Mike now has the privilege of actually making a living, in the hobby he loves. In , he launched Inventive Marketing to focus on automotive-related parts, eventually adding Motofeet—a company known for its engine stand—under the same umbrella. Yet his calling seemed to be as a sales representative, working for companies such as Baer Brakes, Centerline Wheels, Dart Engines and Manley Performance. By creating the Jeff Moses ARMO Scholarship Fund and awarding scholarships to those showing an interest and passion in the Restoration industry, it was the finest tribute possible to a truly great leader of the organization.
The beginning of hot rodding and drag racing spurred the start of an industry to serve a growing population of passionate, hands-on enthusiasts, the industry today guided by SEMA. John B. Raffa was always eager to pass along the lessons he'd learned about journalism and editing, with drag racing being the ultimate beneficiary of his largesse. By , Raffa was ensconced in the then-Petersen Publishing offices of Car Craft Magazine, where he quickly climbed the ladder from ME to Editor to ultimately, publisher.
By , he was back doing what he's always done like no one else in the history of drag racing photojournalism - teaching the younger staffers how to become not only better writers, but better reporters as well. Exciting stories about drag racing have definitely helped the sport reach a wider audience, and thanks to John Raffa, there are an increasing number of writers capable of producing them for years to come.
Mickey Thompson, one of Motor Sports greatest innovators and drivers in the sport. He has raced in almost every form of Motor Sports possible. He was the innovator of the first Sling Shot dragster, the staging lights for drag racing and water barriers for auto crash protection.
He did research and development for Chevrolet and the Aero Space Industry. He has patented numerous inventions, including the wide profile tire we use today.
Trudy was a tremendously loved member of the Thompson family and a wonderful asset to Mickey in his racing promotion career. He was a true pioneer of products for off-road vehicles, the original designer of four-wheel drive hubs for Jeeps. Warn Industries, operated by son Michael, is best known today for its assortment of heavy-duty winches.
Phil Weiand's company got its start by producing heads and intake manifolds for flathead V8s during the early days of hot rodding.
His company grew to become one of the foremost suppliers of speed equipment in the s; it flourishes today, making a full assortment of products for early and late model engines. Founder and owner of Competition Specialties in Auburn, Washington, until his death in , Woomer was an active force in the industry.
College is expensive. SEMA can help. In the event a scholarship recipient withdraws from school or transfers to another major during the term of the Scholarship, any unused balance of the award must be returned to the SEMA Scholarship fund. The Southeastern Meat Association is pleased to provide these scholarships as part of our commitment to the future or our industry.
You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Application Content Requirements: Each Applicant must complete and submit the following; A completed Scholarship Application form link at page bottom.
A copy of an official school transcript demonstrating a cumulative GPA of at least 2. A listing of planned future coursework must also be included. An essay describing an issue confronting the meat industry today or in the future. The essay must propose solutions to the issue presented and must be no less than words and no more than 1, words.
A listing of all activities that demonstrate leadership qualities and intellectual growth. Letters of recommendation from the department head and a faculty member. Late applications will be ineligible for consideration. All 6 of the items listed in the Application Content Requirements must be included with the application.
Incomplete applications will be ineligible for consideration. Please do not submit items on a piecemeal basis. The decisions of the board are final. The Specialty Equipment Market Association was founded in by a group of small manufacturers.
Their mission behind the scholarship program is to support and allow students to focus on their studies and work rather than be burdened with tuition costs. The loan forgiveness is done to provide and contribute financial assistance, charity and help to employees of SEMA member companies with outstanding student loans. The degree program must be related to the automotive field or lead to a career in the same industry.
The candidates who are eligible and want to apply for this program should get themselves registered on the official portal. If the applicant is a new user, they must create an account, and if the applicant already has an account, they can enter their login credentials and start accessing the programs. While filling the application program, the applicant must demonstrate a passion for the automotive industry in selecting answers to the questions asked.
This applicant must attach an unofficial transcript or a technical training progress report and recommendation letters from the teacher, employer, or mentor and submit the details. The applicants eligible for the scholarship and loan forgiveness program should submit their application form with all the required documents before March 01, The applications submitted after this date will be considered ineligible, and the applicant will be disqualified.
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