uedbet官网ISD任命博士. Laura Preuss Next Director of 成人教育

密歇根州大急流城. – Dr. Laura Preuss has been named the new Director of 成人教育 for uedbet官网ISD, succeeding long-time director Oogie Lamar who will retire in January. Preuss served previously as Director of 员工发展 at DeWys Metal Solutions and earned her Ph.D. from Western Michigan University with an emphasis in 职业生涯 and Technical Education. She also has an MA in Adult and Higher Education from Grand Valley State University and will begin working to complete her Michigan school administrator certification.

While at DeWys, Preuss was instrumental in the creation of DeWys University. The university encompassed all the on-site training and development of team members. Because of this program DeWys is capable of developing people of diverse backgrounds, giving them the knowledge and ability to be successful in the manufacturing environment.  Her experience in local business and training employees will be beneficial in her role directing 成人教育 and preparing students for meaningful careers.

“While this will be her first position officially within public education, much of her work in industry has paralleled aspects of 成人教育,罗恩·科勒说, uedbet官网民政事务处总监. “With her experience in workforce development and training for adults, we are excited about what Dr. Preuss will bring to our program, our partners and the community.”

Preuss will lead along with Lamar to ensure a smooth transition for uedbet官网ISD 成人教育. The program serves adults seeking GED or high school equivalency, English as a Second Language and opportunities for career and technical training. Nearly 80 adult students successfully completed GED courses in the 22-23 academic year.

The uedbet官网ISD school board approved the selection of Preuss as the next Director of 成人教育 at their meeting on July 24. Please direct media inquiries to Joy Walczak, uedbet官网ISD Communications Specialist at joywalczak@volamdolong.com or 906.632.6290.