US Steel Foundation Application Listing

Section 1: Organization Background Information

1. Please provide us with the organization's Mission Statement. (2000 character limit)

The Ivy Tech Foundation, Inc. partners with donors to invest in Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana (Ivy Tech) students, faculty, and programs to build stronger communities and a better Indiana. Ivy Tech Community College prepares Indiana residents to learn, live, and work in a diverse and globally competitive environment by delivering professional, technical, transfer, and lifelong education. Through its affordable, open-access education and training programs, the College enhances the development of Indianas citizens and communities and strengthens its economy.
2. Please provide a brief history or profile of the organization. (2000 character limit)

In 1963, the Indiana General Assembly established Indiana Vocational Technical College as Indiana's first statewide vocational technical college. In 1968, Ivy Techs Northwest region was established to serve students from Lake, LaPorte, Porter, Pulaski, Jasper, Newton and Starke counties. In 1969, the Ivy Tech Foundation was founded to support faculty, students, and programs of Ivy Tech Community College. In 1994, the College requested and received accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association as a single institution. In 1995, the Indiana General Assembly changed the name of the school to Ivy Tech State College. In 2005, Senate Enrolled Act 296 was passed by the state legislature, and the College's name changed to reflect its role as Indiana's statewide community college system- Ivy Tech Community College. The State Board of Trustees appointed Thomas J. Snyder as the seventh president of Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana in July 2007. Ivy Tech's growth in its relatively short history has been impressive. Statewide, the College had only 3,233 students in the fall of 1968. Today Ivy Tech is comprised of 14 administrative regions with 31 degree-granting locations throughout Indiana that serve nearly 200,000 students per year. Ivy Tech's curriculum includes associate of arts, associate of science and associate of applied science degrees, and technical certificates. Many courses and entire degree programs transfer to four-year institutions, providing further opportunities for graduates. Ivy Tech also offers specialized training services for businesses and industry through its Corporate College, and public continuing education classes.
3. Please provide a list/description of the organizations major achievements and evidence of its impact on the community. (2000 character limit)

Major Achievements; Ivy Tech has: 1. Ivy Tech receivedReceived a $2two million dollar grant from the Foundations of East Chicago for building upgrades to the East Chicago campus 2. Ivy Tech receivedReceived a $25,000 grant from the Michigan Community Enrichment Foundation for library upgrades at the Michigan City campus 3. Ivy Tech and partnersPartnered with organizations in a seven county area on Dare to Dream Stemulus, 7 county an initiative to cultivate, enhance and inspire cultivated enhanced and inspired leadership to become aware of the regional challenges and opportunities under the One

Region/One Vision. The project was inspired by William Masterson, Jr., Ppublisher of the Times Media Company, to encourage communication, cooperation and collaboration across counties. The Knight Foundation funded Ivy Techs Dare to Dream initiative to continue the conversations to appreciate not only our differences but recognize as leaders the opportunities that can potentially benefit our 7 counties. 4. Ivy Tech has experiencedExperiencedServed 16,005 students during the 2011-2012 academic year a 13.3% growth in enrollment. 5. Raised The Chancellors Scholarship Dinner has raised over $560,000 in during the Chancellors Scholarship Dinner for student scholarships. Scholarships are instrumental in enabling about 625 students to graduate annually 6. Ivy Tech has formedFormed partnerships with U.S. Steel Corporation, NIPSCO, Praxair, and ArcelorMittal to provide scholarships that improve educational access for residents and training to ensure students are prepared to meet the demands of industry 7. Ivy Tech launchedLaunched Champions of Innovators with Chambers of Commerce to discover hidden innovators and host monthly celebrations ofes innovators in northwest Indiana 8. Ivy Tech has receivedReceived numerous grants including , the National Science Foundation for new modules and classes for mechatronics developed with the assistance of Purdue Calumet and College of DuPage; a Plus 50 grant from the Association of Community Colleges to recruit and retrain those over 50 for new careers in the health industry; Financial Literacy grant; Scientist for a Day and Health Careers Academy and a Department of Labor TAACCCT STEM Consortium grant under the direction of Anne Arundel Community College for development of the Mechatronics program, an Engineering Technology grant received from Purdue West Lafayette and a Department of Labor grant, G and a Glisten grant for collaboration with various Green local organizations in collaboration with Indiana University Northwest 9. Developed New new modules and classes for mechatronics have been developed 10.9. Ivy Tech has workedWorked to develop a seamless transition process from high school to associates to bachelors programs by signing 550 articulation agreements with four year institutions and dual credit agreements with 300 high schools.
4. 5. Please list the organizations Board of Directors, key staff, and their qualifications (upload). Does the organization have a Non-Discrimination Policy? (y/n)
Comment [LD1]: Grants Office will provide. Comment [LD2]: Grants Office will provide any necessary documentation.

