Grow Southwestern Indiana Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp hosts local educators
Teachers pose for a photo at the conclusion of the Grow Southwest Indiana Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp on June 8.
The University of Southern Indiana Outreach and Engagement Corporate Partnerships and Customized Training partnered with the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education and the SwISTEM Resource Center to participate in the annual Grow Southwest Indiana Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp on June 8.
This immersive, two-week program provided educators and school counselors with hands-on exposure to regional manufacturing facilities and university campuses. Participants gained valuable insights into in-demand career opportunities and the earning potential available within today’s advanced manufacturing industry.
“Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp is a powerful way to connect educators directly with the innovation and opportunity happening at USI. By experiencing our labs, facilities and STEM resources firsthand, teachers and counselors gain real-world insight they can bring back to their classrooms,” said Lesley Groves, Assistant Director of Corporate Partnerships and Customized Training. “It’s about equipping them with the knowledge and tools to inspire students to explore high-demand, high-impact careers in advanced manufacturing. We’re proud to be part of this collaborative effort that strengthens both education and our regional workforce.”
Participants attended an information session after they toured the Romain College of Business and the Applied Engineering Center, exploring labs and classrooms. The SwISTEM Resource Center also highlighted a variety of hands-on tools, kits and classroom resources available to educators. Through this experience, participants gained a deeper understanding of STEM applications in modern manufacturing, equipping them to better guide students toward meaningful and rewarding post-secondary opportunities.