Casting your Future – UAW Local 668 Scholarship
July 13, 2012
The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) is one of the largest and most diverse unions in North America and is committed to improving the lives of working men and women around the globe. Here in Saginaw, Amalgamated UAW Local 668 proudly represents the hourly employees at the General Motors Saginaw Metal Casting Operations plant and the Knight Facilities Maintenance Group at the same facility.
Our commitment is unwavering to the education of the youth of this country. The success of our middle class is directly dependent on education which provides the skills required to compete in a global economy.
UAW local 668
Anthony Mann, President
LaToya Redeemer, Vice President
Bobbie Putnam, Recording Secretary
Lisa Mora Jackson, Financial Secretary/Treasurer
Bill Savage, Bargaining Chairman, Unit #1
Derrick L. Akins, Sr., Bargaining Chairman, Unit #2
Qualifications
● Minimum 2.0 GPA for high school student, minimum 2.5 GPA for college student
● High school senior or college student
● Resident of Michigan
● Pursuing an undergraduate degree or Career and Techincal Education (CTE) training (skilled trade/vocation)
● Attending an accredited college, trade or Career and Techincal Education (CTE) training (skilled trade/vocation) school
● Part- or full-time enrollment
Evaluation Criteria
Financial need; career goals as defined by essay; overall involvement in community, school, and work activities; special essay.
Special Attachment Required
Please refer to the online scholarship application for more information.
