RICE LAKE, Wis. – Northwood Technical College recognized graduates from its Rice Lake campus during a spring commencement ceremony held on May 16, 2025.
The spring 2025 ceremony celebrated students who completed programs in both fall 2024 and spring 2025. A total of 207 students graduated from the Rice Lake campus during the 2024-25 academic year, including 163 spring graduates and 44 fall graduates.
Guests and graduates were first welcomed to a reception, followed by a formal ceremony honoring the accomplishments of the Class of 2025.
Collegewide, 730 students graduated from Northwood Tech during the 2024-25 academic year, including 606 in the spring and 124 in the fall.
Brothers Ashton and Carter Kummet pose with their diplomas after graduating together during Northwood Technical College’s spring commencement ceremony on May 16, 2025.
Graduates from Northwood Technical College gather for a group photo before the start of the spring commencement ceremony on May 16, 2025.
Construction and Cabinetmaking faculty member Scott Theilig shares a congratulatory hug with one of his graduating students during Northwood Technical College’s spring commencement ceremony on May 16, 2025.
A proud mother celebrates her graduation from Northwood Technical College with her son prior to the spring commencement ceremony on May 16, 2025.
Graduates now join thousands of Northwood Tech alumni making a difference in communities across the region and beyond. To learn more about programs and opportunities at Northwood Tech, visit NorthwoodTech.edu.
About Northwood Technical College
Northwood Technical College is a nationally top-ranked college and a Silver 2025–26 Military Friendly® School that puts Students First. Serving approximately 13,000 residents annually across northwestern Wisconsin, Northwood Tech offers career-focused associate degrees, technical diplomas, certificates, customized training, and continuing education courses. A member of the Wisconsin Technical College System, Northwood Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org). Learn more at NorthwoodTech.edu or call 800.243.9482. To support student success through the Northwood Tech Foundation, visit NorthwoodTech.edu/donate.
Northwood Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions or status in any group protected by state or local law in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies: Amanda Gohde, AA/EEO Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Associate Vice President of Talent and Culture; 1900 College Drive, Rice Lake, WI 54868; 715.645.7042; Wisconsin Relay System TTY:711; Amanda.Gohde@NorthwoodTech.edu.
Last Update: May 19, 2025 6:15 am CDT
