Connecticut will expand artificial intelligence training at colleges and universities across the state as part of a third phase of a statewide workforce program, Gov. Ned Lamont announced Tuesday.
The University of St. Joseph is on track to complete a $16.2 million expansion of its O’Connell Athletic Center by March, after recently completing steel installation for the upgraded facility.
The University of Saint Joseph launched a new master's degree program for physician assistants several years ago, and next week, its inaugural class will graduate into a healthcare job market with high demand for their skills.
Dianna Wentzell, the state's outgoing education commissioner, has accepted an interim position at the University of St. Joseph leading clinical education, according to school officials.
Several nonprofits and state colleges are splitting more than $1 million in grants from a quasi-public funder to spur workforce development in Connecticut.