Shelton State Community College Announces AAMA Scholarship Award Recipients
December 6, 2021 – The Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and Alabama Community College System (ACCS) have partnered to provide scholarships, as well as mentors, to students who want to pursue a technical education certificate or associate degree in the automotive manufacturing industry. The scholarship program was designed to build interest in the exciting and rewarding careers the automotive industry offers.
Applicants must use the scholarship toward one of the 15 following declared majors of study or another automotive-related program: Advanced Manufacturing Technology; Auto Service/Autobody Repair Technology; Automotive Manufacturing Technology; Automotive Service Technology; Computer Numerical Control; Electrical Technology; Engineering Technology; Industrial Electronics Technology; Industrial Maintenance Technology/AMT/Industrial Systems; Injection Molding; Logistics; Machine Shop/Tool Technology; Mechanical Design Technology; Mechatronics; or Welding Technology.
The following Shelton State Community College students have been awarded scholarships to pursue a technical education certificate or associate degree:
David Zane Boyd, Shelton State Community College, Machine Shop/Tool Technology
David Matthew LaFave, Shelton State Community College, Machine Shop/Tool Technology
Nicholas James Overton, Shelton State Community College, Industrial Electronics Technology
Jenna Ellynn Peitsch, Shelton State Community College, Industrial Electronics Technology
Patrick Deslandes Rincher, Shelton State Community College, Industrial Electronics Technology
Dillon Monroe Sudduth, Shelton State Community College, Machine Shop/Tool Technology
John Brandon Taylor, Shelton State Community College, Machine Shop/Tool Technology
Nicholas Ware, Shelton State Community College, Machine Shop/Tool Technology
James Gary Warren, Shelton State Community College, Machine Shop/Tool Technology
Austin Wilder, Shelton State Community College, Computer Numerical Control
The scholarship covers up to $3,600 ($1,800 for two semesters within the current fiscal year, spring, summer, or fall 2022) of tuition, fees, and books associated with the approved programs of study listed above.
A vital member of the Alabama Community College System, Shelton State Community College is committed to creating new opportunities for West Alabama. “With a renewed focus on meeting the needs of its customers, the College offers innovative solutions and an enhanced approach to customized education, training, and community impact,” states President Brad Newman. “Collectively, we will be excellent in each!”
Be part of the new vision for our shared community. Visit sheltonstate.edu to learn more or apply.