
NEWS & EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
at Kansas Community and Technical Colleges
Certified Fiber Optics Technician Boot Camp 3 Certifications
January 12-16, 8 AM to 5 PM
Butler Community College
This program is an intensive, accelerated version of our traditional Fiber Optic training program, equipping you with 3 Fiber Optic Association sanctioned Certifications in 5 Days. No prior experience necessary. This five-day boot camp includes our three foundational, certified fiber optic courses--Certified Fiber Optics Technician, Certified Fiber Optics Specialist/Splicing, and Certified Fiber Optics Specialist/Testing & Maintenance. Cost includes study materials, exam fees and textbooks for all three courses.
This program may be eligible for funding under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
New Course: AI in 8 Weeks
Starts January 14
Cowley College
In just 8 weeks, you’ll learn how to write powerful prompts that make artificial intelligence work for you. Join live online or follow up during the week.
- Enrollment is open NOW!
- Online format with live or flexible options
- Earn a Cowley-issued digital badge
- Only $560 for Kansas residents
Take the first step into the future — your AI journey begins January 14!
Humanities & Communication Day
February 4, 9 AM to 2 PM
Cowley College
Calling all future storytellers, creators, and communicators!
- Explore Mass Communication & Creative Writing
- Talk with current students
- Enjoy lunch with faculty (free for the first 75 registrants)
- Attend the awards & scholarship presentation
- Plus, high school students can enter our Writing & Video Contests for a chance to win recognition and prizes! Submit entries by January 15, 2026.
Virtual Health Care Career Day
February 18, 9 AM to 12:30 PM
Kansas Hospital Association
This online event takes students and attendees inside Kansas hospitals to view a “day in the life” from health care professionals and engage in Q&A.
Careers to be profiled include:
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Laboratory
Social Services
Pediatrics
AND MORE
Open House
February 26, 9 AM to 1 PM
Manhattan Tech
See for yourself why Manhattan Tech is the right choice for you!
At the Open House, you can get your questions answered - whether about admissions, academic programs, or support services.
Parents and family members are welcome and encouraged to attend.




















