# workforce development (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover workforce development. Page: Feed: --- ## [UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Little Diversified and MOA design residence hall](https://scbiz.com/sc-commercial-construction-projects-2/) _2026-08-21 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ New and ongoing commercial construction projects across South Carolina include a $55 million SC State residence hall and major expansions. The post UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Little Diversified and MOA design residence hall appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Beyond the title: Five lessons from five years as a community college president](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/beyond-the-title-five-lessons-from-five-years-as-a-community-college-president/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beyond-the-title-five-lessons-from-five-years-as-a-community-college-president) _2026-08-20 · Mordecai Ian Brownlee · Community College Daily_ When did you first declare that you would become a community college president? For me, it was the summer of 2004, in the cafeteria at Lone Star College–Kingwood, surrounded by a few classmates and my... The post Beyond the title: Five lessons from five years as a community college president first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Headlines](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/headlines-1244/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=headlines-1244) _2026-08-20 · Daily Staff · Community College Daily_ Oregon public universities are headed toward steeper cuts and higher tuition, leaders warn Oregon Public Broadcasting Oregon’s higher education leaders say the state’s seven public universities and 17 community colleges need more money to keep... The post Headlines first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Palmetto Trail opens new Henry Passage in Marietta](https://scbiz.com/palmetto-trail-henry-passage-marietta/) _2026-08-20 · Hollie Moore · Upstate Archives - SCBiz_ The Palmetto Trail has opened the 1.5-mile Henry Passage in Marietta, adding a challenging new route through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. The post Palmetto Trail opens new Henry Passage in Marietta appeared first on SCBiz . ## [The people who will care for our parents are the ones we’re turning away](https://scbiz.com/immigration-aging-workforce/) _2026-08-20 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ In 2030, more Americans will die than are born. The Congressional Budget Office puts the crossover that year, the same year the youngest baby boomer turns 65. After that, \[…\] The post The people who will care for our parents are the ones we’re turning away appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Patrick McCrory to serve as SC Ports chief operating officer](https://scbiz.com/patrick-mccrory-to-serve-as-sc-ports-chief-operating-officer/) _2026-08-20 · Hollie Moore · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ SC Ports has appointed Patrick McCrory as chief operating officer, bringing more than a decade of rail, logistics and port operations experience. The post Patrick McCrory to serve as SC Ports chief operating officer appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Able SC to host 11th annual Employer Summit](https://scbiz.com/able-sc-employer-summit-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ Able SC and Hire Me SC will host their 11th annual Employer Summit Oct. 7 in Jenkinsville, focused on disability-inclusive employment and workforce strategies. The post Able SC to host 11th annual Employer Summit appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Accreditation overhaul moves ahead](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/accreditation-overhaul-moves-ahead/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=accreditation-overhaul-moves-ahead) _2026-08-20 · David Baime · Community College Daily_ The Trump administration has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on accreditation that will be published in the Federal Register on August 20. The regulations, which will likely go into effect next July 1,... The post Accreditation overhaul moves ahead first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [ED approves second program for Workforce Pell](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/ed-approves-second-program-for-workforce-pell/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ed-approves-second-program-for-workforce-pell) _2026-08-19 · Matthew Dembicki · Community College Daily_ Ivy Tech Community College, the public two-year college system of Indiana that serves nearly 200,000 students annually across more than 40 locations, is the second Workforce Pell program in the nation to receive approval from... The post ED approves second program for Workforce Pell first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Headlines](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/headlines-1243/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=headlines-1243) _2026-08-19 · Daily Staff · Community College Daily_ 42% of colleges haven’t fully submitted required student outcomes data Inside Higher