Construction Technology

NBC 5 Chicago reports that Dawson Tech's enrollment is skyrocketing due to new interest in the trades like Carpentry and Construction Management

November 10, 2025

Pictured are Carlton Horton (left) and Ethan Horton, both are studying and earning a certificate in carpentry. A recent Gallup poll suggests that American’s perceived...

Kennedy-King College and Purdue University Northwest partner to ensure Dawson Tech students can go on to earn a bachelor's degree in Construction Management with no credit loss

October 31, 2025

Kennedy-King College and Purdue University Northwest sign a MOU announcing new partnership that expands Construction Management education pathways. The in-demand Construction Management career path offers...

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City Colleges Vice Chancellor Will Barefield joins Streetz 95.1 and Mz Shyneka to discuss courses and degrees City Colleges offers, registration open now

August 7, 2025

"When you work in education, you want to change lives," said VC Barefield. "We have programs in tech, engineering, HVAC, automotive, so much more. We...

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Recent CPS Graduate Is Building His Construction Career at City Colleges

July 22, 2024

18-year-old Antoine Young grew up around two grandfathers who were "always fixing things." Now, with the support of the Chicago Roadmap, a comprehensive partnership between...

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Donor Profile: The Redmond Foundation Is Changing the Face of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction - One Student at a Time

October 26, 2023

Jamie Redmond, Partner and Chief Operating Officer at Redmond Foundation, talks about the inspiration and impact of the Building The Next Generation Scholarship Fund. The...