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EPIC INSPIRES CENTRAL MINNESOTA STUDENTS AT NEW CAREER EXPLORATION EVENT
“Exploring Potential Interests & Careers”

St. Cloud, Minn – On Friday, February 22, 2019, more than 2,500 students from over 20 schools will gather on the campus of St. Cloud Technical and Community College in St. Cloud, MN, to participate in EPIC (Exploring Potential Interests & Careers). This is the first ever large-scale career exploration event for high school students in Central Minnesota. Nahan is proud to be a part of this event.

This event is designed to effectively bridge the gap between education and industry for high school students in Central Minnesota, contributing to the fulfillment of the economic and workforce needs of the area. The unique format of the event allows students to participate in hands-on, interactive experiences that simulate activities from a variety of careers. Students will also learn the educational requirements and potential job market forecast of each career.

Six career clusters will be showcased, including:

• Human Services
• Health, Science, & Technology
• Engineering, Manufacturing, & Technology
• Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, Communication, & Information Technology
• Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
• Business, Management, & Administration

Nahan will be showcased in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, Communications, & Information Technology cluster and Nahan representatives will be doing a hands-on print activity with students.

Students will have the opportunity to participate in a pre-event survey, designed to help them discover the top career clusters best suited to their interests and personalities. After the event, students can participate in a reflection activity constructed to immediately implement their experience and begin the creative brainstorming process about potential careers.

“As one of the top employers in the St. Cloud area, we are excited to provide a hands-on experience for these students as they explore different career opportunities available to them,” said Ashley Rogge, Nahan Recruiter.

The EPIC format is based on the Bridges Academy Career Exploration Day, held annually at Central Lakes College’s Brainerd campus.