Hi,
I hope everyone is enjoying summer.

If you know of any high school students who are involved in manufacturing (taking skilled trades classes, working, or maybe even have parents who work in the industry), please let them know about this contest. It can be a short (750 word) essay, or a multimedia project.

While there doesn’t appear to be a monetary reward, the student will get published in Industry Week.

Thanks!
Mark


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Mark Martin, PhD
Regional Director - Adv Mfg  |  Employer Engagement
Bay Area Community Colleges


650 248-7728 (c)
markmartin@peralta.edu 

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From: The Subortus Project <thesubortusproject@186237418.mailchimpapp.com>
Subject: Student Opportunity: Share Your Story Contest
To: <markmartin@peralta.edu>
Reply-To: <thesubortusproject@gmail.com>

How is manufacturing part of your life?

The Subortus Project invites current and rising high schoolers to reflect on the prompt above through writing, film, or visual art, for a chance to be published in IndustryWeek.

  • If you’re a high school student, submit!
  • If you work in the manufacturing field, or are a teacher, mentor, youth leader, parent, etc., we kindly ask that you forward the info below to high schoolers or student networks you know!
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Why submit?

Subortus is the Latin word for revival, or renewal. It reflects our belief that youth will drive the revival of manufacturing as a technological and economic powerhouse. Our goal is to get more youth in America talking about the growing manufacturing sector in America and inspired by its innovation and growth.

AWARD: Once all submissions are reviewed, select stand-out submissions will be published on the renowned publication, IndustryWeek. Selectees will receive full credit and a byline/photo in IndustryWeek, and can mention their exceptional work on college applications and resumes. Readers of this publication range from manufacturing executives to education experts, and your perspective of manufacturing as a youth will be invaluable to them.

What is a story?

The 11 high schoolers who compose The Subortus Project’s team found their passion for manufacturing in a variety of ways:
“I feel a deep connection to the ethos of The Subortus Project—a commitment to sustainability, a reverence for our planet, and an unwavering belief in the power of collective ingenuity.”
“My grandparents survived by joining the manufacturing sector of America’s workforce, and so I have a deep knowledge of the ups, downs and new innovations throughout the last couple decades.”
“My interest in manufacturing has come from doing research on pursuing my own business. This project would enlighten me on the manufacturing process past solely the consumer level.”

Does manufacturing play a significant role in your hometown’s economy? Or do you learn about it at school? Do you sometimes wonder where all the stuff you use comes from? Answers to these questions are what we’re asking for!

These are just a few of the stories shared on how America’s youth are connected to manufacturing. We’re confident that there are tons more.

Guidelines

  • DEADLINE: July 31st, 2024.
  • Writing: submissions in English accepted. Prose and poetry accepted. Maximum word count is 750.
  • Film: submissions in English accepted. Maximum length is 5 minutes.
  • Visual art: any medium accepted. PNGs or JPEGs of artwork must be high resolution. PDFs also accepted.

How to Submit

Submit your entry via Google Forms: https://forms.gle/rroAtwLiaTsdP4kE8. This link is also found on our website, thesubortusproject.org.