MINNEAPOLIS – The SMTA is soliciting applications from full-time graduate students pursuing a degree and working on thesis research in electronics assembly, electronics packaging or a related field, for the $5000 Charles Hutchins Educational Grant.

Cosponsored by the SMTA and PCD&F/CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY, the Hutchins Grant was established in memory of past SMTA president, educator, mentor, and industry colleague, Dr. Charles Hutchins. A total of $85,000 has been awarded to recipients since 1998.

All required materials are due Apr. 18. The Grant Committee reviews all qualified applications and makes their recommendation to the SMTA Board of Directors. The grant will be presented at the SMTA International Conference in Rosemont, IL in September.

Interested applicants should visit the Hutchins Grant website to review the eligibility criteria and the award program, and to complete an application. For more information about the Charles Hutchins Educational Grant, contact Jae Gullings at 952-920-7682 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..