MGA will join forces with three other institutions to more strongly align classroom teaching and learning with professional workforce needs in STEM-related industries thanks to a $375,000 grant from the National Science Foundation.
Middle Georgia CEO highlighted the annoucement on their website.
"'This cohort will build partnerships with industry experts and government agencies to find out what skills and knowledge are needed for STEM jobs in their fields,' said Dr. Donna Balding, MGA’s director of Research & Sponsored Projects. 'The cohort will use this information to modify and enhance educational experience for undergraduates with industry needs in mind, so students are prepared for jobs in STEM fields. This is an exciting opportunity for Middle Georgia State students and faculty.'
"Three faculty members - Dr. Shannon Beasley, associate professor of Information Technology, Dr. Scott Spangler, associate professor of Information Technology, and Balding, who is also a professor of Biology - developed the proposal. The total amount of the grant award, which the National Science Foundation announced last week, is $374,782. MGA’s project is titled, 'Collaborative Research: EPIIC: Strengthening Collaborative Advancements Leveraging Equitable University Partnerships.'"
