From College Classrooms to Career Pathways: What Workforce Pell Means for Indiana’s Talent Future
The Workforce Pell expansion will open doors for more Hoosiers to earn short-term credentials that lead directly to in-demand jobs, strengthening Indiana’s talent pipeline and future economy.
Regional Coalition Embraces Learn More Earn More Strategy to Close Educational Gaps and Invites Support for Implementation
More than 265 regional partners gathered to launch the Learn More, Earn More coalition, moving from planning to action on a coordinated strategy to expand educational access, strengthen learner supports, and build a skilled talent pipeline for northeast Indiana.
Creating Regional Strength: The Don Wood Foundation’s Role in Fort Wayne’s Economy
The Don Wood Foundation is transforming Northeast Indiana’s economy by uniting education, industry and community to build a skilled workforce and drive regional prosperity.
Empowering Indiana’s Next Generation of Talent
With support from the Questa Education Foundation, Zander Huss overcame financial barriers to pursue mechanical engineering at Trine University, emerging as a driven student-athlete committed to giving back to Northeast Indiana.
No More Meetings for the Sake of Meeting: Moving Workforce Development from Talk to Action
After years of meaningful conversations about workforce challenges, Ascend President and CEO Brad Rhorer has noticed a pattern: we talk about the problems more than we move through them.
From Manufacturing to Higher Education — Celebrating Chris Lowery’s Legacy
Chris Lowery leaves a legacy of bold leadership, reshaping Indiana’s higher education with the HOPE Agenda and a focus on workforce relevance.
5 Things We’re Hearing from Educators and Employers About Work-Based Learning
Work-based learning is gaining momentum as educators innovate beyond traditional internships, employers embrace youth talent pipelines and stakeholders push for scalable, well-funded, and standardized approaches that expand access for all students.
Small Team, Big Impact: How DANNAR Empowers Interns
DANNAR’s collaboration with work-based learning programs equips high school students with real-world experience in advanced manufacturing, building essential skills and strengthening ties between education and industry.
Website Launched for New Indiana Career Apprenticeship Pathway (INCAP)
A new website has been launched for the Indiana Career Apprenticeship Pathway (INCAP).
Guiding Indiana’s Class of 2026 Toward Prosperous Futures
Expanding early career guidance and work-based learning to help Indiana seniors succeed beyond graduation.
