Tim Krupicka - Director of Workforce & Community Education at Wayne State College

Tim Krupicka is the Director of Workforce & Community Education at Wayne State College. He discusses his current role in the Grand Island Career Scholars Program, his extensive background in education, and his reflections on his time as principal at Grand Island Northwest High School. He emphasizes the importance of creating internship opportunities for students, the challenges facing Grand Island, particularly in housing, and the potential for the community to grow as a hub for young professionals. Tim shares insights on the rewarding aspects of working with students and the need for collaboration between education and local businesses to foster talent development.0:00 Introduction3:35 How the career scholars program works7:40 Early days in education12:36 Days as principal at Grand Island Northwest High School25:01 Thoughts on the community of Grand Island34:10 Potential and challenges for Grand Island46:39 Message to young people in Grand Island