Career pathways - addressing critical workforce shortages in new hampshire

This $720,000 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (CFDA 84.116) program supports Keene State College, a component of the University System of New Hampshire (USNH), in addressing critical workforce shortages in New Hampshire through career pathway development initiatives. The grant will be implemented from June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2026. As a subrecipient, Keene State College will leverage its expertise in education, workforce development, and community partnerships to deliver services that strengthen career pathways in high-demand fields. This may include activities such as providing training, counseling, and job placement assistance to students and community members. The award builds upon USNH's prior experience managing federal grants to support STEM education, workforce safety, and small business development initiatives across New Hampshire.