The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $400,000 Project Grant under the Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) to Onondaga Community College (OCC), located in Syracuse, NY. The goal of this 3-year collaborative project between OCC and Columbus State Community College is to expand team capacity and research development for high-impact initiatives that address workforce needs in emerging industries, such as advanced manufacturing and semiconductors, in their regional communities. Key activities include:
- Developing an expanded partnership model for engaging industry and a benchmark instructor sharing model for collaborating with four-year institutions.
- Creating in-residence programs for industry instructors to share expertise.
- Increasing capacity to pursue larger-scale grant initiatives that focus on increasing underserved participation in emerging technology pathways.
Through this project, the colleges aim to create a more diverse talent pipeline to meet industry demands within their regional innovation ecosystems.
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