Read about our upcoming Annual Impact Report, latest webinar recap, recent platform enhancements, work-based learning insights, and more.
Riipen's 2024 Annual Impact Report.
Real outcomes. Real stories. Real impact.
When learning moves beyond the classroom, students do more than absorb knowledge—they apply it. More institutions are bridging the gap between theory and practice by giving students access to real industry projects, right inside their coursework. This shift is helping learners gain confidence, sharpen skills, and take clearer steps toward their careers.
Our upcoming Annual Impact Report shares how institutions like yours are leading this change—and what’s possible when experience is built into education.
What you will find:
Insights from 52,500+ work-based learning experiences delivered in 2024.
How experiential learning is enhancing student engagement and outcomes.
Where opportunity is expanding—and who’s still being left out.
How cross-sector collaboration is helping prepare students for the real world.
And plenty more ideas on how educators and institutions can help shape the future of learning and work.
Catch up on expert strategies to embed real-world projects into coursework and boost student outcomes.
On May 13, 2025, Riipen hosted an insightful webinar focused on embedding work-integrated learning and project-based learning at the course level.
The session, moderated by Jason Peng, Riipen's Senior Partner Relationship Manager, featured Maureen McCoy, Teaching Professor and Dietetic Internship Program Director at Arizona State University, Ruben Burga, Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph, provided a comprehensive look at how to implement forms of experiential learning that prepare students for future employment while aligning academic outcomes with real-world industry needs.
Read our recap to discover actionable strategies for creating real-world learning experiences that enhance student engagement and career readiness.
Exploring the latest stories, trends, and ideas shaping the future of experiential learning.
Scaling experiential learning: Dana and Dave’s insights from the Work Forces podcast.
Riipen Co-Founders Dana Stephenson and Dave Savory recently joined The Work Forces podcast to talk about the future of skills development. In this blog recap, they share what it takes to scale experiential learning in a way that’s equitable, flexible, and built for the needs of today’s learners and employers.
Exploring Riipen FuturePath vs Level UP: Which program is right
for you?
If you're supporting learners in gaining career-ready skills—or looking to engage with emerging talent—understanding the differences between FuturePath and Level UP is key. This blog explains how each program works, who it's best suited for, and how both are helping bridge the gap between education and employment.
Real stories, real impact: Voices from our community.
Celebrating the individuals—educators, employers, and learners—driving success through work-based learning experiences.
Meet Edmond Berisha, Associate Professor of Economics at Montclair State University.
In just one semester of using Riipen, he has transformed his business consulting course by incorporating real-world experiential learning. His MBA students worked on applied projects that challenged them to refine their problem-solving, critical thinking, and strategic planning skills—bridging the gap between theory and practice.
By integrating Riipen into his courses, he has brought real-world projects into the classroom, giving students hands-on experience. His learners apply their knowledge in practical ways, developing creativity, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills that prepare them for success beyond graduation.
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