~ In a recent announcement, Governor Greg Abbott revealed that Temple College has been awarded a grant of $9.8 million from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) to establish a new Central Texas Chips Hub in Taylor. This marks the second TSIF grant given to a higher education institution in Texas.

According to Governor Abbott, this investment is a testament to the state's commitment to fostering innovation and technology. He stated, "Texas is where the next generation of innovation and technology is building, thanks to our skilled and growing workforce." He also emphasized the importance of hands-on workforce training provided by Temple College, which has been preparing students for high-demand careers for almost 100 years.

The Central Texas Chips Hub, which is being built in partnership with Texas A&M University‒Central Texas (TAMUCT), aims to provide skills training for individuals interested in pursuing careers in semiconductor manufacturing. This includes upskilling and reskilling programs for veterans and other members of the Central Texas community. Students will have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials, short-term certifications, an associate degree, and an onsite applied bachelor's degree with a focus on manufacturing and semiconductor technology.

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Temple College President Dr. Christy Ponce expressed her gratitude towards the Governor's Office and the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Consortium Executive Committee for their investment in the Central Texas Chips Hub. She stated, "By investing in education and workforce development, we are not only preparing our community for successful careers but also supporting the economic growth of Central Texas."

Senator Charles Schwertner also highlighted the significance of this investment in securing both economic future and national security for Central Texas. He said, "Central Texas is quickly becoming one of the most important semiconductor corridors in the nation...Supporting the Chips Hub at Temple College ensures Texans will power the next generation of technological innovation."

Representative Caroline Harris Davila echoed similar sentiments, stating that this grant will help turn the vision of the Central Texas Chips Hub into a reality. She also emphasized the positive impact it will have on students and the semiconductor industry in Texas.

Temple College Vice President of Workforce Development DeDe Griffith provided more details about the training programs that will be offered at the hub. She stated, "The new Temple College and TAMUCT co-designed and co-delivered semiconductor and advanced manufacturing pathway will include industry-recognized credentials, short-term workforce training, dual credit, a military transition training program, stackable credentials, an associate degree, and a bachelor of applied science all focused on semiconductor manufacturing and beyond."

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The Central Texas Chips Hub will also serve as a testbed for research and will be available at both Temple College's main campus in Temple and its campus in Taylor, which is just a few miles from Samsung.

This grant is made possible by the Texas CHIPS Act, which was signed into law by Governor Abbott in 2023. The act established the TSIF grant program to support semiconductor research, design, and manufacturing in Texas. It also created the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Consortium to further develop expertise and capacity in this industry. These programs are administered by the Texas CHIPS Office within the Governor's Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office.

With this investment in Temple College's Central Texas Chips Hub, Governor Abbott and his team are confident that it will not only benefit students but also contribute to the state's position as a leader in semiconductor manufacturing.

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