Leaders from Davenport University in Grand Rapids and Ciena Healthcare in Southfield have formalized their commitment to continuing education and professional development with a signing ceremony on Feb. 5 at Ciena’s offices.
The agreement provides scholarship opportunities for employees of the nursing and rehabilitation company and their family members.
Ciena offers a full spectrum of services, from short-term rehabilitation needs to long-term nursing care. It employs more than 11,000 people at locations throughout the Midwest and Southeast.
The Corporate Partner Scholarship Program at Davenport offers up to $8,000 per year in scholarships to Ciena employees and up to $6,500 per year to their spouses and children up to the age of 29. There is also a 20% discount on professional development certificates and certifications through the Institute of Professional Excellence (IPEx).
Davenport University President Richard J. Pappas attended the signing ceremony and said the goal of the corporate partnership program is to create opportunities for companies to invest in their employees and their families.
“We believe that lifelong learning is essential to building a skilled, adaptable workforce,” says Pappas. “We are pleased to partner with Ciena Healthcare to support the education and professional development of their employees. By extending educational benefits to employees’ family members, this partnership helps remove barriers to higher education and supports long-term workforce and community stability.”
The executive director of Davenport’s IPEx, Daniel Rundhaug, and the executive campus director of Davenport’s Warren Campus, Susan Crkovski, attended the signing ceremony, along with representatives from Ciena.
“At Ciena, we are all about learning,” says David Parker, CEO of Ciena Healthcare. “We are committed to providing our staff and their families with opportunities to continue growing, developing new skills, and expanding their knowledge. This partnership reflects an investment in people and our mission to provide the best possible care while promoting the happiness of both our guests and staff members.”
To learn more about the Corporate Education Scholarship at Davenport for Ciena employees, visit here.
