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This Michigan high school has a wall that could change your career path at any age
Read full article: This Michigan high school has a wall that could change your career path at any ageL'Anse Creuse High School in Macomb County is helping students discover skilled trades careers through an innovative apprenticeship wall that lists current job opportunities, each with QR codes linking to informational videos and application websites. This initiative, supported by a grant and tied to local and state apprenticeships, has opened students’ eyes to diverse options in trades such as HVAC, welding, construction, and electrical work. Both students and parents use the wall, and the program is accessible to community members of all ages.
Metro Detroit students are cutting their way into careers — literally
Read full article: Metro Detroit students are cutting their way into careers — literallyMacomb Community College in Metro Detroit has received a $1 million donation from the Gene Haas Foundation to expand its advanced manufacturing program, specifically in CNC machining. The investment will provide hands-on training for students, preparing them for high-demand careers in fields such as automotive and aerospace. Students like Ashley Pfeil and Noor Alsaigh report gaining valuable skills and securing jobs even before completing the program. College leaders emphasize that the funding will help address the growing need for skilled workers in the region.
A Henry Ford Museum visit sparked her welding path. Now she’s representing the US on the world stage
Read full article: A Henry Ford Museum visit sparked her welding path. Now she’s representing the US on the world stageA childhood visit to the Henry Ford Museum sparked Mikala Sposito's passion for welding. Now, at 21, she's the first woman ever to represent the United States in the International World Skills Welding Competition.
She tried virtual welding at the Henry Ford Museum at age 9. Now she's making history
Read full article: She tried virtual welding at the Henry Ford Museum at age 9. Now she's making historyA 21-year-old student from Washtenaw Community College is making history as the first woman to represent the United States in the International WorldSkills Welding Competition. Her dedication to welding has required significant personal sacrifices and has inspired others, with future ambitions to teach and gain field experience in advanced industries.
Welder heads to the 'Olympics' of skilled trades, first woman to head to competition
Read full article: Welder heads to the 'Olympics' of skilled trades, first woman to head to competitionAs part of our Trade Up series, we're taking you inside one of the most "in-demand" skilled trades in the country. At Washtenaw Community College, one student is breaking barriers and heading to the world stage. She is the first woman to represent the United States at the International WorldSkills Welding Competition.