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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Delaware County Web of Support Ambassadors have created video messages and sharable postcards of gratitude and affirmation. During this time of uncertainty and change, we invite you to strengthen your web of support and spread the encouragement we all need by sharing these helpful...
Explorer Workshops have gone virtual! We hope your families are staying safe during these uncertain times, and we are delighted to continue providing hands-on and engaging STEAM programming while still respecting physical distancing recommendations. The Summer Maker Club is providing guided instruction exploring technology, science and...
Strengthening opportunities along the education-to-workforce pipeline is an important focus of our Future of Work activities. I AM THE FUTURE OF WORK is a career campaign that gives students an up-close and un-scripted look at local career opportunities in high-growth, high-demand job fields. With guidance...
OF WORK AT MAGNA Name: Brad Daugherty Job Title: Manufacturing engineering tech at Magna powertrain Average Starting Salary: $50,000 https://sustainablemuncie.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/FOW-Brad-new.mp4 How long have you been with Magna?? I've been in my current position about 6 months, but I was an intern here starting in 2018 and hired in full time after that. Other...