Group of 10 actors on stage of spelling bee musical, performing with hands at their heart, saying the Pledge of Allegiance.

Students take the spotlight in "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"

Madison College Performing Arts presents Tony Award-winning musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” April 17–19 at the Mitby Theater on the Truax campus.
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Student with dark hair and mustache with blue blazer, and student with dark hair and dark blazer. Both are posing with medals and certificates naming them nation's top scholar.
Students named nation’s top community college scholars
Selah Fedosky and Hassan Hashmi were selected to the prestigious 2026 All-USA Academic Team and received New Century scholarships.
Marisela Harkins, Madison College ESL Success Story, wearing blue T-shirt with Madison College logo, standing in front of an image of the Portage campus with trees.
Profiles from the Pack: Marisela Harkins
Marisela Harkins discovered Madison College when a recruiter encouraged her to pursue higher education. She now supports ESL students—providing guidance and encouragement to help adult learners succeed.
Student in barbering class cutting other person's hair, while standing in front of a mirror.
New barber program opens doors to in-demand careers
The new fast-track barbering program starts Aug. 31, 2026, creating an accessible, affordable pathway for students to enter an in-demand industry.
Student, wearing red shirt, organizing boxes on a pantry shelf.
Matching gift challenge aims to help students facing food insecurity
Through May 3, a generous donor will match dollar-for-dollar all gifts to the college’s Cupboard Student Food Pantry, up to $10,000.
Three Native American dancers in bright regalia with feathers. Audience in the background watching the powwow event.
Drums, dance and tradition: Spring powwow returns April 25
The annual event brings together singers, dancers, students and community members from tribal nations across Wisconsin and beyond.
Three people sitting at conference check-in table, smiling, and wearing conference badges.
Free Thrive Conference on April 17 highlights equity in education
Educators, administrators, students and community members are invited to explore strategies to strengthen student success, strengthen retention and build deeper engagement in education.

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