Terra State Community College

09/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/13/2024 11:40

Terra State Community College Celebrates Enhancements to Skilled Trades and Automation Technologies (STAT) Hub Sep 13

Terra State Community College Celebrates Enhancements to Skilled Trades and Automation Technologies (STAT) Hub

September 13, 2024 Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted speaking about the investment in the STAT Hub renovation and upgrades.

Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted visited Terra State Community college earlier this week to celebrate the significant investment of $5.56 million through the Super RAPIDS program. More than 100 community, business, and industry leaders were in attendance for this celebration.

The funding will be used to establish the Skilled Trades and Automation Technologies (STAT) Hub at Terra State. This initiative aims to renovate and upgrade learning and labs in Advanced Machining, Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Robotics and Automation, Welding and Fabrication, and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC-R). The goal is to provide cutting-edge training facilities that meet the needs of advanced manufacturing, train more qualified workers, and integrate additional industry credentials into the College's education and training programs.

Lt. Governor Husted stated, "We believe that Terra State will not only better serve the employers and the people who live in this community, but that Fremont will become attractive to new investments and new businesses because they will see that there is talent readily available right here at Terra State."

Terra State President Dr. Ronald Schumacher expressed, "Terra State is grateful to the leadership of Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted in advocating for funding to advance manufacturing training in our region. This significant investment in workforce education will benefit our manufacturing partners that are so critical to our economic success. Terra State stands ready to address this vital workforce need."

For additional information, please contact: Dr. Andrew Shella, Dean of Workforce Development, [email protected], 419.559.2450