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ASU prepares educators and learners with durable skills
ASU ensures teachers can create skill-based learning environments that prepare students for future careers.

ASU Health’s Doing Well launches: igniting health through stories and science
A new free, weekly newsletter created by Media Enterprise and Learning Enterprise dedicated to helping readers ignite health.

Rompiendo barreras en un mundo distribuido
ASU está moldeando la fuerza laboral del futuro al hacer que la educación sea accesible para aprendices en más de 140 países, con iniciativas en marcha para su expansión.

ASU partners with This Teenage Life to elevate teen voices and health literacy
For many teens, navigating the complexities of health, identity and adolescence can feel overwhelming. What if they had a space to explore these topics in their own words? That’s exactly what Arizona State University and This Teenage Life, a global podcast created by and for teens, set out to accomplish through a unique partnership aimed…

How ASU works with educators to ensure K-12 refugee students build durable skills
ASU’s Professional Educator Learning Hub supports educators by providing tools that lead to effective learning environments for refugee students.

Celebrating 500 learners participating in SWSIE Sustainable Workforce Development Training
Over 500 learners have taken courses in SWSIE Sustainable Workforce Development Training.

ASU and Universum International College partner to shape Kosovo’s future workforce
Collaboration aims to advance career-driven learning in Kosovo by providing world-class upskilling opportunities.

Bridging the clinical research talent gap: ASU and Virb launch four high-impact programs
In the rapidly-growing healthcare field, there are an estimated 710,000 healthcare job vacancies in the U.S. alone. With a projected 19.4% of the workforce expected to retire in the next five years, the need for industry-aligned training has never been more urgent. Patients awaiting life-saving treatments depend on a strong and well-trained workforce to bring…

ASU announces SWSIE workforce challenge to accelerate sustainability in the Southwest
The Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine (SWSIE), led by Arizona State University, is at the forefront of creating a sustainable future for Arizona, Nevada and Utah. With the support of a $15 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), SWSIE equips organizations and communities to solve environmental challenges — water security, renewable energy and carbon…

ASU and CESA unite to empower Colombia’s next generation of business innovators
New partnership delivers advanced innovation and leadership training to boost entrepreneurship and economic growth in Colombia. Colombia is at an exciting juncture in its development, with industries such as technology and entrepreneurship positioned for transformative growth. To fully harness this potential, the country is poised to upskill its workforce, equipping people with the innovation and…

ASU, ITF and Santander Universidades power Mexico’s semiconductor and tech-ready workforce
Collaboration delivers technical and in-demand skills to Baja California, driven by a partnership between education, philanthropy and industry. The global semiconductor industry, which powers everything from smartphones to electric vehicles, is projected to reach nearly $1 trillion in revenues by 2030. However, this rapid growth faces a significant challenge: a severe shortage of skilled workers. …

Bridging borders: ASU and Tec de Monterrey partner to advance practical skills to meet global engineering demands
What does the future of economic progress look like for Mexico? Arizona State University and Tec de Monterrey are building that vision together. Through ASU’s Learning Enterprise, six courses are being introduced to Tec de Monterrey’s Master’s in Engineering programs. This collaboration, which began with two courses in the spring, aims to equip students with…

ASU launches AI career upskilling portfolio for the future of work
New offerings teach professionals, employers and the public sector how to thrive in the great AI disruption.

ASU leads the way for post-retiree enrollment and lifelong learning
Two seismic demographic shifts are creating a unique opportunity for higher education leaders. By 2034, people over the age of 65 are expected to outnumber those under 18 for the first time in U.S. history. This longevity boom, combined with the pending enrollment cliff, challenges the conventional three-stage life course of “learn, work, retire.” Higher…

As Phoenix Becomes a Semiconductor Boomtown, ASU Runs to Keep Up
Arizona State University has been a key player in developing a new generation of engineers and technicians, with ASU Universal Learner Courses playing a key role.

International Baccalaureate partners with ASU to bring career-ready education to high school students
The International Baccalaureate (IB) rand ASU join forces to expand access to career-related studies for high school students worldwide.

ASU and College Track co-design curriculum to bridge education, opportunity gaps for first-gen students
ASU and College Track form partnership to make the transition from high school to college seamless for first-gen students.

ASU’s CareerCatalyst ignites growth for Arizona’s small businesses
ASU CareerCatalyst is driving growth for small businesses across Arizona.

ASU parents get their own classes with ‘Thriving in your Empty Nest’ program
Partnership between ASU and MEA, the world’s first midlife wisdom school, helps adults navigate complexities of second half of life.

ASU, Deloitte collab on sustainability, climate and equity training
ASU and Deloitte create a professional development program focused on sustainability, climate and equity to meet corporate training needs.

ASU brings advanced AI and VR training to 2,000+ faculty in Argentina
A new initiative with Universidad Argentina de la Empresa is equipping their faculty with immersive tools and training to create engaging learning experiences.

ASU and “This Teenage Life” give teens tools to manage stress and loneliness
Explore how the podcast “This Teenage Life” enhances health literacy among teens, covering self-talk, stress management and loneliness.