HANOVER, Md., Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as part of National Apprenticeship Week's Women in Manufacturing Day, the National Institute for Industry and Career Advancement™ (NIICA) proudly announced the launch of the Maddison Spaulding Memorial Scholarship. This initiative celebrates the memory and legacy of Maddison Spaulding, an exceptional Registered Apprentice (RA) at Applied Materials in NIICA's Growing Apprenticeships in Nanotechnology and Semiconductors (GAINS) program, whose dedication to manufacturing and passion for uplifting others left a lasting impact on the semiconductor manufacturing community.
Spaulding was more than an apprentice; she was a passionate advocate for the transformative power of RAs. Her belief in these programs as vehicles for access, equity, and opportunity made her an ambassador for change within the manufacturing community. Her journey continues to inspire and empower others, ensuring her an enduring voice that remains a catalyst for progress.
A benchmark survey from the Women in Manufacturing Association found that only 33% of manufacturing roles are filled by women, and that only 26% of manufacturing leadership roles are held by women.
The Maddison Spaulding Memorial Scholarship supports women pursuing RAs in semiconductor and advanced manufacturing, particularly within NIICA's GAINS program. Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), GAINS is dedicated to building a skilled workforce by connecting individuals to RA opportunities in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors. Spaulding's journey as a GAINS apprentice serves as a powerful source of inspiration, and this scholarship continues her legacy by empowering more women to follow similar career pathways in these industries critical to national security and global competitiveness.
"Maddison was an extraordinary apprentice whose passion for manufacturing and unwavering support for her peers left a lasting impression on everyone she worked with," said Clara Neri-Mejia, Program Manager, Global Manufacturing Training Institute, Applied Materials. "This scholarship reflects her spirit and commitment, ensuring her legacy continues to inspire and empower other women in manufacturing."
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