UTI Foundation helps high schoolers make their dreams a reality with national video contest
Winners share more than $80,000 in scholarships and shop supplies
PHOENIX, Jan. 18, 2011– Do you, or a high school senior you know, spend more time under the hood than anywhere else? Universal Technical Institute Foundation announced two exciting national video contests that will award more than $80,000 in scholarships and shop supplies. Launched as part of the activities surrounding the inaugural Drive to Succeed event, students across the U.S. are encouraged to enter and tell UTI Foundation why they want to be a technician or why they want a shop makeover for their high school.
High school seniors interested in a career in the automotive, motorcycle, marine or NASCAR industries can submit a 2-3 minute YouTube-style video sharing with UTI Foundation, “Why I Want to be a Technician” to win a $25,000, $10,000 or $5,000 scholarship to any Universal Technical Institute (UTI) campus. Any high school senior, nationwide, can enter the contest. Be creative, have fun and share your passion with others!
High school students and instructors whose high school auto shops are in need of new supplies can tell UTI Foundation “Why My Auto Shop Needs a Makeover,” in a 2-3 minute YouTube-style video. Product packages valued at $25,000, $10,000 and $5,000 will be awarded to three high schools, nationwide. Any high school with an auto shop can enter, so grab a camera, grab a shop teacher, and rally students to support the high school of your choice!
”The Drive to Succeed video contests allow students with a passion for a career in the automotive industry a chance to make their dreams a reality,” said Veronica Meury, vice president and executive director of the UTI Foundation. “The video contests are a great way for students and teachers to showcase their enthusiasm for this field.”
Entrieswill be judged by the Drive to Succeed Committee to determine the top six finalists, based on originality of content, creativity, and enthusiasm for a career working on cars, trucks, motorcycles or boats. The winners must be able to attend the inaugural Drive to Succeed event at the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving on April 2, in Chandler, Ariz. Flights and accommodations will be provided by UTI Foundation for the winners. The contest is open for entries until Feb. 15, 2011. One video entry allowed per person and shop class.
About Drive to Succeed
Zoom, whoosh, vroom! Come out to Drive to Succeed on April 2 to cheer on Super Kart racers in the beautiful Arizona weather, sample local food vendors, browse a silent auction and take a turn at the (remote-controlled car) wheel! A fun event for all ages, Drive to Succeed features something for everyone, all in the name of supporting local high schools and students. This event is free and open to the public. Each guest is asked to bring one canned/non-perishable food item to donate to the UTI Student Pantry, which will help students in need throughout the year. At Drive to Succeed it doesn’t matter who finishes first, students always win!
About UTI Foundation:
The UTI Foundation, a 501(c)(3) Arizona nonprofit, is the umbrella organization for all Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) not-for-profit initiatives and is dedicated to raising funds to further its mission and strategic goals. The UTI Foundation supports technical education for the automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle, marine and NASCAR industries through scholarships, grants, career development and other special programs. For more information, visit www.utifoundation.net.
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