The Precision Metalforming Association Educational Foundation (PMAEF), in partnership with the Precision Metalforming Association California District, has awarded a scholarship to a local student seeking a career in the metalforming industry.
Taryn Hunt, who is studying mechanical engineering at Cal Poly Pomona, received a $3,000 scholarship during PMAEF’s fall 2024 scholarship cycle.
“PMA’s California District is thrilled to have partnered with PMAEF to provide a scholarship to Taryn Hunt as she pursues a career in manufacturing and looks forward to awarding additional scholarships in 2025,” said Randy Kish, PMA member engagement manager. “PMA is proud that the district is leading the way to help educate the next generation of metalformers.”
PMAEF is now accepting applications for the spring 2025 scholarship cycle. The deadline to apply is March 16, 2025.
Scholarship applicants must be a high school senior and/or formally enrolled in a post-secondary metalforming/manufacturing/technology/engineering program; trades job training/apprenticeship; or a machining, CNC, tool & die, welding or stamping certificate program at an accredited institution with 20 or more contact hours.
Since the PMAEF scholarship program’s inception in 2020, nearly $200,000 has been awarded to aspiring industry professionals. Those interested in applying or learning more about the scholarship program are encouraged to visit the PMAEF scholarship webpage.
Established in 1996, the PMA Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization dedicated to the promotion and development of a skilled workforce for the metalforming industry. PMAEF operates as a supporting organization to the Precision Metalforming Association, the full-service trade association representing the $137-billion metalforming industry of North America.