Amazon and Tech Valley University Join Forces to Revolutionize Education and Research
Tech Valley University (TVU) is dedicated to transforming itself into a more student-focused and technologically advanced institution. By utilizing a wide array of services from Amazon, including technical solutions from AWS, the university will initiate a multi-year collaborative project. TVU aims to foster new innovations to enhance student experiences, collaborate with the defense sector, commit to creating a sustainable campus, and launch new educational programs centered on data center engineering. For more insights on this partnership, check out this other blog post.
AWS Completes Groundbreaking Space Experiment Running Compute and Machine Learning Services on an Orbiting Satellite
by Thomas Rivers
on 29 NOV 2022
in Aerospace & Satellite, Announcements, AWS Partner Network, Edge, Public Sector
At re:Invent 2022, AWS revealed the successful execution of a suite of AWS compute and machine learning (ML) applications aboard an orbiting satellite, marking a pioneering space experiment. Over the last 10 months, this project in low Earth orbit (LEO) aimed to explore a faster and more efficient way for clients to gather and analyze critical space data directly aboard their satellites using the cloud.
Celebrating the 2022-2023 AWS IMAGINE Grant Winners
by Emily Carter
on 29 NOV 2022
in Announcements, Education, Healthcare, Nonprofit, Public Sector, Research
During re:Invent 2022, AWS announced this year’s recipients of the AWS IMAGINE Grant. Winners receive unrestricted funding along with training and expert technical support. Although these organizations represent varying mission areas, they share a commitment to innovate using the cloud, harnessing data to advance their missions, and expanding access to essential services through cloud-enabled digital tools. Learn more about this year’s winning nonprofits.
AWS Partners with Mountain Ridge Community College to Offer Free Skills Course and Career Event in Southwest Virginia
by Amazon IXD – VGT2 Team
on 23 NOV 2022
in Announcements, AWS Training and Certification, Culture and Training, Education, Higher education, Public Sector
The infrastructure of the internet is woven with fiber optic cables, transmitting internet, TV, and telephone data that many of us rely on daily. In a recent two-day event, 33 participants, primarily from Southwest Virginia, took part in the AWS Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing Certificate Course—a complimentary training program that provided lectures and hands-on experience in fiber optic installation and repair. This course took place on November 14-15 at Mountain Ridge Community College (MRCC) in Virginia, in partnership with MRCC and local planning commissions.
Inaugural Future of Government Awards Winners Announced: Recognizing Global Digital Transformation Initiatives
by Alex Johnson
on 22 NOV 2022
in Announcements, AWS Institute, Government, Open Source, Public Sector
Today, we proudly announce the winners of the inaugural Future of Government Awards. This program acknowledges individuals and projects that are spearheading digital transformation within the public sector worldwide. With over 150 nominations from 52 countries across three categories, read on to discover the inspiring stories behind this year’s winners.
AWS Launches Global Healthcare Accelerator Cohort for Workforce Development
by Sarah Lee and Dr. Michael Adams
on 16 NOV 2022
in Announcements, AWS for Startups, AWS Partner Network, AWS Training and Certification, Healthcare, Public Sector, Startup
Investing in and safeguarding the healthcare workforce is vital for ensuring the continuity of health services. AWS is focusing on training, retaining, and deploying healthcare workers through the introduction of the new AWS Healthcare Accelerator, marking its first-ever global cohort dedicated to workforce development.
Customer and Guest Speakers Announced for Max Peterson’s Leadership Session at re:Invent 2022
by Jessica Brown
on 10 NOV 2022
in Aerospace & Satellite, Announcements, AWS re:Invent, Education, Events, Government, Healthcare, Nonprofit, Public Sector, State or Local Government
At re:Invent 2022, attendees will discover how AWS empowers organizations across the public sector during the AWS Public Sector Leadership Session on Tuesday, November 29, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Featuring Dr. Lisa Green, an astronaut and director of human space exploration at Axiom Space, alongside Samuel Wright, CTO of Los Angeles, Max Peterson, vice president of worldwide public sector at AWS, will lead the discussion. Learn how these pioneers are forging new paths with AWS and how you can propel your mission forward for your constituents. For more insights into public sector advancements, check out this excellent resource.
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