About RISE
RISE (Reshaping Impact for Students and Employers) is an initiative to build connections between Wheeling-area students and local employers. Read more about our plans and sign up to join our mailing list.
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RISE is an initiative of local educators, employers, and community leaders to support students in their career development, increase local retention of graduates, and strengthen the workforce pipeline in the region.
We hope to address barriers that impede students’ ability to learn about career opportunities in the Ohio Valley or pursue internships, enhance collaboration between employers and education institutions, and build awareness of career options in local high school and college students
RISE is open to any employer, educator, or community member interested in enhancing the connections our local students have to employers. There are no membership dues or requirements.
Generally, RISE meets monthly. There will be additional events planned and there are subcommittees working on more specific projects.
Spring 2025 Meetings
- January 31, 2025, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
West Virginia Northern Community College
Topic: Artificial Intelligence
Zoom: 97521679684
February 28, 2025, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Wheeling University
Topic: Job Shadowing, Workplace Tours, and Mentoring
March 28, 2025, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Location to Be Determined
April 25, 2025, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Location to Be Determined
May 30, 2025, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Location to Be Determined
Prior Meeting Materials
Organizational Contacts Database
One of our goals is to compile a database of contact information from educational institutions and employers in order to foster relationship-building. Please choose the appropriate form below.
Educators: Complete this form to provide contact information for individuals at your institution.
Employers: Complete this form to provide contact information for staff in your departments.
Post Your Jobs and Internships
The Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce offers a free service for members and non-members to post their jobs and internships. Following the instructions below to do so. Click to download the graphic.
Sign Up for the RISE Mailing List
If you are not receiving RISE emails, sign up for our Constant Contact mailing list.