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Visteon Supports Mechanical, Electrical Programs
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October 20, 2003 -- Michigan Tech has received a $50,000 grant from Visteon Corporation of Dearborn.
The funds, part of a managed partnership between Michigan Tech and Visteon, will support a number of efforts in mechanical and electrical engineering. These include support for student organizations and the Enterprise Program, as well as pre-college promotional efforts and a mentoring scholarship program.
"The rapid pace of technology development demands that industry and universities collaborate," said President Curt Tompkins. "Visteon's donation underscores this commitment."
Visteon Vice President Julie Fream '83 agreed. "This gift demonstrates a common purpose of business and higher education," she said. "Both Visteon and Michigan Tech have a longstanding commitment to research and students."
Michigan Tech and Visteon have a history of collaboration. In the past, the company has provided grants and other funding, and several of its leaders serve on university advisory boards, supporting computer engineering, advanced educational opportunities and career development. The company is also a Michigan Tech Career Center partner.
"Visteon values the importance of developing relationships with educational institutions," said Chuck Hudson, the company's global director of human resources. "Alliances with targeted universities allow Visteon to take an active consulting role in helping design engineering curricula that are consistent with the needs of our industry."
Visteon Corporation is a leading full-service supplier that delivers consumer-driven technology solutions to automotive manufacturers worldwide and through multiple channels within the global automotive aftermarket. The company has about 75,000 employees and a global delivery system of more than 180 technical, manufacturing and service facilities located in 25 countries.
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