Wed, 07/13/2011 - 11:41

  Chevy C-10
  If you are looking for a booth vehicle for the 2011 SEMA Show, consider making an announcement in SEMA eNews.
If you’re looking for a vehicle for your booth, simplify your search by making an announcement in SEMA eNews. The publication is distributed to more than 100,000 industry professionals, including numerous vehicle builders and customizers.

Through an announcement in SEMA eNews, you will be able to define the type of vehicle you are looking for, helping you to reach a large number of vehicle owners and builders effectively. The vehicle builders and owners will be able to contact you directly.

Seeking Vehicles 

  • United Pacific Industries (SEMA Show booth # 23475) is a manufacturer of 1932 Ford body parts and accessories and is looking for 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe [only]. The company stated that the vehicle can be in any condition, and a stock or modified 1932 5-Window coupe will be considered. 
To submit an announcement, you must be a 2011 SEMA Show exhibitor. Send your company's name, booth number, type of vehicle you are seeking and contact information to eNews@sema.org. Make sure to include "Seeking Project Vehicle" in the subject line of the e-mail.

More information on the SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com. Exhibitors: Access the Exhibitor Manual at www.SEMAShow.com/esm. For more information on displaying a booth vehicle, visit www.SEMAShow.com/boothvehicles.
Wed, 07/13/2011 - 11:41

  Chevy C-10
  If you are looking for a booth vehicle for the 2011 SEMA Show, consider making an announcement in SEMA eNews.
If you’re looking for a vehicle for your booth, simplify your search by making an announcement in SEMA eNews. The publication is distributed to more than 100,000 industry professionals, including numerous vehicle builders and customizers.

Through an announcement in SEMA eNews, you will be able to define the type of vehicle you are looking for, helping you to reach a large number of vehicle owners and builders effectively. The vehicle builders and owners will be able to contact you directly.

Seeking Vehicles 

  • United Pacific Industries (SEMA Show booth # 23475) is a manufacturer of 1932 Ford body parts and accessories and is looking for 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe [only]. The company stated that the vehicle can be in any condition, and a stock or modified 1932 5-Window coupe will be considered. 
To submit an announcement, you must be a 2011 SEMA Show exhibitor. Send your company's name, booth number, type of vehicle you are seeking and contact information to eNews@sema.org. Make sure to include "Seeking Project Vehicle" in the subject line of the e-mail.

More information on the SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com. Exhibitors: Access the Exhibitor Manual at www.SEMAShow.com/esm. For more information on displaying a booth vehicle, visit www.SEMAShow.com/boothvehicles.
Wed, 07/13/2011 - 11:37

   Las Vegas Sign
  Now is the perfect time to register with Groupon and Living Social to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Two of the most popular web-based discount brokers, Groupon and Living Social, offer users the ability to search discounts on everything from restaurants to hotels, tours and activities. In fact, many users search the sites daily for offers or register with an e-mail address to receive daily notifications of the hottest specials. With the 2011 SEMA Show less than four months away, it's the perfect time to register with both websites to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Groupon is extremely user-friendly. Simply select the city you want to search, and click "Continue." Enter your e-mail address and then you'll see the "Featured Deal." New deals appear every day, and many can be redeemed months after purchase. If you know other Show attendees who would enjoy using Groupon, remember to click "Refer Friends" and you'll receive a $10 credit to apply on your next purchase at Groupon.com. For iPhone and Android users, try downloading the mobile app to find great deals "on the go."

Livingsocial.com is also user-friendly, offering daily savings on both adult and family-friendly activities. To get started, point your browser to Livingsocial.com and select Las Vegas from the list of available cities. Once you enter your e-mail address you'll see "Today's Deal" as well as a button dedicated to family-oriented specials.

SEMA will be tweeting deals from Groupon and Living Social through Twitter–@SEMAShow.

