Subaru donates to auto program

NORWALK - Cerritos College received a $2,500 donation toward student scholarship funds from Subaru and five area dealers on Dec. 6.Car dealerships Sierra Subaru, Timmons Subaru, Renick Subaru, Shaver Subaru and Subaru of Glendale each contributed $250, and Subaru of America matched with $1,250 to bring the total donation to the school's Southeast ROP Automotive Youth Education Systems Program to $2,500. The program prepares students for entry-level career positions or advanced studies in automotive technology. Since its inception, it has sent nearly 11,000 interns to the auto industry nationwide. Subaru has supported the program since 2001 and is looking for more dealers to participate and contribute. "We are pleased to support dedicated students advancing their automotive education," said Dan Page, district parts and service manager for Subaru. "They are the future of our industry."

********** Published: December 23, 2010 - Volume 9 - Issue 36

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