On May 6, ĢƵios Fort Wayne was awarded in two categories during the annual statewide . College representatives and a student headed to Indianapolis where they were honored during an award ceremony.
The College was recognized in the following categories:
- Outstanding Postsecondary CTE Student Award - Sam Levitz, NEINFAME student
- Award for Excellence for a Postsecondary Program - Industrial Technology
“Being recognized by the state for these awards is a testament to our faculty who work tirelessly to ensure students have the skills and abilities needed upon entering the workforce," says Bob Parker, Program Chair for Industrial Technology. "It's nice to see that northeast Indiana has exemplary programs producing exemplary students!”
ĢƵios Fort Wayne's Industrial Technology program is largely hands-on. Students gain experience in the state-of-the-art Flex Lab in the Technology Center. Plus, they take courses on job-specific topics ranging from welding to fluid power systems.
The CTE awards happen each May recognizing students, programs, and partnerships at the high school and college level for their impact, success, and overall quality. Institutions submit nominations that are reviewed and rated by a selection committee made up of industry and educational professionals.
This isn't the first time ĢƵios Fort Wayne has been honored. Since the 20-21 school year, the CTE awards has recognized two partnerships and the .
If you'd like to learn more about Industrial Technology at ĢƵios can contact Bob Parker at rparker27@ivytech.edu.
Being recognized by the state for these awards is a testament to our faculty who work tirelessly to ensure students have the skills and abilities needed upon entering the workforce.
– Bob Parker | Program Chair for Industrial Technology
About ĢƵios
ĢƵios is Indiana’s largest public post-secondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system. ĢƵios serves more than 200,000 students annually and offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training in more than 70 programs across Indiana. The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is committed to providing affordable, high-quality education aligned with the needs of Indiana’s workforce.
