Carthage College in the News: A Hub of Academic Excellence and Community Engagement
Carthage College, nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, Wisconsin, continues to garner attention for its academic advancements, community involvement, and the accomplishments of its students, faculty, and alumni. With a student body of 2,600 full-time undergraduates and a commitment to providing educational experiences uncommon in a small campus environment, Carthage is making significant strides in various fields. Here's a look at some of the recent news highlights featuring the college.
Academic Innovations and Program Expansions
Addressing the Nursing Shortage
Recognizing the growing nursing workforce gap, Carthage College is expanding its nursing programs and opening a School of Health. This initiative underscores the college's commitment to preparing highly qualified and compassionate healthcare professionals to meet the rising demand in the healthcare sector. Carthage College has affirmed its commitment to blend real-world experience with academic excellence.
Engineering Department's Industry Connections
The Carthage Engineering Department is actively connecting classroom learning to industry practice, offering students opportunities to design complex systems and understand their impact on people globally. The fall 2025 semester was defined by active industry connections.
Partnership with Michigan Technological University
Carthage College and Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech) have launched the Graduate Education Fellowship Program to expand graduate pathways for students.
J-Term Photo Contest
The college recently announced the winners of the 2026 J-Term photo contest, showcasing the creative talents of its students.
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Faculty and Staff Recognition
Vince Ceja Named Notable CFO
Vince Ceja, vice president for finance and chief financial officer at Carthage, was recognized as a Notable CFO by BizTimes Milwaukee.
President John Swallow's Insights
Carthage President John Swallow was featured in a podcast by EAB, discussing the college's progress with "Moon Shot for Equity." He also spoke in the Kenosha News about Carthage’s growing programs, new athletic teams, the closing of equity gaps, improved facilities, and more.
Prof. Murat Dinç Recognized as Community Catalyst
Prof. Murat Dinç of the Engineering Department has been selected as a community catalyst for the 2025-26 cohort by Engineering Unleashed.
Joseph Tenuta Appointed Rogers Palmer Distinguished Professor
Carthage College has appointed Joseph Tenuta as the next Rogers Palmer Distinguished Professor in Business.
Student Achievements and Activities
"Dear Elizabeth" Production
Student director Annaliese Ruh ’26 discussed Carthage’s production of “Dear Elizabeth,” a play drawn from a series of letters between two American poets, on WGTD’s Morning Show.
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Engineering Students' Community Outreach
Engineering students hosted the second annual TIN-kering With Engineering community outreach event, entertaining 30+ attendees while collecting 1,614 food cans. The event was run by 23 engineering students on campus.
Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium Awards
Five Carthage students received Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium fall awards, highlighting the College’s role as a key contributor to the state’s aerospace and STEM workforce. This year, Carthage students secured five Undergraduate Scholarship Awards.
Engineering Students' Global Experiences
Engineering students are expanding their global and career horizons through J-Term opportunities, learning to design complex systems and understanding their impact on people across the globe.
Athletics
Wrestling Team Achievements
Carthage College's wrestling team has demonstrated notable performances. Kish (22-9) scored 17.5 team points en route to a top-four showing. In the semifinals, Kish dropped a 12-5 decision to Izzy Balsiger of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He responded with a fall in 6:33 over Thomas Holmquist of Saint John's in the consolation semifinals to secure a spot in the third-place match. At 141 pounds, Edgar Albino (20-9) placed fifth and added 12.5 team points. Albino recorded a 16-1 technical fall over Dallas Sibbet of Saint John's and a fall in 3:28 against Jacob Hillshafer of Lakeland to reach the semifinals. Zaren Anderson (32-8) earned seventh place at 157 pounds, totaling 10.5 team points. He secured falls in 4:13 over Dillon Raab of Lakeland and in 5:42 against Ben Messier of Milwaukee School of Engineering during the seventh-place bout. At 174 pounds, Maxwell Schmitt (12-20) placed eighth with 5 team points. CJ Gilbert (32-12) picked up a consolation victory at 165 pounds, earning a 2-1 decision over Blake Delsman of Wisconsin-Platteville.
Arts and Culture
Performing Arts Series
The trio comprising Tenors MKE talked about their Performing Arts Series concert at Carthage on WGTD’s Morning Show.
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