News & Press

Press Release March 9, 2022

Franklin County Commissioners Invest $4.5 Million To Help Women of Color Join the Tech Sector

The Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a more than $4.5 million COVID-19 recovery grant to support the new Tech Women of Color workforce training initiative. This innovative partnership between the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services and the nationally recognized tech training nonprofit Per Scholas will help train and place 200 low-income women of color on the path to self-sufficiency through good-paying jobs.

News February 28, 2022

Per Scholas Graduates Over 250 Learners in 2022

Two months into the year, we have graduated more than 250 learners in IT Support, AWS re/Start, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering. With learners safely returning to campus and remote training underway nationwide, we are on track to train 4,000 learners this year.

News December 9, 2021

Per Scholas Columbus Featured in Segment at WBNS About Equity in Tech Industry

Per Scholas Columbus Managing Director Noah Mitchell sat down with WBNS to discuss how Per Scholas Columbus is encouraging equity in the tech field.

News October 27, 2021

Per Scholas Awarded Grant and Named 2021 Neighborhood Builders® by Bank of America

Per Scholas has been named as one of the 2021 Bank of America Neighborhood Builders® awardees for their work in the Columbus community addressing these issues. As a Neighborhood Builder, each organization receives a $200,000 grant over two years and additional leadership training.

News August 27, 2021

Per Scholas Learners Thrive with Learner Support Team & The Anthem Foundation

When our learners graduate from Per Scholas and launch their careers in tech, we are confident in their ability to succeed in their IT roles. With training in technical skills, career development, as well as life skills from our Learner Support Team, our Per Scholas learners thrive and are well-rounded professionals prepared to make their mark in the industry!

Press Release August 3, 2021

Per Scholas and Anthem Foundation Together Expand Learner Support Team

Blog July 29, 2021

The Return to Campus Begins

After nearly a year and a half of remote training, virtual camaraderie, and reminding people they’re on mute, Per Scholas campuses opened their doors to welcome our learners back to in-person learning in July. Complete with social distancing and health and sanitizing protocols in place, Cincinnati, Columbus, and National Capital Region were the first of our seventeen campuses to host our cohorts in-person.

Press Release July 28, 2021

Noah Mitchell Promoted to Managing Director, Per Scholas Columbus

Press Coverage May 3, 2021

Tech Jobs Lead the Way in New York City’s Covid-19 Pandemic Hiring

Tech jobs are in high demand across all industries, according to a new report from the Center for an Urban Future. Per Scholas provides skills training & access to employer networks to our learners, creating onramps to successful careers in tech at no cost for underrepresented communities in the tech sector. We believe a thriving workforce starts with equitable access to education. Thank you to The Wall Street Journal and Irene Plagianos for spotlighting Adonis’ success story - we are so proud of him, and all of our learners and graduates

Press Coverage April 12, 2021

Equitable Apprenticeships: Pioneering a More Inclusive Future of Work

Per Scholas and TEKsystems partnered to train, educate and certify underrepresented communities in the tech sector, allowing employers to access a more diverse workforce. Per Scholas partners with TEKsystems in the fight to overcome the digital divide between Americans.