SoMoTech Welding Students Dominate MSU-West Plains Competition

Students from the Southern Missouri Technical Institute (SoMoTech) welding program proved their skills in a big way at the recent Missouri State University-West Plains High School Welding Contest, sweeping the top four spots in the competition.

Congratulations to the Winners:

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1st Place – Hoyt Weisbrod

2nd Place – Kamdyn Ming

3rd Place – Andrew Jackson

4th Place – Jaren Rutledge

Their outstanding performances highlight the strength of SoMoTech’s skilled trades programs and the bright futures of these aspiring welders. Competitions like this not only showcase student talent but also emphasize the importance of hands-on technical education in preparing the next generation of skilled workers.

With such a strong showing, the SoMoTech welding program continues to establish itself as a leader in trade education, equipping students with the skills they need for successful careers in welding and beyond.

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