Oped by Commissioner Terry Cook
If you’re a Wilco resident with a high school diploma or GED looking for a more flexible and much more affordable degree or certification program, I recommend two unbeatable options.
Last fall, I toured and wrote about the East Williamson County Higher Education Center in Hutto. Texas State Technical College, Temple College, and Texas A&M University-Central Texas that comprise EWCHEC, which formed a partnership with the Hutto community.
EWCHEC, through its three colleges, provides an opportunity to obtain associate degrees, coursework to finish bachelor’s and graduate degrees, and certification/licensure in programs like industrial maintenance, precision machining, welding and even cybersecurity.
EWCHEC’s campus buildings and programs continue to expand and excel. For more information, please visit http://ewchec.net/ .
Now Wilco residents—particularly working adults—can finish or obtain degrees from an accredited and reputable online university.