Oakland University named a 2016 STEM JobsSM Approved College

Oakland University named a 2016 STEM Jobs Approved College
Bob Van Til with student in conveyor lab

Oakland University has been designated a 2016 STEM Jobs Approved College by Victory Media, the leader in connecting young professionals with education and career opportunities. This is the second time OU has received this recognition.

 

The 2016 STEM Jobs Approved Colleges survey rates universities, colleges, community colleges and trade schools on their ability and responsiveness to connecting programs and students with high-demand, high-growth STEM occupations. The new Top 5 Industry Awards recognize those institutions providing the best training and preparation for graduates to enter STEM fields profiled in STEM Jobs magazine.

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Institutions submitting completed STEM Jobs Approved surveys were scored on publicly available data and responses to proprietary questions around four key indicators that demonstrate the extent to which a school works to 1) Provide opportunities for students to explore STEM subjects; 2) Promote partnerships that foster STEM literacy and connect classrooms to careers; 3) Ensure coursework and activities have a focus on careers; and 4) Promote STEM programs that actively attract and engage under-represented student populations.

 

The assessment and rights to the STEM Jobs Approved Colleges designation are available to these qualifying schools for free. Oakland University will be featured in STEM Jobs magazine and online as part of the entire 2016 list of STEM Jobs Approved Colleges.

 

For more information about Oakland’s commitment to STEM fields of study and careers, visit oakland.edu. For additional information about STEM Jobs visit www.stemjobs.com.