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Dec 19, 2025

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In today's ever-changing world of education and workforce development, technology is increasingly shaping the opportunities available to students, schools, and employers. From online talent marketplaces and cutting-edge edtech tools to personalized support systems and updated regulations, these changes reflect a shared effort to make education more transparent, results-focused, and centered around the learner.

Dec 16, 2025

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Mantra Health

Mantra Health CEO and Co-Founder, Matt Kennedy named to Slice of Healthcare's "50 Under 50" list

CEO and Co-founder Matt Kennedy has been named to Slice of Healthcare’s “50 Under 50” list, which recognizes 50 dynamic and influential leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare. Matt is a visionary leader committed to innovation and has an unwavering passion for improving student mental health across higher education. Under his guidance, Mantra has reached over 150 campuses and is now actively serving more than 1.3 million students. Read the original story in full here . #MantraHealth

Dec 12, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/12

In today's rapidly evolving workforce Industry, traditional pathways into employment are facing unprecedented challenges, from eroding entry-level opportunities to shifting perceptions of higher education's value. As AI continues to transform skill requirements and job roles, innovative approaches (such as portfolio-based work-based learning, skills-first strategies, and streamlined educational systems) are emerging as vital solutions to bridge gaps and foster economic mobility.

Dec 10, 2025

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Orijin

Monroe County Sheriff's Office Partners with Tech Educator Orijin for Inmate Workforce Development Program in Tennessee

In a recent social media announcement, Monroe County Sheriff's Office shared its inclusion in a workforce development initiative with tech education provider Orijin, supported by the State of Tennessee. Sheriff Tommy Jones made the revelation, stating that the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Detention Facility will serve as the site for this pilot initiative, set to kick off on January 1, 2026, according to a post on their Facebook page. The program will introduce inmates to the Interplay...

Dec 10, 2025

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Acceleration Academies

Gwinnett County students to graduate after given second chance with non-traditional, free program, Acceleration Academies

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Traditional high school wasn’t all that smooth for Cobi Dawson. He discovered the Gwinnett County Acceleration Academies program. “Traditional school wasn’t really for me,” Dawson said. “Like people, everybody wants to be alike. They act like people they’re not; they hang around other people they do the wrong things.” The program caters to students who felt traditional high school wasn’t working out. It’s primarily an online program, that also requires them...

Dec 5, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/05

In this week's News Roundup, the articles featured highlight how the traditional pathways from education to career are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From the widening gap between high school graduation and workforce readiness to the diminishing returns of a college degree, stakeholders across the education and employment sectors are rethinking how we prepare young people for success.

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Clarkson University & Mantra Health partner to fight Mental Health

  • Writer: Cat Burchmore
    Cat Burchmore
  • Sep 12, 2023
  • 2 min read

Updated: Nov 20, 2024

POTSDAM, N.Y. (WWTI) – Clarkson University announced that it has broadened its partnership with Mantra Health to better support its students’ mental health needs.


Mantra Health is the leading digital mental health provider for more than 100 higher education institutions and Clarkson University is adopting Mantra Health’s Whole Campus Care solution, a holistic care continuum for students. The program officially launched on Monday, August 21.

“Clarkson’s commitment to the physical and mental well-being of our students and to a healthy and thriving campus has always been strong. These new services provided by Mantra Health will help our students set and achieve their personal and educational goals, while connecting them to additional support systems, — I am confident this partnership will make our community even stronger.”CHRISTOPHER ROBINSON, PHD, INTERIM PROVOST AT CLARKSON UNIVERSITY.

Mantra Health’s clinically informed programs have been proven to increase engagement and boost outcomes and have earned the company a 4.9/5-star rating from students, according to the press release. Students at Clarkson University will now have access to:


  1. Therapy;

  2. Psychiatry;

  3. 24/7 crisis support;

  4. On-demand emotional support;

  5. Emotional wellness coaching; and

  6. Self-guided wellness lessons.

“We’re thrilled to grow our partnership with Clarkson and provide more clinical and non-clinical services to students, — Now, Clarkson students will have more diverse options and greater pathways to care, empowering them to take control of their mental health journeys and seek support when needed.”MATT KENNEDY, CO-FOUNDER AND CEO OF MANTRA HEALTH.

Mantra Health services will be added to the existing offerings provided by the Student Health and Counseling Services office.


You can learn more about the Whole Campus Care solution here and students can sign up here for services.


Read original story here.


 
 
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