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Crowder College to Host 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on April 14; Area Employers Invited to Sign Up Now

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College would like to invite area businesses to participate in the Spring 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on April 14, 2026. The event will be held from 9:30 am to […]

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Franklin Technology Center Receives $15,000 for Workforce Development from Missouri American Water Company

September 17, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Franklin Technology Center (FTC) at Joplin High School accepted a generous donation on September 15 from Missouri American Water Company in support of workforce development. This $15,000 donation will provide tools and tangible necessities to […]

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University of Missouri Extension Presents Reimagining Your Workforce: Breaking Barriers Together on September 23

September 8, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

University of Missouri Extension, along Arvest Bank, Ozark Region Nexus, and Springfield Workforce Development and Economic Vitality, invites the community to invest in second-chance practices to tap into overlooked talent, address workforce challenges, and build […]

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University of Missouri Extension Presents Reimagining Your Workforce: Breaking Barriers Together on September 23

August 12, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

University of Missouri Extension, along Arvest Bank, Ozark Region Nexus, and Springfield Workforce Development and Economic Vitality, invites the community to invest in second-chance practices to tap into overlooked talent, address workforce challenges, and build […]

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Kansas City University Celebrates 2025 Graduates Filling Essential Gaps in Health Care Workforce

May 13, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Kansas City University (KCU) celebrated a momentous 2025 commencement season with ceremonies held in Joplin and Kansas City, Missouri, recognizing the accomplishments of its newest graduates and highlighting key moments in the institution’s continuing evolution. […]

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Franklin Technology Center Students Eligible for New Pittsburg State University Scholarships

April 17, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – A new partnership between Pittsburg State University’s Crossland College of Technology and Franklin Technology Center (FTC) at Joplin High School will provide up to ten full-tuition scholarships for students working toward careers […]

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Workforce Investment Board Seeking Community Support for YouthBuild Program

March 27, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

The Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri’s (WIB) is seeking participants, donations, and community volunteers for their YouthBuild program. They are looking for the following groups: Businesses or organizations who would be willing to make […]

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Missouri Southern State University Secures $374K+ Grant to Address Nursing Workforce Demands

December 17, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Missouri Southern State University’s (MSSU) Department of Nursing is proud to announce the approval of its Nursing Education Incentive Program proposal, aimed at addressing the critical shortage of registered nurses (RNs) and […]

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SW Nexus Kick-Off Meeting to Be Held on August 7

July 25, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

Join SW Nexus for their official kick-off meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, August 7 at 11:00 am at the Joplin Public Library! What is SW Nexus? SW Nexus is dedicated to fostering collaboration […]

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Missouri Southern State University’s Adult Degree Completion Program Initiates Third Year

July 16, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

Missouri Southern State University’s (MSSU) Adult Degree Completion program (ADC) celebrates its third year this fall. Established in the Fall 2022, the program is designed to support adult learners who want to graduate from college. […]

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