ATE is Advanced Technological Education. With an emphasis on two-year colleges, the National Science Foundation's ATE program focuses on the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that drive our nation's economy.

Battery Electric Vehicle Summer Institute

Conference

July 21 Dayton, OH

Faculty will apply to participate through an online registration page on the project website. To participate, faculty members must provide a letter of support from their home institutions certifying support of their participation and must:

  • Teach at an ASE Education Accredited postsecondary institution
  • Hold an ASE certification in an area affected by electric vehicle technology
  • Have at least two years of experience teaching automotive technology
  • Agree to integrate new concepts related to electric vehicles into their curricula as a result of attending the professional development activities
  • Agree to report student demographics and outcomes data regarding the effects of secondary school outreach activities and the use of new materials for project reports
  • Agree to participate in assessments of the project and focus groups conducted by the external evaluator to inform continuous improvements
  • Attend Monday evening dinner and all three days of institute

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HI-TEC 2025

Conference

July 21 Minneapolis, MN

Supported by the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) program, HI-TEC is a national conference on advanced technological education where secondary and postsecondary educators, counselors, industry professionals, trade organizations, and technicians can update their knowledge and skills. Charged with preparing America’s skilled technical workforce, the event focuses on the preparation needed by the existing and future workforce for companies in the high-tech sectors that drive our nation’s economy.


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Micro Nanotechnology Health and Safety Workshop 2025

Workshop

July 21 Pasadena, CA

This summer MNT-EC is again offering a two-day workshop in partnership with the University of Minnesota – Environmental Health Sciences Division. 8:30am to 4:30pm Central Time. Topics currently planned for each day:

  1. Occupational Hygiene Principles Applied to MNT
  2. Measurement of Airborne and Colloidal MNT Particles
  3. Preventing Exposures to MNT Particles
  4. Practical Applications of MNT Health and Safety Principles

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Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Educators

Workshop

July 21 Tucson, AZ

This workshop empowers university, community college, and high school faculty, staff, counselors, and academic advisors with the knowledge and tools to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices and curriculum development. Participants will explore practical applications of AI, including lesson planning, designing engaging and interactive content, creating dynamic assessments, and customizing individualized student learning experiences. Additionally, the workshop will highlight how to enable students to use AI in ethical and productive ways across various disciplines.

Through hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and real-world examples, faculty will gain a deeper understanding of AI’s transformative role in education. They will also explore new forms of student engagement, ensuring responsible AI use in both teaching and learning environments. This workshop prepares educators to harness AI to enhance classroom instruction, streamline administrative tasks, and equip students with the skills needed to navigate an AI-driven future.


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BioMADE Webinar Series - Secure Innovation: Security from the Start to Safeguard our Future

Webinar

July 23 Online

Join the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) on July 23, 2025, at 1:00pm CT / 11:00 am PT to learn about their work with partners across the U.S. Government and the private sector to provide expertise and guidance on a range of topics related to counterintelligence and security, including insider threats, investment security, cyber threats, supply chain risks, and foreign threats.

Members can register for this upcoming webinar.


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2025 AHEAD Virtual Conference

Conference

July 23 Online

The three-day Virtual Conference will feature 30 different concurrent sessions, selected from the Denver conference, as well as multiple opportunities to network with other disability professionals from around the country through roundtable discussions on various topics. 


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Mass Timber Webinar Series – Waterfront Transformation: Michigan’s First Mass Timber Condos at Muske

Webinar

July 24 Online

This webinar series, co-produced by MiGBC + MassTimber@MSU, will showcase four key projects across Michigan. It’ll explore the origins of each project, their successes and challenges, and how the project teams have continued to advance mass timber initiatives. Each building is unique in its approach and material usage. The series will cover four distinct building types: higher education, K-12, state-owned facilities, and condominiums. This series will be moderated by Sandra Lupien, Director, MassTimber@MSU.

The fourth webinar in this new mass timber series is on July 24. This time, it’ll focus on Michigan’s first mass timber condos at Muskegon’s Adelaide Pointe. Learn about the vision behind Adelaide Pointe and dive into the unique architectural approach of the project, featuring exposed mass timber (CLT floors, walls, and roofs, and glulam beams and columns) integrated with expansive floor-to-ceiling glass windows.


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ISACA CISM: Certified Information Security Manager Workshop

Workshop

July 28 Online

Elevate your career in IT security management with ISACA’s Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification. This globally recognized credential demonstrates your expertise in information security governance, program development and management, incident response, and risk management. Designed for mid-career IT professionals aspiring to senior management roles, CISM provides the visibility and credibility needed to lead in the field of IT security. CISM validates your ability to align an organization’s information security program with its strategic objectives, build trust with stakeholders, and enhance your team’s commitment to compliance and security. Whether you’re looking to advance in your career or strengthen your organization’s security posture, this workshop is your key to success. 

