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Winona State University (WSU) has partnered with the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) to offer advanced composites manufacturing training programs. This partnership is part of the IACMI’s America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) program, which aims to upskill workers in the composites industry. The program will provide free, hands-on bootcamps for current WSU students, alumni, and others in the region. The bootcamps will focus on composites in automotive manufacturing and will be held in June, July, and August 2025. The program is designed to engage individuals from diverse educational backgrounds, including those with no prior experience in manufacturing.
The partnership will also fund the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment for WSU’s Composite Materials Engineering program. Additionally, WSU will hire student employees to work with this equipment, preparing them for careers in advanced manufacturing. IACMI’s Chief Technology Officer, Dr. Uday Vaidya, stated that the partnership will help build a sustainable, diverse workforce equipped with the skills needed to thrive in modern manufacturing careers.
The partnership is a step forward for WSU, its students, and the local community, as it enhances the university’s role as a hub of innovation, creating new career opportunities and strengthening the local economy.