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UpSkill Work & Learn: A Modern Youth Apprenticeship Program

Posted on May 10, 2023May 10, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

Indiana Uplands students are discovering career pathways and regional employers are growing their workforce through ROI's UpSkill Work & Learn, a modern youth apprenticeship program. UpSkill students gain real-life work experiences and connections they can use in future careers in the Uplands. ROI had the opportunity to speak with six UpSkill students about their experiences … Continue reading UpSkill Work & Learn: A Modern Youth Apprenticeship Program

Photo Gallery: Second annual Uplands Made conference

Posted on April 26, 2023April 10, 2025 by Suzannah Couch

On April 25, ROI convened 100 Indiana Uplands students from eight high schools gathered along with 50 school educators, administrators and industry leaders in Brown County for the second annual Uplands Made student-run business conference. At the event, students toured Eagle Manufacturing’s new facility, showcased their products, and led presentations on screen printing, production management, … Continue reading Photo Gallery: Second annual Uplands Made conference

Applications open for Ready Schools & Digital Fabrication Labs

Posted on April 26, 2023May 4, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

ROI is now welcoming proposals from school districts for Ready Schools and Digital Fabrication Labs. Ready Schools proposals due June 3. UpLabs Proposals due May 26.

Washington: A Community on the Rise

Posted on April 26, 2023April 26, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

Washington is a “Community on the Rise” in the Indiana Uplands. Watch the video to see for yourself!

Digital Towns grant opportunity opens

Posted on April 26, 2023August 18, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

ROI has opened a grant opportunity to implement strategies that improve digital equity and inclusion in the Indiana Uplands. Grant amounts: $5,000 – $50,000, or $100,000 for projects with a regional scope, serving all 11 counties of the Uplands. Applications due May 23, 2023. Download the Digital Towns Grant Guidelines (PDF).Download the Digital Towns Informational Slides … Continue reading Digital Towns grant opportunity opens

Indiana Uplands Innovation Award winners recognized at ROI’s 2023 Annual Report to the Region

Posted on April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

ROI is proud to announce the 2023 winners of the Indiana Uplands Regional Innovation Awards. The Indiana Uplands Regional Innovation Awards recognize deserving people, organizations, and projects that have made meaningful improvements to education, workforce, economic development, and quality of place within the 11 counties of the Uplands region (Brown, Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Greene, Lawrence, … Continue reading Indiana Uplands Innovation Award winners recognized at ROI’s 2023 Annual Report to the Region

Photo Gallery: ROI Annual Report to the Region

Posted on April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

Smiles were big and excitement for the future of a Region on the Rise filled the air during ROI's Annual Report to the Region at the French Lick Resort Conference Center on April 13. All day ROI celebrated the hard work, innovation, and collaboration that is moving the Indiana Uplands towards a more prosperous future. … Continue reading Photo Gallery: ROI Annual Report to the Region

Bryant Niehoff named Uplands Science and Technology Foundation CEO

Posted on April 5, 2023April 5, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

The Uplands Science and Technology Foundation (USTF) is a nonprofit research foundation dedicated to enhancing the vitality of WestGate@Crane Technology Park. Niehoff will lead USTF and advance its mission to grow the WestGate Technology Park into a nationally-recognized innovation community.

STEM Fellows: Where Are They Now?

Posted on February 6, 2023February 6, 2023 by Emily Menkedick

It was in 2017 when Emily Johnson was one of ROI’s first STEM Fellows in cohort one. Johnson credits the ROI STEM Fellowship with jumpstarting her career journey to where she is now.

‘Everyone is a maker’: Dreams become reality in digital fabrication labs throughout Uplands

Posted on January 28, 2023August 31, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

In the Uplands Fab Lab Network, teachers and students alike are learning that the limits are endless for those eager to learn new technology and use the fabrication equipment.

Indiana Uplands is home to six “IN Indiana” murals

Posted on January 9, 2023April 6, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

Bring a mural to your community! IDDC is accepting applications for its next round of public art and community activation grants that incorporate the "IN Indiana” identifier. Apply by March 17, 2023.

Indiana Uplands announces READI commitments totaling more than $24.6 million

Posted on December 16, 2022March 8, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

The Indiana Uplands READI Steering Committee and Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) has announced more than $24.6 million in committed investments from the $30 million in Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) funds awarded to the Indiana Uplands by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) to enhance the vitality of this 11-county region.

Explore Computer Science Careers in the Uplands

Posted on December 5, 2022December 5, 2022 by Betsy Trotzke

In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, we hosted a special event to highlight computer science careers and share the experiences of professionals that work in the Indiana Uplands. Watch the webinar video now!

WestGate@Crane welcomes new $84 million collaborative microelectronics campus

Posted on November 21, 2022February 1, 2024 by Betsy Trotzke

A great day for the Indiana Uplands and the State of Indiana! This morning, we broke ground on WestGate One, a new $84 million microelectronics campus at WestGate@Crane. NHanced Semiconductors, Inc., Everspin Technologies, Trusted Semiconductor Solutions, & Reliable MicroSystems, LLC plan to invest $300 million & create 549 specialized, high-wage jobs. Read the complete November 21 announcement from the Indiana Economic … Continue reading WestGate@Crane welcomes new $84 million collaborative microelectronics campus

Twenty-four grant writing fellows form second cohort in professional development program

Posted on October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 by Betsy Trotzke

Program supports grant writers pursuing projects and programs that improve the quality of life for Uplands residents.