On today's episode of "What's Going On at NWTI Today?" school president David Patty takes his truck in to our automotive shop for student-provided service. Under the supervision of our crack automotive tech instructors, of course!
Students Colin Wilson (under the hood), and Essa Downum (in the driver's seat), along with department head and instructor John Lindsey, perform system leak and evaporative emission testing.
Never fear, President Patty, your vehicle is in good hands! #automotive #automotiveservice #adhe #workforcetraining #workforceeducation #nwti #nwarkansas #pickuptrucks #vehicleservice
Students Colin Wilson (under the hood), and Essa Downum (in the driver's seat), along with department head and instructor John Lindsey, perform system leak and evaporative emission testing.
Never fear, President Patty, your vehicle is in good hands! #automotive #automotiveservice #adhe #workforcetraining #workforceeducation #nwti #nwarkansas #pickuptrucks #vehicleservice
Question: what does an $8 million dollar spend and almost 30,000 square feet on our Main Campus mean to our region? The state of Arkansas' only Ammonia Refrigeration and Boiler Training facility of its kind!
Raising the quality of our workforce and the lives of individuals and families is one of our main missions. The Ammonia Building represents a huge step forward in improving our course offerings and opportunities for career advancement. Sometimes, it's a good idea to keep "moving the goalposts!" Get more information right here: bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #adhe #osd #workforceeducation #nwti #nwarkansas #shorttermtraining #credentials #upskilling
Raising the quality of our workforce and the lives of individuals and families is one of our main missions. The Ammonia Building represents a huge step forward in improving our course offerings and opportunities for career advancement. Sometimes, it's a good idea to keep "moving the goalposts!" Get more information right here: bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #adhe #osd #workforceeducation #nwti #nwarkansas #shorttermtraining #credentials #upskilling
Here's a few photos from our Halloween party last Friday. Tricks and treats were abundant! #halloween #nwti #costumes #trickortreat
October 30th, 2025: ribbon-cutting group photo. Subject: the Grand Opening of our Ammonia Refrigeration Training Facility.
With the scissors, NWTI President David Patty, on the left side holding the ribbon, Bryan Evans, Executive Director of Short Term Industry Training, on the left side is Jeremy Sherman, instructor of Ammonia Refrigeration. Flanking David Patty, pictured on the left, are Dr. Ken Warden, Commissioner of the Arkansas Department of Higher Education, and Aaron Wright, Chairperson of the Board of NWTI. To the right of David in this picture, Mike Rogers, State of Arkansas Chief Workforce Officer, and Dan Douglas, Chairperson of the NWTI Education Foundation. Surrounding them, members of the NWTI and NWTI Foundation Boards of Directors, ADHE officials, Springdale Chamber members and ambassadors, and NWTI staff & instructors. #adhe #nwti #chamberofcommerce #nwarkansas #springdale #workforceeducation #ammoniarefrigeration #ribboncutting
Last evening, October 30th, NWTI had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of our Ammonia Refrigeration Facility, along with an event for Northwest Technical Institute's 50th Anniversary.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped, attended, and joined in our festivities!
These are just a few of the MANY photos we'll have to share with everyone. Stay tuned for much more content along with videos, next week! #nwti #adhe #workforcetraining #ammoniarefrigeration #boilertraining #ribboncutting #nwaarkansas #littlerock #springdalechamberofcommerce
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped, attended, and joined in our festivities!
These are just a few of the MANY photos we'll have to share with everyone. Stay tuned for much more content along with videos, next week! #nwti #adhe #workforcetraining #ammoniarefrigeration #boilertraining #ribboncutting #nwaarkansas #littlerock #springdalechamberofcommerce
We sincerely thank our NWTI Advisory Board members for attending one of our semiannual meetings, where they helped us improve our workforce training by identifying the crucial skills that employers are looking for.
