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May 13, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Unlearning Academic Communication
Think back to university. Your communication was largely a solo performance for an audience of one: the professor.

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Unlearning Academic Communication
The Wednesday Unveiled - You’ve been groomed to impress professors
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June 20, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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A “looming” issue: how are crafts and creativity to be kept alive? #education #jobreadiness #NeoliberalismRampant www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
A new room for a doomed loom – and the battle to save Australia’s slowly dying crafts
When a university’s rare weaving device was destined for the skip, a collective of artists, teachers and students united to rescue it. They bemoan how course changes are replacing deep skills with com...
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December 25, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Florida's apprenticeship programs are booming, with nearly 2,300 graduates last year earning an average exit wage of $30 per hour, paving the way for a debt-free future in high-demand jobs.

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State officials point to apprenticeship gains and higher exit wages for program graduates
Officials at the Space Coast event cited growth in registered apprenticeship programs and graduates'with nearly 2,300 completers in the last year and an average exit wage of about $30 per hour; state leaders said apprenticeships are a central pathway to good jobs without debt.
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September 21, 2026 at 6:46 AM
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Maricopa Unified just made history by securing a $250,000 grant to become Arizona's first district offering heavy-equipment simulators, paving the way for students to fill over 13,000 unfilled jobs in the industry!

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District secures $250,000 grant for heavy-equipment simulators to expand career pathways
The district announced a $250,000 grant to purchase three heavy-equipment simulators in partnership with Caterpillar to support NCCER credentialing and local workforce development addressing over 13,000 unfilled Arizona jobs in the field.
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July 25, 2026 at 9:22 PM
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🌟 Rolling Start Employment Forum!

Looking for work or career support?

Join our virtual event on disability inclusion.

Resume help, interview tips, rights, Q&A, and networking.

📅 April 20 | 2–3 PM
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Flyer titled “Rolling Start Inc. Employment Forum,” held online via Zoom. Subtitle: “Building Inclusive Pathways to Work.” The forum supports job seekers with disabilities and focuses on inclusion, opportunity, and empowerment in the workplace. It lists: resume-building guidance; job readiness and interview tips; employment rights and resources; an FAQ session with employment specialists; and networking with inclusive employers. Event date and time: Monday, April 20th, 2:00–3:00 PM. Text notes it is for people with disabilities, job seekers, service providers, and anyone interested in inclusive hiring. A photo shows a diverse group in a meeting, including a wheelchair user, participating in a workplace discussion. Sign-up link: rollingstart.com/calendar. Rolling Start Inc. logo appears at the bottom.
April 17, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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🌟 Rolling Start’s Employment Forum! 🌟
Looking for work or career guidance? Join us to learn resume tips, interview skills, employment rights, and connect with inclusive employers.

📅 Mon, Nov 24 | 2–3pm
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Flyer for Rolling Start Inc.’s online Employment Forum titled “Building Inclusive Pathways to Work,” featuring event details about resume building, job readiness, employment rights, FAQ sessions, and networking, with an image of a person in a wheelchair working on a computer, and the date Monday, November 24th, 2–3 p.m., plus a sign-up link at rollingstart.com/calendar. Followed by the rolling start inc logo with accessibility icons.
November 18, 2025 at 11:44 PM
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Charlottesville's new Seaville Talent Network is revolutionizing the job market by connecting underemployed residents with employers through a unique "no wrong door" approach!

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City launches 'Seaville Talent Network' to connect job seekers with employers
The Office of Economic Development presented a relaunch of the downtown job center as the Seaville Talent Network, focusing on underemployed residents and employer partnerships, with a new talent coordinator and tracking for referrals. Staff said a website and contact (cvilletalentnetwork@charlottesville.gov) will follow onboarding of the coordinator.
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September 11, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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Meta's America's Workforce Academy is revolutionizing skilled trades training by offering paid programs and guaranteed jobs, addressing a critical shortage in electricians and technicians.

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Meta says its Workforce Academy complements Foundry School with paid training and guaranteed jobs
Meta's representative described America's Workforce Academy as a paid training pipeline that guarantees placements on Meta infrastructure projects and said the company has graduated over 200 people from its Ohio program.
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September 8, 2026 at 2:14 AM
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A groundbreaking initiative called the Foundry aims to revolutionize higher education by connecting top universities like Ohio State, Stanford, and Penn State with industry partners to equip students for high-demand manufacturing careers.

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Foundry initiative launched with universities to connect students to manufacturing jobs
Officials at an Institute of Peace event presented the Foundry, a partnership that aims to link universities and industry to retrain students for manufacturing and skilled trades; Ohio State, Stanford and Penn State were named as early partners.
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September 3, 2026 at 5:49 PM
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Warren County Career Center is soaring to new heights with record enrollment and a $5 million annual investment in expansion plans!

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Career center reports record enrollment and plans expansion; business advisory seeks more active role
Warren County Career Center reported record incoming enrollment and a plan to earmark $5 million annually for expansion; the board’s Business Advisory Committee proposed a more active role to connect students with local employers and report back to the board.
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August 30, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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Join The Peale Team!
We are hiring a Program Coordinator to support The Guild - The Peale's in-house historic preservation apprenticeship program.

