Much of the capabilities of the modern technologies that are driving the success of many of today’s high-tech industries and bolstering national economies are a result of advanced microchip manufacturing. It’s why the island nation of Taiwan is vital to many larger countries such as the U.S., and Arizona specifically. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., or TSMC, Taiwan’s leading industrial giant, is erecting a massive complex in Arizona that will include the company’s most advanced technology in the U.S. Kyle Squires, dean of the Fulton Schools, comments on how such expansions have also been motivating the U.S. to maintain its share of the semiconductor manufacturing market.

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Arizona Republic, September 30. Kyle Squires comments on how the stage is set for the greater Phoenix area to be part of the semiconductor industry boom.

An ‘inviting place’: How Arizona emerged as a leader in the US semiconductor revival
Arizona Republic, September 25. Kyle Squires estimates that most of the 33,000 students enrolled  in the Fulton Schools would qualify for careers in the semiconductor industry.

Arizona’s semiconductor industry: What to know about the booming field
Arizona Republic, September 24. The high demand for engineers, including Fulton Schools graduates.