Over 100 Years of Success

Gateway Technical College began in 1911 as America’s first publicly funded technical college, preparing students to achieve their academic and professional goals. Our hands-on training in over 70 programs of study prepares 21,000 students annually to enter new careers or advance their current ones. We value and serve students and communities in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties through a nationally recognized approach to career and technical education.

Gateway Vision

We make life-changing educational opportunities a reality.

Our Mission

We deliver industry-focused education that is flexible, accessible and affordable for our diverse community.

Our Values

At Gateway Technical College, we value:

• diversity of individuals and perspectives.

• a positive climate for working and learning.

• innovation and risk-taking.

• honest and ethical behavior.

• quality and excellence in education.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

You Belong Here
The Red Hawk family welcomes everyone. From our administration to our staff, to our faculty and student organizations, Gateway champions diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our community. Formed in 2020, our Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, led by Tammi Summers, PhD, ensures that the college provides all students and staff a culturally rich working and learning environment. Scroll to the bottom for more resources.

Gateway Technical College Statement on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environment to enhance the Gateway experience for all students and staff.

• We value diverse perspectives, strengths, contributions, backgrounds, and cultures.

• We provide resources to each person according to their individual needs so they can overcome barriers and challenges to their success.

• We strive to create a sense of belonging where everyone can live authentic lives without concern of negatively impacting their opportunities for success.

• To maintain a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, each member of the Gateway community is charged to honor differences and to treat everyone with care and respect.

A Partner in Our Community

Gateway is committed to serving not only our students but our communities as a whole. In addition to in-demand career education, we offer a number of continuing education courses, customized business and workforce training, community events, services for community members, business support services and more. We collaborate with local business, industry and community leaders to help our communities grow and thrive.

Your Career is Waiting

Gateway is more than just a place to work; it’s a place to achieve your goals and begin a career you love. Our vision is to create a diverse workplace where people are engaged and achieving. We do so by creating opportunities for success through superior training and funding educational endeavors. Our Human Resources department strives to hire and retain those who are exceptional and enthusiastic in their profession and demonstrate a spirit of teamwork. Join our workforce and join a dynamic community of professionals passionate about fostering student success.

Why Work at Gateway
Gateway’s Human Resources goal is to attract, motivate and retain a qualified and diverse workforce in support of the college’s mission and vision. We recognize that Gateway employees work hard to improve our community through life-changing education and support, so in return, we strive to make Gateway an excellent place to work. At Gateway, we offer a generous benefits package including competitive compensation, insurance, an employee clinic, tuition reimbursement and much more.