Henry L. Hillman Foundation Grant for ARM Endorsement

Henry L. Hillman Foundation Grant for ARM Endorsement

Award Amount: $200,000

Geographic Scope: Western Pennsylvania region

Focus Areas: Robotics education program endorsement and assessment

Program Purpose

Funds the application and endorsement process for robotics education programs in Western Pennsylvania that effectively prepare students for careers in manufacturing with robotics technology.

What It Funds

• Ten (10) ARM Endorsement assessments in the Western Pennsylvania region
• Creation of a regional community of practice from endorsed programs
• Robust analysis of training program strengths and opportunities for improvement
• Increased visibility on RoboticsCareer.org for endorsed programs

Eligibility

• Education and training organizations in Western Pennsylvania
• Programs that prepare students for robotics careers in manufacturing

Background

Funder: Henry L. Hillman Foundation - works to leverage Pittsburgh's strengths to make it an innovative and forward-looking city with a reputation for solving big problems through civic leadership and collaboration.

ARM Endorsement Process: A thorough process conceptualized and created through the ARM Institute's national consortium, giving equal voice to manufacturers, education providers, and government stakeholders.

Contact Information

Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute Mill 19 A, 4501 Lytle St., Suite 200 Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Phone: 412-785-0444 Website: www.arminstitute.org RoboticsCareer.org: National resource connecting education seekers with robotics training programs