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Walmart, OESC to host hiring event for 350 positions
The Aug. 5 event in Oklahoma City will connect job seekers with full- and part-time opportunities offering benefits and career advancement.
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Lowe’s Foundation surpasses $60 million in skilled-trades training investments
New grants will support 10 community and technical colleges, including an expanded hands-on construction program at WSU Tech in Wichita.
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Clean-burning vehicle incentive turns Oklahoma energy into school savings
At Deer Creek Public Schools, a new compressed natural gas fueling system could save the district up to $400,000 annually while supporting Oklahoma jobs and second-chance employment.
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RSU proposes accelerated three-year workforce development degree
The program would offer options in automation manufacturing and digital systems, and cyber defense and digital forensics.
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ADP: Summer hiring remains active, but young workers face tougher labor market
Teen unemployment reached 14.6% in June, while pay growth for young workers returned to a more normal pace after post-pandemic spikes.
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Express survey: Employers plan to hire, but nearly half cannot fill open roles
The Oklahoma City-based staffing company said hiring managers remain optimistic, even as talent shortages, AI, and economic uncertainty complicate workforce planning.
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Google announces $500,000 for Mayes County nonprofits and schools
The funding will support STEM education, technology access, veterans services, and classroom modernization in communities near Google’s Oklahoma data center.
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Warmington: Higher education must align programs with Oklahoma workforce needs
In an Oklahoman guest column, the State Regents chair pointed to program reviews and a new performance funding model as part of a broader effort to strengthen student outcomes.
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Mustang student wins Oklahoma Civics Bee, advances to national competition
Eighth-grader Jessica Mabry’s proposal to create safe spaces for students facing mental health challenges earned first place in the state competition.
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Four new regents sworn in to Regional University System of Oklahoma board
Haley Hope Frix, Michael McElroy, Carl McKenzie, and Dr. Michael Peck took the oath of office during the board’s May and June meetings.
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Regents’ performance funding plan aims to align higher education with workforce needs
The new formula will tie a growing share of institutional base funding to enrollment, retention, completion, opportunity, and workforce outcomes.
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Mississippi Governor says increased literacy has led to economic development opportunities
Reeves will discuss Mississippi’s education gains, workforce strategy, and the connection between student outcomes and long-term economic competitiveness.