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Building a Thriving Workforce for Early Learning Through Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

However, the shortage of qualified professionals poses significant challenges, hindering access to quality early learning programs and impeding economic growth. To address these issues, it is imperative to focus on building a thriving workforce through higher education.

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Cal State Fullerton Gets $1.4M for Career Pathways Projects

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The difficulty of making a successful transition from school to the workforce remains one of the most persistent problems in higher education. The outcome is bad for students and industries alike: a lack of social mobility and a lack of qualified workers. It’s a burgeoning industry, expected to grow 7% between 2020 and 2030.

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National University Students Given Access to Work-Based Learning Via Online Platform

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Riipen’s employer pool is made up of more than 35,000 industry partners. What the platform provides aligns well with the educational priorities that NU has for its student population, said NU President Dr. Mark Milliron. NU is one of over 430 postsecondary institutions in U.S. and Canada that Riipen works with.

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Seeking Solutions to Strengthen Career Pathways

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Our region has a large healthcare industry with a significantly unmet employment demand exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of these careers are associated with a degree or other credential (or pathway) at the College.

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President’s corner: Katherine Frank, the “curator” of today’s most innovative cross-sector partnerships

University Business

This past fall, the polytechnic launched an apprenticeship certificate that breached uncharted waters between a higher education institution and the state Department of Workforce Development. UW-Stout’s initiatives are supported by three pillars: the K12 space, the technical college sector and business/industry.

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Are institutions leveraging their alumni to their full potential? Here’s how they can

University Business

“When a school actually works with their alumni, it allows the programs to highlight their success organically. . “When a school actually works with their alumni, it allows the programs to highlight their success organically. “That’s two things they know best: Their school and their industry.”

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Creating Pathways for Students in Cybersecurity: The Inspiring Journey of Josiah Alexander

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

His journey, driven by passion and supported by educational programs and mentorship, highlights the importance of comprehensive support systems. Bright Working closely with a mentor, Josiah developed a deep interest in the field of cybersecurity and witnessed the genuine enthusiasm of industry professionals. Dr. Marcus A.