SMAST Seminar - DEOS - "An innovative model to develop the next generation of Blue Economy talent" By: Nishita Roy-Pope
When: Wednesday,
November 6, 2024
12:30 PM
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1:30 PM
Where: > See description for location
Description: Department of Estuarine and Ocean Sciences
"An innovative model to develop the next generation of Blue Economy talent"
Nishita Roy-Pope
Founder & CEO, Tribe Academy
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
12:30-1:30pm
SMAST E 101-102 and via Zoom
Abstract:
Nishita Roy-Pope, an award-winning leader in workforce development and community engagement, will present an innovative model for preparing the next generation of talent for the blue economy. The presentation will explore the successful application of this model at UMass Dartmouth, where undergraduate students have gained valuable experience through project-based learning and experiential opportunities with regional blue sector organizations. Additionally, Roy-Pope will discuss a new initiative designed to engage K-12 students, fostering an early interest in ocean-related careers. Roy-Pope will share how these programs leverage proven best practices from other high growth sectors and will be a key step in ensuring that the blue economy is truly available to all. By addressing the full spectrum of the workforce pipeline, this model aims to create a diverse and skilled workforce capable of addressing the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly growing blue economy.
For additional information, please contact Callie Rumbut at c.rumbut@umassd.edu
"An innovative model to develop the next generation of Blue Economy talent"
Nishita Roy-Pope
Founder & CEO, Tribe Academy
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
12:30-1:30pm
SMAST E 101-102 and via Zoom
Abstract:
Nishita Roy-Pope, an award-winning leader in workforce development and community engagement, will present an innovative model for preparing the next generation of talent for the blue economy. The presentation will explore the successful application of this model at UMass Dartmouth, where undergraduate students have gained valuable experience through project-based learning and experiential opportunities with regional blue sector organizations. Additionally, Roy-Pope will discuss a new initiative designed to engage K-12 students, fostering an early interest in ocean-related careers. Roy-Pope will share how these programs leverage proven best practices from other high growth sectors and will be a key step in ensuring that the blue economy is truly available to all. By addressing the full spectrum of the workforce pipeline, this model aims to create a diverse and skilled workforce capable of addressing the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly growing blue economy.
For additional information, please contact Callie Rumbut at c.rumbut@umassd.edu
Contact: > See Description for contact information
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