<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2FR2qm_0uXCACMo00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2FR2qm_0uXCACMo00" width="1200" height="600" >Blytheville, Ark. (KAIT) - A recent event in Mississippi County marked one class’ first graduation from a notable program.The event was held on Friday, July 18, and took place at the Holiday Inn in Blytheville. It brought together members of the community to commemorate the achievement of the state’s inaugural graduates from the Master Millwright program, a collaborative effort between Arkansas Northeastern College and Mississippi County.As outlined in the press release, this program is the sole one of its kind within the state.The CEO of Lexicon expressed his pride in the master millwright program, which was established as a workforce training partnership between ANC and the company.“We call it Lexicon University where we are giving people the skills necessary to be better in their trade or to be better in whatever aspect of our business therein,” said Patrick Schueck, CEO of Lexicon.He spoke of the gratification felt from witnessing students successfully navigate the challenges of a rigorous course, balancing the demands of work, family, and personal commitments while excelling in their studies.“They completed these classes while continuing to work, a lot of them have family, family activities, a lot of them have children,” said Schueck.Reflecting on their experiences, graduates Joseph Carvona, Juan Rodriguez, and Trayshun Tate emphasized how the program enhanced their worker skills, underscoring its value to prospective steelworkers.With one graduate expressing excitement for the future, all three conveyed their gratitude for the program’s impact.“The future is Lexicon. Until I retire that’s where I’ll be,” said Cordova.“A lot of people don’t have the privilege and I’m actually thankful,” said Tate.“You learn a lot of good things on this process and it’s going to help you later on,” said Rodriguez.The Mississippi County judge, lauded the program as a valuable addition to the county, citing its potential to foster a safer work environment and cultivate a high-caliber workforce, specifically benefiting the steel industry.“It’s going to make a safer work environment and a better-quality group of workforce,” said Judge John Nelson, the Mississippi County Judge.Lexicon’s Maintenance Manager, William Roach underscored his passionate commitment to educational initiatives and expressed admiration for the company’s momentous growth.“The growth is incredible, and I love being on the ride,” said Roach.The event highlighted the commendable collaboration between educational institutions andTo report a typo or correction, please click here.</div></body>

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Blytheville, Ark. (KAIT) - A recent event in Mississippi County marked one class’ first graduation from a notable program. The event was held on Friday, July 18, and took place at the Holiday Inn in Blytheville. It brought together members of the community to commemorate the achievement of the state’s inaugural graduates from the Master Millwright program, a collaborative effort between Arkansas Northeastern College and Mississippi County.

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Blytheville, Ark. (KAIT) - A recent event in Mississippi County marked one class’ first graduation from a notable program. The event was held on Friday, Ju

Workforce program celebrates first graduating class

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