National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing Participates in NSF ATE PI Conference, Showcasing Workforce Development
The National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing (NCNGM), funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), actively participated in the annual NSF Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Principal Investigators Conference in Washington, D.C. The NCNGM, recognized as a Center of Excellence in manufacturing, engaged in multiple sessions to highlight its efforts in advancing educational practices and workforce development within the manufacturing sector. Key activities included Assistant Director Wendy Robicheau discussing NCNGM resources, and Principal Investigator Dr. Karen Wosczyna-Birch engaging with new grantees and moderating a panel on innovation and entrepreneurship. The NCNGM, in collaboration with partners like Central Community College and South Central College, also led a panel on 'Scaling Mechatronics to Grow the Manufacturing Workforce.' The conference also featured a Student and Alumni Recognition Breakfast, where three Connecticut State Community College students and alumni from the NCNGM ...