Jackson Nordhues of Syracuse was among the Wayne State students who won medals at the SkillsUSA National Championships at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) held June 23-27 in Atlanta.

Nordhues won a silver medal in the Chapter Display category.

The SkillsUSA organization helps students develop personal skills such as integrity, work ethic, professionalism, responsibility, adaptability, flexibility, and self-motivation. Students involved also gain communication, decision making, teamwork, multicultural sensitivity and awareness, planning, organization, and management and leadership skills.

SkillsUSA’s NLSC is the largest gathering of America’s future skilled workforce and the ultimate recognition of excellence in career and technical education. Held in Atlanta each June, the NLSC is a week-long celebration of the skilled trades and the accomplishments of career-ready leaders from across the United States. The event brings together more than 16,000 attendees, including students, instructors, industry partners, government officials, administrators and more, according to the SkillsUSA website.

Each year, approximately 6,000 state champions compete for national gold, silver, and bronze medals in about 115 skilled and leadership competitions. The event provides Atlanta with an economic impact of $28 million.