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🎉 The wait is over. We are thrilled to announce the official launch of Riipen’s inaugural Annual Impact Report! 🌟 Discover how we’re revolutionizing higher education and internships to end underemployment. See how bridging the gap between education and industry transforms students’ lives and the pivotal role employers play in developing a skilled workforce. 🥑 What you will find inside: · Who we are and where we are · The ecosystem approach · Our journey to 1M learner experiences · Our impact methodology · Our vision for 2024 and onwards 👉 Explore the future of work and our vision for 2024 and beyond. Join the conversation and download your copy today: https://hubs.li/Q02BZ3y10 #Impact #Report #EdTech #ExperientialLearning #WorkBasedLearning

🌟 Educator Spotlight: Meet Dr. Dr. Viji Vibhu Prakash, MA, DBA Prakash, MA, DBA, Professor and Program Coordinator at George Brown College, in Toronto. When asked about her recent Riipen experience, Dr. Vibhu Prakash praised Riipen’s user-friendly platform and diverse project options, particularly highlighting its seamless collaboration features. Dr. Vibhu Prakash also expressed satisfaction with her students' active participation in Riipen projects. "I'm thrilled to see 42 students actively engaging with the employer and completing mid-term project reviews. This level of participation is a significant achievement, and I'm eager to promote further collaborations with Riipen." 👉 To learn more about our innovative work-based learning platform and how working with Riipen can improve student engagement and employability outcomes, schedule a chat with our team: https://lnkd.in/e8A4y_cY. #EducatorSpotlight #EdTech #ExperientialLearning #WorkBasedLearning

📍Stay informed on all things #HigherEducation, #FutureOfWork, and #ExperientialLearning. Sign up for The Riipen Report, our monthly newsletter, which features the latest Riipen news, upcoming webinars, work-based learning insights, user spotlights, success stories, and more. Read our latest edition here: https://hubs.li/Q02Kz0PG0 👉 Subscribe now: https://hubs.li/Q02KyYFM0 #TheRiipenReport #Newsletter #EdTech #WorkBasedLearning

🔍 More than half of employers prioritize skills-based hiring over traditional degrees. How can our education systems adapt to this shift? How do we build a skills-centric infrastructure in both universities and workplaces? 🌟 Join us at SXSW EDU by voting for our panel, “Future Proofing Economic Opportunity through Skills,” featuring Riipen’s CEO and Co-Founder, Dana Stephenson, Jon Alfuth from KnowledgeWorks, Mike Flanagan from Mastery Transcript Consortium® (MTC), and Lisa McIntyre-Hite, Ph.D. from Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN). This discussion will explore how to position skills at the forefront of educational and professional sectors to enhance economic opportunities for all. 👉 Your vote counts! Help us bring this important conversation to the stage by voting before August 18. Don’t miss out, vote today: https://hubs.li/Q02KrlJ50 #SXSWEDU #ExperientialLearning #WorkBasedLearning #HigherEd #FutureOfWork #SkillsBasedHiring #EconomicOpportunity

👥 Thought-provoking fireside chat invitation. 💡 Join our exclusive webinar on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 1pm ET (10am PT), for an inspiring discussion with Kathaleen ‘Shannon’ Loutitt, Matriarch and Co-Founder of International Indigenous Speakers Bureau (IISB), and Carly Coughlin, Riipen’s Strategic Program Manager. Discover the highs and lows of their collaborative journey and gain insights into creating inclusive and supportive workplace cultures. 🌟 Together, we can create spaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported. 👉 Register now at no fee: https://hubs.ly/Q02HhWFy0 Can’t make it? Register anyway and we will share the recording. *OCAP and IDS considerations were taken into consideration in the development of this webinar. #IISB #Riipen #Webinar #Indigenous #HumanResources #InclusiveWorkplace #Collaboration

