Preparing students for the future

Recognizing that current students are our future employees, managers, leaders, and customers, Hemlock Semiconductor Group supports a number of initiatives and programs to help prepare today’s youth for tomorrow’s challenges.

Partnership – Hemlock Semiconductor partnered with the Hemlock Public Schools in 1984, developing the “Hemlock Partnership for Education.” This active partnership continues to be a model in the state of Michigan.

Academic scholarships – Last year, Hemlock Semiconductor and neighboring Dow Corning Healthcare Industries Manufacturing Site jointly provided scholarships for math, science, and skilled trades students in Saginaw County, Michigan.

Technology grants – Helping to overcome the challenge of schools staying current with technological advances, Hemlock Semiconductor provided technology grants to Hemlock, Swan Valley, and Merrill, Michigan community schools.

Community education – Hemlock Semiconductor personnel provide local community groups and universities with a range of business presentations. A recent Business Management Series presentation featured “Solar Energy: The Next Mega Industry,” highlighting the enormous potential business growth in the solar industry.

Hemlock freshman career tour – Each year, freshman students (9th graders) from Hemlock High School are invited on-site for a full day of tours and career information. The students learn appropriate education paths to attain specific jobs, such as operators, administrators, engineers, and development scientists.