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Honeywell Awards 428 Science and Math Education Scholarships
Company Sending Students from 31 Countries and 31 U.S. States
to Presidential Classroom Program in Washington, D.C.
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., February 11, 2008 -- Honeywell (NYSE:
HON) announced today that it has awarded scholarships to 428 students from
31 countries and 31 U.S. states to attend the
Honeywell Scholars @ Presidential Classroom program from March 2-8, 2008 in
Washington, D.C.
The scholarships offer this globally diverse group of students the opportunity
to learn first hand about the interconnection between science, technology and
public policy. Students will meet with elected officials, business leaders and
government appointees to engage in thought-provoking discussions on current
issues of global concern.
“What better way to get the next generation to pursue careers in science,
technology, engineering and math than to put them in touch with inspirational
leaders in those fields,” said Tom Buckmaster, President, Honeywell Hometown
Solutions. “The Honeywell Scholars @ Presidential Classroom program provides
students with an engaging and intellectually stimulating experience to foster
their passion for learning and advancement.”
Honeywell awards the scholarships after a rigorous application and review
process based on academic achievement and community involvement. Financial
contributions from Honeywell employees help fund the scholarships, which
include tuition for the week-long program, meals, accommodations and program
materials. Since 2005, including this year’s class, 820 students from 31
countries and 31 states have graduated from the program.
“Presidential Classroom’s partnership with Honeywell offers hundreds of
students form around the world the opportunity to connect with scientists,
scholars and policymakers who share their expertise and inspire the rising
generation of leaders,” said Elizabeth Sherman, Executive Director of
Presidential Classroom “They leave with a greater understanding of the
intersection of science, technology and public policy and how solutions to
today’s problems can be addressed.”
During the week-long program students get to observe the U.S. Congress in
action and visit historic sites including the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S.
Department of State and Arlington National Cemetery. The Honeywell Scholars
will also visit the Honeywell Technology Experience on Capitol Hill, a
state-of-the-art exhibition where guests are able to learn about many of
Honeywell’s industry-leading technologies first hand. Students will also attend
a special reception and presentation by Commander Eileen Collins, the first
female commander of a space shuttle, at the Smithsonian National Air and Space
Museum and visit the National Academy of Sciences, Honeywell facilities at
NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Library of Congress and Walter Reed
Institute of Research.
The Honeywell Scholars @ Presidential Classroom program is part of Honeywell
Hometown Solutions, the company’s corporate social responsibility initiative
which focuses on four issues of vital importance: Family Safety & Security;
Housing & Shelter; Science & Math Education; 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. Honeywell’s science and math education programs have already reached
more than 160,000 students and teachers in 31 countries and 48 U.S.
states.
About Honeywell
Honeywell International is a $36 billion diversified technology and
manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and
services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive
products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township,
N.J., Honeywell’s shares are traded on the New York, London and Chicago Stock
Exchanges. It is one of the 30 stocks that make up the Dow Jones Industrial
Average and is also a component of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. For
additional information, please visit www.honeywell.com.
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