More than 40 Indiana Educators Convene to Expand Student-Led Businesses
Indiana educators gathered to collaborate on expanding student‑led businesses that give high schoolers hands‑on, work‑based learning experience across the state.
Ascend Indiana Names New Member to its Board of Directors
Ascend Indiana appointed Dedric Day of Eli Lilly to its Board of Directors, succeeding Eric Dozier.
Ascend Indiana Talent Innovation Award Winner Named
Eli Lilly, Ivy Tech, and Purdue were recognized for a collaborative effort to grow Indiana’s STEM talent pipeline.
Building Corvettes and Caring for Cattle: Indiana’s Push to Reinvent High School Gains Steam
Indiana high schools are expanding hands-on career learning opportunities—from internships and apprenticeships to industry certifications—to help students gain real-world experience and meet the state’s new graduation requirements focused on workforce readiness.
Student-Led Business Superstars: Bend Manufacturing
Bend Manufacturing gives students hands-on advanced manufacturing experience while working with industry and research partners, including NASA.
Student-Led Business Superstars: Creek Cattle Company
Indian Creek High School’s Creek Cattle Company gives students hands-on experience managing a cattle operation and supplying their school cafeteria.
Student-Led Business Superstars: Commodore Manufacturing
Perry Central High School’s Commodore Manufacturing gives students real-world experience serving customers and building a workforce ready for day one.
Student-Led Business Superstars: STARTedUP Foundation
The STARTedUP Foundation helps students turn ideas into entrepreneurship, creating real-world opportunities through student-led businesses.
Collaboration is Key to Educating and Equipping for an AI Future
Preparing for an AI-driven future requires strong collaboration between educators, employers and policymakers to align skills, language and training with rapidly evolving workforce needs.
Ascend Indiana Seeks Employer Input for New Advanced Industries Workforce Report
Ascend Indiana launched a statewide employer survey to shape its first Advanced Industries Workforce Report on evolving workforce needs.
