High School Seniors and Employees of Members are Eligible for Scholarships
Members of Northwestern Lumber Association (NLA) share a concern about finding qualified employees in the future. Hiring may not have picked up at most companies right now but that will not be the case in the long-term. NLA has established relationships with universities, colleges and vocational schools over the years, and has and will continue to post student resumes for the convenience of our members at our trade shows and also on this website (under the “Membership” tab, go to “Resumes” on the pull-down list). We have also sought and received support from the colleges for various other projects over the years.
For the fiscal year 2011-2012 and the academic year 2012-2013, the Nebraska Lumber Dealers Association (NLDA) is making available four scholarships of $150 each for Nebraska high school seniors interested in working in the lumber and building materials industry. In addition, there will be a limited number of $150 scholarships available to employees in 2011. These grants are for employees of NLDA members who wish to enhance their professional skills through education and training. The scholarship may be used for association classes or for classes at an area college, vocational-technical school or for other related seminars. These scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Click HERE for complete information and forms for both types of scholarship.
An Endowment Fund has been established at the University of Minnesota – Dept. of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering (formerly the Wood and Paper Science Department). Their marketing and building science programs have been educating top students for companies throughout the United States but most especially for companies here in the Midwest. Donations for that scholarship are always welcome. Email Paula Siewert for details.