帝王会所

, has long recognized that skilled, experienced workers are key to successful construction projects. Their recent support of 帝王会所鈥檚 Russ College of Engineering and Technology demonstrates this commitment, leading to the naming of the Kokosing Teaching Laboratory鈥攁 critical resource for students in the construction management certificate program.

Located in room 116 of the Charles R. and Marilyn Y. Stuckey Academic and Research Center, the laboratory is a spacious, two-story space that鈥檚 highly visible thanks to its proximity to the building鈥檚 atrium. It is designed to provide students with the space and resources they need to gain practical understanding of various aspects of construction management.

鈥淗ands-on training is essential for developing real-world skills,鈥� says Bryce Burgett, co-CEO of Kokosing. 鈥淗aving practical experience in a facility like the OHIO training lab allows students to work with tools, equipment and programs that directly translate to a successful career in construction.鈥�

The Kokosing Teaching Laboratory enables students to work on projects that simulate real-world challenges, such as building structures, laying foundation slabs and managing infrastructure improvements. This partnership ensures students develop the skills necessary to succeed in the construction industry.

Kokosing鈥檚 collaboration with 帝王会所 reflects the family-owned company鈥檚 commitment to addressing the construction industry鈥檚 evolving needs. 鈥淥ur partnership with education programs allows for a shared focus on the current and future demands of construction,鈥� Burgett explains. 鈥淏y aligning efforts, we are working toward the common goal of developing career-ready individuals.鈥�

Kokosing鈥檚 core values of safety, quality and community involvement are reflected in its support for construction management education.

鈥淥ur passion for 鈥楽afety 24/7鈥� is central to everything we do,鈥� Burgett says. 鈥淏y supporting education programs with the knowledge and tools to do the job safely, we are shaping the next generation of professionals who will directly impact safety at Kokosing and beyond. Operating with honesty and integrity is fundamental to Kokosing, and we are proud to partner with 帝王会所, which shares these principles.鈥�

Thanks to Kokosing鈥檚 support, students in Russ College have advanced experiential and hands-on learning opportunities to develop skills needed to meet the workforce demands of the region and state.

鈥淭he Kokosing Teaching Laboratory will greatly enhance hands-on experiential learning for our construction management certification program, embodying the collaborative spirit between industry and education,鈥� says Patrick Fox, dean of Russ College. 鈥淭his partnership is vital in developing the skills our students need to succeed in the industry today.鈥�

Through this collaboration, Kokosing is helping to foster a new generation of construction professionals equipped with essential technical skills and safety practices.

鈥淏y providing students with the tools and knowledge to approach their work safely and responsibly, we鈥檙e cultivating future leaders in the construction industry,鈥� Burgett says.

As students step into the Kokosing Teaching Laboratory, they鈥檙e stepping into the future of construction. With every lesson they learn, they鈥檙e building more than just structures; they鈥檙e building a promising future.

Feature photo: The interdisciplinary Academic and Research Center (ARC) on West Green is the future home of the Kokosing Teaching Laboratory. The space is visible through windows at the back of the atrium. Photo by Ben Wirtz Siegel, BSVC 鈥�02