THE 2023-24 APPLICATION PROCESS IS OPEN! DEADLINE TO APPLY IS April 26, 2024.

The Program Excellence Award is one of the highest honors given to Skilled and Technical Sciences programs and departments in Nebraska and is presented in recognition of outstanding contributions to the profession and students. The Program Excellence Award provides public recognition on a local state level and is presented at the Annual NCE/NASTSE Conference. In addition, if the recipients meet the criteria to be forwarded to the International Technology & Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA), they also receive recognition on an national and international level. They are also formally presented with an engraved plaque and other recognition at ITEEA's Annual Conference.

Application due: Friday, April 26th, 2024

The NASTSE Student Teacher Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in Industrial Technology/Skilled and Technical Sciences Education and plans to student teach in Nebraska. The scholarship is intended to assist in financial support while relocating from college to student teaching. Students attending Wayne State College or the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are eligible for this scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded at the Annual NCE/NASTSE Conference, held in Kearney during the first week of June. The winner will be notified at least one month in advance of the conference and is expected to attend the conference to accept the award. The amount of the award will be up to $500.00.

Application due: Friday, March 29, 2024