Ed AACC President and CEO DeRionne Pollard says community colleges will need to collaborate closely with Education Department staff to meet new federal... The post Headlines first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FF4ZSbdfckwA) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when friends get the Graphite Business Card through your referral. ## [Drone program flies high with new NSF ATE grant](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/drone-program-flies-high-with-new-nsf-ate-grant/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=drone-program-flies-high-with-new-nsf-ate-grant) _2026-08-19 · Jim Paterson · Community College Daily_ A New Jersey community college this fall will begin training students and safety and security professionals to combat drone threats, building on its well-regarded unmanned systems program. And now Warren County Community College (WCCC) has... The post Drone program flies high with new NSF ATE grant first appeared on Community College Daily . [Listen](https://www.warren.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/WarrenUAS-Overview.mp4) ## [Gov. Lee, NGA Spotlight Workforce Development Solutions and Investments](https://www.nga.org/news/press-releases/gov-lee-nga-spotlight-workforce-development-solutions-and-investments/) _2026-08-19 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ Nashville event hosts employers and workforce development leaders from across the nation to focus on job training and AI solutions NASHVILLE – The National Governors Association (NGA) Workforce Development Policy Institute met this week in Nashville, bringing together governors’ workforce advisors from 40 states and territories. Across two days of conversations, participants examined forces… ## [The Public Workforce Funding Landscape Is Shifting. Here's What's New and What It Means.](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/the-public-workforce-funding-landscape) _2026-08-19 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ From Workforce Pell's first approvals to a $29 million regional training hub to a new report on state workforce modernization: what's moving in federal and state investment ## [Mlily factory fire destroys Winnsboro facility](https://scbiz.com/mlily-winnsboro-factory-fire/) _2026-08-18 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ A fire destroyed Mlily USA’s 650,000-square-foot Winnsboro factory, prompting the mattress maker to shift production to other U.S. facilities. The post Mlily factory fire destroys Winnsboro facility appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Headlines](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/headlines-1242/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=headlines-1242) _2026-08-18 · Daily Staff · Community College Daily_ LCCC president recommends changing institution’s name Wyoming Tribune Eagle Laramie County Community College President Joe Schaffer has recommended that the college change its name to Wyoming State College, saying the move would address misconceptions about... The post Headlines first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Truist Foundation gives $50K to Goodwill clean tech](https://scbiz.com/truist-foundation-goodwill-clean-tech/) _2026-08-18 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ Truist Foundation awards Goodwill $50,000 to expand its Clean Tech Accelerator and train South Carolinians for high-demand clean technology careers. The post Truist Foundation gives $50K to Goodwill clean tech appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Caine Company names Matt Alexander as COO](https://scbiz.com/caine-company-matt-alexander-coo/) _2026-08-18 · Ross Norton · Upstate Archives - SCBiz_ Caine Company has named Matt Alexander chief operating officer as the Greenville real estate firm expands its services and enterprise platform. The post Caine Company names Matt Alexander as COO appeared first on SCBiz . ## [HOT PROPERTIES: Brooks Brothers leases spot on busy street](https://scbiz.com/hot-properties-sc-commercial-real-estate/) _2026-08-18 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ Hot Properties highlights South Carolina commercial real estate deals, including industrial, office, retail and land sales and leases statewide. The post HOT PROPERTIES: Brooks Brothers leases spot on busy street appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Pillars of opportunity and civic engagement](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/pillars-of-opportunity-and-civic-engagement/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pillars-of-opportunity-and-civic-engagement) _2026-08-17 · DeRionne P. Pollard · Community College Daily_ For those of us who serve in community colleges, the connection between educational opportunity and robust civic engagement is a daily reality. Community colleges have long stood as pillars of civic infrastructure, anchoring access, fostering... The post Pillars of opportunity and civic engagement first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [In tandem](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/in-tandem-14/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=in-tandem-14) _2026-08-17 · Matthew Dembicki · Community College Daily_ Florida aims to lead in the ‘flying cars’ industry Ivy Tech, Roche Diagnostics work to grow medical laboratory workforce Training technicians at Tesla Expanding high-speed access in Alabama New Jersey college acquires comics/animation school Florida... The post In tandem first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Sync Bookmarks Everywhere (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/iEq2KoJfDvaP) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync keeps folders and toolbar intact across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. ## [The measure of a college](https://www.ccdaily.com/2026/08/the-measure-of-a-college/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-measure-of-a-college) _2026-08-17 · Jennifer Kent · Community College Daily_ When U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon recently called on university presidents and governing boards to restore public trust in higher education, she issued an invitation every college leader should welcome. Americans deserve institutions that are... The post The measure of a college first appeared on Community College Daily . ## [Sabbatical Update 5: Room to Wander](https://triproftri.wordpress.com/2026/08/17/sabbatical-update-5-room-to-wander/) _2026-08-17 · triproftri · triproftri_ The Longer Way Around a Digital Humanities Project I committed to taking a full year of sabbatical because I knew this project needed more intellectual space than I could give it while managing the day-to-day work of my Director position. My operating method over the last several years has become very good at tackling whatever \[…\] ## [Zeus expands catheter manufacturing to Costa Rica](https://scbiz.com/zeus-cathx-medical-costa-rica/) _2026-08-17 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ Orangeburg-based Zeus is expanding catheter manufacturing in Costa Rica, adding a new facility to support medical device production and global growth. The post Zeus expands catheter manufacturing to Costa Rica appeared first on SCBiz . ## [How South Carolina landlords can help lower housing costs](https://scbiz.com/greenville-housing-costs-affordability/) _2026-08-17 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ SouthLand Properties founder Nancy Baldwin examines rising Greenville housing costs and offers ideas for landlords, governments and renters to improve affordability. The post How South Carolina landlords can help lower housing costs appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Trinity Partners completes sale of Forest Acres medical building](https://scbiz.com/trinity-partners-4700-forest-drive-columbia/) _2026-08-14 · Hollie Moore · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ Trinity Partners has sold 4700 Forest Drive in Columbia’s Forest Acres district, where the 22,000-square-foot office building will be renovated. The post Trinity Partners completes sale of Forest Acres medical building appeared first on SCBiz . ## [UFP Packaging invests $5.31M in Gaffney manufacturing operations](https://scbiz.com/ufp-packaging-gaffney-investment-jobs/) _2026-08-14 · Hollie Moore · Upstate Archives - SCBiz_ UFP Packaging will invest $5.31 million in Gaffney, creating 136 jobs and expanding its South Carolina manufacturing operations by 2027. The post UFP Packaging invests $5.31M in Gaffney manufacturing operations appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Briefing on Higher Education Campus Safety and Security](https://www.nga.org/meetings/briefing-on-higher-education-campus-safety-and-security/) _2026-08-13 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ On Thursday, July 16th, the National Governors Association (NGA) hosted its monthly briefing for the Criminal Justice Policy Advisors (CJPA) network and the network of Governors Education Policy Advisors (GEPA). The briefing highlighted best practices and approaches to public safety at higher education institutions, with a special focus on the safety concerns at campus events \[…\] The post Briefing… ## [Courage Center wins FBI Community Leadership Award](https://scbiz.com/courage-center-fbi-community-leadership-award/) _2026-08-13 · Ross Norton · Midlands Archives - SCBiz_ The Courage Center in Lexington received the 2025 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award for its work addressing substance misuse and recovery. The post Courage Center wins FBI Community Leadership Award appeared first on SCBiz . ## [Greenville Pro Soccer ready to take more investors](https://scbiz.com/greenville-pro-soccer-community-investment/) _2026-08-13 · Ross Norton · Upstate Archives - SCBiz_ Greenville Pro Soccer will reopen its community investment offering Aug. 17, giving fans a chance to own a stake in the Triumph and Liberty. The post Greenville Pro Soccer ready to take more investors appeared first on SCBiz . ## [UNDER CONSTRUCTION: New 4-bay fire station completed in the hills](https://scbiz.com/south-carolina-commercial-construction-projects-4/) _2026-08-13 · Ross Norton · Upstate Archives - SCBiz_ Explore recent and ongoing commercial construction projects across South Carolina, from restaurants and fire stations to student housing and dealerships. The post UNDER CONSTRUCTION: New 4-bay fire station completed in the hills appeared