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Kimball Electronics Mexico Volunteers Make a Difference at Julian Ernesto Zamora Elementary School
February 24, 2025 | Kimball ElectronicsEstimated reading time: 1 minute
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, eighteen Kimball Electronics Mexico (KEMX) employees recently dedicated their time to support the Julian Ernesto Zamora Elementary School. The volunteers divided into two groups to maximize their impact.
One group tackled a hands-on project, laying 7 meters of gravel to improve the school's driveway. The task not only enhanced the school's infrastructure but also demonstrated the power of teamwork and collaboration.
Meanwhile, the second group of volunteers spent quality time with 30 enthusiastic students in the library. The Kimball team read engaging stories about various professions, sparking curiosity and inspiring the young minds. Through interactive discussions, the volunteers shared insights about Kimball Electronics, the types of professions available within the company, and the roles employees play at the facility. The students eagerly participated, sharing their own dreams and aspirations for future careers.
The visit concluded with a generous donation of books collected during the KEMX family's "Donate a Book" campaign. The new additions to the school's library will continue to inspire and educate students for years to come.
This initiative exemplifies Kimball Electronics' commitment to giving back to the community and fostering the next generation of leaders. The collaboration between the volunteers and the students not only enriched the lives of the young learners but also reinforced the importance of community involvement and education.
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The Electronics Foundation: Empowering Students, Strengthening Industry
03/25/2026 | Marcy LaRont, I-Connect007 MagazineThe Electronics Foundation may be one of the industry’s best-kept secrets, but its impact is anything but small. In this interview, Charlene Gunter and Gentry Manning discuss how the Foundation is building a pipeline of future electronics professionals through student chapters, scholarships, hands-on STEM programs, and global outreach. From high schools to universities, and from soldering kits to career exploration, they share how meaningful industry engagement is opening doors for students while helping manufacturers address workforce needs.
Jabil Commits $1.1M to Strengthen Manufacturing Talent Pipeline
03/23/2026 | JabilJabil Inc., a global engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions provider, announced it will donate a total of $1.1 million over three years to St. Petersburg College (SPC) to support the development of the College’s advanced manufacturing training programs.
Foxconn Technology Awards Introduce New Category with NT$250,000 Top Prize
03/12/2026 | FoxconnThe “2026 Foxconn Technology Award”, organized by the Foxconn Education Foundation, will be open for submissions from March 16 to April 24 , demonstrating its commitment to cultivating high-level R&D talent in Taiwan.
India Advances Toward 85,000 Semiconductor Engineers Under C2S
03/12/2026 | PIB DelhiGovernment of India’s initiative for prioritizing talent development through Training, Up-skilling and Workforce Development Programs under Chips to Startups (C2S) initiative of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, stated that India has made significant progress in last 04 years itself for its 10-year target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design.
Chapters in Action: The Electronics Foundation Helps Students Connect, Learn, and Lead
11/18/2025 | Charlene Gunter du Plessis, The Electronics FoundationThe Electronics Foundation (formerly IPC Education Foundation), part of the Global Electronics Association, is focused on preparing U.S. students for careers in the electronics industry by fostering collaborations through student chapters. Here, we feature five initiatives that are cultivating a new generation of talent ready to meet the challenges and innovations of modern manufacturing.