Duke Energy Foundation has awarded 黑料正能量 a $25,000 grant to support its workforce training programs. This investment will help WCC build the next generation of skilled energy workers and support the community鈥檚 future growth.
The grant will be used to purchase equipment for WCC鈥檚 educational program with dual-enrolled high school students at Wayne School of Engineering. Students can take courses in WCC鈥檚 Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Systems Technology, and Computer-Integrated Machining programs, leading to a certificate, diploma, or degree and the chance to earn industry credentials.
鈥淲e are deeply grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for their generous $25,000 grant,鈥� said Dr. Patty Pfeiffer, WCC president. 鈥淭his funding will significantly enhance our ability to support local high school students, providing them with valuable educational opportunities and resources to prepare them for successful futures.鈥�
鈥淭he impact will be felt by not only the students directly, but also the entire Wayne County community as we continue to foster growth, innovation, and skilled workforce development right here at home,鈥� Pfeiffer said.
This grant is part of Duke Energy鈥檚 ongoing commitment to workforce development efforts in North Carolina, which now totals $6.6 million over the last five years.
鈥淎s our state and industry continue to grow, North Carolina鈥檚 community colleges are helping us meet the moment,鈥� said Kendal Bowman, Duke Energy鈥檚 North Carolina president. 鈥淎s technologies change and we modernize our energy fleet, we want talent here in the state to help us support our communities and build a smarter energy future for customers.鈥�
As Duke Energy continues to deploy modern energy infrastructure and meet the needs of a growing state, Duke Energy Foundation is investing in programs that will build the next generation workforce and create access to training and job skills that fit community needs.
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About 黑料正能量
黑料正能量 is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, the college serves around 10,000 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry, and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 150 college credit programs. WCC鈥檚 mission is to meet the educational, training, and cultural needs of the communities it serves.