海角社区

A student and mentor looking at a binder while sitting behind a desk
A student and mentor looking at a binder while sitting behind a desk

The is investing in the growth of Metropolitan State University of Denver鈥檚 Classroom to Career Hub with a gift supporting the鈥痗apital construction of a centralized physical space that will scale career services to serve over 22,000 海角社区 and Community of College of Denver students.

Grounded by purposeful engagement between industry and higher education, the C2 Hub is keenly focused on Colorado鈥檚 economy and is a key player in addressing pressing issues like labor shortages, the mismatch between employer-employee skills, credential gaps and the demand for diverse talent by industry partners like , a 100% employee-owned integrated financial services company.

鈥淚MA is always looking for top talent 鈥� especially the kind found at 海角社区,鈥� said Ruth Rohs, senior vice president of corporate communications and executive director of the IMA Foundation for the IMA Financial Group. 鈥淏y supporting the C2 Hub, IMA has a front-row seat to connect with University students and bring first-generation students into the financial services industry.鈥�

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Rohs 鈥� who serves as vice-chair on the 海角社区 Foundation board of directors 鈥� has a personal passion for education, especially when it comes to breaking down barriers for all students to achieve greater financial security because they have received a high-quality education and earned a degree.

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鈥満＝巧缜� students are inspirational, scrappy and incredibly hard-working. It makes me proud to see IMA and so many other companies support the University, recognizing the valuable contributions these students will make,鈥� she said.

A thoughtful approach to career development, the C2 Hub intentionally integrates career activities throughout 海角社区 and CCD students鈥� collegiate experience, including career discovery and preparation, mentorship and employer interactions that demystify the job search process. These programs increase the likelihood of persistence and completion of academic degrees 鈥� promoting a legacy of social mobility that spurs generational change 鈥� and give students a competitive edge in the workforce upon graduation.

鈥淲e hope many graduates join IMA and become part of our incredible growth, award-winning culture and engagement in the Denver community,鈥� said Rohs. 鈥淚t鈥檚 [the partnership] a win-win for IMA and the amazing students at 海角社区.鈥