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High schoolers learn about career opportunities at Engineering Technology Symposium
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November 20, 2019
Almost 300 students were at Northwestern State University for a symposium on engineering technology. It was the second in a series of
Connect2Success
events. NSU and
LOSFA,
through
Louisiana GEAR UP
(
Louisiana Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs
)
have partnered to demonstrate the link between education and career.
Students participated in activities that focused on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and also heard from regional industries spokespeople about career opportunities and workforce needs.
“The demonstrations focus on hands-on experiences, solving real-world problems for industry, and exposes students to basic engineering concepts,” said Dr. Jafar Al-Sharab, head of Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology. “We are attracting students to the STEM field."
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Turning Adversities Into Inspiration
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November 8, 2019
Oscar McClain, a former Louisiana GEAR UP student and Aspire to Inspire mentor, recently wrote an article for Forbes about obstacles in his life that became his motivation to achieve success.
His successes as a high school student and his involvement with Louisiana GEAR UP allowed him the chance to meet the former First Lady, Michelle Obama, at the
Beating the Odds
summit in Washington, D.C. in 2015.
Oscar recently graduated from Southern University (Baton Rouge) with a 3.7 GPA and multiple job offers.
"When hearing the words 'Beating the Odds', I always begin to reflect on the obstacles that I had to overcome to get to where I am today ... The lessons and advice from the summit still inspired me to finish what I had started and have been working on so hard to achieve. I did it!"
Click the button below to read his story.
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The
Ruston Daily Leader
featured Lincoln Preparatory School in the local paper, as students celebrated national Gaining Early Access and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) week.
Staff at Lincoln Prep have credited their involvement with Louisiana GEAR UP as the reason the school and its students continue to reach higher successes.
Louisiana GEAR UP's mission is to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in post-secondary education.
See the article below.
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Photos Shared on Social Media
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Hundreds of students attended LOSFA's
Connect2Success
event, in partnership with Northwestern State University on Wednesday, November 20.
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The symposium on engineering technology allowed students to hear from several professionals in the industry, as well as participate in hands-on experiential learning activities. The symposium showcased how academics are connected to careers in the field of technology.
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CLTCC receives largest private donation
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November 19, 2019
Central Louisiana Technical Community College has recieved its largest donation, one million dollars to fund student scholarships, training, and curriculum development. The donation was made by Cleco, a regulated power company based in Pineville, Louisiana.
"Really, what this is all about is building a better work force," said Cleco President and CEO Bill Fontenot. "Building a better work force is key to building sustainable companies."
CLTCC's Chancellor Jimmy Sawtelle added that this donation will improve the quality of life for so many students and their families, which leads to a stronger community.
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Colleges, transit agencies partner to advance transportation solutions for students in cities
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November 14, 2019
The Kresge Foundation announced it will partner with five institutions of higher learning in order to explore a solution to one particular non-education barrier: transportation.
Dillard University
, one of the institutions, will receive part of $1.3 million dollars in Kresge grants to identify and provide low-cost interventions to help more students succeed.
“Transportation costs, as well as inadequate transit lines and schedules, limit access to campus and can impede student progress to graduation,” said Bethany Miller, program officer with the Education Program.
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LC, CLTCC partner for general education courses
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November 14, 2019
Leaders at Central Louisiana Technical Community College and Louisiana College signed a partnership, they hope will encourage more students to complete a bachelor's degree.
The agreement between the two institutions allows students to complete general education requirements at CLTCC and then continue on at LC - whether a working adult or a younger student.
The article points to national statistics of only 14% of two-year graduates completing an undergraduate degree.
"It's a win-win for the students across the state, including some families who may not be able to afford a four-year education to begin, but can afford a two-year education," said
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer.
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About LOSFA
The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), a program of the Louisiana Board of Regents, strives to be Louisiana's first choice for college access by promoting, preparing for and providing equity of college access.
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