Section 2: Project Request Information

1. Under which program are you applying for support?

Education-scholarship Education Capital and Operating Public, Cultural and Scientific Affairs Safety, Health and Human Services

2. 3.

Are you also applying under the Education Improvement Tax Credit Program? (yes/no) Please provide you project Title

Steel Mill Maintenance Training Initiative

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Request/Support Type:

US Steel Foundation-Capital US Steel Foundation-Operating Educational-Scholarship

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Amount Requested

$150,000
6. Projected Budget

$300,000
7. Please provide a detailed project budget including a description of how the funds will be spent and how the amount was determined. (upload)
Comment [c3]: Could you add information to explain the costs amounts and the overall organizational need of the equipment being requested?

The funds will be spent on training equipment to upgrade our Industrial Technology program for: Electro-mechanical maintenance training cells (2) $146,800 Industrial piping system trainers (4) $56,000 Hydraulic and pneumatic industrial fluid power trainers $20,000 Machining equipment $77,200 Total $300,000
8. Project Start Date

08/01/2013
9. Project End Date

Comment [c4]: Is the $75,000 from Foundations of East Chicago being used to buy portions of this equipment? If Ivy Tech will be committing $75,000 towards this equipment, a cost share account will need to be established. If only the Foundations of East Chicago and U.S. Steel Funds will be going towards the purchase of this equipment, the budget should be reduced to $225,000.

07/31/2014
10. Purpose of grant request in one sentence.

To remain at the forefront of providing education that is relevant and skills that meet the demands of industry, Ivy Tech seeks to update Industrial Technology equipment in direct response to advancements in industry and competencies needed for students to pass industry job entry exams.
11. Project Background (2000 character limit)

Ivy Tech has a history of partnering with industry to enhance the skills of current employees and prepare Ivy Tech Industrial Technology students to meet the changing needs of industry. Currently Ivy Tech is partnering with U.S. Steel in the Maintenance training program to enhance the skills of current employees and the Pre-Learner program to prepare Ivy Tech students interested in the industry. Last year, U.S. Steel donated $50,000 collaborated withto Ivy Tech to donate $50,000 to help purchase one instrumentation trainer. As a result we the College will be able to add an instrumentation class, which will begin in the fall 2013 semester. This fall we Ivy Tech will be able to use the equipment to develop students skills necessary for employment in the application of Process Control learning. It is critical for students to be proficient in the use of Delivery of competencies for our students on updated equipment and instrumentation systems. is critical. This year 140 students are pursuing industrial maintenance training in the Industrial Technology program. We The College endeavors to be at the forefront of providing education that is relevant and skills that meet the demands of industry. These platforms

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deliver the most relevant training in the installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial processes and equipment. The equipment is for the Valparaiso and East Chicago industrial technology programs. Regional employers new employment exams expect applicants to be knowledgeable on the use of new equipment that we Ivy Tech presently does not have. Equipment deficiencies for teaching hands-on applications hinder us the College from meeting industries requirements. Ivy Tech is requesting $150,000 to purchase X. These platforms deliver the most relevant training in the installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial processes and equipment and will be utilized by the Valparaiso and East Chicago industrial technology programs.
12. Funding Support to Date & Anticipated: United States Steel Foundation Trustees require organizations to provide details as to a master plan for your capital or operating request. United States Steel Foundation cannot be the sole funder for your request. Relative to your particular grant request, provide the total $ amount of committed funds [funds in hand] with the names of contributors and $ amount of support. Please list (1) individuals, (2) family and private foundations, (3) local corporations and (4) corporate foundations including, but not limited to Alcoa, Bayer, BNY Mellon, Citizens, Heinz, PPG, PNC, etc. (1) Individuals committed funds: (NONE) (2) Family and private foundations committed funds Amount of Support: $75,000 Name of Contributor: Foundations of East Chicago (3) Local corporations committed funds Amount of Support: $75,000 Name of Contributor: Ivy Tech Unrestricted funds (4) Corporate foundations committed funds

Comment [c6]: Which of the specific budget lines will Ivy Tech be using grant funds to purchase?

