Kansas Senate Tribute for #1 Two-Year College Ranking

Manhattan Tech Receives Kansas Senate Tribute for #1 Two-Year College Ranking  

Manhattan Area Technical College was recently recognized at the Kansas State Capitol with an official Kansas Senate Tribute, honoring the college’s commitment to workforce development and student success. The tribute, presented by Senator Starnes and Representative Sydney Carlin, acknowledges Manhattan Tech's critical role in preparing students for in-demand careers and its impact on Kansas’s economy. 

To accept this honor, Manhattan Tech's President Jim Genandt, Board Chair Tim Flanery, students Ben Genandt (Business) and Edith Frye (Automotive Technology & Service Representative), and faculty member Brian Koch (Math & GED Instructor) traveled to Topeka. During their visit, they met with several state senators, reinforcing the importance of technical education in building a strong workforce. 

"At Manhattan Tech, we believe in the power of hard work, hands-on learning, and real opportunities. This recognition from the Kansas Senate reinforces what we strive for every day—training students for careers that keep Kansas strong. We’re proud to see our graduates not only succeed but stay in Kansas and contribute to their communities." – Jim Genandt, President of Manhattan Tech 

This recognition follows Manhattan Tech being named the #1 Two-Year College in the Nation for 2024 by WalletHub. The ranking is based on affordability, student success, job placement, and graduate retention in Kansas, reflecting the college’s focus on getting students trained, hired, and into good-paying careers. 

Manhattan Tech is proud to be recognized by the Kansas Senate and remains committed to delivering hands-on, skills-based education that fuels the workforce and strengthens communities.