TLMI 2011-2012 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

4 YEAR COLLEGE DEGREE PROGRAM

Joshua Keith Boland
Clemson University

Joshua is a Graphics Communications major hoping to enter the industry in creative services. He participates in Clemson’s Technical Association of the Graphic Arts and has interned with a flexographic prepress company.

Samantha Joice Hamman
Western Michigan University

Samantha is majoring in Graphic and Printing Sciences and has won a number of awards for her scholarship. She balances work with her studies and is currently the Print Center Manager at WMU.

Christina Kerstetter, Bruce Bell Scholar*
Kean University

Christina, a previous recipient of the 2 Year College or Technical Degree Program Scholarship, is now enrolled in the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Program at Kean University. In addition to her studies Christina works for TLMI member Luminer Converting Group, which supports her studies by providing flexible work hours and valuable industry experience.

*This scholarship award honors Mr. Bruce Bell, a leader in the tag and label industry who singlehandedly established this scholarship program. His objective was to help young people obtain a college degree and begin a career in the industry.

Sara Koller
University of Wisconsin-Stout

A second year recipient, Sara is pursuing double majors in Graphic Design and Graphic Communication Management. Sara is also a member of the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) and the Stout Typographical Society (STS).

Kristen Michelle Zeleznik
Senior, Clemson University

After extensive research on developing ISO CMYK specifications for Expanded Color Gamut printing while working for The Sonoco Institute and HAVI Global Solutions Kristen has developed a deep passion for color-management and the technical aspects of printing. Her major is in Graphic Communications with a minor in Packaging Science. Kristen hopes to remain involved in the packaging industry focusing on brand management and brand identity with a strong emphasis on color-management.

2 YEAR COLLEGE OR TECHNICAL DEGREE PROGRAM

Nicole Marie Nusbaum
Dunwoody College of Technology

Nicole is working toward certification as a Flexo operator. While pursuing her studies she works as a Bindery Helper. She appreciates the hands-on learning opportunities both school and work provide as she hopes to have a career in the industry.

TLMI MEMBER COMPANY EMPLOYEE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Tammy Sue Tlachac, Belmark, Inc.
Lakeland College

Employed by Belmark, Inc. since February 1994, Tammy is continuing her education in accounting to prepare for a future role as Accounting Manager with this TLMI member company.

Applications for the 2012-13 TLMI Scholarship Programs will be available beginning in December 2011.