Discover our upcoming webinars, latest partnership announcements, news and insights, user spotlights, and more.

Upcoming webinars.

Expert-led sessions designed to tackle today's education and work challenges, share innovative solutions, and drive impactful change.

Join us for the second part of our webinar series, "Let’s keep talking" in collaboration with the International Indigenous Speakers Bureau on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 1pm ET (10am PT).

This session will provide you with practical insights and actionable steps to help your organization embrace indigenization and expand its capacity for growth.

Welcoming our newest academic partners.

Enhancing learners' academic experience through real-world projects, leading to exciting career opportunities and a brighter future.

Partnering to expand work-based learning opportunities for its School of Business and Accounting students.

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Partnering to enhance work-based learning opportunities within its College of Arts & Sciences.

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Partnering to provide opportunities for students and employers to collaborate through the Level UP program.

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Partnering to improve employability outcomes for its School of Business students.

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Work-based learning news and insights.

Exploring the latest stories, trends, and ideas shaping the future of experiential learning.

Bridging Canada’s Tech Talent Shortage: Reskilling for the Digital Future.

By Dana Stephenson, Riipen's Co-Founder & CEO. 

Canada's tech talent shortage requires a strategic focus on reskilling and inclusivity. Traditional education pathways may no longer suffice as tech skills quickly evolve. The article emphasizes investing in micro-credentials and industry-informed training, targeting underrepresented groups like women and newcomers.

Read more here.

The Washington Tech Workforce Coalition (WTWC) focuses on creating opportunities for underserved and underrepresented populations while fostering a collaborative space where industry leaders, educators, training partners, community partners, and government agencies work together to meet workforce demands and facilitate job placements.

Read more here.

A recent study by the Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario finds that experiential learning, industry-specific resources, and networking play crucial roles in helping graduates successfully enter the workforce. The study also notes continued employment challenges for equity-seeking graduates, underscoring the need for more inclusive support.

Read more here.

Transforming internships to benefit more students, employers, and institutions.

By Dr. Mara Woody, Riipen's Director, Strategic Partnerships.

Internships bridge education and the workforce but often fall short of serving all students. By using technology and fostering collaboration between employers and institutions, Riipen helps create more accessible and impactful internships, benefiting students, employers, and academic institutions alike.

Read more here.

Riipen spotlights.

Highlighting champion educators and employers dedicated to supporting students through work-based learning experiences.

Meet Dr. Zlatinka Blaber, Associate Professor at Salem State University.

Dr. Blaber shares how she transforms her classes into real-world business training grounds using Riipen. 

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Meet Rodrigue Fouafou, Founder & CEO of Wouessi Digital.

Rodrigue shared how the creativity and fresh perspectives from students have improved and shaped his business.

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