Upskilling Indiana's Future Workforce: Ivy Tech's Impact and Innovations
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This episode of Indiana. For The Bold, was recorded live at the Indiana Global Economic Summit in May of 2024.
Today we talk with Dr. Sue Ellspermann, the President of Ivy Tech Community College, and discuss how the institution is tackling the enrollment cliff by focusing on reskilling and upskilling Indiana's workforce.
Recorded live at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation's Global Economic Summit in May of 2024, Dr. Ellspermann details Ivy Tech's collaboration with industry leaders such as Eli Lilly and Samsung SDI to develop tailored training programs and how Ivy Tech is staying agile to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace.
With a growing demand for middle-skilled jobs, Ivy Tech is positioned as a critical asset in Indiana's economic future, emphasizing practical, industry-aligned curricula, and strategic partnerships.
00:00 Introduction
00:27 Ivy Tech's Role in Workforce Development
00:57 Meet Dr. Sue Ellspermann
01:31 Live Recording at the Global Economic Summit
03:31 Ivy Tech's Strategic Partnerships
05:36 Addressing the Enrollment Crisis
08:06 Future-Focused Curriculum and Industry Alignment
11:21 Innovative Programs and Certifications
16:55 Why Indiana? Dr. Ellspermann's Perspective
21:59 What's Next for Ivy Tech?
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