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Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 Announces Spring Semester Honors Lists
Goodland, KS. (05/29/2025) – Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 in Goodland, KS has announced the names of full-time students who earned spots on the President’s and Dean’s honor lists for the 2025 Spring semester.
Students on the President’s Honor List earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average while students on the Dean’s Honor List earned a GPA between 3.5 and 3.99.
President’s Honor List
Alencio Zarate............................. Scott City, KS......................................... Electrical Technology
Mason Berls................................. Goodland, KS..................................... Construction Technology
Isaac Bisaso................................ Goodland, KS.................................... App Dev & Emerging Tech
Andrea Grajeda............................ Burlington, CO..................................................... Cosmetology
Ty Ketter..................................... Goodland, KS............................................................ Plumbing
Logan Fritz.................................. Edson, KS........................................................... Cosmetology
Jared Quain................................. Goodland, KS............................................................ Plumbing
Ethan Graham.............................. St. Francis, KS............................ Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Audrey Schears............................ Goodland, KS............................ Computer Graphics Technology
Francisco Monreal........................ Zaragoza, ............................................... Applied Technologies
Dean’s Honor Roll List
Dylan Hielscher............................ Holyoke, CO............................................ Electrical Technology
Alba Garrido Lamas...................... Ourense, ..................................................... Medical Assistant
Salisu Habibu............................... Zaria City, ...................................... Precision Agriculture Tech.
Elisee Guede................................ Goodland, KS........................................... Business Technology
Pablo De Vidts.............................. Las Conde, ............................................. Business Technology
Yan Blaire Dologuin....................... Goodland, KS.................................... App Dev & Emerging Tech
William Cadoret........................... Hays, KS....................................................... Respiratory Care
Leslie Peguero Saldivar................. Goodland, KS...................................................... Cosmetology
Tommy McClure........................... Denver, CO....................................... App Dev & Emerging Tech
Eoin Steinsiek.............................. Arriba, CO........................................... Engineering Technology
Roman Arnds............................... Colorado Springs, CO............................... Electrical Technology
Maria Romero.............................. Kyle, TX..................................................................... Welding
Kaleb Stephens............................ Spring Branch, TX............................. App Dev & Emerging Tech
Lluvia Gutierrez............................ Garden City, KS....................................... Electrical Technology
Mason Simoneau.......................... Goodland, KS.......................................... Electrical Technology
Jacob Spahn................................ Metairie, LA........................................ Engineering Technology
Anthony Anderson........................ Hiawatha, KS.................................... App Dev & Emerging Tech
Alisha Lee................................... Colby, KS............................................................ Cosmetology
Benson Baum.............................. Brighton, CO................................................ Diesel Technology
Bryson Terry................................ St Francis, KS................................. Precision Agriculture Tech.
Martin Ramos-hernandez.............. Syracuse, KS.......................................... Electrical Technology
Amber Kleiber.............................. Colby, KS............................................................ Cosmetology
Landon Johnson.......................... Sharon Springs, KS................................. Electrical Technology
David Beck.................................. Elwood, NE.................................................. Diesel Technology
Faith Torres................................. Evans, CO...................................................... Respiratory Care
Scott Hopper............................... Alamosa, CO........................................... Electrical Technology
Mason La Rue.............................. Elkhart, KS............................................. Electrical Technology
Broc Henry.................................. Shawnee, KS....................................... Engineering Technology
Marco Valdespino......................... Garden City, KS................................. App Dev & Emerging Tech
Edan White.................................. Lakin, KS........................................ Precision Agriculture Tech.
Jacelyn Horinek........................... Goodland, KS...................................................... Cosmetology
Citori Bosserman......................... Oakley, KS..................................................... Respiratory Care
Lucky Maila.................................. Gauteng, ....................................... Precision Agriculture Tech.
