News & Updates
The Future of Work is about…. COLLABORATION!
By: Andrea McDermott, Future of Work Program Associate ecoREHAB’s STEP (Skilled Trades Education Program), is creating solutions to workforce needs by providing training for a career in the construction industry. Partnering with Ball State College of Architecture & Planning, Eastern Indiana Works, Shafer Leadership Academy,...
22 March, 2021
The Future of Work: How Muncie organizations are preparing for changes to tech, workforce
Submitted by the Ball Brothers Foundation MUNCIE, Ind. — The future of work is changing. Soon — perhaps by the time the next generation of employees enter the workforce — nearly every job will have been impacted by technology, automation, advanced cloud computing or artificial intelligence,...
04 January, 2021
Sustainable Muncie Receives Grant from AARP
DECEMBER 3, 2020 By AARP Indiana— MUNCIE, Ind. – Sustainable Muncie Corporation (SMC) was selected for a $12,500 2020 AARP Community Challenge Grant and plans to bring greater access to broadband internet service to one of Muncie’s east-side neighborhoods. SMC will use the funding from the grant to...
03 December, 2020
STEAM AT HOME RESOURCES
STEAM AT HOME ARCHITECTURE CHALLENGE SUPPLIES: 20 NOTECARDS, 16 PAPERCLIPS, SCISSORS, RULER, A BOO CHROMOTOGRAPHY FLOWERS SUPPLIES: COFFEE FILTERS, MARKERS, PIPE CLEANERS, SMALL CONTAINER WITH WATER MARSHMALLOW ENGINEERING CHALLENGE Supplies: Marshmallows, Toothpicks, Ruler EXPLORING COLORS AND CHEMICAL REACTIONS Supplies: Baking Soda, Vinegar, Food coloring or washable paint, pan or container, pipettes (or use...
23 November, 2020
Future of Work Muncie Receives National Recognition
The Future of Work has been recognized by Congress as a leader in 21st century workforce development. On the House floor, the Future of Work was praised for paving the way for students and jobseekers to prepare for jobs in technology, engineering, and manufacturing. https://sustainablemuncie.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Greg-Pence-recognizes-Future-of-Work-on-House-floor.mp4...
05 October, 2020
Ball State’s iMADE student projects are building The Future of Work
Kevin Klinger and John Smith lead a group of Ball Students in an immersive learning experience partnering with businesses and nonprofits at the Madjax building By: Andrea McDermott, Future of Work Program Associate Ball State’s iMADE projects are forging solutions to workforce needs through collaborations and community...
05 October, 2020
Muncie, Indiana Named 2020 All-America City Award Winner
Muncie, Indiana Named 2020 All-America City Award Winner A behind-the-scenes photo of the Muncie team giving their presentation. Photo provided by Jane Ellery AUGUST 21, 2020 By The Muncie Action Plan— Muncie, IN—Muncie, Indiana has been recognized as one of 10 All-America City award winners. The National Civic League presented...
26 August, 2020
Web of Support Releases Free Videos and Sharable Postcards To Spread Messages of Gratitude and Encouragement
Web of Support Releases Free Videos and Sharable Postcards To Spread Messages of Gratitude and Encouragement AUGUST 13, 2020 By: Andrea McDermott— Muncie, IN—Web of Support: Everybody Succeeds, a mentoring initiative of the Muncie Action Plan, uses a relational approach to help youth and adults identify, expand, and...
26 August, 2020
‘I Am The Future of Work’ Campaign Connects Students to STEM Careers
I Am The Future of Work’ Campaign Connects Students to STEM Careers AUGUST 19, 2020 Abe Hunt, a manufacturing engineer at Magna Powertrain is pictured during a Youtube video where he describes his work at Magna Powertrain. By Kyra Zylstra— Muncie, IN—I AM THE FUTURE OF WORK, a career...
26 August, 2020