Workshop Highlights

• Comprehensive preparation for the globally recognized CISM certification.
• Training in key areas: governance, program development, incident management, and risk management.
• Learn strategies to align IT security programs with organizational goals.
• Build credibility with internal and external stakeholders, peers, and regulators.
• Enhance your team’s security and compliance practices for improved customer trust and retention.


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FAA Drone & AAM Symposium

Summit

July 29 Washington, DC

From evolving regulations to groundbreaking innovations, the Drone and AAM Policy Symposium is your opportunity to engage with the key players shaping the future of the national airspace. Hear directly from key government agencies and industry experts about the latest policies, regulations, and operational frameworks shaping the industry.

As drone and AAM technologies continue to advance, collaboration is key to unlocking their full potential. This year’s Symposium will bring together leaders from federal, state, and local governments, OEMs, technology providers, and industry stakeholders to explore the opportunities and challenges ahead.


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2025 STEM Educator Solar + Storage Institute at Madison College

Workshop

July 29 Madison, WI

The goal of the STEM Educator Institutes is to provide STEM Educators with renewable energy lessons, classroom equipment, and a unique hands-on learning experience to take back to their students. This workshop has a specific focus on solar plus storage.  The events are funded by the CREATE Energy NSF ATE National Center. Any STEM educator of middle school through college is invited to apply.

The Solar + Storage Institute Includes:

  • Hotel Accommodations for two nights in downtown Madison
  • Breakfast and lunch provided each day
  • $600 Stipend paid to each participant upon completion of the institute
  • Equipment awards valued at up to $1200 available to each participant funded by the CREATE Energy NSF ATE National Center

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National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing Community of Practice

Webinar

August 1 Online

Join the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing for this highly anticipated Community of Practice event on August 1st at 1 pm EST. This virtual gathering presents an excellent opportunity for professionals, educators, and enthusiasts in the manufacturing field to come together and collaborate on innovative ideas and practices that shape the future of our industry.

During the event, delve into our current initiatives and are excited to share details about our upcoming NCNGM Summit scheduled for October. This Summit promises to be a pivotal event, featuring keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities that will allow participants to engage deeply with the latest trends and challenges in the sector.

Register for the Community of Practice and prepare to engage in productive conversations that will help shape the future of manufacturing!


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Black Hat USA

Conference

August 2 Las Vegas, NV

Black Hat USA returns to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas with a 6-day program. The event will open with four days of specialized cybersecurity Trainings (August 2-5), with courses for all skill levels. Also taking place during Black Hat USA is Summit Day on Tuesday, August 5, followed by the two-day main conference on August 6 & 7 featuring more than 100 selected Briefings, dozens of open-source tool demos in Arsenal, a robust Business Hall, networking and social events, and much more.


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Antibody Engineering Hackathon August 2025

Student Event

August 4 Online

The Fourth Virtual Hackathon for Developing CURES in Antibody Engineering will be held August 4-7th, 2025. 
Applications will be accepted until July 7th.

There will be a pre-hackathon orientation Monday, July 14th, at 10 am PST on Zoom.

A hackathon is an event that takes place during a short period of time where participants work in teams to create things. The goal is to create research projects for college students. Teams create instructions, background information, data sets, lists of supplies and materials, and the assessments so that faculty can implement the projects with their students. 


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ATE Projects and Centers





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Advanced Manufacturing Technologies topics include:

  • Additive manufacturing
  • Automotive manufacturing
  • General manufacturing
Ag/Env

Agricultural and Environmental Technologies topics include:

  • Agriculture and aquaculture
  • Environmental technologies
  • Natural resources
  • Nuclear power
  • Solar energy
  • Wind power
Bio/Chem

Bio and Chemical Technologies topics include:

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical and process technologies
Eng

Engineering Technologies topics include:

  • Electronics and controls
  • General engineering
  • Marine technologies
  • Materials technologies
  • Optics
  • Space technologies
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General Advanced Technological Education topics include:

  • Evaluation
  • Learning research
  • Recruitment
  • Teacher preparation
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Information and Security Technologies topics include:

  • Geospatial technologies
  • Information and communications technologies
  • Logistics
  • Security, information assurance, and forensics
Nano

Micro and Nanotechnologies topics include:

  • MEMS
  • Microsystems
  • Semiconductors
 

This video from the Internet Scout Research Group is part of a series that highlights student success stories related to advanced technological education (ATE) programs. In this video, Emily Mackzum discusses her experiences with Northwest Arkansas Community College's Integrated Design program and how it prepared her for working in fabrication. Mackzum discusses her career path and her current position as a lead fabricator for a company that repurposes old bike frames. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.

The video runs 4:45 minutes in length.


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This experiment, presented by the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure, covers Shape Memory Alloys or Smart Materials. A Smart Material or Shape Memory Alloys belongs to a class of materials which displays the shape memory effect (SME); they possess the ability to radically change crystal structure or phase at a distinct temperature. The lab will "explore how smart materials work and what applications these materials are used in." Additionally, students will be provided with a brief history lesson about the origins of smart material. The experiment is quite fun, students will observe how smart materials can "think and do amazing things." A student and teacher guide is provided with the lab. 


