MORRIS PLAINS, N.J.,
Feb. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/
-- Honeywell (NYSE: HON) today announced that 320 students
from 36 countries and 30 U.S. states and territories will attend
the Honeywell Leadership Challenge Academy (HLCA) this year. The
unique leadership program offers two consecutive weeklong programs
from February 20 to March 4, 2016, at
the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC) in Huntsville, Ala.
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HLCA uses interactive technology, science-oriented workshops and
team exercises to teach children of Honeywell employees between the
ages of 16-18 leadership skills in science, technology, engineering
and math (STEM). The program is designed to build students'
leadership skills and develop their capabilities through hands-on
challenges.
During the program, students will meet scientists, engineers and
former astronauts who will reinforce core leadership competencies
and share their professional experiences. Students will engage in
team-building challenges such as designing, building and testing
rockets and participating in simulated astronaut training, shuttle
missions and a moon walk.
"Honeywell and its employees have a long history of promoting
unique math and science education programs around the world," said
Dr. Deborah Barnhart, CEO and
executive director, USSRC. "With HLCA, we help students develop
confidence in their leadership skills and envision a successful
path for their future."
"Through my experience at HLCA, I have grown in leadership and
gained confidence in my ability to take charge of a situation by
promoting fellowship among team members," said Logan Brabson of Houston, Texas, who attended the program in
2015 and will return this year as a student ambassador. "I now have
officer roles in my school's math and science leagues."
"Many of the world's most exciting and in-demand careers are
based in STEM," said Michael A.
Bennett, president, Honeywell Hometown Solutions, the
company's global corporate citizenship initiative and sponsor of
HLCA. "Honeywell's goal is to inspire today's students to become
the next generation of engineers and scientists who will solve
tough problems and improve quality of life."
Since its launch in 2010, Honeywell, in partnership with the
USSRC, has awarded 1,770 scholarships to students. Scholarships are
granted after a rigorous application and review process based on
academic achievement and community involvement. Financial
contributions from Honeywell and its employees fund the
scholarships, which cover the cost of tuition, meals,
accommodations and program materials.
For more information about HLCA, visit
http://leadership.honeywell.com/
About Honeywell Hometown Solutions
Honeywell
Leadership Challenge Academy is part of Honeywell Hometown
Solutions, the company's corporate citizenship initiative, which
focuses on five areas of vital importance: Science & Math
Education, Family Safety & Security, Housing & Shelter,
Habitat & Conservation, and Humanitarian Relief. Together with
leading public and non-profit institutions, Honeywell has developed
powerful programs to address these needs in the communities it
serves. For more information, please visit
http://citizenship.honeywell.com/.
About Honeywell
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Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader,
serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services;
control technologies for buildings, homes, and industry;
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