Category: education
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Top U.S. Cities for Gen Z Living in 2025 and Beyond
According to a recent Corebridge Financial survey, nearly 80% of Gen Zers — those now between 13 and 28 years old — say they are already serious about their financial planning. While they may have inherited the title of “most-criticized generation” from Millennials, Gen Zers are proving themselves to be financially astute, community-oriented and cost-conscious.…
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Trimble Expands Partnership with Global Engineering Charity
Trimble today expanded its strategic partnership with the Engineers Without Borders network, facilitated by Engineers Without Borders (EWB) International. This collaboration significantly expands Trimble’s existing support of Engineers Without Borders by providing a substantial monetary donation, essential hardware, software and specialized training expertise for international projects. Trimble has been a long-term supporter of EWB’s mission…
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Government’s skills report signals reform for construction training
A new white paper on post-16 education and skills has laid bare the scale of the workforce challenge facing sectors such as construction. The Post-16 Education and Skills report flags the urgent need for an overhaul of training, recruitment and employer engagement, including the introduction of a new vocational pathway at level 3. According to…
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Build Confidence with a How to Buy a House Class
Buying a home is one of those big milestones that feels exciting… and a little intimidating, right? You’re suddenly navigating mortgage terms, property inspections, down payments, and interest rates — and honestly, it can feel like learning a new language. That’s where taking a How to Buy a House class can make all the difference.…
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Build Confidence with a How to Buy a House Class
Buying a home is one of those big milestones that feels exciting… and a little intimidating, right? You’re suddenly navigating mortgage terms, property inspections, down payments, and interest rates — and honestly, it can feel like learning a new language. That’s where taking a How to Buy a House class can make all the difference.…
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Scandal Meets Style at Color Invasion® 2025
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The New York Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA NY) is turning up the drama with Sunsets & Scandals, the theme for the 23rd annual Color Invasion®. Inspired by the lush, mysterious worlds of escapist TV, this year’s can’t-miss event will transform Chelsea Industrial (535–551 West 28th Street, New York, NY 10001) into a glamorous…
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Scrapping 50% university target is ‘real step forward’ for construction
Builders’ merchant Travis Pekins has welcomed the government’s decision to transform further and higher education. This week, the prime minister announced a package of reforms to the education skills system, which includes ditching Labour’s previous target of encouraging 50% of young people to go to university. Speaking at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, Kier Starmer…
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METALCON 2025 Boosts Training with Hands-On Education
With skilled labor in high demand and the need for practical, applicable training at an all-time high, METALCON 2025 is putting education front and center. This year’s event — taking place October 21–23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center — offers the industry’s most focused, metal-specific education experience, uniquely designed to deliver skills professionals can apply…
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Ibstock’s new training academy backs ‘job-ready skills’
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Building products manufacturer Ibstock has launched a pilot training academy at Walsall College. Ibstock Academy was recently unveiled during a launch event at Walsall College’s Green Lane Campus. The event was attended by students, educators, and representatives from across the industry, including Keon Homes, West Midlands Combined Authority, Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), and the Home Builders Federation (HBF). The new…
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Greece Opens First LEED-Certified Campus at The Ellinikon
The Greek Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports has authorised the University of Nicosia (UNIC) to establish UNIC Athens, its non-profit branch/campus in Greece, in a decision which strengthens UNIC’s long-standing academic partnership with the country. UNIC Athens will welcome its inaugural class in Fall 2025 at a purpose-designed campus in the area of Ellinikon, Athens.…