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The weather certainly cooperated on Thursday evening, March 15th, for Mansfield to hold their annual career fair. The purpose of this event is to provide Mansfield High School students the opportunity to explore hands-on careers and skilled trades. The invitation was also extended to area high schools. STI Admissions Advisor Rhonda Jermyn had a steady…

On February 28th, STI Admissions participated in a college and career event for the class of 2019 at East Bridgewater High School. Several higher education representatives spoke as well as a member of The National Guard. Topics included: Finding the Right Fit The College Essay Selective Admissions UMASS Admissions High School Activities/College Opportunities Community College…

Alicia Vye of Norton has been named the 2018 Massachusetts Vocational Association’s outstanding Post-Secondary Vocational Technical Student. Ms. Vye, enrolled in the Medical Assisting Program at Southeastern Technical Institute, will graduate with her post-secondary certificate this spring. Criteria for the award included personal commitment to vocational education and to the program, success in the vocational…

On Tuesday evening, February 6th, STI held the Institutional Advisory Committee meeting.  Board Members, staff, and faculty met to review 2017 and to discuss the 2018-2020 Strategic Plan for the Institute. Southeastern Technical Institute has identified five goals or focus areas that include admissions, building infrastructure, new program development, accreditation, and student support. Advisory Committees are essential to…

During the first week of February, the Dental Assisting Program welcomed guest speakers into the classroom and lab. Dr. Emad Abdallah and Ms. Nicole Bostic covered Preclinical Orthodontics for the Dental Assisting students at STI. Dr. Abdallah is a local orthodontist, and Nicole Bostic, a 2016 graduate of STI, is an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant.…

To qualify for the licensing process in Massachusetts you must attend a Cosmetology school while spending at least 1,ooo hours learning about hair, nail, and skin care. The specific topics studied are decided by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering.  STI boasts a 100% passing rate for its graduates. January graduates Mike…

On Tuesday evening, February 6th, guests enjoyed a delicious buffet prepared and served by STI’s Adult Culinary Arts students and Chefs. It was almost a full house (no surprise), with a menu to please any palate. Offerings included an omelet station, filet mignon, eggs benedict, banana bread flapjacks, fried chicken, miso glazed salmon, carved sirloin…

On Thursday, February 9th, several juniors and seniors from Mansfield High School had the opportunity to tour our facilities, meet faculty and staff, and enjoy lunch in the Colonial Room restaurant. Each student received a personalized packet with an STI view book, program brochures, a financial aid  sheet and an entrance exam flyer. Also included…

STI’s Practical Nurse Program Director Marybeth Pepin recently received information about Worcester State University LPN to BS Program deadline extension. “I am happy to announce the Worcester State University LPN to BS Program will be extending the application deadline until March 31st. We would greatly appreciate if each of you could distribute this information to your current and former students…

Southeastern Technical Institute welcomes 2018 with the start of two new post-secondary programs: Electricity and Plumbing. The 10-month programs are designed to give novices in-depth and hands-on learning experiences leading to an entry-level position in the industry. STI is the first post-secondary school in the Commonwealth to offer a Chapter 74 post-secondary Electricity Program. Plumbing…