Cedar City, UT – August 18, 2025 — Southwest Technical College is honored to announce two significant contributions that will strengthen its “Give a Little, Change a Life” scholarship fund and also advance the development of its new Public Safety training center (STAC – Southwest Tech Training Advancement Center).
The AJM Foundation has made a generous donation to support students enrolling in high-demand technical programs, including Welding, Electrical and Plumbing Apprenticeships, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, and Firefighter. This scholarship funding will help remove financial barriers for new students entering these vital construction and public safety fields.
In addition, Alex Meisner Construction is sponsoring the Fire Training Tower within the new Public Safety training center, reinforcing their commitment to enhancing the local workforce and addressing critical community safety needs.
Jennifer Meisner of the AJM Foundation shared, “We believe wholeheartedly in technical education and specifically removing barriers and providing opportunities for individuals to gain the skills they need to improve their lives.”
Southwest Tech President Brennan Wood expressed his gratitude, saying, “I’m so thankful for our community members’ willingness to support technical education and the needs of our students. This type of generosity helps empower individuals and ensures our programs can continue to thrive and serve Southern Utah.”
The mission of Southwest Tech is to empower individuals through innovative, hands-on technical education that builds careers and strengthens communities. These contributions align perfectly with that mission and will have a lasting impact on students pursuing essential careers.
For more information about the “Give a Little, Change a Life” scholarship program or to learn how you can support the Southwest Tech Training Advancement Center, contact Donor Liaison Christy Hugh at christyhugh@stech.edu or visit www.stech.edu.
