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Preparing the Next Generation of Cloud Engineers

The cloud engineering field  is experiencing rapid growth—and in turn,  creating ample job opportunities for students. However, many higher education institutions face challenges  producing learning content to meet this skill demand.

How can higher education institutions effectively prepare students for emerging career opportunities in cloud engineering? Attend this webinar to hear from industry experts Aisha Lawrey, Head of Global Education Programs, AWS Training & Certification and Lauren Muller, EMEA Director and Coursera for Campus Executive Sponsor. This discussion will dive deeper into topics introduced in the Preparing the Next Generation of Cloud Engineers e-book from AWS and Coursera, with the goal of helping higher ed leaders empower students with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience required to excel in the field of cloud engineering.

The webinar will explore emerging trends and insights including:

  • Best practices for incorporating cloud skills into your curriculum
  • Which skills are essential to support career outcomes for graduates
  • Strategies for engaging students throughout their journey

Presenters

Aisha Lawrey

Training & Certification Global Ambassador for Cloud Career Training Programs, AMER (North, Central, and South America), AWS

STEM advocate, Aisha Lawrey, has 25 years of experience. Her focus is on increasing the number of women and minorities in engineering. Aisha currently works for AWS (Amazon Web Services), as the Training & Certification Global Ambassador for Cloud Career Training Programs, AMER (North, Central, and South America). Prior to joining AWS, Aisha worked at the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (NACME), Inc. as the Senior Director, Programs and Scholarships. She was also the Director of Engineering Education with the American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME). She is currently an AAAS IFTHEN STEM Ambassador. Aisha obtained a Master of Public Policy and Administration from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology.

Lauren Muller

CMgr FCMI, EMEA Director and Coursera for Campus Executive Sponsor, Coursera

Lauren is the former Chief Executive Officer for the Group Holdings of the University of Applied Sciences Europe, with campus locations across Germany. Lauren is a Chartered Manager and is a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Lauren has developed extensive global education networks, while leading high-performance teams including senior academic leadership and operational teams across functions including Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Marketing, Enrolment, and Admissions.

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