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News October 2, 2024

Jenn Fowler Howard is Advancing Equitable Education and Empowering Future Leaders

Jenn Fowler Howard, Senior Managing Director of Per Scholas Columbus, was recently recognized for her leadership and commitment to workforce development and equitable access to education.

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News August 22, 2024

Rapper and Activist Killer Mike Visits Per Scholas Columbus

Ahead of the Nelsonville Music Festival in July, rapper and activist Killer Mike visited Per Scholas Columbus.

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News August 12, 2024

Celebrating Excellence in Leadership: Noah Mitchell, Smart 50 Award Winner!

We are excited to share that Noah Mitchell, Deputy Chief Training Officer at Per Scholas, has been named one of the 2024 Smart 50 Award honorees in Central Ohio!

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Press Coverage June 24, 2024

Per Scholas Columbus Highlighted as One of 17 Nonprofits in Downtown Columbus’ Community Impact Center

Per Scholas Columbus was featured in Nationwide, describing its role as one of 17 nonprofit organizations that operate within downtown Columbus’ Community Impact Center (CIC) and collaborate to address critical community needs.

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News June 21, 2024

Per Scholas Columbus One of 17 Nonprofits Located in Columbus’ Community Impact Center

Per Scholas Columbus is one of 17 nonprofits located in the Community Impact Center (CIC), a community center in downtown Columbus, created in partnership between United Way of Central Ohio and Nationwide. The center creates spaces for nonprofits that provide critical services to the Columbus community, helping individuals achieve strong futures for themselves and their community.

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Press Coverage February 28, 2024

Per Scholas Columbus Senior Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard Pens Op-Ed for The Columbus Dispatch

Per Scholas Columbus Senior Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard was featured in The Columbus Dispatch for her op-ed centered around embracing diversity in Columbus.

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News November 13, 2023

Per Scholas Awarded $1 Million Grant from JPMorgan Chase to Scale Apprenticeship Program

Per Scholas is excited to announce that we received a $1 million grant from JPMorgan Chase to help expand apprenticeship opportunities for learners and scale programs for in-demand occupations.

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Press Release September 28, 2023

Per Scholas Celebrates $20 Million Investment from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott

"Receiving this transformational investment from MacKenzie Scott, one of the most dynamic philanthropists in modern times, is a testament to Per Scholas' impact over our nearly 30 year history. As we've evolved from a computer recycler in the South Bronx to a technical skills trainer in 22 cities and counting across America, we are so grateful for this $20 million gift – the largest, unrestricted funding our organization has ever received," said Plinio Ayala, President & CEO, Per Scholas. "This investment will propel Per Scholas for even greater national impact well into the future, centered on growth and innovation and ensuring our alumni achieve a thriving wage through our Career Accelerator."

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News August 31, 2023

Per Scholas Columbus Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard Provides Thought Leadership and Insight at CIO Tomorrow Conference

Per Scholas Columbus Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard attended CIO Tomorrow’s conference, Next/Gen - Leveling Up the Next Generation of IT, and spoke during a breakout session - Building Next Gen Talent Pipeline.

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Press Coverage August 30, 2023

Per Scholas Columbus Featured on Out N About Columbus

Per Scholas Columbus was featured on a segment of Out N About on Sunday, August 20. The show focuses on events, entertainment, and travel around Columbus, and often has segments dedicated to important happenings around town.

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Per Scholas Columbus One of 17 Nonprofits Located in Columbus’ Community Impact Center

Per Scholas Columbus Senior Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard Pens Op-Ed for The Columbus Dispatch

Per Scholas Awarded $1 Million Grant from JPMorgan Chase to Scale Apprenticeship Program

Per Scholas Celebrates $20 Million Investment from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott

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Per Scholas Columbus Highlighted as One of 17 Nonprofits in Downtown Columbus’ Community Impact Center

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Per Scholas Columbus One of 17 Nonprofits Located in Columbus’ Community Impact Center

Per Scholas Columbus Senior Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard Pens Op-Ed for The Columbus Dispatch

Per Scholas Awarded $1 Million Grant from JPMorgan Chase to Scale Apprenticeship Program

Per Scholas Celebrates $20 Million Investment from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott

Per Scholas Columbus Managing Director Jenn Fowler Howard Provides Thought Leadership and Insight at CIO Tomorrow Conference

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