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Fine Homebuilding Awards $60,000 in Scholarships

SkillsUSA is proud to announce, in its third year of partnership with Fine Homebuilding, a scholarship opportunity for SkillsUSA members. Current SkillsUSA members studying in construction-related fields, with a passion for their craft and planning to pursue continued education including community college, undergraduate programs, and industry certifications are eligible for one of 24 $2,500 scholarships for the 2019 academic year

What Is The "Skills Gap"?

Employers are constantly seeking employees who have the necessary skills to fulfil a job's requirements. When the employer is unable to locate someone who is qualified to take on those responsibilities, that is known as the skills gap

Winter And The DryerWallVent

Recently, a question was asked "Would this freeze shut in a northern winter climate?". While anything is subject to limited function when encased in ice, the DryerWallVent has proven to withstand harsh climates very well.

Stuffing Is For Turkeys, Not Ducts

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and most people gather with their friends and family to celebrate. Usually, the only side effect of turkey and stuffing is a full tummy and an overwhelming desire to sleep. If your ducts are stuffed full of lint, though, the side effect could be a tragedy.