Brendan Hunter........................... Mccook, NE....................................... Construction Technology
Braden Bergsma.......................... Goodland, KS...................................... Engineering Technology
Jose Cortes................................. Goodland, KS.......................................... Electrical Technology
Brynne Purvis.............................. Goodland, KS...................................................... Cosmetology
Cutter Neitzel.............................. Saint Francis, KS...................... Computer Graphics Technology
Daniel Cornelissen........................ Gauteng, ............................................ Engineering Technology
Brandon Nunez............................ Holcomb, KS............................... Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Tyler Hill...................................... Bennett, CO.................................... Precision Agriculture Tech.
Mason Kersenbrock...................... Colby, KS........................................ Precision Agriculture Tech.
Hayden Terry............................... Kanorado, KS.................................... App Dev & Emerging Tech
Haley Karlik................................. San Marcos, TX........................................................... Welding
Synnika Carter............................. Burlington, CO.............................................. Medical Assistant
Daking Smith............................... Brooklyn, NY............................................ Business Technology
Gabriel Bandy............................... Burlington, CO............................................. Diesel Technology
Luamalae Tanielu......................... Leone, AS............................................... Business Technology
Kristen Tufugafale........................ Pago Pago, AS......................................... Business Technology
Caroline Purcell............................ Taylorsville, UT........................................................... Welding
Legase Leaumoana...................... Pago Pago, AS......................................... Business Technology
John Troolin................................ Cambridge, MN........................................ Business Technology
Da'quan Slayton............................ Denver, CO.............................................. Business Technology
Kade Schimke.............................. Ellendale, ND........................................... Business Technology
Rayquan Cochrane....................... Camden, NJ............................................ Business Technology
Gavin Devries............................... Coon Rapids, MN...................................... Business Technology
Nolan Russell............................... Wellington, KS........................................ Electrical Technology
Rook Shaw.................................. Wallace, KS...................................... App Dev & Emerging Tech
Kaden Drager............................... Joes, CO............................................. Automotive Technology
Braxton Henderson...................... Fredonia, AZ............................. Computer Graphics Technology
Carter Borger............................... Quinter, KS............................................. Electrical Technology
Rafe Cousins............................... Lamar, CO.............................................. Electrical Technology
Logan Sitzman............................. Hugo, CO................................................ Electrical Technology
Mason Hitchens........................... Goodland, KS............................................................ Plumbing
Benjamin Wolak........................... Goodland, KS.............................. Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Jessica Espinoza......................... Colby, KS............................................................ Cosmetology
Ian Tarman.................................. Tribune, KS................................................. Diesel Technology
Brackford Mann............................ Burlington, CO........................................ Electrical Technology
Azul Barron.................................. Goodland, KS............................ Computer Graphics Technology
Fatima Gloria............................... San Antonio, TX............................................ Medical Assistant
Raquel Granillo............................. Burlington, CO.............................................. Medical Assistant
Kyler Amthor................................ Goodland, KS...................................... Engineering Technology
Markus Singer.............................. Colby, KS............................................. Automotive Technology
Kashen Nelson............................. Tribune, KS................................................. Diesel Technology
Odalis Cano.................................. Burlington, CO.............................................. Medical Assistant
Noah Summers............................ La Junta, CO.............................................................. Welding
Angel Boyd.................................. Lubbock, TX....................................... Engineering Technology
Kya Conger.................................. Goodland, KS............................ Computer Graphics Technology
Karson Mellott.............................. Limon, CO........................................ App Dev & Emerging Tech
Luis Escobar Salas....................... Indianola, NE....................................... Automotive Technology
Sarah Elfrey................................. West Midlands, ....................................... Applied Technologies
Alasia Brown................................ San Antonio, TX............................... Crime Scene Investigation
Andrea Hernandez Soto................ Colby Ks, KS............................... Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Coy Dodd..................................... Oakley, KS.............................................. Electrical Technology
Pablo Soto................................... Goodland, KS....................................... Automotive Technology
Kennedy Serl............................... Yuma, CO............................................ Automotive Technology
Caxton Smyth.............................. Plainville, KS........................................... Applied Technologies
Sibonokuhle Thwala...................... Gauteng, ................................. Computer Graphics Technology
Gavin Garibay............................... Garden City, KS.................................. Construction Technology
Eduardo Martinez......................... Colby, KS................................................ Electrical Technology
Austin Keim................................. Goodland, KS.................................. Precision Agriculture Tech.
