IYRS School of Technology & Trades is expanding its Marine Systems Program with new equipment and training enhancements to meet rising industry demand and provide more students with high-quality, job-ready maritime education.
IYRS goes 1-on-1 with '23 Composites Alum Jack Gordon.
IYRS Marine Systems Alumni Christian Schade Receives One of ABYC's Outstanding Technician Awards.
IYRS Marine Systems students take a tour of three Rhode Island Safe Harbor Marinas, learning about the industry and future potential landing spots.
IYRS is hosting an Early Bird Earth Day Cleanup on April 15 from noon-2pm at IYRS, located at 449 Thames Street in Newport. The event is made possible with a Litter-Free Rhode Island microgrant.
IYRS School of Technology & Trades participates for first time in 401 Gives on 4/1
IYRS is proud to announce the establishment of the Glo Tech Scholarship Fund, created in February 2025 in honor of Gloria Aurora Borrego, a pioneering leader in marine systems. This scholarship will support female graduates of IYRS and industry professionals seeking career advancement in the marine trades and advanced manufacturing technology sectors.
IYRS is proud to announce The Wailers Featuring Junior Marvin will be headlining the Summer Gala on 7/12
"Being young is an advantage" Catch up with Digital Modeling and Fabrication alum Sam Lapham who came straight from high school to IYRS and within nine months was right in the workforce.
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