Local Resident Rachel McGuire to Lead New Radiography Program at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Rachel McGuire is leading a new Radiography program at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, which is set to start in the fall of 2024. The program has attracted a lot of interest due to the high demand for radiographers in the region. McGuire, who graduated from Viroqua High School, Western Technical College, and Marion University, has an associate degree in Radiography and a Bachelor of Science degree in Radiologic Technology, with a minor in management.

McGuire gained experience as a radiologic technologist at Crossing Rivers Health in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. She is now leading the new program at Southwest Tech and is also studying for her master’s degree at Western Governor’s University. Radiographers play a vital role in healthcare, producing medical images for disease diagnosis and treatment.

McGuire has spoken about the diverse and practical nature of the field. She also mentioned the many job opportunities, as all local hospitals are currently hiring radiographers. The new program aims to meet this demand by training qualified employees for imaging departments.

The college's radiography lab is under construction and the new equipment is expected to be ready by January 2025. Until then, off-campus lab space will be used for students starting in the fall. The first class of the Radiography program is expected to graduate in May 2026.

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is a part of the Wisconsin Technical College System. It offers over 60 programs in various disciplines, providing apprenticeship, certificate, technical diploma, and associate degree programs. The college aims to meet district workforce needs and prepare students for career advancement.

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