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Texas Christian University (TCU) and Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) announced the launch of a new workforce development initiative, the Texas Advanced Certificate in Textiles for Innovation and Composites (TACTIC).
It is designed to prepare students and workers for careers in advanced textiles, soft-goods engineering and next-generation manufacturing. In partnership with AFFOA and Tarrant County College, TCU is creating a workforce training agenda as well as testing and standards programs.
“What I love about this partnership is not only what it makes possible for our students but for our community,” says Charles Freeman, Ph.D., professor and department chair of fashion merchandising for TCU’s College of Fine Arts. “Being an engaged partner with the city and the region is important to TCU, and this partnership will be really impactful for Fort Worth and beyond.”
“Texas is a critical region for U.S. manufacturing, especially in textiles and advanced materials. The TACTIC program at TCU will significantly impact the area by equipping the next generation of workers with the skills and education needed to build successful careers in manufacturing,” says Sasha Stolyarov, CEO of AFFOA. “We look forward to ongoing collaboration with TCU and to addressing the industry’s pressing gaps to strengthen American manufacturing resiliency.”