Register with both Groupon and LivingSocial today, and start searching for the discounts and specials that will help you and your co-workers save money in Vegas.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 11:37

   Las Vegas Sign
  Now is the perfect time to register with Groupon and Living Social to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Two of the most popular web-based discount brokers, Groupon and Living Social, offer users the ability to search discounts on everything from restaurants to hotels, tours and activities. In fact, many users search the sites daily for offers or register with an e-mail address to receive daily notifications of the hottest specials. With the 2011 SEMA Show less than four months away, it's the perfect time to register with both websites to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Groupon is extremely user-friendly. Simply select the city you want to search, and click "Continue." Enter your e-mail address and then you'll see the "Featured Deal." New deals appear every day, and many can be redeemed months after purchase. If you know other Show attendees who would enjoy using Groupon, remember to click "Refer Friends" and you'll receive a $10 credit to apply on your next purchase at Groupon.com. For iPhone and Android users, try downloading the mobile app to find great deals "on the go."

Livingsocial.com is also user-friendly, offering daily savings on both adult and family-friendly activities. To get started, point your browser to Livingsocial.com and select Las Vegas from the list of available cities. Once you enter your e-mail address you'll see "Today's Deal" as well as a button dedicated to family-oriented specials.

SEMA will be tweeting deals from Groupon and Living Social through Twitter–@SEMAShow.

Register with both Groupon and LivingSocial today, and start searching for the discounts and specials that will help you and your co-workers save money in Vegas.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 11:37

   Las Vegas Sign
  Now is the perfect time to register with Groupon and Living Social to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Two of the most popular web-based discount brokers, Groupon and Living Social, offer users the ability to search discounts on everything from restaurants to hotels, tours and activities. In fact, many users search the sites daily for offers or register with an e-mail address to receive daily notifications of the hottest specials. With the 2011 SEMA Show less than four months away, it's the perfect time to register with both websites to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Groupon is extremely user-friendly. Simply select the city you want to search, and click "Continue." Enter your e-mail address and then you'll see the "Featured Deal." New deals appear every day, and many can be redeemed months after purchase. If you know other Show attendees who would enjoy using Groupon, remember to click "Refer Friends" and you'll receive a $10 credit to apply on your next purchase at Groupon.com. For iPhone and Android users, try downloading the mobile app to find great deals "on the go."

Livingsocial.com is also user-friendly, offering daily savings on both adult and family-friendly activities. To get started, point your browser to Livingsocial.com and select Las Vegas from the list of available cities. Once you enter your e-mail address you'll see "Today's Deal" as well as a button dedicated to family-oriented specials.

SEMA will be tweeting deals from Groupon and Living Social through Twitter–@SEMAShow.

Register with both Groupon and LivingSocial today, and start searching for the discounts and specials that will help you and your co-workers save money in Vegas.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 11:37

   Las Vegas Sign
  Now is the perfect time to register with Groupon and Living Social to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Two of the most popular web-based discount brokers, Groupon and Living Social, offer users the ability to search discounts on everything from restaurants to hotels, tours and activities. In fact, many users search the sites daily for offers or register with an e-mail address to receive daily notifications of the hottest specials. With the 2011 SEMA Show less than four months away, it's the perfect time to register with both websites to receive updates on discounts that you can redeem in Las Vegas during the Show.

Groupon is extremely user-friendly. Simply select the city you want to search, and click "Continue." Enter your e-mail address and then you'll see the "Featured Deal." New deals appear every day, and many can be redeemed months after purchase. If you know other Show attendees who would enjoy using Groupon, remember to click "Refer Friends" and you'll receive a $10 credit to apply on your next purchase at Groupon.com. For iPhone and Android users, try downloading the mobile app to find great deals "on the go."

