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The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation in Southern Virginia. ialr.org Danville, VA Joined August 2009

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2 weeks ago

Introducing IALR's 2026 summer interns! These 15 interns are working across our organization in areas like biotechnology, coding and robotics, marketing and communications, applications engineering, data analysis and more!

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2 weeks ago

The June 2026 edition of IALR at a Glance is packed with exciting news and updates! Read: ow.ly/QTbn50Z8RG9 Subscribe: ow.ly/E2Ky50Z8RG8

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2 weeks ago

This month at IALR: The ATDM Maritime Training Center officially opened Construction began on the Microporous manufacturing facility Graduates were celebrated across IMT and dual-enrollment programs

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a month ago

Another successful Career Fair for the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program at IALR! In ATDM, we equip these adult learners with the technical and soft skills to thrive in a manufacturing environment and connect them directly with potential employers.

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a month ago

A busy month calls for a Month in a Minute. ATDM graduation, ExTRA Apprenticeship Awards and the GO TEC Robotics Competition — all in one quick update brought to you by Joyce Culley.

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a month ago

Presenting the 88 students who graduated from the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program today! After four months and 600 hours of training, these graduates are ready for meaningful careers supporting the production and maintenance of ships and submarines.

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2 months ago

We've been busy contributing to the transformation of our region, supporting our partners, providing opportunities for our students and working for you. Here's a quick recap of what we've been up to: ow.ly/qAXQ50YHi3Z Subscribe: ow.ly/npuN50YHi45

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2 months ago

April in a minute w/ Jake Taylor 1. IALR STEM Camps are open—hands‑on engineering challenges, LEGO robotics, game design, service learning + more. 2. Ex‑Buffalo (SSN 715) submarine sail installed at ATDM Maritime Training Center. 3. 1,100+ at God’s Pit Crew banquets.

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2 months ago

A real, decommissioned submarine sail was recently installed on the IALR campus. This sail hails from the ex-Buffalo (SSN 715), a decommissioned United States Navy Los Angeles Class nuclear-powered attack submarine.

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2 months ago

“The IALR Conference Center is a great venue to have here in our local community and provides a great option to host state-of-the-art events." - Jarrett Johnson, Vice President of Operations, God's Pit Crew Host your next event at IALR: ow.ly/FcHA50YEFkf

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2 months ago

New research from IALR published in @IJMS_MDPI shows that a naturally occurring bacterial endophyte boosted lettuce growth and reshaped gene expression and root microbiomes in a hydroponic system. A deeper dive into the research: ow.ly/82MQ50YEF86

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3 months ago

IALR’s Summer STEM Camps are back! Hands-on activities, full-day fun, meals included and perfect for rising 3rd–9th graders (options available for younger learners as well). Registration opens today—don’t miss out! Learn more: bit.ly/4sDzA8o

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3 months ago

We teamed with Serve Virginia last week to host an AmeriCorps Week Celebration event that highlighted service, leadership and the Dan River Year AmeriCorps' impact across Southern Virginia. Get a full recap of last week's event: ow.ly/LYaY50YuZzY

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3 months ago

A few great moments from last week's graduation ceremony for the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program! This cohort included 31 welding students who trained across three shifts. Graduation recap: ow.ly/mfSY50YtJ66

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3 months ago

IALR President Telly Tucker will be one of the speakers at an upcoming event for the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America! Hosted here at IALR, this event will highlight the role of strategic PR in regional growth. Register: ow.ly/asw950YtsmW

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3 months ago

Last week, IALR hosted a staff development day for our entire team. Employees participated in a fun, full day dedicated to professional growth, team connection and organizational culture. More: ow.ly/Mawy50Yquq6

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3 months ago

Tons of stories and news. Insightful analysis of the regional workforce. Events and opportunities for you. Read: ow.ly/Ozll50Ys3F1 Subscribe: ow.ly/kGGn50Ys3F2

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3 months ago

March updates from IALR in just a minute. 🎥 ATDM Instructor Daniel Hyler shares news about a new DRF investment, 2026 internship opportunities (apply here: ow.ly/3O6m50Yq6SE) and Family Literacy Night.

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3 months ago

Casie Hansen reinvented her career in her 40s through the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing program. She graduated in February and is now starting an NDT job. Hear her full story in this episode of Inside IALR with President Telly Tucker. ow.ly/ZWuu50YqtY0

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4 months ago

🥇IALR's Marketing and Communications team brought home five 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 Awards from the 2025 Blue Ridge Chapter PRSA Summit Awards, including two awards for our newsletter, two awards for our annual report and one award for the Inside IALR podcast.