Grand opening held for NDSCS Career Innovation Center in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A grand opening is held for North Dakota State College of Science Career Innovation Center in Fargo.

It’s located along 42nd Street and 64th Avenue South.

Sen. John Hoeven was on hand for the grand opening of the nearly $35 million facility that will provide training and technical education to high school and college students in the region.

Hoeven says the center will help address the region’s workforce challenges.

He says it will also provide students with a cost-effective education and training.

“The Career and Innovation Center is a hub of opportunity, teaching the skills we need for the jobs we have open and getting students into great careers, all while providing an affordable education. That’s why we worked persistently with the Treasury Department to secure the $68 million CTE award for North Dakota, which was a key piece in making this project at NDSCS a reality to the benefit of both students and employers,” said Hoeven.

“By combining hands-on, career-focused education with cutting-edge technology, it will help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world skills. From robotics and AI to agriculture, health care, skilled trades and general education, the CIC will meet high demand workforce needs, ensuring students graduate job-ready while providing a steady talent pipeline for employers in the region.”