Research Triangle Park, NC (1 March 2006) - The ISA Foundation is gearing up to give scholarships, encourage student development, and support standards development in 2006. Through the Foundation, ISA awards educational scholarships each year. Scholarships for tuition and research activities are given to graduate and undergraduate students. Students must demonstrate outstanding potential for long-range contribution to the automation profession.
Since 2001, ISA has awarded over $135,000 in scholarships to 53 well-deserving students.The Foundation will also continue to sponsor the annual ISA International Student Games. The activities are held in conjunction with ISA EXPO 2006 in Houston, Texas. ISA District competitions determine which students will compete at the international level. The ISA Student Games impact hundreds of students each year.
In addition to its contributions to education, ISA will continue its commitment to develop industry standards in key areas like batch control, plant floor communications, and electronic security. The ISA Foundation helps defray some of the costs incurred to keep standards current and to expand into new areas of technology.Hundreds of automation professionals have donated to the ISA Foundation." ISA is blessed to have many members and supporters who appreciate the efforts of the organization to help develop the next generation of professionals and to assist industry with standards. Their financial contribution, in addition to their invaluable volunteer time, is very much appreciated," said Pat Gouhin, ISA Executive Director.
The ISA Foundation seeks donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other groups who serve the industry. Interested parties are encouraged to contact ISA.
About ISA
Founded in 1945, ISA is a leading, global, nonprofit organization that is setting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve difficult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and personal career capabilities. Based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ISA develops standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; and hosts the largest conference and exhibition for automation professionals in the Western Hemisphere.