education

Experience meets education through local apprenticeship programs

Posted by Abbey Slattery | Jun 1, 2022

At Wake Technical Community College’s WakeWorks program, there are benefits to be had for both students and employers.

NC-based programs and resources connect students to career passions

Posted by Abbey Slattery | May 23, 2022

Through resources like NCCareers.org and Career and Technical Education, North Carolina students can learn more about career pathways that connect with their interests.

First-generation students find community at NC State

Posted by Abbey Slattery | May 17, 2022

Through resources and support provided by campus groups, first-gen students are finding success and community at NC State.

College advice from a financial aid veteran

Posted by Abbey Slattery | May 11, 2022

Tiffany Youngblood has spent 18 years in the world of financial aid — and continues to make an impact on the lives of students.

Local grants and programs help students navigate the educational challenges of COVID-19

Posted by Abbey Slattery | Apr 29, 2022

While COVID-19 unexpectedly affected the experience of many students, there are specific resources and avenues for support that can help students get back on track.

Wake Tech’s new campus in RTP creates pipeline to well-paying jobs

Posted by WRAL News | Mar 17, 2022

As North Carolina experiences a biotechnology boom, a new community college center in Morrisville is putting those jobs within reach for more people.

Startup High, an entrepreneurial training program for teens, now open at 14 sites across NC

Posted by Jason Parker | Jan 25, 2022

Startup High, an entrepreneurial program designed for teens, will operate with a hybrid model in 2022, and registration for the summer program at each of the 14 host sites across the state is now open.

Collaboration between schools and industry gives NC a biotech training advantage

Posted by WRAL TechWire | Oct 6, 2021

By collaborating with local industry, North Carolina’s life sciences training programs prepare job-ready workers for careers at life sciences companies.