Cisco Networking Academy

The Next One Billion Lives

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The Next One Billion Lives

Last week, Cisco shared the news that we’ve achieved our ten-year goal to positively impact one billion lives through the Cisco Foundation, Social Impact grants, and Networking Academy – one year ahead of schedule. As the leaders of these organizations, we’ve never been prouder of the extraordinary work of our teams and our global nonprofit partners, and the contributions of leaders and employees across our company in innovating to help solve the world’s greatest challenges….

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Cisco expands support to Tribal Colleges and Universities

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Cisco expands support to Tribal Colleges and Universities

This post was authored by Alice Sanchez, a Customer and Partner Experience software architect and global co-lead of Cisco’s Native American Network (NAN). Lac Court Oreille Ojibwe University As I stood on the campus of Lac Court Oreille Ojibwe University (LCOOU), I was filled with pride to be representing not just Cisco but also the Native/Indigenous community. I was there for the signing of a new partnership to support the university and its students, enabled by…

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Sharing the Cisco Networking Academy Vision

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Sharing the Cisco Networking Academy Vision

December 3 marks the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPwD). Treating all people equitably is about more than justice. Inclusivity means that everyone can achieve their true potential, which is a benefit to society as a whole. Inclusivity is at the core of Cisco Networking Academy, but challenges remain. Merely collecting data about people with disabilities is a challenge, however. The Washington Group on Disability Statistics was established in 2001 to address the…

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Trading Nouns and Adjectives for Variables and Function Calls

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Trading Nouns and Adjectives for Variables and Function Calls

Career transformations take multiple forms and can occur at any stage of life. Technology is a great path for people who want to try something new, and Cisco Learning and Certifications offers an array of tools to help curious individuals grow their careers.  Nate Haleen’s story is a perfect example of career transformation into tech. Five years ago, Nate was in the prefectures of Japan teaching English to local students. Today Nate is the software…

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Cisco Networking Academy helps veterans with career transition programs

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Cisco Networking Academy helps veterans with career transition programs

Defense personnel are often unsung heroes—potentially putting their lives on the line to serve their communities. Giving back to those who choose to serve, or are transitioning out of the armed forces, is clearly the right thing to do. We’re proud that Cisco Networking Academy partners with organizations around the world looking after the unique needs of current and former military service people. Training-up down under Soldier On is a not-for-profit organization delivering support services…

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Cisco Networking Academy introduces Professional Skills – empowering tomorrow’s leaders

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Cisco Networking Academy introduces Professional Skills – empowering tomorrow’s leaders

Cisco Networking Academy started with a vision to develop the workforce of the future, one student at a time. Over the years, we have developed and launched technical courses in networking, cybersecurity, data science, and more, turning our vision into a reality. Technical skills alone are not enough Problem-solving skills, the ability to work on a team, and communication skills were listed among the top five attributes employers look for on a candidate’s resume in…

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