Stories tagged with: Appalachian Semiconductor Education and Technical Ecosystem

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Community Engagement

OHIO awarded $2 million for new project to help area residents move into in-demand jobs

OHIO received more than $2 million in federal funding to help people move into high-tech production and design positions, which could help to even create more jobs in the region.

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ASCENT summer STEM internship: Building STEM curiosity among local Appalachian children

The STEM interns were connected to a variety of local camps, workshops and youth programs to deliver STEM activities to spark youth curiosity in STEM fields.

Engineering Technology and Management

Expanded partnership between Ohio University and Washington State College of Ohio builds high-tech workforce

The Russ College of Engineering is collaborating with Washington State College of Ohio to offer students a seamless transfer pathway to an engineering degree that launches high-tech careers.

Certificate programs in automation

Ohio University launches two new certificate programs in automation and mechatronics

OHIO has adapted to the growing demand for skilled manufacturing technicians by offering two new five-course certificates in automation and mechatronics.

Engineering Technology students at Fairfield Workforce Development Center

First ASCENT scholarships awarded to Engineering Technology students

The Appalachian Semiconductor Education and Technical Ecosystem has awarded the program’s first scholarships to seven students enrolled in the Engineering Technology program at OHIO Lancaster. 

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Ohio Innovation Tour webinar to feature 'Intel + Higher Education in Southeast Ohio' on March 29

The Ohio Innovation Tour will host a webinar featuring recent awardees of the Intel Semiconductor Education and Research Program for Ohio on March 29.

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OHIO faculty experts discuss new ASCENT program and its impact on the region during Feb. 14 Ask the Experts

Faculty experts discuss the new ASCENT program during Feb. 14 Ask the Experts livestream.

College Green

Board of Trustees approves funding for the design of new residential housing on Athens campus, endorses strategy for the rehabilitation and development of The Ridges

The Ohio University Board of Trustees approved funding for the design phase of new Athens campus housing construction on South Green as outlined in the Housing Master Plan during its Jan. 19-20 meetings.

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Engineering Technology and Management professors create opportunities in robotics for their students

Engineering Technology and Management professor Zaki Kuruppalil and associate professor Paul Deering earned certifications in robotics and automation to create more opportunities for their students.

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Ohio University joins the Midwest Semiconductor Network

Ohio University joins universities in Ohio, Michigan, Illinois and Indiana to form a coalition to address national needs in semiconductor and microelectronics.

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Ohio University Board of Trustees to receive updates on The Ridges Development Plan, ASCENT program

Ohio University’s Board of Trustees will receive an update on The Ridges Development Plan during its meetings on Jan. 19-20 at Ohio University’s Athens campus.

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Ohio University awarded Intel grant funding, will serve as lead institution for Appalachian Semiconductor Education and Technical (ASCENT) Ecosystem

Over the next three years, ASCENT will collaboratively develop and deliver diverse educational options across the region, including certificates, associate degrees, bachelor’s and graduate degrees.

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