SME Education Foundation

Don't miss your chance to hear from inspiring 30 Under 30 winners as they share their journeys to becoming #leaders in their fields! ?? Date: Wednesday, March 26 ? Time: 2-3 p.m. ET REGISTER NOW: https://brnw.ch/21wRkfn Do you know a rising star who deserves #recognition? #Nominations for the 2025 30 Under 30 program are now open! Nominate here: https://brnw.ch/21wRkfo #SMEMembership #SME #30Under30 #Manufacturing #Engineering #InspiringLeaders

Fueling Dreams with Scholarships! At the SME Education Foundation, we’re proud to partner with the PPG Foundation to help #students pursue their future in #manufacturing with life-changing #scholarships. As Malesia Dunn from PPG shares: "We don’t want [college] costs to be a barrier to pursuing what could be a fantastic #career in #STEM.” With support from partners like PPG, we’re breaking down financial barriers and empowering future #innovators. ?? Read the highlight: https://brnw.ch/21wR81v #Education #Investinginthefuture #SMEEducationFoundation #PPG

??? New Podcast Episode Alert! Dive into an inspiring conversation with SME Education Foundation VP and #mentor Robert Komljenovic and his mentee Hailey Kressin on the latest episode of Advancing the Future of #Manufacturing podcast! Discover how the SME Bright Minds Student #Mentorship program is transforming lives by connecting #scholarship winners with industry professionals. This program is all about fostering growth, learning, and creating invaluable #networking opportunities. ?? Tune in now! https://lnkd.in/gR7CHYti

At Bryan County High School, students are gearing up for successful careers in manufacturing through the SME PRIME program. By partnering with local manufacturers like Hyundai Motor America and Daniel Defense, LLC, students gain hands-on experience in mechatronics, robotics, and more. The program equips students with industry-recognized certifications, practical skills, and real-world knowledge, setting them up for a smooth transition into high-demand manufacturing careers. ??????Check out this latest story by Bryan County News to learn how SME PRIME is shaping future talent in Bryan County, GA: https://brnw.ch/21wR1rx #STEM #ManufacturingCareers #Education

??? Big things are happening at the SME Education Foundation! From empowering students with hands-on learning to building game-changing industry partnerships, we’re shaping the future of manufacturing. Our latest quarterly report is packed with the impact we’ve made, and the mission driving us forward. ?? See what we’ve been up to and how you can be part of the movement! https://brnw.ch/21wQYsu #SMEEducationFoundation #SME #EmpoweringTheNextGeneration #FutureofManufacturing #WorkforceDevelopment

?? It's Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day! ?? Today, we're celebrating the bright young women who are shaping the future of engineering and manufacturing. Meet Lilly McCarley, a senior at Kearsley Community Schools in Flint, MI, whose journey with SME PRIME? has sparked a passion for design and technology. Lilly’s story highlights the importance of programs like SME PRIME in empowering the next generation of women in manufacturing and engineering. You can read more of Lilly's story here: ??https://brnw.ch/21wQPCa Kearsley Community Schools #IntroduceAGirlToEngineeringDay #WomenInSTEM #EmpoweringTheFuture #NextGenEngineers #Education #GirlsInEngineering #Workforce #Manufacturing

Building Opportunities, Changing Lives ? In the 1970s, Asaad and Neran Kalasho emigrated from Iraq to Detroit with a vision: to create engineering-focused opportunities for students from war-torn regions. Fast forward to 2024, an award for a SME PRIME? program at Invest Schools helped turn that vision into reality . As their son, Dylan Kalasho said, “SME PRIME is the type of program that doesn’t just get you started—it’s there for the long run.” With hands-on training, SME PRIME is opening doors for the next generation of innovators. ?? Read the inspiring story and how SME PRIME is making a difference: https://brnw.ch/21wQxOT #Education #FutureOfWork #FutureTalent #Manufacturing #EmpoweringTheNextGeneration #SME

We're excited to see the impact of our SME PRIME program at Waverly High School, where students are gaining hands-on experience and preparing for thriving careers in manufacturing! ?? Through SME PRIME, Waverly is equipping the next generation of skilled talent with the knowledge and expertise they need to succeed in one of the fastest-growing industries. Thank you to all the educators, students, and partners (including Michigan Manufacturers Association) who are helping to shape the future of manufacturing! Check out the full story by FOX 47 (WSYM) on how Waverly Community School District is leading the way in workforce development in their community. ?? https://brnw.ch/21wQonW #ManufacturingCareers #FutureWorkforce #STEMEducation #SkilledTrades #Education

?? Deadline to apply for scholarships is tomorrow, February 1st! Don’t miss your opportunity to fund your future with a scholarship from the SME Education Foundation! By filling out ONE application you’ll be applying to all scholarships that you’re eligible for. ?? Apply today at https://brnw.ch/21wQnNN #SMEEducationFoundation #SME #FutureTalent #Education #Manufacturing #CareerPathways

Celebrate National Mentorship Month by exploring how our Bright Minds Mentorship Program connects students with industry experts who inspire the next generation of manufacturing leaders. ??