first on SCBiz . ## [CLI-first decentralized GPU compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/lLzGBERlEq2p) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Pay workers or run your GPU for FFmpeg transcode and AI inference. ## [AI's Missing Investment: Us](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/ais-missing-investment-us) _2026-08-12 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ We must invest in human infrastructure for AI to pay off ## [Reimagining Rural Maternal and Child Health](https://www.nga.org/publications/reimagining-rural-maternal-and-child-health/) _2026-08-06 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ Rural Health Transformation Program Insights (Download) Maternal and child health (MCH) outcomes continue to raise national concern despite ongoing targeted initiatives, community-based interventions, and executive measures aimed at improving population health and saving lives. Although maternal mortality rates have decreased in recent years, the United States has seen maternal deaths well above… ## [Building Degree Apprenticeships in Louisiana: A State-Led Approach to Strengthening the Teacher Pipeline](https://www.nga.org/publications/building-degree-apprenticeships-in-louisiana-a-state-led-approach-to-strengthening-the-teacher-pipeline/) _2026-08-06 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ Louisiana’s experience, which has been built on strong pilots that are maturing into a statewide model, offer a few clear takeaways for governors looking to launch similar efforts. (Download) Why Degree Apprenticeships? State Challenge: Louisiana faces a persistent shortage of qualified teachers, and the cost of a teaching degree has proven to be a barrier \[…\] The post Building Degree… ## [Building Degree Apprenticeships in North Carolina: A State-Led Approach to Expanding Earn-and-Learn Pathways](https://www.nga.org/publications/building-degree-apprenticeships-in-north-carolina-a-state-led-approach-to-expanding-earn-and-learn-pathways/) _2026-08-06 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ Structurally aligning apprenticeship offices and higher education agencies can significantly reduce friction in program development and help ensure that competencies, curriculum and employer needs are built together cohesively from the start. (Download) Why Degree Apprenticeships? State Challenge: North Carolina has a long history of work-based learning and apprenticeship options, yet it faces… ## [Wrapping Up Our Vodcast Series on Exploring AI, Education, and the Workforce](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/wrapping-up-our-vodcast-series-on) _2026-08-04 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ Episode 10 is now live! Here's what it covers and what's new in the broader AI workforce landscape. ## [Reimagining and Strengthening the Role of the School Principal](https://www.nga.org/meetings/reimagining-and-strengthening-the-role-of-the-school-principal/) _2026-08-04 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ Megan Bennett and Chelsi Merry-Chang of the Aspen Institute’s Education and Society Program join NGA to discuss bold new ideas for enhancing the role of the school principal—as well as where these approaches are already taking shape and how states can help move them forward. Resources The post Reimagining and Strengthening the Role of the School Principal appeared first on National Governors… ## [Governors Advancing Youth Apprenticeship Through Legislative and Executive Action in 2026](https://www.nga.org/news/commentary/governors-advancing-youth-apprenticeship-through-legislative-and-executive-action-in-2026/) _2026-08-04 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ Youth apprenticeships represent a powerful tool for governors to provide opportunities for young people to gain skills and certifications for in-demand careers through industry-led program models. By advancing youth apprenticeship policy tailored to their states’ and territories’ unique landscapes and industries, governors can position youth to succeed while addressing growing demand for workers… ## [Highlights from the 2026 NGA Summer Meeting](https://www.nga.org/news/press-releases/highlights-from-the-2026-nga-summer-meeting/) _2026-08-03 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ OKLAHOMA CITY – Newly elected NGA Chair Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and outgoing NGA Chair Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt closed out the 2026 NGA Summer Meeting Saturday by highlighting the major priorities, policies and initiatives that will guide NGA’s work in the coming year. Moore Elected National Governors Association Chair, Launches “Service United” Campaign Gov. Moore was elected chair \[…\] The post… ## [State Snapshots For Strengthening The Educator Workforce](https://www.nga.org/meetings/school-leadership-hot-topics/) _2026-08-03 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ A series of conversations with nationally recognized experts in the education field on strategies and promising practices for strengthening educator recruitment and retention, including for advancing school leadership policies and priorities at the gubernatorial and state level, hosted by the NGA’s Center for