2017 Worlds of Work Attracts Thousands of Students
October 17, 2017
Worlds of Work, held Oct. 21 and 22, 2017 at Shelton State Community College's Martin Campus, gave more than 4,400 eighth graders from nine area counties a hands-on look at exciting, high-paying careers available right here in West Alabama.
Designed to showcase a range of technical and high-wage careers in sectors such as energy and utilities; manufacturing; automotive and logistics; transportation; hospitality and tourism; engineering and environment and public safety and tourism, the event also included WOW Varsity, which allowed hundreds of high school student to attend with their parents.
“Now in its third year, WOW not only creates awareness, but also generates excitement about fulfilling career options among students and educators,” says Donny Jones, Chief Operating Officer, Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama. “The expo also will help bring attention to industries that are facing a shortage of skilled workers. These employers face shortages over the next few years due to the retirement of up to 50 percent of their workforce.”