The Connector
The Connector podcast from The Institute for Emerging Issues at NC State University explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives, resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. IEI is a nonpartisan public policy organization focused on the state’s vibrancy and economic competitiveness, working with leaders in business, education and public policy to discuss issues with profound implications for North Carolina’s future prosperity.
The Connector
Igniting Tomorrow’s Workforce
Today's youth are the workforce of tomorrow. In this episode of "The Connector," IEI Director Sarah Hall sits down with two leaders who are revolutionizing high school education and workforce development: SparkNC President Dr. Lynn Moody and District C CEO Dan Gonzalez, to talk about their unique model for empowering high school students to build skills and explore careers in the tech industry. Now in more than 25 school districts across the state, SparkNC ignites students' passions through learner-centered, industry-relevant experiences, while District C's re-imagined internships, known as "teamships," provide students with a hands-on, team-based approach to solve real-world problems.
Hall, Gonzalez and Dr. Moody also discuss the outcomes of the inaugural SparkNC Exchange, which brought together more than 130 high school students at UNC Wilmington to explore tech fields and build valuable professional skills.
The Connector podcast explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. To learn more about the Institute for Emerging Issues, visit emergingissues.org.