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This issue of J ATE, published by Portland Community College, focuses on the theme of professional engagement. J ATE is a peer-reviewed technical journal focused on community college faculty and staff who work with technician education. This journal is cross-disciplinary and encompasses all technologies under the National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program. Some of these technologies include: Micro Nano, Biotechnology, Autonomous Technology, Cyber Security, Advanced Manufacturing, Earth Sciences, Agriculture Technology, Energy, and Welding. Some topics that cross cut across all disciplines of technician education are also covered. Those topics include: Evaluation, Mentoring, Undergraduate Research, and Applied Technician Research.

This 108-page issue of J ATE includes 11 full articles and five guest letters written by ATE professionals. Listed below is each article and corresponding DOI number in parentheses.

  • Building a Well-Equipped Skilled...

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In this activity, provided by Digital World Biology, students use free, online biotechnology resources to investigate how well different commercial antibodies might work against SARS-CoV-2 variants. Students will first use NextStrain.org to locate and detect the spike proteins of emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants. Next, they will "use iCn3D and BLAST to align the sequence of the variant spike protein to a sequence of a spike protein that is bound to a commercial antibody." After identifying mutations in the antibody binding site, students will then compare "chemical bonds that would be formed between the original amino acid and the antibody with the predicted bonds that could be formed by the variant amino acid and predict whether their antibody will be effective against their variant."

Included is a 3-page instructor guide detailing each step of the activity, a 2-page student instructional sheet, activity materials, such as data spreadsheets, and an informational video on using...


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This 172-page resource was developed as a reference guide for the IT Skill Standards 2020 and Beyond project grant, explaining in step-by-step detail how to collaborate with employers to develop future-facing technical skill standards and then use that work to align curriculum to workforce needs. This guide also provides a hard copy of the final version "products" the grant created (KSA+Ts - knowledge, skills, abilities, and tasks, key performance indicators, employability skills, student learning outcomes, and degree expectations).

A companion report on the impacts and outcomes of the ITSS project is available to view separately.


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Active ATE Centers 19
Active ATE Projects 279
ATE Resources 6,907
   
New Projects/Centers 64
New Resources 206

ATE Resources by Subject Area

ATE Events by Subject Area

 
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New Research: Students Missing Out on Federal Grants

 


According to a recent publication by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), only 64.5% of eligible students at public community colleges - excluding those with a prior bachelor's degree and foreign learners - applied for federal aid during the 2019-2020 academic year. More than 25% of non-applicants would have likely received some level of a Pell grant based on Expected Family Contribution.

In AACC's analysis of the 2019-2020 data, full-time learners were more likely to apply for federal financial aid than part-time students. Those pursuing an associate degree applied for support more often than those not enrolled in degree-seeking programs. Additional, students who were unemployed or worked part-time were more likely to apply for federal financial aid than those with full-time jobs.

Read the publication by AACC here.


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New Issue: Community College Journal


The June/July issue of the American Association of Community Colleges’ (AACC) Community College Journal is now available online and in print through subscription. A featured publication by AACC, this journal provides contemporary information, insights, strategies, and connections for those in academia, industry, government, and workforce development.

The latest issue highlights:

  • The impact of leadership within the community college setting and how to foster its development
  • Data availability and how states can strengthen information systems
  • Strategies to achieve a sustainable work-life balance as a leader
  • The importance of succession planning and pathways within community colleges
  • Artificial intelligence as a tool for reflection and supporting leadership
  • An exemplar on connecting students through an innovative, digital campus portal

AACC's June/July publication of the Community College Journal can be accessed online here, and archived issues can be viewed in AACC’s library.


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Upcoming Event: Microsoft AI-900 Train-the-Trainer Bootcamp


In a collaborative effort, Microsoft and the National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC) will be offering a free two-day "AI-900 Train-the-Trainer" bootcamp on July 11 and July 18, 2025. This event will assist community college educators in teaching Microsoft Azure AI Fundamental to students. The bootcamp will provide attendees with live interactive instruction lead by a certified trainer, tools to assist in preparation for the AI-900 certification, and access to coursework, learning resources, materials for hands-on experiences, and peer support. 

Applications are due July 7, 2025. Training will occur July 11 and July 18, 2025 from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT. Faculty and educators from U.S.-accredited community colleges are encouraged to apply here.


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NAAIC's 2025-2026 Mentorship Program: Now Accepting Applications


The National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC) is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 mentorship program. Selected community colleges will receive guidance in creating, implementing, and maintaining an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused associate degree, with support from faculty, NAAIC, industry, and business partnerships. Additional features of the mentorship program include travel funds to attend NAAIC's yearly AI Summit, access to resource repositories and professional development opportunities, and support for curriculum genesis and execution.

The deadline for submission is August 1, 2025.

Learn more about eligibility and apply here on NAAIC's website.


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