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Grand Opening of UAM Adult Education Center in Pine Bluff
The University of Arkansas at Monticello Adult Education program is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new UAM Adult Education Center in Pine Bluff. The event will take place at 3000 S. Olive St. and is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday. This grand opening is free and open to the public, and attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary refreshments and have a chance to win door prizes.
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Welcome Speeches
The grand opening will commence with a ribbon-cutting ceremony organized by the Pine Bluff Chamber of Commerce. Bob Ware, vice chancellor of the University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-McGehee, and Trenia Miles, director of the Arkansas Adult Education Section for Arkansas Workforce Connections, will deliver brief welcome speeches before the ribbon-cutting.
Exploring the New Center and Interactive Stations
During this come-and-go event, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the new UAM Adult Education Center. They can also enroll in Adult Education programs and interact with various stations, including the Workforce Mobile and a simulation trailer presented by David Carter, instructor of heavy equipment at UAM.
Empowering Individuals for Personal and Professional Growth
Dorissa Kaufman, director of adult education at UAM, emphasized the importance of adult education programs in helping individuals thrive personally and professionally. By providing education and training, these programs contribute to the development of a strong and skilled workforce that will benefit communities for years to come. Kaufman encourages anyone interested in expanding their education or training to contact one of their centers for more information.
UAM Adult Education Program and Sustainable Development Goals
The UAM Adult Education program is a grant program that aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Its mission is to provide adult learners with the tools to improve and refine their academic skills and attain the General Educational Development Credential. Additionally, the program focuses on equipping individuals with life skills that promote self-sufficiency and an improved quality of life. By addressing the SDGs, UAM’s program contributes to the following goals:
- Goal 4: Quality Education – By offering adult basic education, GED preparation and testing, and integrated education and training courses, UAM Adult Education promotes access to quality education for all individuals.
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Through programs such as phlebotomy, pharmacy technician, CDL, and the Workforce Alliance for Growth in the Economy (WAGE), UAM Adult Education supports the development of a skilled workforce and economic growth.
- Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities – UAM Adult Education serves eight counties in southeast Arkansas, including Arkansas, Ashley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Jefferson, and Lincoln. By providing educational opportunities to individuals in these counties, the program contributes to reducing inequalities.
For more information about UAM Adult Education and its programs, please contact Dorissa Kaufman at (870) 460-2118 or [email protected]. The office is located in Pine Bluff, with the ZIP code 71603.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy | Not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | 8.6: By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training | Not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.7: Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies | Not mentioned in the article |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The issues highlighted in the article are connected to SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Based on the article’s content, the specific targets that can be identified are:
- Target 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy
- Target 8.6: By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training
- Target 10.7: Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
No indicators are mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.
Source: pbcommercial.com
