Southeast Tech's New Homebuilding Lab: Job-Ready Grads & Affordable Housing

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Southeast Technical College launches a new homebuilding lab to train students for high-demand jobs and support affordable housing initiatives.

Southeast Technical College in Sioux Falls unveils the Wells Fargo Homebuilding Lab, a state-of-the-art facility for hands-on construction and skilled trades training. The lab will enable students to build real houses, equipping them with practical skills for high-demand jobs and contributing to affordable housing. The project received significant support from local partners, including Wells Fargo, and was marked by the presence of state officials and Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs. The lab is set to strengthen the Sioux Falls community by preparing the next generation for the workforce and addressing local housing needs. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/824f04a556408fb1

Topics covered

• homebuilding
• education
• affordable housing
• skilled trades
• community development

Keywords

• homebuilding lab
• Southeast Technical College
• affordable housing
• skilled trades training
• Sioux Falls

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Southeast Technical College, Wells Fargo, Dirty Jobs

Places: Sioux Falls

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