Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Academy

Organization:

East Carolina University

Amount:

$1,069,071.37

Program Area:

Community-Based Grants Initiative

County of Applicant:

Pitt

Year:

2014

Description:

The purpose of this grant is to provide funding to East Carolina University and its partners to establish the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Academy (AMIA) which will deliver hands-on, experiential STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) learning opportunities for middle school students (grades 6-8) and middle school teachers. The project is a partnership between East Carolina University, Pitt County Schools and Pitt Community College. Golden LEAF funds will be used over 2 years for personnel, stipends, equipment, software, transportation and supplies.

Contact:

Dr. J. Ted Morris, Ph.D.(252) 737-1341

Areas Served:

Statewide

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