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William Mary Launches New Bioengineering Degree Programs to Meet Growing Industry Demand

William Mary Launches New Bioengineering Degree Programs to Meet Growing Industry Demand

William & Mary is set to introduce new Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in bioengineering starting in Fall 2027. These programs, offered through the School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics, aim to prepare graduates for careers in the rapidly expanding biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and environmental remediation sectors. The curriculum emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, combining liberal arts and sciences with emerging fields. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree can specialize in biomaterials or biomolecular engineering. The biomaterials concentration focuses on designing materials that interact with biological systems, while the biomolecular engineering concentration involves designing biological molecules and systems like DNA, RNA, and proteins to address real-world challenges. The Bachelor of Arts in bioengineering, a first in Virginia, offers greater flexibility for students interested in non-traditional engineering roles, double majors, ...

McHenry County College Receives Multi-Million Dollar Grant for Workforce Development

McHenry County College Receives Multi-Million Dollar Grant for Workforce Development

McHenry County College (MCC) has been awarded a five-year, multi-million-dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This funding, provided through the Title III Strengthening Institutions Program, will support MCC's new Work-Learning Advantage initiative. The program aims to help students explore careers, gain real-world work experience, and establish clearer pathways to degree completion. Congressman Bill Foster commended MCC, highlighting its role in preparing students for successful careers and meeting regional workforce needs. This marks the second Title III grant MCC has received in the last decade, with a previous $2.25 million grant awarded in 2019 to enhance student engagement, persistence, and completion. The Work-Learning Advantage will include a new Future-Ready Center, transforming traditional Career Services into a dynamic hub for career exploration and employer connections. Specialized Work-Based Learning Coaches will work individually with students to align experiences with their ac...

National Science Foundation Encourages Diversity in Science and Technology Centers Program

National Science Foundation Encourages Diversity in Science and Technology Centers Program

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is actively encouraging broader participation in its Science and Technology Centers (STC): Integrative Partnerships program. This initiative aims to involve individuals from underrepresented and underserved communities across all levels within the Centers, including faculty, staff, students, and postdoctoral researchers. The NSF emphasizes the importance of STCs leading efforts to broaden participation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Centers are expected to utilize both established and innovative methods, informed by relevant literature, to address critical aspects such as recruitment, retention, success, and career progression for all individuals involved. The STC program supports highly innovative, complex research and education projects that necessitate large-scale, long-term awards, focusing on creating new scientific paradigms, establishing new scientific disciplines, and developing transformative technologies with broad sc...

Roger Williams University Women's Volleyball Team Falls to Johnson Wales University in Conference Match

Roger Williams University Women's Volleyball Team Falls to Johnson Wales University in Conference Match

Roger Williams University Women's Volleyball Team Falls to Johnson Wales University in Conference Match

West Michigan Trustworthy AI Consortium to Boost Regional AI Talent and Responsible Development

West Michigan Trustworthy AI Consortium to Boost Regional AI Talent and Responsible Development

The West Michigan Trustworthy AI Consortium, led by Grand Valley State University's College of Computing, is actively working to advance the responsible development, adoption, and governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the region. The consortium fosters collaboration among academia, industry, and community partners to address critical challenges in AI, including bias, privacy, cybersecurity, explainability, and accountability. A key focus of the consortium is workforce development, which involves creating upskilling and reskilling programs, stackable credentials, and executive education tailored to regional workforce demands and employer input. Additionally, the consortium aims to strengthen the region's AI talent pipeline from K-12 education through professional reskilling, ensuring that organizations can implement AI responsibly through governance frameworks and risk assessment aligned with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework.

Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg and Road to Hire Announce Partnership to Support Student Transitions

Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg and Road to Hire Announce Partnership to Support Student Transitions

Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (CIS-Charlotte) and Road to Hire (R2H) have announced a new partnership aimed at providing continuous support for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) students from high school through career attainment. The collaboration seeks to integrate CIS-Charlotte's evidence-based student support model with R2H's college and career programming. Dr. Monique Perry-Graves, R2H's chief executive officer, stated that this partnership will create a stronger, more connected path for young adults, ensuring that graduation leads to a next step rather than a gap in support. CIS-Charlotte has been embedded in CMS for four decades, providing case management services to over 3,335 students across 41 schools and broader school-wide services to 19,000 students during the 2025-26 school year. R2H, since 2014, has expanded to nine Title I high schools in CMS, serving over 3,300 students who have collectively received more than $25 million in college scholarships. The partnership aims to...

