Foundation News

Please join us in congratulating the new Resident Assistants (RAs) selected for the upcoming Academic Year 2025 – 2026 in Foundation Hall and J.A. Wedum Foundation Hall. We had numerous well-qualified applicants apply for these positions and are excited to announce the chosen students:

For Mike and Kellie Daniels, Alexandria Technical and Community College was more than a steppingstone—it was the foundation for their journey to becoming successful restaurant owners. Their story is one of passion, perseverance, and a commitment to continuing a cherished legacy.

Alexandria Technical and Community College partnered with Lund Boats of New York Mills, Johnson Outdoors, and Ray’s Sport and Marine of Alexandria. The partnership resulted in a hands-on learning opportunity for the college's Marine, Motorcycle, and Powersports Technician program students and a fully outfitted Lund 1775 Adventure boat package – now the centerpiece of a special raffle.

Give to the Max Day has become an annual giving holiday in Minnesota! We are excited to share with you that the Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation is registered with GiveMN and is participating in Give to the Max Day 2024. Give to the Max Day is Thursday, November 21, 2024; however, you can make your donation now to count as part of the Early Giving period.

Alexandria Technical and Community College Foundation hosted its annual Legends Gala at Crooked Willow in Osakis, Minn., on October 4, 2024. The gala raises funds for student scholarships and other student-focused initiatives.

The Alexandria Technical & Community College hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 7, 2024, to celebrate the grand opening of the J.A. Wedum Foundation Hall. The new student housing project marks a significant milestone in the college’s ongoing growth and commitment to providing students with a vibrant and supportive living environment.

This year's Scramble for Scholarships Golf Tournament brought more than 150 golfers to Geneva Golf Club on May 22, 2024.

The Alexandria Technical and Community College Foundation and the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on Wednesday, August 7 at 3:00 pm, to celebrate the opening of J.A. Wedum Foundation Hall (1509 Jefferson Street, Alexandria).

The Alexandria Technical and Community College Foundation held the Dean Schenk Memorial Torque Wrench Presentation on February 6, 2024. This annual tool scholarship is awarded to students in their second year of the Diesel Mechanics program.

Polaris Inc. (Polaris), through The Polaris Foundation, donated $20,000 to the Alexandria Technical and Community College Foundation to support the Polaris Workforce Development Scholarship.