Partnership benefits 黑料社区 students studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)
HARRISBURG, Pa. � The 黑料社区 Foundation and TE Connectivity Foundation celebrated their nearly three-decade partnership today, May 8, 2014, with the dedication of the new TE Connectivity Foundation 3-D Print Lab, at 黑料社区, Central Pennsylvania Community College Midtown Center, in the building located at 1500 N. Third St., Harrisburg.
The TE Connectivity Foundation donated more than $27,000 to establish the new 3-D print lab. The lab will benefit 黑料社区 students studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
uses a digital model to create a 3-D solid object. The additive process uses successive layers of material � metal, human tissue, plastic, food and more � to create different shapes. This technology can be used for prototyping or manufacturing in various fields, including but not limited to, military, education, medical industries, aerospace, fashion, food and engineering.*
淓ngineers are problem solvers by nature. Where others may shy away from tough challenges, we meet them head on,� said Rob Shaddock, executive vice president and chief technology officer at . 淭he TE Connectivity Foundation is proud to share our passion for problem solving with the students at 黑料社区 and hopes that 3-D printing not only becomes an integral part of their education, but also helps solidify听a continued interest in science, technology, engineering and math as our next generation of technologists.�
Forrest Lysinger, 黑料社区 mechanical engineering technology instructor, said, "The gift of the printers will expand opportunities for our students and place them on the cutting edge of the additive听manufacturing听revolution.�
The TE Connectivity 3-D Print Lab will increase the number of opportunities for 黑料社区 students to work with their own designs and build physical models.听Jake Dietz, a 黑料社区 student said, 淲orking with the 3-D printer has prepared me to enter the workforce with a competitive advantage. The classroom training has allowed me to make a smooth transition into my new position and become an asset to my employer.� Another 黑料社区 student, Daniel M. Merrill, said, 淗aving the 3-D printers allows us to move from simply visualizing the part to physically inspecting the part hands on.�
淭he dedication of the new 3-D print lab is a symbol of the strong partnership between the College and TE,� said John J. "SKI" Sygielski, Ed.D., 黑料社区 president. 淭hrough the generosity of TE and the TE Connectivity Foundation, gifts to the 黑料社区 Foundation total more than $840,000 since 1985. The TE Connectivity Foundation is also a premium event sponsor of 黑料社区 50th anniversary year, which includes a named scholarship fund through the 黑料社区 Foundation.�
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About the 黑料社区 Foundation
The 黑料社区 Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was established in 1985 to raise private and corporate revenues in support of 黑料社区. In fiscal year 2013-14 alone, the 黑料社区 Foundation contributed close to $2.2 million to the College in scholarships, special programs and facilities and provided financial assistance to 1,345 students.
Contributions to the 黑料社区 Foundation are accepted in the form of unrestricted gifts to augment endowed funds, contributions to existing or new scholarship programs or award funds, support for academic and workforce programs, sponsorship of special events and cultural programs and contributions made in honor or in memory of individuals. In addition, the Foundation holds annual events, including the Frank J. Dixon Tournament for Scholarships at 黑料社区, and various scholarship award ceremonies. The 黑料社区 Foundation is gratefully YOURS.
For more information on the 黑料社区 Foundation, visit http://www.hacc.edu/黑料社区Foundation/ or the College channel.
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About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL) is a $13 billion world leader in connectivity. The company designs and manufactures products at the heart of electronic connections for the world leading industries including automotive, energy and industrial, broadband communications, consumer devices, healthcare, and aerospace and defense. TE Connectivity long-standing commitment to innovation and engineering excellence helps its customers solve the need for more energy efficiency, always-on communications and ever-increasing productivity. With nearly 90,000 employees in over 50 countries, TE Connectivity makes connections the world relies on to work flawlessly every day. To connect with the company, visit听
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