Dow Corning, Hemlock Semiconductor and MTU offer scholarships to Mid Michigan students

Hemlock Semiconductor, Dow Corning and Michigan Technological University are teaming up with Saginaw County schools to sponsor a scholarship program that will help some students attend a Summer Youth Program at Tech's Houghton campus in the Upper Peninsula.

The scholarship, which is targeted toward Saginaw County high school students who have expressed an interest in science, technology, engineering, mathematics education. The scholarship will cover tuition, boarding and transportation. Upon successful completion of the Summer Youth Program, students will be considered for Dow Corning summer employment or high school co-op positions.

"Dow Corning understands the importance of education and supports emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and math in our schools," says Bill Huss, Dow Corning Manufacturing, Engineering and Global Operations manager. "Through these programs, we can positively impact our young people and their futures through education."

The Summer Youth Program is a week-long educational event at MTU, providing high school students the opportunity to explore engineering careers in areas such as mechanical, computer, environmental, electrical, and biomedical. As part of the program, students participate in engineering sessions, group projects and have an opportunity to interact with industry role models and a diverse group of peers from around the world.

Students may contact school administrators for more information about the program.

Writer: Sam Eggleston
Source: Bill Huss, Dow Corning