Livingsocial.com is also user-friendly, offering daily savings on both adult and family-friendly activities. To get started, point your browser to Livingsocial.com and select Las Vegas from the list of available cities. Once you enter your e-mail address you'll see "Today's Deal" as well as a button dedicated to family-oriented specials.

SEMA will be tweeting deals from Groupon and Living Social through Twitter–@SEMAShow.

Register with both Groupon and LivingSocial today, and start searching for the discounts and specials that will help you and your co-workers save money in Vegas.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 10:47
  Scholarship Fund
  For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

  • Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
  • Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
  • Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
  • Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
  • Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
  • Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
  • William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
  • William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
  • James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
  • Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
  • Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
  • Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
  • Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
  • Chad Ediger, McPherson College
  • Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
  • Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
  • Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
  • Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
  • Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
  • Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
  • Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
  • Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
  • Nina Hunter, Weber State University
  • Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
  • Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
  • Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
  • Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
  • Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
  • Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
  • Daniel Linda, Clemson University
  • Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
  • Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
  • Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
  • Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
  • Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
  • Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
  • Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
  • Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
  • Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
  • Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
  • Dave Schenker, Boise State University
  • Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
  • James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
  • James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
  • Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
  • Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
  • Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
  • Eli Villa, Cerritos College
  • Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
  • Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

  • Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
  • Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
  • Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
  • Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
  • Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
  • Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
  • Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
  • Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
  • Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
  • Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
  • Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 10:47
  Scholarship Fund
  For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

  • Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
  • Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
  • Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
  • Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
  • Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
  • Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
  • William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
  • William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
  • James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
  • Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
  • Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
  • Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
  • Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
  • Chad Ediger, McPherson College
  • Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
  • Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
  • Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
  • Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
  • Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
  • Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
  • Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
  • Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
  • Nina Hunter, Weber State University
  • Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
  • Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
  • Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
  • Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
  • Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
  • Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
  • Daniel Linda, Clemson University
  • Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
  • Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
  • Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
  • Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
  • Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
  • Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
  • Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
  • Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
  • Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
  • Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
  • Dave Schenker, Boise State University
  • Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
  • James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
  • James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
  • Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
  • Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
  • Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
  • Eli Villa, Cerritos College
  • Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
  • Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

  • Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
  • Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
  • Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
  • Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
  • Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
  • Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
  • Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
  • Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
  • Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
  • Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
  • Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 10:47
  Scholarship Fund
  For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

  • Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
  • Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
  • Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
  • Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
  • Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
  • Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
  • William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
  • William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
  • James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
  • Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
  • Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
  • Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
  • Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
  • Chad Ediger, McPherson College
  • Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
  • Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
  • Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
  • Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
  • Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
  • Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
  • Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
  • Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
  • Nina Hunter, Weber State University
  • Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
  • Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
  • Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
  • Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
  • Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
  • Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
  • Daniel Linda, Clemson University
  • Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
  • Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
  • Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
  • Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
  • Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
  • Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
  • Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
  • Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
  • Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
  • Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
  • Dave Schenker, Boise State University
  • Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
  • James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
  • James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
  • Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
  • Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
  • Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
  • Eli Villa, Cerritos College
  • Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
  • Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

  • Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
  • Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
  • Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
  • Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
  • Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
  • Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
  • Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
  • Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
  • Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
  • Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
  • Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.

Wed, 07/13/2011 - 10:47
  Scholarship Fund
  For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

  • Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
  • Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
  • Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
  • Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
  • Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
  • Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
  • William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
  • William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
  • James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
  • Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
  • Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
  • Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
  • Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
  • Chad Ediger, McPherson College
  • Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
  • Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
  • Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
  • Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
  • Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
  • Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
  • Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
  • Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
  • John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
  • Nina Hunter, Weber State University
  • Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
  • Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
  • Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
  • Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
  • Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
  • Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
  • Daniel Linda, Clemson University
  • Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
  • Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
  • Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
  • Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
  • Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
  • Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
  • Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
  • Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
  • Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
  • Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
  • Dave Schenker, Boise State University
  • Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
  • James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
  • James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
  • Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
  • Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
  • Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
  • Eli Villa, Cerritos College
  • Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
  • Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

  • Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
  • Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
  • Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
  • Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
  • Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
  • Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
  • Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
  • Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
  • Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
  • Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
  • Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
  • Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.