Discovering the Future: Amazon's Robotic Fulfillment Center Region Tour

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​As the Mountainland Region actively explores opportunities to enhance educational offerings in manufacturing and robotics, our visit to the Amazon Fulfillment Center provided invaluable insights into current needs and technological advancements. The marriage of education and industry expertise is crucial for preparing the region's workforce for the challenges and opportunities of the future.  Nestled in Salt Lake County, the Amazon FC1, a robotic fulfillment center, stands as a beacon of innovation, where cutting-edge technology and human expertise converge to redefine the landscape of e-commerce and logistics. ...Read More...

Karen Mayne Public Safety Officer Scholarship Open

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In an effort to support the aspirations of recent high school graduates with a passion for public safety, the state of Utah proudly presents the Karen Mayne Public Safety Officer Scholarship Program. This initiative is designed to provide financial assistance to individuals committed to serving as public safety officers, fostering a new generation of dedicated professionals in the field. The Karen Mayne Public Safety Officer Scholarship is available for recent high school graduates who aspire to become public safety officers. ...Read More...

Utah CTE Scholarship and Tuition Award Deadline: Jan. 26

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Did you know that each year, some scholarships go unused because students do not know that they could easily receive a CTE scholarship? The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships and Tuition Awards are for outstanding CTE students in Utah. The scholarships/awards are sponsored by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) with funds provided by participating higher education institutions. The award amount varies by institution.  There is no GPA requirement for this scholarship and any senior in your programs could qualify and receive one of these scholarships to Utah schools. Many of them are full or partial tuition for one year. Please encourage your students to apply. ...Read More...