Omar Hernandez.......................... Holyoke, CO............................................ Electrical Technology
Idris Williams............................... Newark, NJ............................................. Business Technology
Celestine Kiborus......................... Goodland, KS................................................ Medical Assistant
Peter Gonzales............................. Goodland, KS....................................... Automotive Technology
Kenmorion Alexander................... Tifton, GA.................................................................. Welding
Carrick Boshoff............................ Goodland, KS............................................... Diesel Technology
Natori Yates................................ Okmulgee, OK...................................... Automotive Technology
Tyson Ochoa................................ Goodland, KS............................................... Diesel Technology
Jackson Yost............................... Goodland, KS.............................. Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Selene Valdez Dominguez............. Brewster, KS............................ Computer Graphics Technology
Ella Wolf...................................... Kanorado, KS.............................. Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Garret Williams............................ Wiley, CO............................................ Automotive Technology
Colton Montoya............................ Buena Vista, CO.......................................................... Welding
Ethan Zerr................................... Scott City, KS............................. Mechanical Engineering Tech.
Rogelio Saenz Vega...................... Bethune, CO........................................ Automotive Technology
Rodolfo Lozano............................ Garden City, KS....................................... Electrical Technology
The students listed above have demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and strive to put forth their best effort with every assignment, test, and exam. These students exemplify the qualities of a true Tiger. Be smart, work hard, and do the right thing!
Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 Celebrates Students Signing on National CTE Letter of Intent Signing Day
GOODLAND, KS (04/11/2025 ) — Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 proudly participated in the 2025 NC3 National CTE Letter of Intent Signing Day, joining hundreds of schools across the country in honoring students who have committed to their future through career and technical education.
In a ceremony held on campus, students signed their official letters of intent to attend Fort Hays Tech | NW this fall, taking the next big step toward meaningful careers in skilled trades, health sciences, and applied technologies.
“Our students are choosing a future built on purpose, passion, and a commitment to excellence,” Jason Showalter, Vice President of Student & Academic Advancement. “We’re proud to welcome them to Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 and celebrate their decision to invest in themselves and their communities through hands-on, high-demand career training.”
This national signing day mirrors the excitement of athletic signings, placing a spotlight on students pursuing technical education and recognizing the vital role these careers play in strengthening the American workforce.
NC3 (National Coalition of Certification Centers) organizes the annual event in partnership with industry leaders, highlighting the importance of certifications and skilled workforce development.
Fort Hays Tech | NW is proud to support students from across the region, as they step into programs designed to launch futures and power industries. “Where futures are built,” starts here.
Congratulations to the students who participated that will be attending Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 in the Fall:
Wyatt
Arntt
Goodland
KS
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Hugo
Flores
Burlington
CO
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Faith
Glasco
Bird City
KS
COSMETOLOGY
Lars
Grahn
Vilas
CO
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Lindsay
Henggeler
Woodland Park
CO
COSMETOLOGY
Deagon
Herl
Hoxie
KS
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
Adriano
Herrera
Garden City
KS
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Daniel
Huston
Vilas
CO
COMPUTER GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY
Xavier
Jackson
Goodland
KS
PLUMBING
Patrick
Johnson
Grinnell
KS
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Riley
Klinzmann
St. Francis
KS
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
Aurora
Licano
Lamar
CO
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION
Rivver
Long
Stockton
KS
WELDING
Ty
Mari
Kirk
CO
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Alejandro
Martinez
Oakley
KS
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Samuel
McCune
Plainville
KS
PRECISION AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY
Mahra
Padgett
Saint Francis
KS
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Barrett
Schlosser
Goodland
KS
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Michael
Smith
Tribune
KS
WELDING
Devan
Soukup
Garden City
KS
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Zach
Thorson
Goodland
KS
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
Hadassah
Waak
Woodland Park
CO
CHILD CARE SPECIALIST
Ethan
Weinman
Colby
KS
WELDING
Kyler
Wilcox
Tribune
KS
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Caleb
Beisner
Oberlin
KS
WELDING
Dwayne
Martinez
Garden City
KS
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
For more information about NC3 National Signing Day visit:
Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 Earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly庐 School Designation
Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 Earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School Designation
GOODLAND, KS (03/27/2025 – Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 announced today that it has earned the 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation.
Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2025-2026 survey with 830 earning special awards for going above the standard.
The 2025-2026 Military Friendly® Schools list will be published in the May and October issue of G.I. Jobs magazine and found at .
Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by Viqtory with input from the Military Friendly ® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the higher education and military recruitment community. Final ratings were determined by combining the institution’s survey scores with the assessment of the institution’s ability to meet thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Persistence (Degree Advancement or Transfer) and Loan Default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans.
“We strive to be the best at whatever we do, and while we are thrilled with the Silver-Level, we know the steps we need to take to become a Gold-Level college” said FHNW President Ben Schears. “We will be working this year to improve our processes and continue our efforts to become one of the top-rated military friendly colleges in the nation.”
“Military Friendly® is committed to transparency and providing consistent data-driven standards in our designation process. Our standards provide a benchmark that promotes positive outcomes and support services that better the educational landscape and provide opportunity for the Military Community. This creates a competitive atmosphere that encourages Institutions to evolve and invest in their programs consistently. Schools who achieve awards designation show true commitment in their efforts, exceeding the standard.” - Kayla Lopez, Vice President, Military Friendly®.
For more information Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口’s student veteran programs, visit the website at www.fhnw.edu/students/military-veterans
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秘密入口 Military Friendly ® Schools:
The Military Friendly ® Schools list is created each year based on extensive research using public data sources from more than 8,800 schools nationwide, input from student veterans, and responses to the proprietary, data-driven Military Friendly® Schools survey from participating institutions. The survey questions, methodology, criteria and weighting were developed with the assistance of an independent research firm and an advisory council of educators and employers. The survey is administered for free and is open to all postsecondary schools that wish to participate. Criteria for consideration can be found at .
秘密入口 Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口:
Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口, located in Goodland, Kansas, is a public technical college offering 19 hands-on technical programs, & 11 NJCAA Athletics. The college provides certificates and associate degrees, along with on-campus housing, food service, and a vibrant student life for a full college experience.
秘密入口 Viqtory:
Founded in 2001, VIQTORY is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities through its G.I. Jobs® and Military Friendly® brands. VIQTORY and its brands are not a part of or endorsed by the U.S. Dept of Defense or any federal government entity. Learn more about VIQTORY at www.viqtory.com.
For further information or to arrange interviews, contact:
Jordan Edwards
Marketing Director
Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口
Goodland, KS 67735
Jordan.edwards@fhnw.edu
(785) 890-1541Military Friendly ® Schools:
Kayla Lopez
Senior Director of Military Partnerships
For press inquiries visit:
www.militaryfriendly.com/supportGoodland Police Department Partners with Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口鈥檚 Crime Scene Investigation Prog
Goodland Police Department Partners with Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口’s Crime Scene Investigation Program- Goodland, KS. (03/10/2025) – The Goodland Police Department has offered space in their facility to establish a fully functional fingerprint lab, designed to benefit both Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口 students and the department’s investigative efforts.
The lab will serve as a hands-on training facility for students, providing them with practical experience in fingerprinting techniques, while also being available for use by the police department in solving case work. Leah Innocci, Senior Crime Scene Analyst and Certified Bloodstain Pattern Analyst, will be providing the necessary training and support to ensure the lab’s success. Innocci also serves as the Crime Scene Investigation instructor at Fort Hays Tech | 秘密入口.
“This collaboration is a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain real-world skills, and we’re grateful to the Goodland Police Department for their support,” said Innocci. “This lab will enhance the CSI curriculum and contribute directly to law enforcement efforts in the community.”
Mar 4: Weather Advisory
With winds and blizzard conditions, we are going to go ahead and cancel classes at all locations. Stay safe, stay warm, and stay inside!