Pierre Chamber hosting ribbon cutting for DWU program

MITCHELL – The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for Dakota Wesleyan University’s Learn & Earn program housed in the Capital City Campus on Tuesday, June 18. The program begins at 4 p.m. with the ribbon cutting at 4:30.

Celebrating its third anniversary, the unique program, offered entirely on site in Pierre, is an affordable and efficient 16-month path to a professional career and associate degree for students, with the added opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to fill professional roles in the state’s capital city and surrounding areas, while simultaneously earning professional certifications. The program integrates classroom and online learning with professional work experience. Students enrolled participate in a year-long, part-time, paid internships while completing their professional certificates.

Those attending will be able to meet DWU representatives and hear from area professionals about the program’s success. Light refreshments will be served, and door prizes will be given away.

Applications for prospective students are now being accepted for Fall 2024. For more information about the program or to apply, visit www.dwu.edu/learn-earn. Information is available for students, business partners and mentors.