Rich Barnhouse

Rich Barnhouse was appointed the 7th president of Waukesha County Technical College on January 5, 2021. Prior to his presidency, he served as vice president of Student Services and Enrollment Management at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota. Previously, Barnhouse served as associate vice chancellor for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at the University of Wisconsin Colleges from 2011 to 2016, dean of students at Moraine Park Technical College from 2007 to 2011, and assistant campus dean for Administrative Services at the University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan from 2004 to 2007. He earned a doctorate from Cardinal Stritch University, a master’s degree from Central Michigan University and a bachelor’s degree from Brock University in Ontario, Canada.

Rich has prioritized building relationships with local business and industry partners by exploring new collaborations and opportunities and ensuring the College offers the education and training needed for an evolving workforce.