Closing the Work Skills Gap

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 | 5:00PM–5:45PM CT | Board 901, Poster Area, Halls F1, F2, Level 3
Session Type: Poster Session
Delivery Format: Poster Session
The central IT department at Illinois State University was having challenges filling entry-level positions. In addition to a real lack in technical skills, most applicants also lacked basic workplace skills. We designed a program to target the students' ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and operate in professional environments.

Outcomes: Understand time commitment required to launch a similar program Understand the potential return on investment for this program, (new talent, new methods) Understand how this program can be used in multiple Higher Education fields of study

Presenters

  • Charley Edamala

    Associate Vice President for Administrative Technologies and Chief Technology Officer, Illinois State University

  • Bart Lytel

    Endpoint Support Manager, Illinois State University

Resources & Downloads

  • SEE Handout

    Updated on 2/21/2025

  • SEE Poster

    Updated on 2/21/2025