Huntington Beach, CA, May 27, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STAR EnviroTech is working with the University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) to fund a Military Veteran Automotive Scholarship.
The scholarship is open to any active or honorably discharged member of the US Military or Military Reserve enrolled as a full-time student in a qualified automotive, heavy-duty or diesel technician training program within the U.S.
"STAR is honored to sponsor this scholarship to give back to those who have served in our military," said Jim Saffie, STAR EnviroTech CEO. "We have a commitment to donating to military and veterans causes as well as giving back to the future of the automotive aftermarket by supporting education and educators."
Interested students may complete the online application for the STAR EnviroTech Scholarship at www.automotivescholarships.com. The 2017 scholarship recipient will be chosen by the University of the Aftermarket Foundation Scholarship Committee.
About the University of the Aftermarket Foundation
Since 1986, the University of the Aftermarket Foundation has funded millions of dollars of scholarships, grants, research and ongoing educational programs to help develop a strong knowledgeable aftermarket work force.
The Foundation encourages industry support, including donations for the purpose of honoring or memorializing individuals or otherwise recognizing special events, to help ensure the continued availability of training and education that strengthens the industry. For more information about the University of the Aftermarket Foundation, visit www.UofAFoundation.com
More on UAF Scholarships at www.automotivescholarships.com.
About STAR EnviroTech
STAR EnviroTech, the inventor and world leader in Diagnostic Smoke® leak detection, worked in collaboration with partners including Ford, GM and Chrysler, through the OEMs’ USCAR organization, to develop a universally-accepted, and in most cases mandated, EVAP and vacuum system leak detection technology, chosen by virtually every OEM.
STAR technologies are inside smoke machines from the leading tool manufacturers supplying the automotive, truck, industrial, marine, and aviation industries, including the Canadian Air Force and the U.S. Military. More on STAR EnviroTech at StarEnviroTech.com.
For further scholarship information, contact:
Pete Kornafel - pete@petekornafel.com
STAR EnviroTech Sponsors US Military Veteran Automotive Scholarship
Scholarship Supports Veterans and The Future of the Aftermarket
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