Madison College's Electronic & Electrical Engineering Technology programs received a significant boost with a $4.6 million federal grant from the National Science Foundation's Advanced Technology Education (NSF ATE) initiative. This funding, part of the Educational Alliance for Semiconductor Experiential Learning (EASEL), will establish a state-of-the-art training center focused on advanced electronic manufacturing technologies, including semiconductor fabrication and quantum photonics.
The initiative will provide students with apprenticeship and scholarship opportunities, with a special focus on underrepresented populations. Faculty will also receive professional development in integrated circuit manufacturing. A key feature of the program is a summer internship in New York, where students will gain hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing. Additionally, 120 scholarships will be awarded at Madison College, further enhancing opportunities in the high-tech sector.
Led by faculty members Dr. Alberto Rodriguez and Grant Emmel, the initiative aims to expand workforce offerings and catalyze regional economic development. The effort aligns with the U.S. government's investment in the semiconductor industry under the 2022 CHIPS & Science Act.
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