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.
SME Winner's Circle - 2007 Joseph F. Novek Award
This award was established in 2003 as the result of a gift from the family of the Joseph F. Novek, a long time member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. Mr. Novek owned several businesses in the Rochester, New York area. He was a long time donor to the Foundation. His widow, Sally, and two of his nieces have established the fund. Mr. Novek valued leadership, service, perseverance and entrepreneurship. His family wanted to honor him by recognizing a student who exhibited these qualities in his or her academic and professional life.
2007 Winner
|
Joseph J. Giacomazzi
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
Bachelor of Science Degree, May 2007
Major: Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Employer: Trumpf, Inc. |
