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Walmart Expands Investment in CodePath to Create Pathways to Tech Careers for Underrepresented Students

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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This marks Walmart's second investment due to CodePath's ability to offer college computer science students a complete path to success in the tech industry.

Key Points: 
  • This marks Walmart's second investment due to CodePath's ability to offer college computer science students a complete path to success in the tech industry.
  • "We are thrilled to continue to work with Walmart and the 1890 Foundation to expand our curriculum to more college communities, and create career opportunities for underrepresented students to pursue and flourish in tech post graduation."
  • CodePath transforms computer science education for underrepresented minorities and students from low income backgrounds at over 300 colleges and universities.
  • By working closely with partners like Andreessen Horowitz, Cognizant, Comcast, Facebook, Walmart, and Workday, CodePath is systematically changing CS programs to increase diversity in tech.