Students preparing for careers in the automotive industry may be eligible to receive financial awards ranging from $1,000–$4,000 through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund (SMSF). The scholarship application, which is due April 1, 2011, and requires college transcripts and letters of recommendation, is now available at www.sema.org/scholarships.

“Paying for a high-quality education is a challenge for many, particularly in today’s tough economy,” said Jamie Eriksen, SEMA education director. “SEMA is pleased to play a part in helping students prepare for careers in an innovative and exciting industry.”

Unlike financial aid and student loans, the SEMA Memorial Scholarship is a one-time award that does not have to be paid back. Awards are granted to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, community involvement, essay content and recommendations. Students may re-apply each year, provided that they still meet the eligibility criteria. A loan forgiveness award is also available to recent graduates who are working for SEMA-member companies and paying off existing student loans. Details and applications for both the scholarship and the loan-forgiveness awards are available at www.sema.org/scholarships.

Winners will be notified in the summer of 2011. Scholarship payments are sent directly to the student’s college, university, trade or vocational school to help offset the cost of tuition. Loan-forgiveness payments are sent directly to the financial institutions.

For complete details, visit www.sema.org/scholarships or contact Juliet Marshall at julietm@sema.org or 909/978-6655.

Students preparing for careers in the automotive industry may be eligible to receive financial awards ranging from $1,000–$4,000 through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund (SMSF). The scholarship application, which is due April 1, 2011, and requires college transcripts and letters of recommendation, is now available at www.sema.org/scholarships.

“Paying for a high-quality education is a challenge for many, particularly in today’s tough economy,” said Jamie Eriksen, SEMA education director. “SEMA is pleased to play a part in helping students prepare for careers in an innovative and exciting industry.”

Unlike financial aid and student loans, the SEMA Memorial Scholarship is a one-time award that does not have to be paid back. Awards are granted to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, community involvement, essay content and recommendations. Students may re-apply each year, provided that they still meet the eligibility criteria. A loan forgiveness award is also available to recent graduates who are working for SEMA-member companies and paying off existing student loans. Details and applications for both the scholarship and the loan-forgiveness awards are available at www.sema.org/scholarships.

Winners will be notified in the summer of 2011. Scholarship payments are sent directly to the student’s college, university, trade or vocational school to help offset the cost of tuition. Loan-forgiveness payments are sent directly to the financial institutions.

For complete details, visit www.sema.org/scholarships or contact Juliet Marshall at julietm@sema.org or 909/978-6655.

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, webinars and activities. Click on an item for more details.

SEMA manufacturing members are invited and encouraged to grab the specs they need for the 2012 Fiat 500 during a SEMA Measuring Session on March 23.

The Fiat 500 is equipped with a 1.4L multi-air engine that produces 101 hp and is available with either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

During the session, manufacturers can crawl in and around the new coupe and cabriolet to take the measurements needed to develop products. Cameras are permitted for this session.

To participate, RSVP now. The deadline to sign up for the session in March 18. More information is available from Bill Wolf or Kelly Clancy.

SEMA manufacturing members are invited and encouraged to grab the specs they need for the 2012 Fiat 500 during a SEMA Measuring Session on March 23.

The Fiat 500 is equipped with a 1.4L multi-air engine that produces 101 hp and is available with either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

During the session, manufacturers can crawl in and around the new coupe and cabriolet to take the measurements needed to develop products. Cameras are permitted for this session.

To participate, RSVP now. The deadline to sign up for the session in March 18. More information is available from Bill Wolf or Kelly Clancy.

SEMA manufacturing members are invited and encouraged to grab the specs they need for the 2012 Scion iQ during a SEMA Measuring Session on March 15.

The iQ is the automaker's premium micro-subcompact and features a 1.3L four-cylinder with continuously variable transmission.

During the session, manufacturers can crawl in and around the new micro-subcompact to take the measurements needed to develop products. Cameras are permitted for this session.

To participate, RSVP now. The deadline to sign up for the session is March 11. More information is available from Bill Wolf or Kelly Clancy.

SEMA manufacturing members are invited and encouraged to grab the specs they need for the 2012 Scion iQ during a SEMA Measuring Session on March 15.

The iQ is the automaker's premium micro-subcompact and features a 1.3L four-cylinder with continuously variable transmission.

During the session, manufacturers can crawl in and around the new micro-subcompact to take the measurements needed to develop products. Cameras are permitted for this session.

To participate, RSVP now. The deadline to sign up for the session is March 11. More information is available from Bill Wolf or Kelly Clancy.

Whether you are a Show veteran or a first-time exhibitor, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit has what your company needs to deliver the best ROI from your SEMA Show experience.

SEMA is excited to announce that the 2nd annual SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit will be held May 2–4, 2011 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Cosmopolitan Hotel. The inaugural Summit was a huge success and an exhaustive program of educational sessions has been created to ensure those in attendance will greatly benefit from the event.

