Alumni Success Stories
Joe and Glenda Miller
Joe: 1969 Auto Mechanics and 1971 Machine Tool Technology Alum | Glenda: 1972 Drafting Alum
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2024 Commencement Speaker
Matt Pritchard
2000 Electronics Engineering Alum
Matt attended State Technical College and graduated with an Associates in Electronics Engineering Technology in 2000. While attending State Tech, Matt also served in the United Stated Marine Corps Reserves as a Radio Operator until July 2001. Matt later joined the Missouri Army National Guard in support of operations Noble Eagle and Iraqi Freedom. Matt continued his education receiving a Bachelor’s in Business Management - Human Resources (2012) and Masters of Business Administration (2014). Matt is the current Regional Director of External Affairs for AT&T Missouri. In this role he is responsible for AT&T Missouri’s regulatory reporting through the Missouri Public Service Commission and Legislative policy review. He is also representing AT&T in Chambers of Commerce, industry conferences, and is involved in external outreach in Central and Northern Missouri. Matt has served in this role since 2015. In Matt’s 24 years with AT&T, he also served as the Regional Network Operations Manager for AT&T’s wireline operations, Customer Services Technician, and Network Operations Technician. Matt has continued his involvement with State Tech and is currently the Chair of the State Tech Foundation. Outside of AT&T, Matt is a Volunteer Firefighter with Cole County Fire Protection District, plays hockey for Fire during the annual Guns and Hoses Hockey game, volunteers with DECA, Skills USA, JAG Missouri, and the Governors Student Leadership Forum. When not working or volunteering, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and three boys outside at home or at their river house on the Gasconade River.
2023 Commencement Speaker
Steve Sellenriek
1997 Heavy Equipment Technology Alum
Steve Sellenriek graduated from State Technical College of Missouri (formerly known as Linn Tech) in 1997 with a certificate in Heavy Equipment Technology. He went to work at Sellenriek Construction working in all aspects of the Broadband business from laborer, operator, shop technician, splicer, foreman, supervisor, and now President. Sellenriek Construction had 25 employees when he went to work doing telecom work. Sellenriek Construction grew doing broadband construction including other services such as: utility locating, broadband engineering, GIS mapping, civil utility boring, and electrical distribution work. With all the growth, two other companies were founded as UtiliSource and Sellenriek Energy with over 300 combined employees. Sellenriek serves on several industry boards, which are the Power and Communication Contractor Association, Associated General Contractors of Missouri, and the Common Ground Alliance. In 2018, he was appointed by the Governor to serve on the State Tech Board of Regents. He currently serves as the vice president of the board. He also enjoys serving on the Jonesburg High Hill Fire Protection District, the Jonesburg Lions Club, Montgomery City Freemasons, and the Mid-Mo Shriners. Outside of work and other commitments, you will likely find Sellenriek going to car shows with his classics, the Lake of the Ozarks, and spending time with his family especially his nieces and nephews.
2022 Commencement Speaker
Rusty Drewing
1997 Heavy Equipment Operations Alum
Rusty Dutton has been in the construction industry for almost 25 years. After graduating from Centralia High School in 1996, Dutton began honing his skills at State Technical College of Missouri. In 1997, he graduated from the Heavy Equipment Operations program and started his career. While working primarily in heavy highway construction, Dutton has worked in multiple capacities from the field to the office leading him to his current role as manager of Capital Hauling. Dutton also serves on the Centralia R-6 Board of Education, Central Missouri Political Action Committee for the Builders’ Association, Emerging Leaders Committee for the Missouri Asphalt Pavement Association and is a Kiwanis member. Most importantly Dutton is a husband and father. Dutton and his wife, Jessica, have been married for 21 fantastic years. They are parents to Tanner, a junior in high school, and Raleigh, a seventh grader. Dutton and his family reside on their farm in Audrain County and are members of Parkview Christian Church. Outside of work and other commitments you will likely find Dutton at his children’s sporting events or working to improve his farm. Unless it is turkey or deer season, then he is hunting. Dutton also enjoys spending time with his two Labrador Retrievers, Willie and Waylon, who love riding shotgun in the ranger.
2021 Commencement Speaker
Greg Venverloh
2012 Powersports Technology Alum
Greg Venverloh is a 2012 graduate of State Technical College of Missouri. He earned his Associate of Applied Science degree in Powersports Technology. While at State Tech, Greg secured an internship at St. Louis Powersports, a multi-line powersport dealer in St. Louis, Missouri. After graduating he began working full time for St. Louis Powersports as a Lead Technician. In 2018, Greg pursued the opportunity to work for Kawasaki Motors Corporation, a major powersports manufacturer. Greg is currently a Field Service Advisor for Kawasaki and works out of their home office in St. Louis, Missouri. He assists with over 120 Kawasaki dealerships across seven states in the Midwest. In 2016, Greg started racing sport bikes at road course tracks across the Midwest, following the Midwest Café Racing Association (MCRA). Greg’s career in the powersports industry provides him the funds to go racing, access to shop space and equipment, as well as other resources to keep his motorcycle in racing form. After winning the 2017 MCRA’s Amateur Class Championship, Greg moved to the MCRA Expert Class and was elected the MCRA President in 2018. Greg left the MCRA and joined the Championship Cup Series (CCS) for the Midwest region in 2020. This summer he will race in his first MotoAmerica Pro Race at Road America Raceway in Wisconsin. Greg loves his work which allows him to enjoy racing. His success in racing provided him an opportunity to propose to his girlfriend on the podium during his victory speech. Greg and Mindy were married in 2019 and welcomed their beautiful baby girl in November of 2020.
2020 Commencement Speaker
Eric Milligan
2007 Industrial Electricity Alum
Eric Milligan is a 2007 graduate of State Technical College of Missouri. He earned his Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Electricity with an emphasis on Construction and Programmable Logic Controllers. While at State Tech, Eric secured an internship through the college at Unilever HPC in Jefferson City. After graduating he accepted a job with Unilever as an Electrical Technician. He has moved up in the company in roles such as Controls Engineer and Automation and Control Supervisor. Eric’s current role is Engineering Manager of Automation and Controls for the North America Beauty and Personnel Care Category. He oversees four factories across North America. Since graduating from State Tech Eric has furthered his education. In 2014 he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Technology and in 2016 his Master of Science degree in Industrial Management from the University of Central Missouri. Eric resides in Osage Beach with his wife Courtney and their three boys, Finn, Loki, and Declan. When Eric is not working, he loves playing music, traveling, and enjoying the adventures of life with his family.
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