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UW enrollments on the rise

This may be a good indication of how a post-pandemic student population is responding to some positive Covid 19 trends. https://fox11online.com/news/state/uw-system-application-process-changes-see-positive-results https://www.neweraonline.org/news/uw-enrollments-on-the-rise/

A unique perspective on the current worker shortage

This is a unique perspective on the surge in talent demand and the decision drivers for displaced workers as we come out of public health mandates due to Covid 19.  This is focused on Nevada’s tourism workforce, but it has lots of implications across the country, including here in Northeast Wisconsin https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/its-not-a-worker-shortage-its-a-worker-renaissance-in-a-post-pandemic-economy https://www.neweraonline.org/news/a-unique-perspective-on-the-current-worker-shortage/

UWO students earn honors for presenting research during WiSys showcases

Three UWO students were recognized for their presentations during Student Research and Innovation Showcases as part of the WiSys SPARK Symposium June 2-9.

Read more on UW Oshkosh Today.

https://uwosh.edu/today/97605/uwo-students-earn-honors-for-presenting-research-during-wisys-showcases/

College of the Menominee Nation awarded early childhood educator funding

June 10, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information: Dr. Kelli Chelberg, [email protected] Education Grant To Aid Future TeachersKESHENA, WI – The College of Menominee Nation (CMN) is one of six U.S. institutions of higher education to be selected for grants from the Early Educator Investment Collaborative (EEIC). CMN, which will receive $674,000, is the only awardee from a Midwestern state and the only tribal college to be chosen. Funds will support initiatives for students preparing for work in the […] https://www.neweraonline.org/news/college-of-the-menominee-nation-awarded-early-childhood-educator-funding/

After countless success stories, UWO’s peerless Project Success earns UW System excellence award

UW Oshkosh's Regents award-winning Project Success serves students with learning disabilities in the area of reading, writing, spelling, math or ADHD. Its services come at no extra cost.

Read more on UW Oshkosh Today.

https://uwosh.edu/today/97228/after-countless-success-stories-uwos-peerless-project-success-earns-uw-system-excellence-award/

An opinion piece that brings the skills gap ahead of the demand for talent

this opinion piece from Mayor Barret has a couple of nice – startling facts that show we’re right back to pre-pandemic workforce shortages, but his focus is on building skills.  It puts the emphasis on skills, skill building, education and training over that of the end result – filled jobs.  https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/solutions/2021/05/24/job-creation-only-part-solution-we-need-skills-training/5240190001/ https://www.neweraonline.org/news/an-opinion-piece-that-brings-the-skills-gap-ahead-of-the-demand-for-talent/

Federal Reserve highlights equity gaps and the value of higher education in recent study

https://www.federalreserve.gov/consumerscommunities/shed.htm https://www.neweraonline.org/news/federal-reserve-highlights-equity-gaps-and-the-value-of-higher-education-in-recent-study/

Women’s Organization Honors Dr….

Dr. Susan May has been selected by the Mid-Day Women’s Alliance (MDWA) as one of its 2020 Women of Distinction. https://www.fvtc.edu/news/story/womens-organization-honors-dr-susan-may

Process Begins in Search for Next…

The Board of Trustees has announced a search is underway to select the next President of Fox Valley Technical College. https://www.fvtc.edu/news/story/process-begins-in-search-for-next-president

Creating a College Road Map

FVTC helps this high school senior create a long-term game plan. https://www.fvtc.edu/news/story/creating-a-college-road-map