Comment [c7]: Just wanted to confirm this $75,000 will be used to purchase equipment from the above list. Comment [c8]: If Ivy Tech is committing $75,000 for the purchase of the equipment stated above, the $75,000 will need to be captured in a cost share fund in Banner and can only be used towards the purchase of equipment stated above.

(NONE)
13. Relative to your particular grant request, provide the total $ amount of anticipated funds with the names of contributors and $ amount of support. Please list (1) individuals, (2) family and private foundations, (3) local corporations and (4) corporate foundations including, but not limited to Alcoa, Bayer, BNY Mellon, Citizens, Heinz, PPG, PNC, etc. (1) Individuals anticipated funds (NONE) (2) Family and Private foundations anticipated funds (NONE) (3) Local corporations anticipated funds (NONE) (4) Corporate foundations anticipated funds Amount of Support: $150,000 Name of Contributor: U.S. Steel Foundation 14. In the past three years, has your organization received support from United States Steel Foundation? (yes/no) If yes, please list the $ amount and years of support

2012: $50,000 2011: $9,000 2010: $49,500 2009: $49,500

15. In the past three years, has your organization received support from United States Steel Corporation? (yes/no) If yes, please list the $ amount and years of support

2012: $1,000 2011: $1,000 2010: $1,000 Section 3: Project Details

What problem does this project address? (2000 character limit)

To provide education that is relevant and skills that meet the changing demands of industry, Ivy Tech Community College must update equipment in direct response to advancements in industry, refinery and manufacturing operations. Transitioning Equippingour the Valparaiso and East Chicago labs with up to date training equipment will ensure the College to meets nationally recognized standards for steel mill industrial maintenance. is required by our the Ivy Tech course curriculum. Ivy Tech does not possess any training equipment that resembles electro-mechanical maintenance training cells or industrial piping system trainers needed to teach and fulfill the learning objectives of the statewide course Pipefitting Basics. Hydraulic and Pneumatic faulted components enhance courses in Machine Maintenance and Installation and Pumps. These equipment deficiencies, validated by our Ivy Techs key industrial partners and identified by the CollegesIvy Techs Central Office training equipment auditorsexperts, hinders us the CollegeIvy Techs in teaching of students in facets of current industrial maintenance practices to meet requirements for industrial maintenance technicians. This equipment will greatly enhance the preparation of students in the US Steels Pre-Learner program. curricula. In addition, capstone projects of problem solving and teamwork can be built around this maintenance equipment initiative. To become a recognized leader in providing fundamental, hands-on applied and technical knowledge and skills in programs that support Indianas citizens and its economy, Ivy Tech has to offer training that is currently sought after and relevant. We The College endeavors to prepare our students for todays jobs in a global society. Funds to purchase the industrial technology equipment Ivy Techs Steel Mill Maintenance Training initiative will enable Ivy Tech to be responsive to current workplace needs and trends. Questions on regional employers new maintenance technician employment exams are derived from competencies taught on the use of new equipment that we the College presently does not have.
How will the project objectives be met (strategies and outcomes)? (2000 character limit)

1. Funding to upgrade equipment for steel mill maintenance training needs provides Ivy Tech students with skills to meet industry needs in facets of current industrial maintenance practices. 2. Providing Maintenance cells applications greatly enhance the training and preparation of students pursuing the US Steel Pre-Learner program curricula as well as other School of Technology students. 3. Electromechanical training platforms upgrade equipment at Valparaiso and East Chicago campuses for will improve delivery of training in troubleshooting skills, installation operations, and maintenance of industrial processes and equipment. 4. Ivy Tech demonstrates responsiveness to workplace needs and trends by adding new upgraded training equipment that increases relevance and value to industrial and manufacturing employers. 5. Using the new maintenance equipment, students learn competencies necessary to pass the industrial, electrical and mechanical principles on maintenance technician exams.