Best Practices K-12 Education Team. For additional information, research, and resources… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/download/my9j8r/Give-Me-a-Great-School-Podcast_Final-Edit.mp3) ## [Governor Moore Delivers Remarks at the 2026 NGA Summer Meeting to Launch Service United Campaign](https://www.nga.org/news/press-releases/governor-moore-delivers-remarks-at-the-2026-nga-summer-meeting-to-launch-service-united-campaign/) _2026-08-01 · National Governors Association · National Governors Association_ OKLAHOMA CITY – Newly elected National Governors Association (NGA) Chair Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Governor today delivered remarks at the 2026 NGA Summer Meeting to officially launch “Service United,” the governor’s signature campaign as chair of the bipartisan organization that represents governors across 50 states and 5 territories. Governor Moore’s “Service United” launch remarks as delivered:… ## [Scaling Maker Learning: Key Insights from Our July Webinar, Plus Our Latest Quarterly Newsletter](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/scaling-maker-learning-key-insights) _2026-07-28 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ Takeaways from our July webinar regarding scaling hands-on, career-connected maker learning, and a look at what leading STEM talent stakeholders are building, launching, and sharing this quarter. ## [Invent the Future: A National Pilot Pairing Invention Learning with AI-Supported Learner Insight](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/invent-the-future-a-national-pilot) _2026-07-21 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ KID Museum and Vzable are combining a proven invention-learning model with new insight into how students experience it, with STEMCATALYST supporting national implementation and scale. ## [Maker Learning Works. We Need to Scale It.](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/maker-learning-works-we-need-to-scale) _2026-07-14 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ What it will take to move Maker Learning from isolated success stories to a scaled career-connected maker learning ecosystem, and how our upcoming webinar is addressing it. ## [Leveraging Workforce Goals vs. Education Metrics: How Mississippi Became a National Reading Leader and Now Preparing Students for an AI Future](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/leveraging-workforce-goals-vs-education) _2026-07-07 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ The state's literacy turnaround offers a blueprint for building AI-ready talent through sustained investment and execution leveraging industry and employability focused goals. ## [Out-of-School Time: A Compelling Opportunity to Close the Durable Skills Gap](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/out-of-school-time-a-compelling-opportunity) _2026-06-30 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ STEMCONNECTOR Co-CEO Drew Glassford reflects on experiences that have shaped his belief that after-school learning is a compelling opportunity for developing human and durable skills AI can't replace. ## [Scaling Maker Learning: Takeaways from Our Salt Lake City Innovation Lab](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/scaling-maker-learning-takeaways) _2026-06-23 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ Cross-sector stakeholders gathered in Utah to discuss the potential impact of scaling Maker Learning to improve outcomes for our nation’s STEM talent pathways ## [The AI Buildout May Be Hitting a Wall: What Last Week's News Means for Workforce and Education](https://stemconnector.substack.com/p/the-ai-buildout-may-be-hitting-a) _2026-06-16 · STEMCONNECTOR · C3 - Connect, Catalyze, Change_ Corporate spending doubts, new AI executive order, $85 billion infrastructure raise, and growing community pushback — what it means for educators, employers, and workforce development organizations. ## [Sabbatical Update 4: Prestige Economics in Higher Ed](https://triproftri.wordpress.com/2026/02/20/sabbatical-update-4-prestige-economics/) _2026-02-20 · triproftri · triproftri_ Prestige economics in higher education get in the way doing real work. An update from a year-long research leave about what matters most about scholarly adventures. ## [Sabbatical Update 3: Digging in the Archives](https://triproftri.wordpress.com/2025/12/09/sabbatical-update-3-digging-in-the-archives/) _2025-12-09 · triproftri · triproftri_ AN EXERCISE IN JOY (roughly & hastily penned) It’s been a busy Fall with travel as I work my way through Phase One of this exciting research project. I thought this first phase would take only a couple of weeks; but it has evolved into 6 months of design, implementation, and follow up alongside wrangling \[…\] ## [Sabbatical Update 2: AI Everywhere](https://triproftri.wordpress.com/2025/11/19/sabbatical-update-2-ai-everywhere/) _2025-11-20 · triproftri · triproftri_ Each time I began drafting this post, the landscape changed: a new report or white paper was released, new research drops, or new economic impact factors were reported for the AI industry. In the past few days, two serious concerns have floated to the top: Amongst all of this, San Jose State University’s AI Librarian, \[…\]