NORFOLK, Va. (Feb. 27, 2024) – Tidewater Tech is pleased to announce four of its students have been awarded $2,500 scholarships from BAE Systems. Sheridan Silvestri, Mark Silvestri, Desean Kieschnick, and Kevin Scott were honored at a special award ceremony this week, attended by Mr. Michael Villanueva, Talent Outreach Manager, at BAE Systems, Dr. Joel English, President of Tidewater Tech and its family of schools, Dr. Kenneth Cooper Alexander, Mayor of Norfolk, and Chancellor of Tidewater Tech, as well as campus leadership.
BAE Systems, Inc., a global leader in defense, security, and aerospace, is committed to investing in the next generation of skilled trade professionals. The scholarships were awarded to full-time students who demonstrate exceptional dedication and academic achievement in pursuit of a certification in Combination Welding or Combination Maritime Welding. Applicants were chosen based on their academic standing, attendance and safety records, faculty recommendations, and an essay demonstrating their pursuit of a career in skilled trades.
Damika Wayne-Howard, Campus Assistant Director of Tidewater Tech remarked, “Teaming up with BAE Systems not only gives our students more chances of success but also aligns with our commitment to inclusivity and diversity in welding careers.” Tidewater Tech extends its congratulations to Sheridan Silvestri, Mark Silvestri, Desean Kieschnick, and Kevin Scott for this well-deserved recognition. These four students have shown exceptional dedication to their academic pursuits, and the BAE Systems scholarships will be instrumental in supporting their education and professional paths.
