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RIT Grad Lands Dream IT Job Supporting NY Health Department
Community HeroesApr 30

RIT Grad Lands Dream IT Job Supporting NY Health Department

A computer science student who mapped her busy college life with color-coded paper planners just landed her dream job supporting healthcare through technology. Melanie Couillard's leadership skills and packed schedule at Rochester Institute of Technology helped her stand out in a 15-person panel interview.

Google News - Graduation Success3 min read
66 Iowa Volunteers Shape Young Lives Through 4-H Programs
Acts of KindnessApr 14

66 Iowa Volunteers Shape Young Lives Through 4-H Programs

Winneshiek County is celebrating 66 dedicated volunteers who mentor youth through 4-H programs during National Volunteer Week. These volunteers help thousands of young people across Iowa build leadership skills and strengthen their communities.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Volunteering Accelerates Careers Across Africa
Acts of KindnessApr 11

Volunteering Accelerates Careers Across Africa

Millions of young Africans struggle to find jobs despite education, but volunteering might be the missing link to gaining real-world experience and leadership skills. One expert argues this free path to professional growth is too valuable to ignore.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
IEEE Launches Training Suite for AI, 5G, and Leadership
SolutionsMar 27

IEEE Launches Training Suite for AI, 5G, and Leadership

Engineers can now fast-track their careers with IEEE's new Professional Development Suite, offering hands-on training in AI, 5G networks, and leadership skills. The programs help technical professionals stay competitive in rapidly evolving fields while earning industry-recognized credentials.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
Jesse Jackson: From Quarterback to Civil Rights Leader
Community HeroesFeb 18

Jesse Jackson: From Quarterback to Civil Rights Leader

Jesse Jackson, who died February 17 at 84, transformed leadership skills from the football field into a lifetime of fighting for civil rights and economic justice. The quarterback turned activist helped secure jobs for thousands and inspired millions through five decades of tireless advocacy.

Smithsonian3 min read
3 Ways to Make Your Team Speak Up When It Counts Most
SolutionsFeb 11

3 Ways to Make Your Team Speak Up When It Counts Most

When COVID-19 shut down their business overnight, one team discovered their secret weapon wasn't a backup plan—it was the psychological safety they'd built without realizing it. Here's how any worker can create that same foundation before crisis hits.

Fast Company2 min read