The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 65, introduced by a group of senators and representatives, congratulates Southwest Wisconsin Technical College for winning the prestigious 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. This award recognizes community colleges that demonstrate high levels of student success, particularly for those from historically underserved backgrounds. The Aspen Prize is awarded biennially based on comprehensive evaluations, including data analysis and feedback from various stakeholders, and Southwest Wisconsin Technical College was honored for its exceptional teaching practices, strong employer partnerships, and effective student support programs.

The resolution highlights the significance of this achievement, as the college not only received a $700,000 award but was also recognized as the top two-year college in the nation. The Wisconsin State Legislature expresses its commendation and appreciation for the college's faculty, staff, students, and community partners for their contributions to enhancing higher education in Wisconsin.