In May, The TechEd Podcast featured an interview with Dr. Lepper discussing the role of partnerships and funding in educational innovation as well as the importance of collaboration and adapting education to meet industry needs. Head directly to the TechEd Podcast website and listen to the interview. It can also be found on all major podcast platforms.
"Students like to see what they're doing is relevant and that it matters and that it leads to something," said Dr. Lepper.
From TechEdPodcast.com:
"From capital budgets to strategic initiatives from federal and state governments, to grants and industry support, educators have countless potential funding opportunities to keep their programs up to date.
Grand Rapids Community College, led by President Dr. Charles Lepper, is putting many of these funding opportunities to work for the benefit of their students. Hear how the college has [built] a strong partnership with Gentex (among other employers) that has benefitted both parties. Learn how the college is working with the state of Michigan's many workforce initiatives, leveraging funding available through the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and others.
From curriculum enhancements to workforce development initiatives, gain insight into how partnerships propel institutions toward greater relevance in today's job market."