KCC’s New Albion Building Expands Room for Welding Training
Kellogg Community College has completed a new Albion facility to expand welding-training capacity.

Kellogg Community College has completed a new auxiliary building at its Eastern Academic Center in Albion, expanding the physical capacity available for welding training.
The 40-by-60-foot building was completed in August and is designed primarily to support the Welding Program. KCC says its 16-foot ceilings, overhead doors and reinforced concrete floor can accommodate forklifts and heavy equipment used in hands-on instruction. Why the added space mattersThe college says the facility will help it serve more students and respond to continuing demand for skilled welders. For residents considering a trades pathway, the addition represents more local room for training close to home.
Eastern Academic Center Director Chrissy Pfeil called it an investment in students and the region’s skilled workforce. The announcement does not promise a specific new class schedule, so prospective students should verify current programs, entry requirements and availability directly with KCC. Where to find program informationUse KCC’s facility announcement and the college’s current academic offerings for enrollment details. Questions you might haveQ: Where is the new building?
Q: What is it for?
Q: Does this guarantee an open seat? |
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good to see KCC investing in trades. More shops should do this
Ben S.Totally agree, Ben. We need more training for trades around here, especially with the job openings coming up. Glad KCC is stepping up.
Thank you for your support! We're proud to see KCC making practical investments to help meet the growing demand for skilled trades in our community.