CMAA Accepting Education Session Proposals for Fall Conference

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The Construction Management Association of America invites program and construction management professionals and all those involved in design, construction and management in the built environment to share their best practices, successes and proven techniques by presenting at its fall conference, CMAA2024. Proposals should focus on providing attendees with ways to gain valuable insights to leverage leadership skills, technological innovations, and digital tools, trends and resiliency best practices. Completed submissions are due by Friday, March 29. For more information, visit cmaanet.org. CMAA2024, scheduled for Oct. 27-29 in San Francisco, California, is CMAA’s flagship event. It will include a comprehensive expo hall, … Read more

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Build, Expand CTE Program with NCCER High School Builder Program

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With the growing demand for skilled professionals, and the available funding opportunities for schools to implement construction education programs, NCCER’s High School Builder Program is designed specifically for schools just starting their construction CTE journey. The program provides expert guidance and support to overcome the obstacles of setting up a successful CTE program. In addition, its Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills program incorporates applied math, along with employability and communication skills, to help students gain the life-ready skills needed to succeed in the workforce. In addition, the program: Meets requirements for Perkins, federal and state funding Provides instructor training … Read more

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Philadelphia’s Future Female Leaders Attend Free Construction Camp for Girls throughout Summer

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Local Philadelphia-area girls entering 7th through 12th grade will attend a free construction camp this summer to provide real-world experience, mentorship and education about the opportunities that exist in the construction industry, regardless of gender. The camp is called MyWIC, which stands for Mentoring young Women In Construction and will take place in Philadelphia between Thursday, July 6 through Friday, Aug. 11.  MyWIC is run by the NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation, which partnered with companies like NEST and Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia & Southern Jersey to make it a reality. The camp strives to create a sustainable labor pool in the construction industry while exposing young women … Read more

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Swinerton, Mercy Housing California Inspire Next Generation of Builders, Architects, Engineers at ‘Minds Under Construction’ Steam Festival

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Swinerton, in collaboration with affordable housing provider Mercy Housing California, announced dozens of youths participated in the “Minds Under Construction” festival in San Francisco’s Sunnydale neighborhood on Nov. 5. At the event, which was dedicated to advancing understanding and inspiring passion for the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, participants worked with 3D printers and learned about designing earthquake-safe homes, working with electrical circuitry and water engineering. Swinerton staff partnered with MHC’s resident services team to bring this enriching day of STEAM exploration to families living at Sunnydale, a diverse but under-invested neighborhood undergoing a community-based revitalization initiative … Read more

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Overcoming Skills Gap Focus of NCCER’s Construction Career Pathways Conference  

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The National Center for Construction Education and Research will host its Construction Career Pathways Conference Nov. 30. This conference is a one-day event held as a prelude to the Association for Career and Technical Education’s CareerTech VISION 2022 Conference.   This year’s Construction Career Pathways Conference will cover important topics, including best practices for establishing education and industry partnerships, incorporating technology into construction education and success stories from up-and-coming young craft professionals. Networking and team activities will take place throughout the day between presentations.   Held in Las Vegas, Nevada, the event will take place from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at … Read more

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