LIFT Education Foundation, operated by the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), announced recipients of the inaugural J. Michael Bernard Memorial Scholarship for Advanced Manufacturing Careers. The scholarship supports high school students pursuing careers in advanced manufacturing, engineering and skilled trades while helping remove financial barriers. Selected through a competitive process, recipients demonstrated academic excellence and a passion for innovation, problem-solving and technology. “These students represent the future of American manufacturing,” said Dr. Robert Shaner, chief workforce development officer, LIFT.