Middle school teachers immerse in hands-on semiconductor education at Washtenaw Community College June 24-27
Fran LeFort - June 20, 2024
Fifteen area middle school teachers will spend next week at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) immersed in semiconductors as part of the state’s commitment to making Michigan a leader in the semiconductor industry.
View Post : Middle school teachers immerse in hands-on semiconductor education at Washtenaw Community College June 24-27tags: 2024, Semiconductor Industry, Semiconductor, Workforce Development, STEM Careers, STEM
WCC welding student Mikala Sposito shooting for national title in Atlanta
Rich Rezler - June 18, 2024
Already firmly established as one of the best student welders in the state of Michigan, WCC's Mikala Sposito is now ready to take on the nation. And then … the world!
View Post : WCC welding student Mikala Sposito shooting for national title in Atlantatags: SkillsUSA, Welding and Fabrication, Welding, Skills USA
Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project empowers entrepreneurs
Fran LeFort - June 18, 2024
Washtenaw Community College announces the launch of the Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project aimed at fostering innovation and empowering local entrepreneurs.
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WCC, UMCU partner to grant students access to Fast Track Job Training
Fran LeFort - June 17, 2024
Washtenaw Community College and the University of Michigan Credit Union have partnered to provide affordable financing options for students seeking non-credit Fast Track Job Training.
View Post : WCC, UMCU partner to grant students access to Fast Track Job Trainingtags: Partnership, Non-Credit, professional development, Fast Track Job Training
'Signing Day' for advanced manufacturing apprentices welcomes new WCC students, employers
Fran LeFort - June 12, 2024
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) continues to lead the state and grow its advanced manufacturing technician apprenticeship program, adding new employers and student apprentices for the upcoming academic year.
View Post : 'Signing Day' for advanced manufacturing apprentices welcomes new WCC students, employerstags: MI FAME, FAME, Apprenticeships, Advanced Manufacturing, Apprenticeship Programs, Student Success
Five trade unions to bring 6,100 members for skills training this summer
Fran LeFort - June 10, 2024
More than 6,100 members from five national and international trade unions will travel to Ann Arbor this summer to advance their skills and knowledge. Nearly 5,000 will train at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : Five trade unions to bring 6,100 members for skills training this summertags: OPCIMA, United Association, Roofers Union, Economic impact, Ironworkers, Electrical Workers, UA Instructor Training Program
WCC recognized as Bee Campus USA for fifth consecutive year
Rich Rezler - June 07, 2024
Washtenaw Community College has been recognized as a Bee Campus USA affiliate of the Xerces Society for enhancing pollinator habitats, reducing pesticide use and educating the community.
View Post : WCC recognized as Bee Campus USA for fifth consecutive yeartags: Bee Campus USA, Awards, Sustainability
From the President: Filling skills gap key to economic prosperity
Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - May 30, 2024
We’re fortunate to live and work in Washtenaw County, where job growth and other economic indicators are expected to continue to outpace the state average over the next three years. That message was clear when University of Michigan economists recently presented their Washtenaw County Economic Outlook report at an event I hosted at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : From the President: Filling skills gap key to economic prosperitytags: Dr. Rose B. Bellanca, President's Column, Economic Outlook, On The Record, Washtenaw County, May 2024, Student Success
WCC earns national Military Friendly School designation
Fran LeFort - May 22, 2024
Washtenaw Community College has earned the national 2024-25 Military Friendly Schools designation for its support of nearly 500 veteran students and their families.
View Post : WCC earns national Military Friendly School designationtags: Veterans, Veteran-Friendly School, Student Veterans, Wadhams Veterans Center
Washtenaw Economic Club hosts MICHauto leader Glenn Stevens for mobility, EV presentation on May 23
Fran LeFort - May 14, 2024
The Washtenaw Economic Club will host “Big Picture 2024: Mobility and Electric Vehicle Transformations” featuring MICHauto executive director Glenn Stevens Jr.,on Thursday, May 23.
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