6. The industrial piping system trainers enable Ivy Tech to provide the statewide Pipefitting Basics course and meet curriculum requirements. 7. Students learn electromechanical maintenance skills to increase their success in the US Steels PreLearner curriculaprogram. 8. Upgrading equipment addresses curriculum changes and training requirements for the industrial technology program. 9. Ivy Tech courses in Machine Maintenance are enhanced with hydraulic and pneumatic faulted components.
Please describe the use of staff (including volunteers) and their qualifications. (2000 character limit)

Staff involved in the project include: Abdalla Hl Hazaimeh, Aco Sikoski, Tom Box, Mike Jones, Mike Worosz, and Forrest Thon. Abdalla H. Hazaimeh is the dean for the Ivy Tech School of Technology and School of Applied Sciences and Pre-Engineering at Ivy Tech-Northwest. , ; Aco Sikoski, vVice Cchancellor at the Valparaiso campus, is and was the former dean of the School of Technology and has assisted with identifying grant writer for many of the equipment enhancements. ; Tom Box, Industrial Technology program chair, will be responsible for inspecting and overseeing the installation of the equipment. He will implement the Curriculum of Record objectives supported by the new training equipment, schedule classes, and recruit and, hire instructors. He holds an associates degree in Electronics Technology and a bachelors in Technology Management. He has served at the Magnetech Industry as an instructor and has provided multi-craft training through Ivy Techs Corporate College. He is a retired Naval officer and specialized in electronics systems installation and repair. He has trained technicians and investigated combat systems mishaps for the Naval Safety Center. Mike Jones, Energy Technology program chair, has a masters degree in Electrical Engineering and was an engineer at NIPSCO until retirement. Jones will integrate the use of the Instrumentation equipment that enhances application of hands-on training. Mike Worosz, assistant vice chancellor of academic affairs, will be responsible for making partnering industries aware of the additional training equipment available that enhances and upgrades instruction. Worosz holds an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science, a bachelors in Management, and a masters in Human Resource Development. Forrest Thon, executive director of the Corporate College, will work with industry representatives on customized training for their workforces. Thon has extensive experience working with industries, collaborating on grants and supervising staff effectively for customized training.
Please provide the project implementation timeline and key milestones (2000 character limit)

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August 1, 2013: Notify staff as soon as the grant award is received and order the equipment. October 31, 2013: Equipment is delivered to proper classrooms, installed and ready for use. October 31, 2013 Instructors are in-servicedtrained on the use of on new equipment. December, 2013 The Pipefitting Basics course is developed for Ivy Tech students curriculum requirements January 13, 2014 and ongoing: Classes begin using the upgraded industry equipment within the Industrial Technology programs. The Key milestones include:

*New steel mill maintenance training equipment upgrades the Industrial Technology program and meets industry needs * Industrial technology Technology staff is in-servicedtrained on integration of new equipment within the industrial technology classes to meet curriculum standards *Students begin using the new equipment that provides for hands-on training to upgrade their skills with new technology and improve their pass rates on industry job entry exams. *Industry partners are notified of Ivy Techs enhanced curriculum to support their training needs *A new Industrial Technology instrumentation class and Pipefitting Basics course is developed
Please provide the organizations or programs website

www.ivytech.edu
Please describe how the project fits within the guidelines of United States Steel Foundation. (2000 character limit)

The U.S. Steel Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations whose programs operate within the United States, primarily in the major domestic employing locations of U.S. Steel. Ivy Techs Northwest region offers classes in four locations in northwest Indiana, : Gary, East Chicago, Michigan City and Valparaiso. The College offers strong education programs that lead to technical certificates as well as associates degrees in fields related to the work of U .S. Steel, including pre-engineering, industrial technology, process control automation and advanced manufacturing as well asin addition to customized training at the request of industry partners. Support from U.S. Steel will provide Ivy Tech with the maintenance training equipment needed for hands-on training in all aspects of industrial technology and develop students competency in installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial processes and equipment.

Section 4: Additional Project Details

Do any U. S. Steel employees serve on your board?