Recognizing the financial sacrifice made to leave the office and come to Las Vegas, SEMA has secured hotel rooms from its partner hotels so everyone in attendance receives 2 nights free in Las Vegas. Freeman is also offering $200 certificates to the first 50 companies that sign up for the Summit, so SIGN UP NOW AND SECURE YOUR FIRST SAVINGS FOR THE 2011 SEMA SHOW BEFORE YOU EVEN ARRIVE IN LAS VEGAS. For a list of speakers, topics and to view the event's agenda, click here.

Whether you are a SEMA Show veteran or a first-time exhibitor, this education-packed event has what your company needs to deliver the best ROI from your SEMA Show experience! The event will kick off at the brand new Cosmopolitan Hotel and Casino with a dynamic keynote and opening reception. The following two days will be a high-powered blend of informative sessions at the Las Vegas Convention Center to make sure you have all the tools you need to make your 2011 SEMA Show a success!

While you are packing your bags, don’t forget to bring past invoices, booth designs and questions, because Show Management and Freeman will be available for one-on-one meetings to discuss any and all questions you may have regarding your booth and show presentation. This was cited as the most beneficial aspect from the attendees of the 2010 Summit.

So to recap: You get to Las Vegas, we do the rest. Registration is FREE! Hotel accommodations and meals are FREE! All education is FREE!

Act now! Space is limited!!

For more information, contact SEMA Show Management, Cassandra Stock at cstock@convexx.com or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

Whether you are a Show veteran or a first-time exhibitor, the SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit has what your company needs to deliver the best ROI from your SEMA Show experience.

SEMA is excited to announce that the 2nd annual SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit will be held May 2–4, 2011 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Cosmopolitan Hotel. The inaugural Summit was a huge success and an exhaustive program of educational sessions has been created to ensure those in attendance will greatly benefit from the event.

Recognizing the financial sacrifice made to leave the office and come to Las Vegas, SEMA has secured hotel rooms from its partner hotels so everyone in attendance receives 2 nights free in Las Vegas. Freeman is also offering $200 certificates to the first 50 companies that sign up for the Summit, so SIGN UP NOW AND SECURE YOUR FIRST SAVINGS FOR THE 2011 SEMA SHOW BEFORE YOU EVEN ARRIVE IN LAS VEGAS. For a list of speakers, topics and to view the event's agenda, click here.

Whether you are a SEMA Show veteran or a first-time exhibitor, this education-packed event has what your company needs to deliver the best ROI from your SEMA Show experience! The event will kick off at the brand new Cosmopolitan Hotel and Casino with a dynamic keynote and opening reception. The following two days will be a high-powered blend of informative sessions at the Las Vegas Convention Center to make sure you have all the tools you need to make your 2011 SEMA Show a success!

While you are packing your bags, don’t forget to bring past invoices, booth designs and questions, because Show Management and Freeman will be available for one-on-one meetings to discuss any and all questions you may have regarding your booth and show presentation. This was cited as the most beneficial aspect from the attendees of the 2010 Summit.

So to recap: You get to Las Vegas, we do the rest. Registration is FREE! Hotel accommodations and meals are FREE! All education is FREE!

Act now! Space is limited!!

For more information, contact SEMA Show Management, Cassandra Stock at cstock@convexx.com or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

The Quarter Mile Foundation and drag-racing legend Joe Mondello and Joe Mondello Engines, in conjunction with World Products, have announced a joint venture to raffle a street/strip big-block Chevy engine to support the Foundation’s PROJECT 1320 documentary film program. The documentary film series will chronicle the history of drag racing and the parallel growth of the performance automotive aftermarket.

“As I talked to Traci and some of the Foundation’s board members, I was struck by their dogged determination to make this documentary a reality,” said Mondello. “I felt that I could contribute my name and talents to this important undertaking by providing an engine to raffle. Bill Mitchell Sr. and his son Bill Jr. of World Products have really made a significant contribution to the Foundation and this raffle program, providing a great deal of value to this engine.”

The engine, dubbed “Mondello’s Vintage Rat,” is designed to run on pump gas and will be complete (including ignition) from the carburetor to the oil pan, and from the nose pulley/harmonic damper to the flexplate. It will be a 555ci Chevrolet (MK IV version), with a single four-barrel carburetor, designed for use with an automatic transmission. World Products is supplying the core of the engine: a Merlin engine block, heads and the intake manifold. It will deliver an estimated 700+hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque. The valve covers will be engraved with the Mondello Engine and World Products names. Once completed, it will be dynoed, and the dyno sheet will accompany the engine to the raffle winner.

“Joe proposed the engine raffle following the SEMA Show,” said Traci Hrudka, Foundation chairman. “The members of the Foundation’s Board of Directors welcomed the proposal, and we have been working with Joe regarding the engine and mechanism for the raffle. This will be the first of a series of ‘Save Our Heritage’ engine raffles in conjunction with leading engine builders.”

The raffle tickets will be available at events where the Quarter Mile Foundation will have a presence, as well as the Foundation’s website (www.PROJECT1320.com), according to Hrudka. Tickets will be priced at $10 (USD) each or six for $50. The winner will be drawn at the Performance Racing Industry Show (PRI) on December 3, 2011.