National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing

10/15/2026

Had a great first day at the National Applied AI Consortium’s (NAAIC) National Summit on Artificial Intelligence at Chandler/Gilbert Community College. After an agenda packed with informative presentations, the day wrapped up with a reception that included a keynote speaker and panel in airplane h...

10/06/2026

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Manufacturing Day may be over, but Manufacturing Month is still here! Join the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing at our next virtual Community of Practice session THIS FRIDAY, in partnership with the National Applied AI Consortium and the Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Collaborative (AMTEC)!

Join us this Friday, October 9th, from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm EST as we feature speakers from Intel 's Digital Readiness Program through the Sustainable Living Lab (SL2) Group and a returning faculty speaker from South Texas College on how Artificial Intelligence is being implemented in two-year institutions' manufacturing curricula. Special thanks to NCNGM Industry Engagement Director Dr. Ann Beheler for moderating this session.

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10/02/2026

Manufacturing Day is here!

The National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing is a proud sponsor of Manufacturing Day as a "Friend of MFG Day"!

Why join ? Because manufacturing isn’t just about making things—it’s about shaping the future. With millions of new jobs emerging in the next decade, there’s never been a better time to explore a career in modern manufacturing. Take the first step: MFGDay.com

10/01/2026

NCNGM representatives are attending the annual National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers (NCATC) Conference in Tacoma, Washington, this week! As a gold sponsor and strategic partner, the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing looks forward to continuing our partnership with the NCATC and advancing career technician education nationwide.

Pictured are Daniel Davidchik, Associate Dean, Community and Workforce Education at Central Community College; Wendy Robicheau, Assistant Director of the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing; Joan Pauley and Doug Pauley. Doug Pauley received the NCATC and NOCTI Innovation Award during the conference!

10/01/2026

Tomorrow is MFG Day!

For students, it’s an opportunity to see manufacturing up close.

For educators, it’s a chance to connect classroom learning with real-world careers.

For manufacturers, it’s an opportunity to show the next generation what’s possible.

Thank you to all of our sponsors for making possible: Saint-Gobain, General Motors, Rockwell Automation, Inc., The Dover Foundation, International Corrugated Packaging Foundation, LP Building Solutions for Professionals, All Weather Insulated Panels, National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing, Novonesis and Tata Technologies.

See you tomorrow!

09/29/2026

Last Friday, the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing was proud to support and participate in the first meeting of the Connecticut College of Technology (COT) pathway program. These accredited pathways help students who have enrolled in Technology Studies or Engineering Sciences at Connecticut State Community College transition to a four-year institution as seamlessly as possible while retaining their technical education credits. Dr. Karen Wosczyna-Birch, a former director of the College of Technology, was happy to welcome the newly appointed Director of the College of Technology, Nicola Ricker, Interim STEM Dean of CT State Community College, and to inform newer faculty members about the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing.

Special thanks to Central Connecticut State University for hosting the first COT meeting of the academic year!

09/29/2026

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The National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing is eager to announce the following panelists for our next Community of Practice, in collaboration with the National Applied AI Consortium and AMTEC (the Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Collaborative). This session will take place on October 9th, 2026, from 1:00-2:30 pm EST. Registration is required to receive the Zoom access link.

Dr. Ann Beheler, Industry Engagement Director of the Business and Industry Leadership Team, will moderate the panel. She will be joined by Intel® Digital Readiness Program and Sustainable Living Lab (SL2) Group representatives Kevin Rush and Josh Jones to discuss curriculum implementation. Returning speaker Erika Guerra of South Texas College will also offer faculty insights on the program. Recordings of previous Community of Practice sessions are available on our website at www.nextgenmfg.org/cop-archive.

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If you have not done so already, consider becoming an official member of the NCNGM Community of Practice to be added to our distribution list for all upcoming initiatives: https://forms.gle/WFTD4LkDt768GvNPA

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09/23/2026

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The National Science Foundation (NSF) funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing is collaborating with the National Applied AI Consortium and AMTEC (the Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Collaborative) for another AI in Manufacturing Community of Practice Session. This session will feature AI Program Specialists from Intel through the Sustainable Living Lab (SL2) Group, along with an implementation example from a South Texas College faculty member. Keep an eye out soon for our next few announcements featuring our speakers!

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