Lakeland and Lincoln weld resources to bring new workers into the manufacturing industry
“Credit When It’s Due” Grant to Bolster College Completion Efforts
COLUMBUS, OH, Oct. 19, 2012 – Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro said the $500,000 Credit When It’s Due grant recently awarded to the Board by Lumina Foundation will “move the state closer to our degree attainment goals.”
Public Universities Report Three-Year Degree Completion Options
COLUMBUS, OH, Oct. 16, 2012 – Ohio’s public universities are offering more opportunities for students to complete their degrees in less time and for less money.
Ohio Launches New Tool Linking Job Seekers and Energy Opportunities
COLUMBUS, OH, Sept. 24, 2012 – As part of Ohio’s ongoing efforts to boost job creation by better aligning education and training resources with the demands of job creators, the Ohio Board of Regents has launched OhioEnergyPathways.org. The new website will connect Ohioans seeking education and jobs in the energy industry with specific job training and employment opportunities that meet their needs and interests.
State Universities, Colleges Focus on Sharing Services, Saving Money
COLUMBUS, OH, Sept. 20, 2012 – An advisory committee tasked with finding ways that Ohio’s public colleges and universities can share services, operate more efficiently and save money had its first meeting today.
Ohio to Award $11 Million for Internship/Co-Op Programs
COLUMBUS, OH – Sept. 12, 2012– An $11 million state investment will be made to award business and education partners that enhance learning opportunities for students in Ohio through co-ops and internships.
The investment is part of Governor John Kasich’s workforce development efforts to continue to align Ohio’s higher education curriculum with skills that are in demand by Ohio’s businesses.
Letter to USO Presidents Regarding Delay in Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Dear University & College Presidents,
We would like to bring to your attention a matter that may be affecting the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill Education Benefits of some of the student veterans enrolled at your institution.
Complete College Ohio Task Force to Hold First Regional Meeting
COLUMBUS, OH, Aug. 10, 2012 – A task force dedicated to increasing the number of college degree holders in Ohio will have its first regional meeting at Bowling Green State University on Monday, Aug. 13.
Board of Regents Recommends Tobacco Ban
COLUMBUS, OH, July 23, 2012 – The Ohio Board of Regents today voted unanimously to approve a resolution presented by Regents’ Chairman James Tuschman recommending that each board of trustees of the University System of Ohio consider implementing its own policy to establish its campus as tobacco-free.
Ohio Expands Education Benefits for Veterans’ Families
COLUMBUS, OH, July 11, 2012 – Under a new Ohio law, the spouse or dependents of deceased veterans who move to Ohio receive immediate in-state tuition rates as opposed to waiting 12 months to establish residency.
