Tyson Foods Celebrates One Year of Providing Tuition-Free Education for all U.S. Team Members
July 06 2023 - 10:27AM
Tyson Foods recently celebrated its first year of providing
tuition-free education for all U.S. team members through its Upward
Academy Online program in partnership with career opportunity
company Guild.
As part of the one year milestone, Tyson Foods is also
announcing a new partnership with the University of Arkansas, the
flagship post-secondary school in the company’s home state, to
offer six new programs that include degrees and certificates in
general business, supply chain management and human resources
management, in addition to other professional certifications.
"The University of Arkansas is proud to partner with Tyson Foods
and Guild to provide transformative, career-enhancing educational
opportunities to Tyson team members in Arkansas and across the
nation," said Chancellor Charles Robinson, University of
Arkansas. “We love to see students of all educational paths shine,
and this is just one way we can empower working professionals to
reach their career goals.”
Since the expansion of Upward Academy one year ago to include
access to Guild’s online Career Opportunity Platform™, more than
2,800 of the company’s employees are enrolled in a variety of
programs that are provided by more than 35 accredited universities,
colleges and professional training providers.
“We’re investing in the future of our team members and providing
the tools and resources they need to be successful, both personally
and professionally,” said Donnie King, president and CEO, Tyson
Foods. “Whether they’re learning a new language, earning a college
degree or gaining skills to help build their career, this program
is helping our team members thrive.”
More than 13,000 Tyson Foods team members have engaged with the
program and become Guild members since the program launched in
2022. By becoming Guild members, they are able to connect with a
Guild coach to discuss their professional goals, access career
resources, and explore programs connected to in-demand roles within
the company.
Sixty-seven new learning and education programs including
agriculture and sustainability, cybersecurity and data analytics,
have been added this year. Bachelor degrees in nursing, Spanish and
French language programs and professional certificates in
automation, nanotechnology and management leadership are also
available.
Personal and professional growth for its team members has
remained a top priority for the company since the inception of
Upward Academy in 2016. Originally designed as an onsite adult
education program, Tyson Foods recognized the growing need for
expanded education offerings to improve career mobility
opportunities. By partnering with Guild, the company is able to
give employees a convenient and accessible way to achieve their
career goals.
“Upward Academy Online is a great program because Tyson Foods
pays for it in its entirety, and classes are online, making it more
accessible for full-time team members,” said Petrit Kwa, electrical
technician at the Tyson Foods Waterloo, Iowa facility. “You can
stay home and complete coursework through your phone…even though
you have a family, you’re still able to do it. This is the type of
opportunity I've been waiting for ever since I came to the
U.S.”
“Guild is honored to work alongside Tyson Foods as they invest
in learning and career mobility opportunities for their team
members,” said Rachel Romer, CEO, Guild. “As we enter the second
year of our partnership, we look forward to seeing the continued
advancement of team members as they progress on their learning and
career journeys.”
To learn more about Upward Academy Online and the benefits
available to Tyson Foods team members, please visit
tyson.guildeducation.com.
About Tyson Foods, Inc. Tyson
Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) is one of the world’s largest food
companies and a recognized leader in protein. Founded in 1935 by
John W. Tyson and grown under four generations of family
leadership, the Company has a broad portfolio of products and
brands like Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®,
Wright®, Aidells®, ibp® and State Fair®. Headquartered in
Springdale, Arkansas, the Company had approximately 142,000 team
members on October 1, 2022. Through its Core Values, Tyson Foods
strives to operate with integrity, create value for its
shareholders, customers, communities and team members and serve as
a steward of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it.
Visit www.tysonfoods.com.
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