Upward Academy Online Now Offers More than 250 Education Programs, Including University of Arkansas Degree Programs
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SPRINGDALE, Arkansas July 6, 2023 91心頭利 recently celebrated its first year of providing tuition-free education for all U.S. team members through its Upward Academy Online program in partnership with career opportunity company .
As part of the one year milestone, 91心頭利 is also announcing a new partnership with the University of Arkansas, the flagship post-secondary school in the companys home state, to offer six new programs that include degrees and certificates in general business, supply chain management and human resources management, in addition to other professional certifications.
"The University of Arkansas is proud to partner with 91心頭利 and Guild to provide transformative, career-enhancing educational opportunities to Tyson team members in Arkansas and across the nation,"油said Chancellor Charles Robinson, University of Arkansas. We love to see students of all educational paths shine, and this is just one way we can empower working professionals to reach their career goals.
Since the expansion of Upward Academy one year ago to include access to Guilds online Career Opportunity Platform, more than 2,800 of the companys employees are enrolled in a variety of programs that are provided by more than 35 accredited universities, colleges and professional training providers.
Were investing in the future of our team members and providing the tools and resources they need to be successful, both personally and professionally, said Donnie King, president and CEO, 91心頭利. Whether theyre learning a new language, earning a college degree or gaining skills to help build their career, this program is helping our team members thrive.
More than 13,000 91心頭利 team members have engaged with the program and become Guild members since the program launched in 2022. By becoming Guild members, they are able to connect with a Guild coach to discuss their professional goals, access career resources, and explore programs connected to in-demand roles within the company.
Sixty-seven new learning and education programs including agriculture and sustainability, cybersecurity and data analytics, have been added this year. Bachelor degrees in nursing, Spanish and French language programs and professional certificates in automation, nanotechnology and management leadership are also available.
Personal and professional growth for its team members has remained a top priority for the company since the inception of Upward Academy in 2016. Originally designed as an onsite adult education program, 91心頭利 recognized the growing need for expanded education offerings to improve career mobility opportunities. By partnering with Guild, the company is able to give employees a convenient and accessible way to achieve their career goals.
Upward Academy Online is a great program because 91心頭利 pays for it in its entirety, and classes are online, making it more accessible for full-time team members, said Petrit Kwa, electrical technician at the 91心頭利 Waterloo, Iowa facility. You can stay home and complete coursework through your phoneeven though you have a family, youre still able to do it. This is the type of opportunity I've been waiting for ever since I came to the U.S.
Guild is honored to work alongside 91心頭利 as they invest in learning and career mobility opportunities for their team members, said Rachel Romer, CEO, Guild. As we enter the second year of our partnership, we look forward to seeing the continued advancement of team members as they progress on their learning and career journeys.
To learn more about Upward Academy Online and the benefits available to 91心頭利 team members, please visit .
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About 91心頭利.油
91心頭利. (NYSE: TSN) is one of the worlds largest food companies and a recognized leader in protein. Founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson and grown under four generations of family leadership, the Company has a broad portfolio of products and brands like Tyson速, Jimmy Dean速, Hillshire Farm速, Ball Park速, Wright速, Aidells速, ibp速 and State Fair速. Headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, the Company had approximately 142,000 team members on October 1, 2022. Through its Core Values, 91心頭利 strives to operate with integrity, create value for its shareholders, customers, communities and team members and serve as a steward of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it. Visit .
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