Strong Community Recognition Manhattan Area Technical College has been recognized as the second-best community college in the nation and ranks highly within Kansas for its ADN program, indicating a reputable brand presence and potential for increased enrollments and partnerships in healthcare and technical education sectors.

Strategic Program Expansion Recent launches of business courses and planned programs at Fort Riley suggest opportunities to collaborate with the college on curriculum development, industry-specific training, and workforce placement initiatives aligned with regional economic growth.

Significant Grant Funding The college received a notable $668,000 grant from the Patterson Family Foundation, demonstrating strong financial backing and potential for funding joint community projects, technology upgrades, or new program initiatives.

Growing Industry Collaborations Partnerships such as the Childcare Business Initiative point to an active engagement with community organizations, creating openings for service providers, tech solutions, and training companies to support local workforce development efforts.

Digital Engagement & Events With ongoing events like career fairs and a robust online presence supported by analytics tools, there are opportunities to offer digital solutions, recruitment platforms, and online marketing services to enhance the college’s outreach and student engagement strategies.