Albertus Magnus College Launches Accelerated Master's Degree Program for First Responders

Albertus Magnus College Launches Accelerated Master's Degree Program for First Responders

Albertus Magnus College has introduced a new educational initiative offering eligible first responders the opportunity to earn a master's degree online in one year for a total tuition of $20,000. This program is specifically designed to accommodate the demanding schedules of emergency personnel, allowing them to pursue graduate education without significant time or financial barriers. The initiative applies to four select graduate degree programs and targets a wide range of first responders, including peace officers, firefighters, ambulance drivers, emergency medical responders (EMRs), EMTs, paramedics, 9-1-1 dispatchers, and Department of Correction employees, as defined by Connecticut General Statutes § 52-146v. The college aims to empower frontline leaders with practical, real-world skills applicable to their careers and communities.

Online Workforce Credential Provider Acadeum Partners with Coursera to Expand Access to In-Demand Certificates

Online Workforce Credential Provider Acadeum Partners with Coursera to Expand Access to In-Demand Certificates

Online Workforce Credential Provider Acadeum Partners with Coursera to Expand Access to In-Demand Certificates

William Peace University Receives $2.99 Million Federal Grant for Career Readiness Expansion

William Peace University Receives $2.99 Million Federal Grant for Career Readiness Expansion

William Peace University has been awarded a five-year, $2.99 million Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This grant, the first major competitive federal grant and Title III award in the university's 169-year history, aims to enhance career readiness and student success support for all its students. The funding period for this award is from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031. President Jennifer Walsh stated that this grant is a significant investment in the future of their students, helping the university ensure every graduate possesses the necessary skills, experiences, and confidence for a meaningful career. Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) championed the Title III grant funding, emphasizing its importance for career readiness training and the role of independent colleges in strengthening the workforce and economic vitality.

Voorhees University Secures $1.18 Million Federal Grant to Establish AI Institute

Voorhees University Secures $1.18 Million Federal Grant to Establish AI Institute

Voorhees University has received a federal grant of $1,188,800 from the U.S. Department of Labor to establish an Artificial Intelligence Institute of Technology and Research Center (AIITRC). This significant funding will facilitate the transformation of Bedford Hall into a modern hub dedicated to AI education, workforce training, research, and community engagement. The AIITRC aims to integrate AI skills across various academic programs, expand undergraduate research opportunities in artificial intelligence, and prepare students for AI-related careers in industry, government, and education. Additionally, the center will offer workforce training and community programming for residents and organizations in Denmark, Bamberg, and surrounding rural communities in South Carolina. The performance period for this grant runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031.

Grand Canyon University Expands Offerings with New College of Construction Industrial Technologies

Grand Canyon University Expands Offerings with New College of Construction Industrial Technologies

Grand Canyon University (GCU), a private, nondenominational Christian university in Phoenix, Arizona, is establishing a new College of Construction & Industrial Technologies (CCIT). This initiative aims to provide vision, strategic direction, and operational excellence across various aspects of the college, including academic planning, faculty recruitment, and the development of strong industry partnerships. GCU is actively seeking a Dean to lead the new college, emphasizing a Christ-centered approach to leadership and education. The university, which has grown significantly to over 24,000 on-campus students, is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrating faith with academic excellence. The new college will focus on applied engineering, construction, industrial technologies, and advanced manufacturing, preparing students for various career fields with a Christian worldview.

Epidemiology Master's Degree Online Programs Incorporate Syndromic Surveillance Methodologies

Epidemiology Master's Degree Online Programs Incorporate Syndromic Surveillance Methodologies

Online Master's Degree programs in Epidemiology are integrating syndromic surveillance methodologies into their infectious disease surveillance electives. These programs, offered in both Master of Science (MS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) formats, aim to equip students with critical skills for roles in health departments, hospitals, and international organizations focused on combating infectious diseases. The curriculum emphasizes understanding disease patterns, investigating outbreaks, and shaping effective interventions. Students learn to work with laboratory-based surveillance systems, syndromic surveillance, and healthcare-associated infection control. The programs also cover biostatistics, data analysis using software like SAS, R, or SPSS, and the translation of findings into public health interventions. The flexibility of online delivery allows working professionals and recent graduates to deepen their expertise in this critical field, with options for full-time or part-time study.