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ASU, Mexico advance CHIPS Act support

‘Train-the-trainer’ workshop begins foundation for semiconductor education By Jerry Gonzalez | July 31, 2023 ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInEmail The objective of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed in Tempe in November to integrate Mexico into the semiconductor industry in support of the CHIPS Act got underway recently with a “train-the-trainer” course to prepare instructors who will educate the future semiconductor workforce. The workshop, […]

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12 PH Universities Join the ITSI Semiconductor Workshop Kickoff Session

The Board of Investments (BOI) and the Arizona State University (ASU) gathered 51 faculty members from 12 educational institutions in the Philippines to participate in the ITSI Semiconductor Faculty Certification Program in-country Workshop from December 9 to 13, 2024. The workshop was conducted to enhance academe’s curricula and develop a stable talent pipeline that meets […]

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Department of State and ASU host Government Leaders Forum to strengthen semiconductor supply chains

Representatives from Costa Rica, Vietnam and the Philippines part of 3-day forum in Tempe As the global demand for semiconductors accelerates — with projections reaching $1 trillion by 2030 — Arizona State University, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, hosted the Government Leaders Forum to address challenges and opportunities in building resilient semiconductor […]

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Department of State and ASU announce new initiative to build resilient international microelectronics supply chain

University also signs new agreement with government ministries in Costa Rica ASU President Michael Crow (left) shakes hands with Ramin Toloui, assistant secretary for the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, in Washington, D.C. Photo courtesy the U.S. Department of State February 20, 2024 ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInEmail Well known by now […]

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ASU launches course to bolster North American semiconductor workforce

Mexico’s ambassador to the US hosts event in DC to announce important step By Jerry Gonzalez | October 04, 2023 ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInEmail A new online course to teach Mexican engineers English language specific to the semiconductor industry launched Monday at an event hosted by the Embassy of Mexico, held in Washington, D.C., and virtually. Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragán praised Arizona State […]

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U.S. CHIPS ACT FUNDS TO SUPPORT SEMICONDUCTOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT IN COSTA RICA

By U.S. EMBASSY SAN JOSE 4 MINUTE READ FEBRUARY 20, 2024 PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, February 20, 2024 The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, has awarded $13.8 million to Arizona State University (ASU) under the CHIPS Act International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund. “This announcement supports Costa Rica’s effort […]

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Ministry of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica

Linkedin 21,867 followers MICITT and COMEX formalized a collaboration with Arizona State University. This agreement marks a crucial step towards competitiveness, talent development, promotion of innovation and technological development in 🇨🇷. Link: Ministry of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica

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ASU assists Panamanian microelectronics development efforts

Eduardo Ortega Barría (left), Panamanian national secretary of science, technology and innovation, and Chris Howard (center), executive vice president and chief operating officer of Arizona State University, sign an agreement between Arizona State University and the Panamanian government to assist in the country’s microelectronics workforce development with Cecilia Mata (right), chair of the Arizona Board […]

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DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCE NEW ITSI INITIATIVE

By U.S. MISSION VIETNAM 4 MINUTE READ FEBRUARY 21, 2024 February 20, 2024    This week, the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, awarded a $13.8 million cooperative agreement (CA) to Arizona State University (ASU) under the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, created by the CHIPS Act of 2022.  This new […]

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Top State Department official visits ASU to kick off international semiconductor supply chain initiative

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John Ball

Instructional Designer Principal

Currently John is working as an Instructional Designer Principal for Global Outreach and Extended Education focusing on work with the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Program. This work involves assisting faculty from six different countries in creating semiconductor credentialing programs in their home universities.

Emilia Franco

Communications Specialist

Emilia Franco is the Communications Specialist for the ITSI Project at Arizona State University (ASU). She leads the development and implementation of communication strategies, including social media campaigns, event promotion, and content creation, to amplify the project’s impact across global regions.

Huyen Nguyen

Program Coordinator, Indo-Pacific Region

Huyen Nguyen is the Program Coordinator, Indo-Pacific Region for the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. Huyen supports the coordination and implementation of ISTI activities in the Indo-Pacific region countries.

Ha Mai

Data Analyst

Ha Mai serves as Data Analyst in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project. Ha supports the collection and management of ITSI project datasets, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

Melissa Stine

Program Manager, Americas Region

Melissa Stine is the Program Manager of Strategic Initiatives in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Program Manager, Americas Region, for the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project, overseeing the implementation of project activities within the Americas Region countries.

Dung Le

Program Manager, Indo-Pacific Region

Dung Le serves as Program Manager, Indo-Pacific Region for the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), overseeing the implementation of project activities within the Indo-Pacific region countries.

Thai Tran

Sr. Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation

Thai Tran serves as Sr. Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project. Thai oversees the comprehensive quality assurance of all ITSI project deliverables, ensuring activities meet project KPIs and align with the established quality criteria.

Jesús Silva

Associate Director of Program Operations

Jesús Silva Elizalde serves as the Associate Director of Operations for the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chains Project in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU). Leveraging vast USAID, Chips Act, and semiconductor experience, Jesús oversees the implementation of all ITSI activities.

Jose Quiroga

Managing Director

Jose A. Quiroga is the Director of Global Development in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering (FSE) at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Managing Director of the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chains Project at ASU, funded by the US Department of State through the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund. This program aims to enhance workforce capabilities within semiconductor assembly, testing, and packaging (ATP) operations across key partner countries. By prioritizing workforce development activities, the initiative seeks to create a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals essential for the semiconductor industry’s growth and resilience.

Jeffrey Goss

Principal Investigator

Jeffrey Goss is a prominent leader in global and professional development, holding roles as Associate Vice Provost SE Asia, Executive Director, and Assistant Dean in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU). With over 25 years of experience, he has significantly impacted STEM education and workforce development globally. Mr. Goss is Principal Investigator for the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund. His leadership has advanced STEM education and strengthened supply chains in the Americas and Indo-Pacific, enhancing global semiconductor ecosystems.