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Category: Columbia Community

Columbia Helps Stomp No More to "Stomp Out Crime"

April 15, 2025 by Westinghouse Electric Company

Categories: Columbia Community

Westinghouse served as a top corporate sponsor for Stomp No More’s “Stomp Out Crime” community day. This non-profit organization marks 4 years of community outreach, service, and crime prevention with a day celebrating healing, hope, and support for community members. Stomp No More is dedicated to connecting the community with law enforcement, local organizations, and neighbors in hopes of building safer and stronger communities, and CFFF was honored to be a part of this initiative.

Columbia Facility Partners with Hopkins Middle School in AVID College Prep

Categories: Columbia Community

Westinghouse is partnering with Hopkins Middle School to educate students in the AVID program. AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination and is a rigorous college prep program designed for students who excel in reading and math. Engineers from Westinghouse educated students on 3D printing, operating a flight simulator, and discussing future plans on careers in science and technology. 

Columbia judges Gadsden Elementary School's Black History Program

March 27, 2025 by Westinghouse Electric Company

Categories: Columbia Community

CFFF was honored to serve as a judge for Gadsden Elementary School’s Black History program. The program consisted of each grade level showcasing their talents and knowledge about prominent figures in Black history. The students were judged on their performance, costumes, and creativity.

   

Columbia hosts first Community Meet & Greet

March 27, 2025 by Westinghouse Electric Company

Categories: Columbia Community

Westinghouse CFFF hosted its first Community Meet & Greet. This successful event drew members of the site and community to learn more about Westinghouse. Employees shared information about the current facility, LEU+, Environmental Impacts, and Community Engagement.  Community members were informed and were able to ask questions for better knowledge and understanding about the site.

   

     

Columbia Sponsor in the South Carolina Championship VEX Robotics Competition

March 27, 2025 by Westinghouse Electric Company

Categories: Columbia Community

CFFF was thrilled to be a sponsor in the South Carolina Championship VEX Robotics Competition.  This event supports both middle and high school students by supporting STEM education.  There were 32 middle school teams and 40 high school teams from all over the state of South Carolina that participated, showcasing their skills and talents on building robots.