No
Do any U. S. Steel employees volunteer with your organization? Yes Any Additional Involvement information (How many events, what type of events) (2000 character limit)

Ivy Tech collaborates frequently with Jason Rodriguez, staff Staff Supervisor Technical Training; Mike Beeler, Training and Conference Center; Kathleen M. Grommet, Department Manager Employee Services, ; and Debra Briney, Department Manager Training Gary Works. U.S. Steel has been involved in over 24 events at Ivy Techs Northwest region, including:. Some are listed below: *The College worked with U.S. Steel to jointly develop the Ivy Tech Pre-Learner program. If someone has not attended Ivy Tech but works at U.S. Steel, Ivy Tech has articulated U.S. Steels electrical and mechanical learner training program into Ivy Tech credits leading to an associate degree in Industrial Technology. *Representatives from U.S. Steel discuss the future of steel and potential job oppo rtunities for Careers in Steel at community events at Ivy Tech and with the Corporate College

*Ivy Tech meets on a monthly basis with Debra Briney and Al Spajer about expanding training opportunities. *Ivy Tech has worked with U.S. Steel on doing third party assessments in their maintenance program *U.S. Steel staff has assisted Ivy Tech grant writers with language for grants in Process Control Automation, Mechatronics and other manufacturing focused grants *Sponsorship and attendance at Ivy Techs Chancellors Scholarship Dinner on a yearly basis *Ivy Tech provides customized training for U.S .Steels current maintenance employees in HVAC . Over the years, Ivy Tech has trained approximately 50 people in 10 sections of the 160 hour sessions. *Over the years, Ivy Tech has trained approximately 50 people in 10 sections of the 160 hour sessions. *Ivy Tech is developing a partnership for U.S. Steel to utilize Ivy Techs welding lab for U .S. Steels training. The College will provide lab assistance, including an assistant teacher. Debra Briney is the U.S. Steel contact for this project. *Through the Colleges prior learning assessment process, participants in US Steels learner program can receive credit for Ivy Tech courses leading to an associate degree in Industrial Technology.

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Section 5: Documentation
Total annual organizational operating budget Operating Budget File (upload) Please provide the organization's IRS 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(1),(2),(3) tax designation (upload) Please provide the organization's 990 or 990-PF federal tax return (upload) Please provide the organization's current audited financial statement (upload) Please provide a signed statement of approval by the corporate relations or development officer if your current request originates in a department or subdivision of your organization. (upload) Please provide $ operation budget vs. $ administrative cost. What is the percentage of administrative cost relative to the budget? If known, please provide the organization's rating on Charity Navigator and Guidestar.
Comment [LD17]: Grants Office will provide. Comment [LD11]: Grants Office will provide Comment [LD12]: Grants Office will provide. Comment [LD13]: Grants Office will provide Comment [LD14]: Grants Office will provide Comment [LD15]: Grants Office will provide

Comment [LD16]: Grants Office will obtain from President Snyder

Section 6: Demographics
Gender Served: All Male 40% Female 60% Total 100% Ethnicity Served: All 100% African American Hispanic Minorities in general Native American Pacific Asian and Asian Indian/Middle Eastern

Total

100%

Age Served: All ages Children under 18 Adults 18 and over Total

15% 85% 100%

Section 7: Implementation and Evaluation

If previously funded by United States Steel Foundation please provide a brief report on the results of the grant (i.e., amount of funding, what was accomplished, challenges encountered, and corrective actions taken). (2000 character limit)

In 2012, Ivy Tech received $50,000 to help purchase an instrumentation trainer critical to developing students skills necessary for employment in the application of Process Control learning systems. Leadership staffing changes resulted in the delay of ordering the equipment. The new Dean of Ivy Techs School of Technology and School of Applied Sciences and Pre-Engineering has now had the chance to review and evaluate the program needs. The instrumentation trainer equipment has been ordered and the funds are now encumbered. Upon receipt of the instrumentation trainer, the College will be able to expand the experiential segment of the Industrial Maintenance curriculum and provide training in Industrial Instrumentation including: Flow, Process Control Learning, Thermal Process Control Learning and Analytical Process Control Learning systems. This upgrade of equipment will allow Ivy Tech to add a class in the Industrial Maintenance program for Industrial Instrumentation and provide skill enhancements for students to meet training requirements of Industries employers in manufacturing and gain additional knowledge to pass entry tests for employment.
Please provide us with additional information that you deem vital to our review of your grant application. (upload) Please describe the project deliverables and outcomes (2000 character limit)

1. The electro-mechanical trainers and industrial piping system trainers will enable Ivy Tech to offer classes in instrumentation and Pipefitting Basics that could not otherwise be offered without this equipment. 2. Instrumentation training will provide students in the Industrial Technology program with skills and competencies for instrumentation applications necessary for a wide range of employment opportunities. 3. Continuity of training from classroom to shop floor provides real life learning opportunities. 4. The electro-mechanical maintenance training cells greatly enhance the training and preparation of students pursuing the US Steel Pre-Learner curricula program and essentially any School of Technology student. 5. The maintenance trainers support Ivy Techs commitment to continuo us improvement and maintaining current and technically relevant education. 6. This equipment helps address and support the content of the Industrial Technology courses and programs with global competitiveness for Indianas workforce and businesses and advanc es the States economic development and overarching goals.

