About Our Programs

Established in 2021, Lock 4 provides non-traditional age students with access to education and the opportunity to develop skills needed to enter the tech workforce

This program offers individuals the opportunity to earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate and CompTIA A+ Certification through a hybrid model program. The program consists of an online course which will begin in early September, and includes a once/week in-person focused on course review and professional development. Applications are being reviewed now.

For more information about the program, please email erie21@lemoyne.edu.

Develop skills in two of the fastest-growing, on-demand industries by enrolling in one of our ERIE21 Certificate Programs in Cybersecurity Fundamentals or Computer Programming.

Meet Our Team

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  • ojakd@lemoyne.edu
  • Hometown: Brookville, Pennsylvania
  • Current town: Syracuse, New York
  • Why I enjoy being a part of ERIE21:
    Central New York and its people have so much potential, and being able to help them realize that is incredibly fulfilling. I love having the opportunity to connect with students, employers, partners, and everyone in between to help them collaborate on ways to build and strengthen our region. ERIE21 is fast-paced and innovative, with a dedicated, passionate, and hard-working team. It’s a great place to be!
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  • websteny@lemoyne.edu
  • Hometown: Syracuse, New York
  • Current town: Syracuse, New York
  • Why I enjoy being a part of ERIE21:
    Working with the ERIE21 allows me to meet and build relationships with people from across the city. I am most invigorated by all that I learn from each person, from wellness techniques and puzzles to fundamental concepts in Cybersecurity. It is a pleasure to engage with people, who are dedicated to education, technology, supporting their made and biological families, as well as the broader community. I am continuously inspired!
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  • perkioja@lemoyne.edu
  • Hometown: Farmington Hills, Michigan
  • Current Town: Liverpool, New York
  • Why I enjoy being a part of ERIE21:
    I love helping people realize and achieve their goals. The ERIE21 program allows me to build meaningful relationships with our working, learning, and local organizations to help strengthen the greater Syracuse community.
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  • melarala@lemoyne.edu
  • Hometown: Utica, New York
  • Current town: Liverpool, New York
  • Why I enjoy being a part of ERIE21:
    ERIE21 is a highly innovative community-based program that reaches students from middle school through working learners. I am so happy to be a part of this mission-driven, innovative and smart team that is elevating our region. My work with the students is the best part of every day!
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Questions? Let's Get in Touch

Kate Oja

Associate Director & Program Manager
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