EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

The Education and Workforce Subcommittee of CARNATIONS is dedicated to enhancing educational excellence and workforce development within our community. We bridge the gap between education and employment through innovative programs, policy advocacy, and partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions.

Our Goals:

Improve Education Quality: Promote innovative teaching and learning resources.

Encourage Lifelong Learning: Support continuous education for all ages.

Strengthen Workforce Skills: Align education with local industry needs.

Support Economic Growth: Drive community development through targeted workforce initiatives.

What are we doing?

Revolutionizing Inter-University Learning Opportunities:

We are proud to introduce an innovative inter-university course model that allows students to learn directly from top professors at leading universities. This initiative opens the door to unparalleled expertise and knowledge delivered by faculty from prestigious institutions like Virginia Tech, Stanford University, UC Riverside, Chicago State University, and Illinois Tech—all accessible from a single platform.

Featured Courses

As part of this program, we are offering three specialized courses designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills:

Introduction to Navigation (Fall-2024)

Host: Illinois Tech
Instructor: Prof. Samer Khanafseh
Dive into the fundamentals of navigation systems, exploring their principles, applications, and real-world use cases.

Advanced GPS Receiver Design (Spring-2025)

Host: Virginia Tech
Instructor: Prof. Mark Psiaki
Learn the intricacies of designing high-precision GPS receivers with hands-on approaches to advanced concepts.

Sensing and Perception for Autonomous Systems Navigation (Spring-2025)

Host: Virginia Tech
Instructor: Prof. Mathieu Joerger
Explore navigation sensors and methods essential for autonomous systems, including robotics and self-driving vehicles.

Why Choose Our Inter-University Model?

Unmatched Expertise: Learn from leading educators and researchers across renowned institutions.
Expanded Opportunities: Access a diverse array of specialized courses and disciplines.
Collaborative Learning: Engage with peers and faculty from multiple universities, building a vibrant academic network.
Take the next step in your academic journey with this groundbreaking opportunity. Unlock the future of education—learn from the best, wherever you are.