BCMA

SUPPORTING STABILITY & GROWTH OF MANUFACTURING IN THE BIG COUNTRY

2026 Scholarship Recipient

This year, BCMA awarded a $2,500 scholarship to help Luke Schonerstedt from Wylie High School take the next step toward his future. Luke plans to attend the Colorado School of Mines in the fall to pursue a bachelor’s degree and, eventually, a master’s degree in biomechanical engineering.

Scholarship Program

BCMA proudly supports the next generation of leaders in manufacturing. High school seniors and current college students attending area institutions are encouraged to apply for our annual scholarship opportunities.

Our mission is to strengthen the stability and growth of manufacturing in the Big Country by connecting education and industry, investing in workforce development, and fostering collaboration across our business community.

Are you a high school or college student interested in a career in manufacturing or supporting the industry? Apply now for a scholarship next year to help fund your training or education!

Questions? Email us at info@bcmatexas.org.

Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME)

Exciting news: Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas, in partnership with the Big Country Manufacturing Alliance, has been awarded a FAME Catalyst Grant by The Manufacturing Institute and FAME USA!

We’re bringing a FAME chapter to the Big Country, creating earn-and-learn apprenticeship opportunities that connect local manufacturers with the next generation of skilled manufacturing talent.

Through the FAME model, students gain hands-on training while earning a paycheck and manufacturers build the durable talent pipelines they need to grow. It’s a win for workers, a win for businesses, and a win for local communities.

If you’re a manufacturing employer who wants to get involved, reach out at info@wfswct.org or info@bcmatexas.org.