🌟 CEWIL/ECAIT Canada and Academica Group have released a comprehensive report exploring the evolving landscape of work-integrated learning (WIL) and its impact on the future workforce. This report delves into the dynamic WIL ecosystem and offers insights into the integration of technology, AI, and virtual simulations in education. 💡 Key insights include: · The importance of sustainable, predictable, and inclusive WIL funding to support innovation and long-term planning. · The need for improved data collection and reporting to measure outcomes and inform funding decisions. · Greater collaboration and coordination among WIL partners to streamline processes and enhance impact. · Expanding quality WIL opportunities through increased SME participation. · Deeper approaches to decolonization and EDIA to ensure equitable access and meaningful engagement. We're proud that our CEO & Co-Founder, Dana Stephenson, contributed to this important discussion, highlighting how Riipen is transforming project-based learning and emphasizing our commitment to revolutionizing higher education and ending underemployment. His insights reinforce our dedication to creating abundant, quality WIL opportunities for all learners. 👉 Discover the full report and gain insights into the future of skills development, here: https://hubs.li/Q02Kfq540 #WIL #FutureOfWork #ExperientialLearning #HigherEducation #Riipen #CEWILCanada

🌟 We're thrilled to share an inspiring success story from one of our newest academic partners, The University of West Alabama (UWA). 🎓 UWA recently piloted the Riipen platform, enabling their sport management students to engage in real-world projects and gain invaluable experience. Two graduate students in their program recently worked on impactful projects through Riipen, enhancing their resumes and forging strong professional connections. 💡 In this article, Dr. LaJuan Hutchinson, Associate Professor of Sport Management, who spearheaded this initiative, highlights how Riipen's marketplace provided experiences and industry connections that would have otherwise been out of reach. These opportunities are helping UWA students and faculty expand their horizons and achieve their career goals. 🚀 We’re proud to support UWA’s mission to provide practical, accessible internship opportunities for its students. The success of this pilot exemplifies our vision of helping create a future where all learners have equal opportunity to gain employable skills and unlock their full potential. 👉 Learn more about UWA’s experience with Riipen and how it’s shaping their approach to internships: https://hubs.li/Q02JSjMQ0 #ExperientialLearning #WorkBasedLearning #HigherEducation #HigherEd #Internships #CareerReadiness

🎉 Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Fletcher Technical Community College to elevate work-based learning in Maritime Cyber Security and Business programs. 🌟 This collaboration will provide Fletcher students with access to real-world projects, enhancing their practical skills and industry knowledge. By integrating the Riipen platform, Fletcher Technical Community College will empower students with hands-on experiences tailored to industry demands. This partnership supports Fletcher's mission to offer high-quality technical and academic programs, preparing individuals for employment, career advancement, and lifelong learning. Students will engage in meaningful projects that directly apply to their fields of study, enriching their education and career readiness. 👉 Read the press release here: https://hubs.ly/Q02KcQJy0 Interested in learning how Riipen can support your educational institution? Book a demo with our team today: https://hubs.ly/Q02KcCng0 #HigherEd #EdTech #HigherEducation #WorkBasedLearning #CareerReady #CyberSecurity #BusinessEducation

🔍 Insights into future #HR opportunities. 🌟 Join us on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 1pm ET (10am PT), for an insightful open-access webinar featuring Kathaleen ‘Shannon’ Loutitt, Matriarch and Co-Founder of International Indigenous Speakers Bureau (IISB), and Carly Coughlin, Riipen’s Strategic Program Manager. They will share their experiences and strategies for creating indigenized spaces in organizations. 💡 Learn how these practices can provide a massive opportunity for expanding your organization’s human resource capacity and potential. 👉 Secure your spot today: https://hubs.ly/Q02HhM250 Can’t make it? Register anyway and we will share the recording. *OCAP and IDS considerations were taken into consideration in the development of this webinar. #IISB #Riipen #Webinar #Indigenization #HumanResources #InclusiveWorkplace #Growth

🎥 Christal Duncan Earle, Co-Founder of Whole Human Coaching, talks about her 2.5-year journey of building connections and creating lasting impact with students. A proud Métis woman with deep values built on community and kindness, Christal works closely with and supports entrepreneurs and social change makers to grow their ideas and create impact. As an author, podcaster, and professional speaker, she brings a wealth of experience and passion to everything she does. Too often, students are stuck in the underemployment trap: “You can’t get a job without experience, and you can’t get experience without a job.” Employers like Christal are changing the narrative by providing mentorship, support, and hiring students so they start their careers off on the right foot. #WorkIntegratedLearning #CanadianInternships #RiipenEmployer