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University of Alabama at Birmingham Awarded $4.6 Million Grant Renewal to Bolster Cybersecurity Workforce Programs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“This grant is a renewal of the previous grant we received in 2017; but it is double in amount this time, which truly speaks to our commitment to preparing the best professionals who meet the ever-changing needs of the industry.” 32 students will be selected over five years.

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Panelists Debate Solutions for Nigerian Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Economically developed countries have created a “triple helix” of collaboration between academia, government, and industry, according to panelist Dr. Vincent Idemyor, a professor at the University of Port Harcourt. Omikunle argued, however, that primary financing for colleges must come from the government.

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Why Community Colleges Are Smart Choices for Faculty

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The commitment colleges have for participatory governance and professional development gives faculty members the opportunity to interact with colleagues while developing institutional plans and policies as well as advancing their own careers.

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Roueche Center Forum: A View from the Maricopa Community College District

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

However, in recent years, higher education, like many industries, is facing significant challenges in filling critical leadership, faculty, and support staff positions due to an aging workforce, a need for more qualified internal candidates, and increasing competition in the labor market.

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PhD & Postdoc Career Night draws over 200 participants

CAPD

On March 16, Career Advising and Professional Development hosted our first PhD & Postdoc Career Night. Representatives came from national labs, consulting firms, government agencies, trading/financial firms, biotech, and more looking for PhD and postdoc level-talent to bring to their organizations.

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Building a stronger engineering community in Malaysia: The mission of the Board of Engineers Malaysia

Creatrix Campus

The BEM is an organization that regulates the engineering industry in Malaysia with the goal of fostering the growth of a strong and active engineering community. Collaboration with industry and government : BEM collaborates with industry and government agencies to promote the engineering profession in Malaysia.

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Advancing Engineering excellence in Ireland: The role of Engineers Ireland (EI)

Creatrix Campus

Advancing Engineering excellence in Ireland: The role of Engineers Ireland (EI) editor Mon, 05/22/2023 - 06:36 Engineering is a vital industry in Ireland, contributing significantly to the country's economic growth and development. These courses cover a wide range of topics, from technical skills to management and leadership.