We also provided everyone with a buffet dinner from Catfish Hole. Nothing says "gratitude" like a full plate of catfish! And chicken tenders, and hush puppies and... #nwti #advisoryboard #thankyou #workforceeducation #catfishhole
We also provided everyone with a buffet dinner from Catfish Hole. Nothing says "gratitude" like a full plate of catfish! And chicken tenders, and hush puppies and... #nwti #advisoryboard #thankyou #workforceeducation #catfishhole
🚛 Ready to Hit the Road Toward a New Career?
Looking for a fresh start or a serious upgrade? Get your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at Northwest Technical Institute — where actual skills meet real opportunity. 💪✨
With hands-on training, experienced instructors, and a program built to get you job-ready fast — this isn’t just another class... it’s your new lane in life. 🙌💼
Whether you're switching careers or starting fresh, NWTI has your back. #CDLTraining #DriveYourFuture #TruckDriverLife #CareerReady #HandsOnTraining #CDLSchool #TechEd #NWTI #ArkansasDrivers #SkilledTrades
Looking for a fresh start or a serious upgrade? Get your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at Northwest Technical Institute — where actual skills meet real opportunity. 💪✨
With hands-on training, experienced instructors, and a program built to get you job-ready fast — this isn’t just another class... it’s your new lane in life. 🙌💼
Whether you're switching careers or starting fresh, NWTI has your back. #CDLTraining #DriveYourFuture #TruckDriverLife #CareerReady #HandsOnTraining #CDLSchool #TechEd #NWTI #ArkansasDrivers #SkilledTrades
SAVE THE DATE AND SPREAD THE WORD! There is a great opportunity coming up to update your pet's vaccines and get a chip for a super low cost! The Animal League of Washington County is having its annual Pet Wellness Expo on Saturday, Nov. 15th, from 10am to 2pm, hosted at the Northwest Technical Institute's main campus parking lot located at 709 S. Old Missouri Road in Springdale. You don't even have to get out of your vehicle because it's a drive-thru clinic! #dogs #cats #animalleagueofwashingtoncounty #petwellness #nwti #petvaccines
From our friend and industry partner, instructor Justin Michael via #LinkedIn: Certified Industrial Partners held an Operator 2 for Tyson Foods at Northwest Technical Institute in Springdale, AR this week.
These guys came from all across the country and worked hard to earn those certificates. Congrats, gentlemen, and we hope to see all of you guys next year for Operator 3 training! #certifiedindustrialpartners #ammoniarefrigeration #industrialmaintenance #shorttermtraining #stackablecredentials #nwti #reta
These guys came from all across the country and worked hard to earn those certificates. Congrats, gentlemen, and we hope to see all of you guys next year for Operator 3 training! #certifiedindustrialpartners #ammoniarefrigeration #industrialmaintenance #shorttermtraining #stackablecredentials #nwti #reta
NOVEMBER 7TH! SAVE THAT DATE for a free Lunch and Learn session designed specifically for plant and maintenance leadership.
+ Learn how ultrasound inspection with UE Systems can detect leaks, electrical issues, and mechanical failures before they cause downtime.
+ Discover cost-saving strategies through proactive maintenance.
+ See real-world case studies from facilities like yours with a live demo + Q&A with certified ultrasound specialists.
Scan the QR code or use this address: https://nwti.site/lunch-and-learn/
+ Learn how ultrasound inspection with UE Systems can detect leaks, electrical issues, and mechanical failures before they cause downtime.
+ Discover cost-saving strategies through proactive maintenance.
+ See real-world case studies from facilities like yours with a live demo + Q&A with certified ultrasound specialists.
Scan the QR code or use this address: https://nwti.site/lunch-and-learn/
Here's the answer to Tuesday's challenge question: according to what is written on the back of this photo, it is from 1987!
Thank you for participating everyone. We'll have more of these over the next few months! #nwti #triviaanswer #nostalgia #nwakansas
Thank you for participating everyone. We'll have more of these over the next few months! #nwti #triviaanswer #nostalgia #nwakansas
Here's a "classic" picture of the front of Northwest Technical Institute back when we weren't called "Northwest Technical Institute."
