CCAC/Johnson Controls Partnership Featured on WPXI-TV's "Our Region's Business" Show
CCAC and Johnson Controls were in the television spotlight as part of the Allegheny Conference on Economic Development's "Our Region's Business" show, which aired on WPXI-TV Sunday, Sept. 4. The segment, featuring guest appearances by CCAC Endowed Professor of Technical Curriculum Michael Rinsem and Johnson Controls Vice President, Mid-Atlantic Area, Mark Altsman, highlighted how the Johnson Controls $100,000 grant is enabling CCAC to offer career pathways for the next generation of building technology innovators.
BNY Mellon Partnership Provides New Opportunities for CIT Students
There's a new opportunity in town for CCAC students pursuing careers in computer information technology (CIT). CCAC Workforce & Job Readiness has partnered with BNY Mellon to provide an innovative path for CIT students to learn from real-world mentors in the cutting-edge field of financial technology.
CCAC Recognized as a Sustainability Champion by Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls Inc. presented the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) with a Sustainability Champions Award in recognition of the college's commitment to creating a more sustainable future for communities and increasing the focus on reducing carbon emissions.
Dr. Charlene Newkirk Appointed to National Commission
Dr. Charlene Newkirk, Southeast Region President, has been appointed to the Commission on Structured Pathways of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).
Free Immersive STEM Program for Students in Grades 6-8 at CCAC Allegheny Campus
The Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) is partnering with Verizon and the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship to offer a free project-based STEM learning program. The Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers Program, designed for middle school students (grades 6-8), will take place this summer, June 27 through July 22, at CCAC's Allegheny Campus.
CCAC Receives $100,000 Grant From Johnson Controls To Train Next Generation of Skilled Trade Workforce
The Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) was awarded a $100,000 grant from the Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program. The grant will enable CCAC to offer career pathways for the next generation of building technology innovators through expansion of its associate degree and certificate programs in Mechatronics. As one of only 10 community colleges in North America to receive the funds in this year's cohort, CCAC is also eligible for up to three years of renewed funding in addition to the initial investment.