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.@ULLafayette and @ulsystem’s Reginald F. Lewis Scholars, is receiving a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to launch the groundbreaking AddreSSing the TalEnt and DiversiTy Gap in Biotechnology Workforce (ASSET) program.
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In 2019, there were 243,687 firms in the manufacturingsector, with all but 4,036 firms considered to be small (i.e., having fewer than 500 employees). #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
What skills do Machinists need? Complex problem-solving skills, mathematics, precision measuring,mechanical repair, dependability, initiative, and aneye for detail. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
Food manufacturing is the third largest employer inLouisiana, just over 16,700 individuals. Skills needed to be a part of the food industry are: adaptability, team work,collaboration, and critical thinking. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
Congrats to our partner, @FirstSolar, on today’s groundbreaking in Iberia Parish for their 5th US manufacturing center. The company will tap the university for a lg portion of workforce training at the facility, where high-performance photovoltaic solar modules will be produced.
Manufacturers of all sizes need engineers, production employees, purchasing agents, HR officers, finance staff, IT managers, marketers, customer service reps, andmore. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
The manufacturing sector employed nearly 13 millionworkers in March 2023. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
Over the past 12 months, job openings in the sector have averaged nearly 828,000 and remain above pre-pandemic levels. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
Louisiana is home to 4,645 manufacturers, employing 134,541 workers with leading companies like DOW Chemical, Oceaneering Intl., Stuller, and BASF Corp. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
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Introducing “Vision. Louisiana.” – our 2023-2028 Strategic Plan! It outlines five strategic priorities that will guide the University toward continued success and growth in the coming years.
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3EALQ2g
Read the full plan ➡️ bit.ly/3PzYu7W
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Chemical Manufacturing employs over 27,000 in Louisiana. Skills needed for a career in the chemical industry are: anatural curiosity, critical thinking, organizing, and time-management. #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
Louisiana Manufacturing Week is October 1 - October 7. Empower local manufacturers, schools, and students toconnect! #MFGDay23 #LAMFGWeek
UL Lafayette graduate student Jake Guidry, an intern at Idaho National Laboratory, has developed a cybersecurity research tool that could improve the security of electric vehicle charging. Geaux Cajuns! buff.ly/3YHSqgo
Welcome back students! Here's to a semester filled with research that impacts our communities, our state, our nation, and our globe!
Scientists have sought to fully understand t/ intricate mechanisms via which magnetic states change due to mechanical strain.They’re closer, thx to an international team of researchers that includes Dr. Michalis Charilaou, an assistant prof in Physics. buff.ly/3OXXha6
Our solar energy partner, First Solar is bringing its 5th manufacturing facility to Acadiana. Find out where and how the University will play a part in training the facility's workforce --> buff.ly/45ySIsn
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has surpassed $200 million in research & development spending for the first time in its history. 🎉 President Dr. Joseph Savoie announced the milestone Wednesday during the State of the University address. 🤟 buff.ly/3KGSAic
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10 more days until Louisiana Homecoming 2022! Visit bit.ly/3BgHtY1 to view the entire schedule of events. Mark your calendars, register for your favorite events and get ready to celebrate, Ragin' Cajuns! 🤟
Special thank you to our 2022 Homecoming sponsor, Home Bank.
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UL is THE BEST place to learn! #WeR1
UL Lafayette is great place to earn a degree, according to @usnews. The University is included in the 2022-2023 edition of its “Best Colleges” guidebook that assists prospective college students in making choices about where to enroll. Geaux Cajuns! ➡️ bit.ly/3L7X6FC
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Did you catch our researchers being honored at Saturday’s @RaginCajunsFB game? We are winning on the field and in the lab! #WeR1 🤟🏻🤟🏻