What year do you think the photo was taken? Post your guesses!
Do you have any memories of our school when the main building looked like this? Post those too! #nwti #nwti50thanniversary #nti #nwarkansas #vocationalschool
What year do you think the photo was taken? Post your guesses!
Do you have any memories of our school when the main building looked like this? Post those too! #nwti #nwti50thanniversary #nti #nwarkansas #vocationalschool
"Arkansas' trade industry leaders are looking for ways to attract the next generation of workers, appealing to a younger generation with career training opportunities that include little to no debt..."
Northwest Technical Institute specializes in teaching life-changing skills. Testimonials from some of our graduates and former students coming soon! #nwti #skill #workforceeducation #nodebt #trades #students #votech #nwarkansas #careertraining
Northwest Technical Institute specializes in teaching life-changing skills. Testimonials from some of our graduates and former students coming soon! #nwti #skill #workforceeducation #nodebt #trades #students #votech #nwarkansas #careertraining
At NWTI, we understand the critical role that skilled technicians play in the success of industrial operations. That’s why we offer short-term industry training programs designed to meet the workforce needs of local and regional employers.
Go to our website: nwti.edu for more information. #nwti #training #shorttermtraining #skilledtechnicians
Go to our website: nwti.edu for more information. #nwti #training #shorttermtraining #skilledtechnicians
When the doors opened at "Northwest Vo-Tec" on August 11, 1975, the dream became a reality. Fast forward to September 22, 2025, the reality of providing Workforce Training Excellence to this region and state continues to be realized.
Join us on this journey! Everyone is welcome! #nwti #nwarkansas #workforceeducation #anniversary #votech #highereducation
Join us on this journey! Everyone is welcome! #nwti #nwarkansas #workforceeducation #anniversary #votech #highereducation
Arkansas Adult Education will be hosting an Open House on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Come and see us to learn how you can move ahead with the NWTI Adult Education Division! #adulteducation #nwarkansas #ged #adultlearner #nwti #openhouse #esl
This week, students and staff at NWTI got to hear from James Peterson of Advanced Technology Consultants (ATC). He also led a hands-on demonstration of the UR3.
The industry calls the UR3 a "collaborative robot." It moves more slowly and is considered safer than its counterparts. James selected 4 students from our Electronics and Automation Technology class to program the robot arm and test their completed work.
Thank you to James and ATC for a very interesting and informative session! #electronics #automation #advancedtechnologyconsultants #nwarkansas #nwti #ur3 #collaboration #atc
The industry calls the UR3 a "collaborative robot." It moves more slowly and is considered safer than its counterparts. James selected 4 students from our Electronics and Automation Technology class to program the robot arm and test their completed work.
Thank you to James and ATC for a very interesting and informative session! #electronics #automation #advancedtechnologyconsultants #nwarkansas #nwti #ur3 #collaboration #atc
No comment needed. #salute
Yesterday, Wes Taylor, president of NWA Steel, made a presentation to our welding program students. He shared some of the best ways to do things, industry information, and career options with them.
Thank you for taking the time to come see us, Wes. NWA Steel remains a great partner and industry advisor for NWTI! #nwasteel #nwti #welding #nwarkansas
Thank you for taking the time to come see us, Wes. NWA Steel remains a great partner and industry advisor for NWTI! #nwasteel #nwti #welding #nwarkansas
Just before the Weekend Welding! It looks like a mini field trip for NWTI's welding class today. But since they're dealing with acetylene torch training and tanks, the safest place to do that is outside of the "Byrd Welding Center!"
Still hard at it on a late Friday afternoon. Good job everyone! And yes, I spelled "acetylene" correctly without looking it up! #welding #nwti #nwarkansas #acetylene #weldersworld
Still hard at it on a late Friday afternoon. Good job everyone! And yes, I spelled "acetylene" correctly without looking it up! #welding #nwti #nwarkansas #acetylene #weldersworld
