CTE millage to go before Washtenaw County voters as CTE program demand increases
A new report shows that over the last four years, while overall student enrollment in Washtenaw County has decreased, CTE program enrollment has increased by 69%.
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Ann Arbor SPARK, WCC celebrate first Michigan grads of manufacturing education program
The inaugural cohort is leaving the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program with two years of work experience, degrees, and job offers.
U-M’s ZEUS laser, the strongest in the U.S., is about to get even more powerful
Currently operating at an electrical power output of two petawatts, this summer the ZEUS laser’s output will soar to three petawatts thanks to a new lab-grown titanium-infused sapphire crystal from Salem, Mass.
From tornado to ice storm, collaborative addresses unmet needs in Otsego County
Inspired by a string of recent disasters, the START Collaborative aims to address unmet needs in Otsego County through collaboration between nonprofits, schools, hospitals, government entities, and businesses.
American Center for Mobility’s Demo Day highlights new tech, expanded facility scope
On June 6, Safe Demo Day at Ypsilanti Township's American Center for Mobility showcased the latest developments at the state-of-the-art testing facility, ranging from new technologies to an expansion of ACM's scope.
Ann Arbor SPARK annual meeting highlights economic development wins and climate change threats
The event showcased SPARK's achievements in fostering economic growth and innovation in Washtenaw County, while its keynote speaker discussed climate change's potential impact on the county's economy.
Saline manufacturing students create adaptive tools to help people with disabilities
Students in Trent Trout's Computer Integrated Manufacturing class at Saline High School are learning to develop innovative real-world solutions for people with disabilities.
From champion carpenter to apparel entrepreneur, Washtenaw CTE students are “powerhouse” achievers
We talked to three students in county career and technical education programs about the impact of getting ready for the professional real world through practical, hands-on learning experiences.
U-M leads in national effort to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding
Spurred by China's current dominance in shipbuilding and America's reliance on foreign shipyards, the University of Michigan is leading efforts to train the needed workforce and develop a statewide maritime strategy.
Report finds $226 million economic impact in Ann Arbor from 2024 U-M football season
The study reports that 2024-2025 U-M football home games generated $226.7 million in direct visitor spending from attendees residing outside Washtenaw County.
Ann Arbor SPARK, WCC celebrate first Michigan grads of manufacturing education program
The inaugural cohort is leaving the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program with two years of work experience, degrees, and job offers.
U-M’s ZEUS laser, the strongest in the U.S., is about to get even more powerful
Currently operating at an electrical power output of two petawatts, this summer the ZEUS laser’s output will soar to three petawatts thanks to a new lab-grown titanium-infused sapphire crystal from Salem, Mass.
From tornado to ice storm, collaborative addresses unmet needs in Otsego County
Inspired by a string of recent disasters, the START Collaborative aims to address unmet needs in Otsego County through collaboration between nonprofits, schools, hospitals, government entities, and businesses.
American Center for Mobility’s Demo Day highlights new tech, expanded facility scope
On June 6, Safe Demo Day at Ypsilanti Township's American Center for Mobility showcased the latest developments at the state-of-the-art testing facility, ranging from new technologies to an expansion of ACM's scope.
Ann Arbor SPARK annual meeting highlights economic development wins and climate change threats
The event showcased SPARK's achievements in fostering economic growth and innovation in Washtenaw County, while its keynote speaker discussed climate change's potential impact on the county's economy.
Saline manufacturing students create adaptive tools to help people with disabilities
Students in Trent Trout's Computer Integrated Manufacturing class at Saline High School are learning to develop innovative real-world solutions for people with disabilities.
From champion carpenter to apparel entrepreneur, Washtenaw CTE students are “powerhouse” achievers
We talked to three students in county career and technical education programs about the impact of getting ready for the professional real world through practical, hands-on learning experiences.
U-M leads in national effort to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding
Spurred by China's current dominance in shipbuilding and America's reliance on foreign shipyards, the University of Michigan is leading efforts to train the needed workforce and develop a statewide maritime strategy.
Report finds $226 million economic impact in Ann Arbor from 2024 U-M football season
The study reports that 2024-2025 U-M football home games generated $226.7 million in direct visitor spending from attendees residing outside Washtenaw County.
