World Education Services

Open Institute of Technology (OPIT) Expands Curricula and Enrollment to the United States

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

That so-called mismatch, accelerated by the advent of AI, is generated by too much theory and too little practical approach.

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  • That so-called mismatch, accelerated by the advent of AI, is generated by too much theory and too little practical approach.
  • OPIT’s student-centric approach is complemented by a robust support system, including dedicated tutors available 7/7, class coordinators, and career services.
  • Professors from around the world bring real-world experience as technology leaders from Fortune 500 companies and esteemed academia alike.
  • OPIT currently offers the following Bachelor's and Master's degrees, with plans to expand beginning in September 2024.

World Education Services Appoints Three New Board Members

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) has appointed Fanta Aw, PhD, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, PhD, and Ajay Patel to its Board of Trustees, effective January 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) has appointed Fanta Aw, PhD, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, PhD, and Ajay Patel to its Board of Trustees, effective January 2024.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Fanta, Tomas, and Ajay to our Board.
  • As highly respected leaders, each brings a wealth of experience, perspectives, and unwavering commitment to the multi-faceted and dynamic work of WES,” said Audrey Hendley, chair of the WES Board of Trustees.
  • “Fanta’s expansive experience in the field of international education and higher education administration, Tomas’s expertise in innovative data-driven solutions, and Ajay’s visionary leadership in Canadian post-secondary education will undoubtedly elevate our organization to new heights.

Techstars, Strada Education Foundation, and World Education Services Announce Partnership to Relaunch the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Techstars , the most active pre-seed investor in the world, today announced that it is relaunching the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator .

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  • Techstars , the most active pre-seed investor in the world, today announced that it is relaunching the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator .
  • Techstars Workforce Development will invest in mission-driven startups that maximize human potential through work, education, and economic mobility solutions.
  • Startups interested in the program are encouraged to visit Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator to learn more.
  • “Strada and WES’ mission-driven approach to career development paired with Techstars programming, capital, and connections will attract exceptional founders working to positively shape the future of work.”

ECO Canada Hosts Third Annual Environmental Virtual Career Fair

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

In addition to the English event, ECO Canada hosted its first French Virtual Career Fair tailored to the Quebec environmental workforce on September 6th.

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  • In addition to the English event, ECO Canada hosted its first French Virtual Career Fair tailored to the Quebec environmental workforce on September 6th.
  • The interactive career fair platform recreates the look and feel of a face-to-face career fair.
  • This year’s Virtual Career Fairs had the largest participation ECO Canada has ever seen.
  • “Our virtual career fairs align with our mission to support the growth of a diverse and skilled environmental workforce,” says ECO Canada President and CEO Kevin Nilsen.

World Education Services Announces 14 U.S. Communities Selected to Join Its Skilled Immigrant Integration Program

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) today announced the 14 communities selected to join the sixth cohort of its Skilled Immigrant Integration Program (SIIP).

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) today announced the 14 communities selected to join the sixth cohort of its Skilled Immigrant Integration Program (SIIP).
  • These sites represent both new communities and SIIP alumni that are committed to advancing the workforce inclusion of immigrants and refugees across the United States.
  • “This newest cohort of participants in the Skilled Immigrant Integration Program is part of a nationwide effort to deepen the reach of immigrant and refugee workforce inclusion efforts in communities,” said Katherine Gebremedhin, Director of State and Local Initiatives, Global Talent Bridge at WES.
  • To be selected for SIIP, communities must be part of a local, regional, or state network of stakeholders that includes immigrant- and refugee-led organizations and communities of color.

Apis & Heritage Releases First Annual Impact Report Highlighting Use of Employee Ownership Model to Close the Racial Wealth Gap

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

The report details the social impact of Legacy Fund I during 2022, with an emphasis on the welfare of workers at the firm’s portfolio companies.

Key Points: 
  • The report details the social impact of Legacy Fund I during 2022, with an emphasis on the welfare of workers at the firm’s portfolio companies.
  • It also outlines key progress toward the firm’s mission of utilizing employee ownership as an investment tool to close the racial wealth gap, increase the economic mobility of frontline workers, and improve business returns.
  • These roadmaps will guide each company’s employee engagement and education work and establish frameworks for assessing employee ownership practices, job quality, and employee health/well-being.
  • “Our employee ownership model helps business owners secure their legacy and offers employees a no-cost personal and financial stake in the value that they are already creating.

World Education Services Invests in Qualification Check to Enhance its Verification Process

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Monday, August 21, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) today announced that it has invested in Qualification Check, a global academic and professional verification company.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) today announced that it has invested in Qualification Check, a global academic and professional verification company.
  • “Qualification Check is a trusted leader in verification, using leading technology and innovative processes to provide verification services that are effective, efficient, and customer-focused,” said Esther T. Benjamin, CEO and Executive Director of WES.
  • “World Education Services is an organization we have admired for many years.
  • They are a highly valued and driven organization that fits well with us,” said Ed Hall, CEO of Qualification Check.

World Education Services Appoints New Board Member in Canada

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) has appointed John Paolo Varias to its Board of Trustees.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Education Services (WES) has appointed John Paolo Varias to its Board of Trustees.
  • Paolo is a registered nurse who is currently serving as Associate Director of Clinical and Support Services for Niagara Region in Southern Ontario.
  • “Paolo is a wonderful addition to the WES Board.
  • He brings a passionate and personal perspective to the recognition of education and skills in new places,” said Audrey Hendley, chair of the WES Board of Trustees.

Three Organizations Selected for World Education Services’ SIIP Demonstration Opportunity to Promote Equitable Teaching Pathways

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Friday, July 21, 2023

This iteration of the opportunity will focus on developing innovative practices that create pathways to teaching for internationally trained immigrants and refugees.

Key Points: 
  • This iteration of the opportunity will focus on developing innovative practices that create pathways to teaching for internationally trained immigrants and refugees.
  • The selected participants for the Promoting Equitable Teaching Pathways cohort are Asian Community & Cultural Center in Lincoln, Nebraska; the Mayor’s Office of Resilience and Equity, Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Richard J. Daley College in Chicago, Illinois.
  • The SIIP Demonstration Opportunity was launched in 2022 to offer advanced technical assistance, program development, and financial support to partner organizations in the SIIP network which includes 40 communities across the U.S.
  • “Through this year’s cohort of the SIIP Demonstration Opportunity, WES is reinforcing our support of workforce inclusion strategies by focusing on this area of need.

Refugee Hiring Event Convenes Greater Moncton Companies Looking to Employ Refugee Talent

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Monday, June 19, 2023

MONCTON, New Brunswick, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 20, the City of Moncton will host the Greater Moncton Refugee Hiring Event.

Key Points: 
  • MONCTON, New Brunswick, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 20, the City of Moncton will host the Greater Moncton Refugee Hiring Event.
  • The Greater Moncton Refugee Hiring Event is being held in partnership with Jumpstart Refugee Talent, WorkingNB, and World Education Services (WES).
  • The Greater Moncton Refugee Hiring Event will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 20, at the Hyatt Moncton Downtown Hotel.
  • Members of the press are welcome to attend the Greater Moncton Refugee Hiring Event.