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Siemens donating $2B in manufacturing software to 7 Va. colleges

John Reid Blackwell | Richmond Times-Dispatch |Full Story

One of the world's largest engineering and electronics companies is donating more than $2 billion worth of its computer software to seven Virginia universities and community colleges to help train students for high-tech, manufacturing-related careers.

 

Siemens Corp. is expected to announce the donation today during a meeting of business and government officials in Prince George County. That event will focus on the future of advanced manufacturing in Virginia.

Colonial Heights Tech Center gives students skills for careers in auto technology

Katherine Johnson | Progress-Index | Full Story

COLONIAL HEIGHTS - After spending 17 years in the field as a master technician, Roy Parham decided to share his skills and knowledge in the classroom.

 

Since starting the Colonial Heights Tech Center in 2005, Parham has certified the auto program through Auto Service Excellence and passed on knowledge that led to several of his students placing in state competitions.