3M’s perspective on workforce issues
You’ve probably heard the saying that only death and taxes are certain. Maybe add having a 3M product at home, work or wherever you go to that list. Whether it’s the popular N95 mask, adhesives,…
Workforce Development
Reporter’s notebook
Senate confirms Loyd to lead OCTAEED’s first chief economist Senate confirms Loyd to lead OCTAE Amy Loyd The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Amy Loyd, a former community college student, as the U.S. Education Department’s (ED)…
Confusion about credentials and work readiness
Uncertainty among recent graduates regarding whether their college credential or trade certification truly indicates that they have the skills employers seek could be swaying roughly half of them from even applying for entry-level jobs in…
New round of $50M SCCT grants
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is now accepting applications for the third round of its Strengthening Community Colleges Training (SCCT) grants, which provides $50 million in funding for community colleges to address equity gaps…
Reporter’s notebook
Florida college to establish National Electric Vehicle ConsortiumColorado college recognized for efforts to address student hungerHouse hearing on DOL priorities Florida college to establish National Electric Vehicle Consortium Indian River State College (IRSC) will use…
Space flights and STEM supports
When the Blue Origin rocket launches on Saturday, two San Diego City College alumni will play a key role in the suborbital vehicle’s journey through space. Among the six astronauts aboard will be Katya Echazarreta,…
An in-depth look at Asian American, NHPI students
A new report delves into the college trends of Asian subgroups in California, aiming to debunk misperceptions that all Asian Americans do well in college and don’t face the same challenges as students from other…
Building pathways to college, career success
Career-connected education is a priority at Cañon City High School (CCHS) in rural Colorado. Of the 200 graduates this spring, 90% will graduate with college credit – more than 50 students with 50 credits or…
Even in pandemic, dual enrollment increases in Alabama
More high school students than ever before took advantage of dual enrollment at Gadsden State Community College, marking a 57% increase since 2020. The announcement comes on the heels of the Alabama Community College System…
Electric vehicle industry needs a workforce charge
Workforce development is a hot issue on Capitol Hill. As Congress this spring continues to hold hearings to gauge workforce shortages in many industries, a common thread has appeared in the hearings: the role of…