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The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation in Southern Virginia.

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Opportunities. Innovation. Economic Growth. Partnerships.

That's what our work is all about – and our work is for you.

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Another successful Career Fair for the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program at IALR!

In ATDM, we equip these adult learners with the technical and soft skills to thrive in a manufacturing environment and connect them directly with potential employers.

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A busy month calls for a Month in a Minute.

ATDM graduation, ExTRA Apprenticeship Awards and the GO TEC Robotics Competition — all in one quick update brought to you by Joyce Culley.

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Presenting the 88 students who graduated from the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program today!

After four months and 600 hours of training, these graduates are ready for meaningful careers supporting the production and maintenance of ships and submarines.

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We've been busy contributing to the transformation of our region, supporting our partners, providing opportunities for our students and working for you.

Here's a quick recap of what we've been up to: https://t.co/GIXJpX01R2
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April in a minute w/ Jake Taylor
1. IALR STEM Camps are open—hands‑on engineering challenges, LEGO robotics, game design, service learning + more.
2. Ex‑Buffalo (SSN 715) submarine sail installed at ATDM Maritime Training Center.
3. 1,100+ at God’s Pit Crew banquets.

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A real, decommissioned submarine sail was recently installed on the IALR campus.

This sail hails from the ex-Buffalo (SSN 715), a decommissioned United States Navy Los Angeles Class nuclear-powered attack submarine.

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“The IALR Conference Center is a great venue to have here in our local community and provides a great option to host state-of-the-art events." - Jarrett Johnson, Vice President of Operations, God's Pit Crew

Host your next event at IALR: https://t.co/J81Wrl6xjM

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New research from IALR published in @IJMS_MDPI shows that a naturally occurring bacterial endophyte boosted lettuce growth and reshaped gene expression and root microbiomes in a hydroponic system.

A deeper dive into the research: https://t.co/zSfJufTxdu

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IALR’s Summer STEM Camps are back!

Hands-on activities, full-day fun, meals included and perfect for rising 3rd–9th graders (options available for younger learners as well). Registration opens today—don’t miss out!

Learn more: https://t.co/r2BsyiXPEd

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We teamed with Serve Virginia last week to host an AmeriCorps Week Celebration event that highlighted service, leadership and the Dan River Year AmeriCorps' impact across Southern Virginia.

Get a full recap of last week's event: https://t.co/zscZOcpDGp

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A few great moments from last week's graduation ceremony for the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program! This cohort included 31 welding students who trained across three shifts.

Graduation recap: https://t.co/tgFbTi6YlQ

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IALR President Telly Tucker will be one of the speakers at an upcoming event for the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America! Hosted here at IALR, this event will highlight the role of strategic PR in regional growth.

Register: https://t.co/46fbmeMX3S

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Last week, IALR hosted a staff development day for our entire team. Employees participated in a fun, full day dedicated to professional growth, team connection and organizational culture.

More: https://t.co/GnCcb9lWfq

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Tons of stories and news.

Insightful analysis of the regional workforce.

Events and opportunities for you.

Read: https://t.co/T2qAkLLmqY
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March updates from IALR in just a minute. 🎥

ATDM Instructor Daniel Hyler shares news about a new DRF investment, 2026 internship opportunities (apply here: https://t.co/jtXuyuAXQ3) and Family Literacy Night.

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Casie Hansen reinvented her career in her 40s through the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing program.

She graduated in February and is now starting an NDT job. Hear her full story in this episode of Inside IALR with President Telly Tucker.
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🥇IALR's Marketing and Communications team brought home five 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 Awards from the 2025 Blue Ridge Chapter PRSA Summit Awards, including two awards for our newsletter, two awards for our annual report and one award for the Inside IALR podcast.

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"Together, educators, employers and community leaders can turn insights into action and ensure Southern Virginia remains a place where people don’t just work but truly thrive." - Telly Tucker, President, IALR

More: https://t.co/7RwtiJQPSb

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What’s a “living wage” in Southern Virginia, and how many jobs actually offer it? Inside IALR’s new episode breaks down the latest study on job quality, wages, and what families need to thrive.

Listen: https://t.co/cj0DcuStiO
More: https://t.co/fIt8Q0KzNX

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Four months is all it takes.

We take adults with zero previous manufacturing experience and, over 600 hours in four months, give them the skills and training needed to launch a fulfilling CNC Machining career.

Apply for the March ATDM cohort today: https://t.co/c0SNtwK74w