Recipients of Third-Annual Trade School Scholarship

Four Students Seeking Future in Trade Industries Across North America Awarded $10,000 By Metal Supplier

August 7, 2024 |Toronto, Ontario – Metal Supermarkets is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 trade school scholarship, awarding $2,500 to each of the four students across the United States and Canada who are attending or plan to attend a post-secondary trade school with a goal of obtaining a career in the vital trade industries.

Metal Supermarkets created the annual scholarship in response to the shortage of skilled trade workers across North America, helping to shine a spotlight on the need for skilled trade workers. With this year’s announcement, Metal Supermarkets has awarded $30,000 since the program’s launch in 2022 to students who will become the next generation of trade industry workers.

The 2024 Trade School Scholarship judging panel consisted of Metal Supermarkets corporate staff, as well as franchisees from stores in Chicago (Niles), Chicago (Bridgeview), Indianapolis, and Minneapolis (Roseville).

Introducing The 2024 Metal Supermarkets Trade School Scholarship Recipients

Alaina Myers – A recent high-school graduate, Alaina has participated and excelled in many high school activities while developing a passion for welding starting with courses in the ninth grade. She became the President of her school’s SkillsUSA club and led her team to a gold win in the 2022 SkillsUSA National welding competition for Welding. She will be furthering her education at Pennsylvania College of Technology.

From: Hanover, Pennsylvania

Academic Program: Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology B.S.

School: Pennsylvania College of Technology

Alexis Brown – Recognized for her high school academic achievement awards in Texas, Alexis has been credited by her teachers as a role model for peers in addition to her involvement in organizations like Health Occupations Students of America, Future Farmers of America, and the National Technical Honor Society. Alexis wants to pursue a career in welding and inspire people to pursue their dreams while overcoming adversities they may encounter in life. She is pursuing her welding career at Texas State Technical College (Waco).

From: Waxahachie, Texas

Academic Program: Welding

School: Texas State Technical College – Waco

Miranda Crist – After spending her teens in Ohio-based construction related jobs with her father, Miranda took a high school welding course. It was during this time she developed the dream of becoming an expert welder. Her journey to Hobert Institute involved buying a camper, renovating it into a home, and driving eight hours overnight, without letting a blown tire stop her. Miranda is keen to further her welding knowledge while at Hobart Institute of Welding Technology.

From: Fletcher, Ohio

Academic Program: Pipefitter Pathways

School: Hobart Institute of Welding Technology

Wilson Williams – With an outstanding academic performance and achieving the Dean’s Honor List, Wilson actively participates within Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Instrumentation Engineering Technology Program, the Trades and Skills Construction Apprenticeship Program, Affinity Youth Leadership Council, plus Sheldon Williams Collegiate’s athletic and spirit activities. He’s an active volunteer for many local organizations including Regina Food for Learning, the Regina Food Bank, Regina High School Athletic Association, and the Buckets and Borders Project. Wilson is eager to pursue his engineering passions by attending Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

From: Regina, Saskatchewan

Academic Program: Instrumentation Engineering Technology Diploma Program

School: Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Moose Jaw Campus

Supporting Future Generations of Skilled Trade Workers

“It is our great honor to award this year’s scholarships to four passionate and talented students in the United States and Canada,” said Stephen Schober, President and CEO of Metal Supermarkets. “Very soon these standout students will join the workforce in valuable trade industries, and we are happy to help them as they complete their schooling. Metal Supermarkets remains committed to educating and spreading awareness about the opportunities provided by a career in the skilled trades. We’re pleased to support future generations of North America’s skilled trade workforce, and extend our sincere congratulations to Alaina, Alexis, Miranda and Wilson.”

To learn more about the Metal Supermarkets Trade School Scholarship and check out the past recipients, visit: https://www.metalsupermarkets.com/trade-school-scholarship/

ABOUT METAL SUPERMARKETS

Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, has more than 125 brick-and-mortar stores across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom with 8 franchise locations in development. Known for its speed and convenience, Metal Supermarkets sells a wide variety of metals including Aluminum, Hot-Rolled Steel, Cold-Rolled Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Galvanized Steel, Tool Steel, Brass, Bronze and Copper. With highly specialized staff, customers can get the metal they need in a size that is convenient for them. Additional information can be found at metalsupermarkets.com.

For further information: John Swinimer, Senior PR & Communications Specialist | (905)-362-8226 ext. 9985.