Honeywell's Expertise and Technology to Help Prepare University Students for Future Careers
DAMMAM, Saudi Arabia, October 25, 2009 - Honeywell (NYSE:HON) today announced an academic and industrial collaboration program with King Faisal University (KFU). As part of the program, Honeywell will provide technical and research support, training, internships, scholarships and bursaries to selected students enrolled in the University's electrical, instrumentation, chemical engineering, computer science and management programs. KFU will leverage Honeywell's expertise and resources to help keep its technical curriculum current and aligned with the latest industry developments and trends.
"KFU is proud to be partnering with Honeywell on this prestigious initiative that will not only allow our students to learn from an industry leader, but will also offer them the opportunity to gain vital industry experience as part of their curriculum," said His Excellency Dr. Yousef Al-Jendan, president of KFU. "On the academic front, this partnership will also allow us to bring the very latest in technology and know-how into our classrooms. A combination of these factors will ensure that our graduates are job-ready and be viewed as assets by prospective employers."
"Our partnership with KFU is evidence of Honeywell's commitment to the region. This demonstrates our willingness to invest in and to contribute to the Middle East's economic growth by sharing our expertise, resources and technology," said Norm Gilsdorf, president, Honeywell Process Solutions. "The objective of this partnership is to work with KFU to develop a pool of knowledgeable and skilled process automation professionals. Ultimately, it is the people that drive any industry and we need to facilitate the development of critical skills within the region."
The program will commence in September 2009 and will include the launch of a summer internship program and academic achievement awards for six students, in addition to regular seminars and career days hosted by Honeywell executives. KFU faculty will benefit from opportunities to familiarize themselves with the latest technology by participating in Honeywell projects. Honeywell will also work with KFU to implement training and recruitment programs and install Honeywell technology in the University's laboratories.
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Honeywell International (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywellnow.com.Honeywell Process Solutions is part of Honeywell's Automation and Control Solutions group, a global leader in providing product and service solutions that improve efficiency and profitability, support regulatory compliance, and maintain safe, comfortable environments in homes, buildings and industry. For more information about Process Solutions, access www.honeywell.com/ps
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