Manhattan Area Technical College (MATC), ranked as the #1 2-year college in the nation by WalletHub, officially opened their new 47,000 square foot Advanced Technology Center on August 29th.
The facility immediately doubles enrollment capacity in multiple existing programs and will allow MATC to add new programs that directly meet the workforce needs of growing industries in the Manhattan region. These programs include Industrial Engineering Tech, Critical Environment Tech, Biomanufacturing, Electrical Power, HVAC, Plumbing, and Construction Trades.
“Our new Advanced Technology Center is a monumental step forward for Manhattan Tech and the entire region,” said James Genandt, MATC President/CEO. “By expanding our program offerings and providing top-notch facilities, we are preparing our students for high-demand careers while driving economic development.”
Genandt said that the project is expected to inject between $15-20 million into the regional economy, and that 86% of Manhattan Tech graduates remain in the region while contributing as taxpayers and consumers.
MATC’s impact on regional workforce cannot be understated according to Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Director, Daryn Soldan. “MATC trains young people, transitioning military personnel, and university graduates,” said Soldan. “The new Advanced Technology Center in Manhattan and MATC’s welding lab in Wamego significantly boost our workforce and create opportunities for companies to grow in the Manhattan region.”
More information on MATC can be found at https://manhattantech.edu.
