Today, Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt visited Guilford Technical Community College in the second stop of her Future-Ready Community College Tour. During the visit, the Lieutenant Governor toured the Welding Technology Lab and Computer Integrated Machining Lab and met with students in the FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Program.
“During today’s visit to Guilford Tech, I saw strong examples of the extensive training and experience students receive at our community colleges,” said Lieutenant Governor Hunt. “It’s critical that our community colleges have the support they need to prepare our workforce and it’s wonderful meeting students to hear how they are being set up for success.”
“As North Carolina’s third largest community college, GTCC is proud to support Lieutenant Governor Hunt’s Future-Ready North Carolina initiative,” said Guilford Technical Community College President Dr. Tony Clarke. “This visionary plan highlights community colleges' important role in driving workforce development by expanding career pathways that contribute to a stronger, more resilient economy. We enjoyed the opportunity to showcase our cutting-edge programs, strategic partnerships, and hands-on learning opportunities that prepare our students for high-demand, high-wage jobs in North Carolina's dynamic economic development landscape."
During the visit, the Lieutenant Governor visited the FAME Program and spoke with apprentices employed in the area. Guilford Technical Community College is the host school for The First in Flight Chapter of the North Carolina Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (NC FAME) Program. Students in the program attend classes two days a week and work three days at a sponsor employer including Toyota, P&G, and more.
Lieutenant Governor Hunt’s policy platform, Future-Ready North Carolina, champions investments in child care and early childhood education and workforce development, in part through North Carolina’s community colleges. As a member of both the State Board of Education and Community College Board, the Lieutenant Governor will also emphasize Career and College-Ready Graduate Programs.
The North Carolina Community College System includes 58 institutions dedicated to educating the leaders of tomorrow by providing affordable college courses and programs to anyone across the state. From animals and the environment to trades and mechanics, these schools offer entry-level programs across dozens of industries and provide continuing education to those interested in strengthening their skills in specific areas.
Read more about Lieutenant Governor Hunt’s Future-Ready Plan here.
Stay updated on the Future-Ready Community College Tour here.
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