WATERBURY, Connecticut — November 6, 2008 — Fifteen full scholarships to pursue an associate's degree in Electronic Engineering Technology that include the guarantee of a paid internship at Connecticut Light and Power (CL&P) are available beginning with the 2009-10 academic year at Naugatuck Valley Community College (NVCC) in Waterbury.
Scholarship recipients will receive full tuition from the Northeast Utilities Foundation for up to two years of undergraduate study to cover costs and fees at NVCC. A book allowance will also be provided.
"Pursuing a college degree can be very costly, so this is a tremendous opportunity that combines NVCC's outstanding curriculum with the scholarships and a hands-on opportunity through the internships," said Raymond P. Necci, president and chief operating officer of CL&P and Yankee Gas. "What Connecticut will get will be a group of technically qualified people who hopefully want to stay here and work here, preferably for CL&P."
Students completing the two-year, 67 or 68 credit hours program will have the necessary math and technical skills, along with a clear understanding of what the utility industry offers. They will be considered for employment at CL&P based on academic achievement, internship success and overall performance. They also will have the option of transferring to a four year program.
Those interested in this scholarship program should contact B.J. Plouffe, Engineering Technology Secretary, at (203) 575-8090 or bplouffe@nvcc.commnet.edu.
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Naugatuck Valley Community College was established in 1992 with the merging of Waterbury State Technical College and Mattatuck Community College as a public, two-year, associate degree granting, co-educational, non-residential institution where students are provided opportunities to learn and explore their interests and abilities in a “community based” environment. Approximately 11,000 degree and 5,000 non-degree students enroll annually in over 100 accredited and continuing education programs at the College to fulfill their educational goals. Programs are taught in state-of-the art classrooms and laboratories for general and specialized use. Technology Hall, a 100,000-square-foot facility featuring smart classrooms and hi-tech learning facilities, opened its doors to classes on September 2, 2008.
The College is home to one of Connecticut’s three observatories, where hundreds of citizens come to campus each year to view the heavens. The College also provides cultural programs for the region in the Fine Arts Center, which houses two theaters, music and dance studios, video studios and rehearsal rooms. There are over 40 clubs, organizations and professional and honor societies available to students.
Naugatuck Valley Community College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education. Several special programs are accredited by the American Bar Association, the National League of Nursing and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
The College is located on a 110-acre campus at 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, Connecticut, at exit 18 off Interstate 84 near the junction of Route 8.
Please visit our website at www.nvcc.commnet.edu for more information.
The Northeast Utilities Foundation, established in 1998, has proudly supported charitable partners in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire with total donations of more than $10 million. For more information on the Northeast Utilities Foundation, visit www.northeastutilitiesfoundation.org.
The Connecticut Light and Power Company (CL&P) has been part of everyday life in Connecticut for more than 100 years, providing safe and reliable electric service to homes, neighborhoods and businesses. With 1.2 million customers in 149 cities and towns, CL&P is an active member in the communities it serves, offering programs in energy conservation, economic development and environmental stewardship. CL&P is part of the Northeast Utilities System (NYSE: NU). For more information, please visit www.cl-p.com.