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The curriculum is designed to prepare learners to address real-world business challenges and pursue high-quality careers in one of the fastest-growing fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Launch and Speaker Series<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To celebrate this launch, Wilmington University is hosting the very first event in its new Quarterly Speaker Series. It\u2019s an open invitation for students, educators, and community members alike to hear directly from industry leaders \u2014 people who are shaping where technology is headed and how it can open doors for everyone. This isn\u2019t just about cloud computing \u2014 it\u2019s about learning how digital skills create real opportunities and bring more equity into our communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The session \u201cCloud for All: Expanding Access to AWS Learning,\u201d takes place Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. (virtual). Featuring Chris Ott, Head of AWS Academy, the session will explore how AWS is driving community impact and expanding equity in cloud education. Register at <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/continuinged\/aws\"><strong>www.wilmu.edu\/continuinged\/aws<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AWS Academy courses help students develop in-demand cloud computing skills by providing hands-on experience in the AWS Cloud and lessons based on actual industry scenarios. AWS Academy courses and learning resources are aligned to industry-recognized AWS Certification<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe are proud to make the AWS Academy curriculum available to our students,\u201d says Wilmington University\u2019s Senior Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, <strong>Dr. Denise Wells<\/strong>. \u201cThis initiative advances our mission by delivering practical, career-focused education that leads directly to opportunity. 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