Comment [c18]: Will the instrumentation training still be affected by the new equipment?

7. To become a recognized leader in providing fundamental, applied, and technical knowledge and skills in programs that support Indianas citizens and its economy, Ivy Tech offers the training that is currently sought after and currently relevant to prepare our students for todays jobs. 8. Ivy Tech demonstrates their awareness and responsiveness to workplace needs and trends. 9. Approximately, 40% of questions on regional employers new maintenance techn ician employment exams are derived from the competencies taught. This illustrates Tthe versatility and utility of this type of upgraded training system equipment. is underscored when you consider that 40% of the questions on regional employers new maintenance technician employment exams are derived from the competencies taught. 10. Students participating in the instrumentation class and using the implementation of trainers within other Industrial Technology classes will be better prepared to pass employment tests such as the Ramsey test that has an instrumentation component.
Explain the assessment strategies that will be used to define and measure the programs success (2000 character limit)

Comment [c19]: Is this still relevant to the new equipment that will be purchased?

The instructional use of the hands-on instrumentation trainers will prepare students to gain the necessary knowledge for entrance requirements for jobs in the industry maintenance departments. We anticipate students scores on the Ramsey and other Industry maintenance technician pre-employment tests will increase as a result of students use of the maintenance trainers and enrollment in the instrumentation course. This will be demonstrated through responses to surveys, contact between faculty and students, and feedback from employers. End of unit tests allow instructors to monitor students knowledge of skills so instructors can go over areas of concern while students are still in the course. A survey of Industrial Technology instructors will provide data on how the new maintenance trainer equipment contributes to students increase in instrumentation knowledge as a result of handson training that is required for current day industrial maintenance technicians. We will request feedback from faculty, students and employers to determine whether the program has been successful in increasing employment placement. The teaching staff will be asked to report on capstone projects such as problem solving and teamwork built around the enhanced maintenance equipment concept.
Please describe the involvement of stakeholders (e.g. Board, Target Population, Community Members) (2000 character limit)

Comment [c20]: Are these what will be purchased with the new funds?

The Colleges Board of Trustees is diverse in their makeup and professional backgrounds. The Board meets every two months to address needs and opportunities for Ivy Tech students. The Industrial Technology Advisory team at Ivy Tech- Northwest serves as a liaison between the community and CollegeIvy Tech. The team helps align education to meet business and industry needs. Their recommendations and labor projections indicate an increasing demand for instrument technicians and the need to develop Ivy Techs instrumentation training capacity. The advisory team includes industry representatives from: Arcelor Mittal, U.S. Steel, UGN (Sound Solutions for the Automotive Industry), Porter County Career Center, Midwest Service Center, Praxair, Lincoln Electric, International Brotherhood of Boilermakers et al; BP, Kone Cranes; A & A Mfg at GORTRAC; Crown ERAM; Atlas Tube at JNC Steel Group and Industrial Technology staff representatives from East Chicago, Gary and Valparaiso. The target population served by Ivy Tech are residents of northwest Indiana, and represents: Jasper, Lake, LaPorte, Newton, Porter, Pulaski and Starke counties: Ddisplaced workers, those presently

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employed in industries but seeking retraining and possible change of job through additional education and certifications;, and residents entering the workforce for the first time. Ivy Tech is Indianas most affordable higher education provider. This year celebrates the 50 th anniversary of the founding of the College. Ivy Tech is Indianas largest post-secondary institution and the nations largest state-wide community college with a single accreditation. AboutApproximately, sixty percent of our thestudents are first-generation college students whose lives can be changed for a better future. The College has over 550 transfer agreements with four year colleges in Indiana including Indiana University, Indiana State University, IUPUI, and Purdue University. Ivy Tech provides dual credit programs with high schools, enabling students to graduate with credits transferring to programs at Ivy Tech for earlier college graduation. The College offers a 24 credit hour dual credit program for high school students who wish to develop skills necessary for job entry in the manufacturing and industrial environment. Classes are offered on Ivy Techs East Chicago campus and Whiting High School.