SME Education Foundation

Since 1979, the SME Education Foundation has been one of the leading non-profits dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing education.

In September, the SME Education Foundation received a finalist award from Automation Alley for having the “Best Education Program of the Year.” The award honored the Foundation for its dedication to the advancement of grades K-16 manufacturing education – specifically for the Gateway Academy program and providing more then $29 million to youth programs, scholarships and awards.

Chapter 52 - Wichita Scholarship

History

In 1990, the Executive Committee of SME Wichita Chapter 52 made its first contribution for the creation of a scholarship endowment fund with the SME Education Foundation. Chapter 52 continues to add to this endowment as funds become available.

Criteria

A. All applicants must be seeking an associate's degree, bachelor's degree or graduate degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering, engineering technology, or industrial technology at an accredited public or private college or university in Kansas, Oklahoma or Missouri.

B. Scholarship applicants must possess an overall minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 point scale.

C. When making the selection of recipients, the scholarship committee will give consideration to the following preferences:

First preference will be given to scholarship applicants who are a child, grandchild, or relative of a current SME Wichita Chapter No. 52 member.
Second preference will be given to scholarship applicants who reside within the state of Kansas, Oklahoma or Missouri.
Third preference will be given to scholarship applicants who are planning to attend a college or university located in the state of Kansas.

D. The scholarship can be used only as a credit toward books, fees, or tuition.