University Of Alaska News

Training Program Seeks to Develop Alaskan Shipbuilders

in innovative programs to address a shortage of qualified Alaskan workers in seafood harvesting, processing and marine transportation. They are pooling industry dollars with public funds, and partnering with other stakeholders like the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, the University of Alaska, Alaska Construction Academies, Alaska Native groups and others to strengthen the local workforce.    Vigor said its employees are excited about the training: more than 50 employees registering in the first week. “My goal is to learn as much as I can and make myself indispensable