communications

HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State University, Fort Hays Tech | North Central, and Fort Hays Tech | Northwest recently secured a $461,840 grant from Educational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) to help fund start-up costs associated with the implementation of the three institutions’ strategic affiliation. Grant funding will be distributed over the next two years.