Mikala Sposito became the first woman to medal in welding at the world championships

Washtenaw Community College student Mikala Sposito won bronze in welding at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 — the first woman ever to medal in welding in the competition's history, and the first woman to represent the U.S. in the event. She beat 36 of the world's best young welders after two years of grueling training. Sparks fly, barriers fall.