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August 27, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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Dozens of Richmond youth were celebrated for their transformative summer internships, culminating in the prestigious inaugural Reverend Dr. Dwight C. Jones Emerging Leader Award presented to the inspiring Caden Johnson.

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Richmond honors summer interns at OCWB awards; inaugural Reverend Dr. Dwight C. Jones Emerging Leader Award presented
Richmond's Office of Community Wealth Building celebrated dozens of summer interns, presented category awards and the inaugural Reverend Dr. Dwight C. Jones Emerging Leader Award to Caden Johnson; former mayor Dr. Jones delivered the keynote praising the program's impact.
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August 15, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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The new Macon Arena could revolutionize student training with hands-on opportunities in culinary arts and audio-visual fields, directly connecting them to future jobs!

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Macon arena project seen as opportunity for student training; district negotiating instructional space
Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims said the school district has board approval to continue negotiating a land lease for instructional space at the new Macon Arena, which could house culinary, audio-visual and other student training programs linked to local industry.
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August 12, 2026 at 6:35 AM
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Newport News is launching "Ready, Set, Life," a groundbreaking initiative to equip residents with essential life skills through free workshops tailored for those in need!

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Newport News LDA cohort launches Ready, Set, Life to teach practical skills to residents
LDA 2 presenters unveiled Ready, Set, Life, a city-backed program of free life-skill workshops aimed at ALICE households; organizers estimate serving about 1,920 residents a year at roughly $51 per participant and say partnerships will keep many sessions free.
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July 18, 2026 at 6:39 AM
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Metro is forging a groundbreaking economic roadmap aimed at prioritizing industrial sites and boosting shared prosperity in Clackamas County!

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Metro outlines economic roadmap and a new job‑ready lands program to prioritize industrial sites
Metro staff described a council‑directed economic roadmap (resolution 265570), an update to the SEDS due Dec. 2026, and a job‑ready lands program to inventory and prioritize 3–6 regional industrial sites with a searchable map and readiness recommendations.
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July 17, 2026 at 3:27 AM
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A groundbreaking airframe-and-powerplant training program could soon launch in Citrus County, promising students a pathway to high-paying jobs right out of high school!

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Advisory board hears pitch for county A&P school; panel asks for full December presentation
Board members discussed a proposal to develop an airframe-and-powerplant (A&P) training program in partnership with Lecanto Technical College and industry consultant Jason Busey. The board asked for a preparatory meeting and scheduled a formal presentation for Dec. 11.
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November 15, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Connecticut is launching a groundbreaking credential database to empower job seekers and clarify essential skills by January 2023!

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Connecticut establishes credential database to clarify skills for job seekers
Connecticut's Commissioner of Higher Education creates a credential database by January 2023.
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June 15, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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Connecticut is taking bold steps to revamp its workforce development with new legislation aimed at aligning education with job market needs—could this be the change we've been waiting for?

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Connecticut Board of Regents to study workforce development initiatives by January 2026
Board of Regents to report on workforce development initiatives to Connecticut General Assembly.
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February 21, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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Connecticut is revolutionizing workforce development with rapid training programs designed to equip residents for high-demand jobs, especially in manufacturing.

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Electric Boat partners with local schools to launch machinist training program
Electric Boat develops quick training programs for machinists to acquire essential job skills.
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January 31, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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Idaho's Joint Finance-Appropriation Committee is set to transform career and technical education with a groundbreaking $10 million investment in modern equipment and faculty hiring.

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Community Colleges expand CTE programs using $10 million funding for new equipment and faculty
CEI plans to enhance CTE programs with updated equipment and additional faculty hires.
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March 1, 2025 at 2:55 AM
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Local educators and tech leaders are joining forces to reshape career pathways in Cheyenne, emphasizing the need for early STEM exposure and innovative training to keep talent in Wyoming.

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Cheyenne tech leaders and educators highlight training, trade pipelines for data‑center jobs
CTAC members and Lanavi stressed partnerships with Laramie County Community College and University of Wyoming, reskilling from trades, and early STEM outreach as the fastest route to local hiring for data‑center and AI‑related roles.
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December 26, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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Green River College is paving the way for future job seekers in Auburn with innovative "guided pathways" that align education with local employment opportunities.

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Green River College launches guided pathways for job readiness in Auburn area
Green River College introduces guided pathways to connect students with local job opportunities.
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June 7, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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Thurston County is on the brink of a workforce revolution, taking bold steps to tackle critical job shortages in healthcare and enhance community support initiatives!

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Pac Mountain seeks to fill remaining employer representation seat amid workforce challenges
Pac Mountain addresses workforce strategies and healthcare job shortages in upcoming budget discussions.
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February 16, 2025 at 6:42 AM
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Senator Champion's push for Senate File 4076 aims to empower homeless youth through job readiness and coaching, transforming lives and futures.

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Committee hears bill to fund job‑readiness for youth at risk of homelessness
Senate File 4076 would fund 180 Degrees to expand job‑readiness services, coaching and shelter-linked employment for 16–24‑year‑olds; the CEO and youth testified about outcomes and expansion needs and the bill was laid over for possible inclusion.
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March 23, 2026 at 11:25 AM