Recap: CTEC High School “Women Who Weld” contest support

CTEC High School in Fresno California held its first annual “Women Who Weld” contest. AWS leaders Randy Emery, Kerry Shatell and Rob Purvis served as judges and technical support. $1,000.00 AWS scholarships were awarded to the top two finishers. The event included 16 young lady welders from various high schools throughout the Central Valley.
Welding contest contestants, coaches with AWS officers / judges, Kerry Shatell, Rob Purvis and Randy Emery.

Welding contest contestants, coaches with AWS officers / judges, Kerry Shatell, Rob Purvis and Randy Emery.

The contest winner with District Director Rob Purvis and Welding Educator Jacob Cavazos.

The contest winner with District Director Rob Purvis and Welding Educator Jacob Cavazos.

Proud contestants showing off their work.

Proud contestants showing off their work.

Current District 22 Director, Rob Purvis and Incoming District 22 Director Randy Emery, recapping a great experience with the next generation of skilled professionals.

Current District 22 Director, Rob Purvis and Incoming District 22 Director Randy Emery, recapping a great experience with the next generation of skilled professionals.