2022 Scholarship Recipients announced

OMAC is pleased to announce Ron Marchionna and BrentMarkgraf as the 2022 John A. Kowal Memorial Scholarship recipients! Please join us in congratulating both winners, as they honor John and his contributions to the field he served for more than 20 years. A $5,000 tuition scholarship will be awarded to each winner.

Ron Marchionna

OMAC is pleased to announce Ron Marchionna and Brent Markgraf as the 2022 John A. Kowal Memorial Scholarship recipients! Please join us in congratulating both winners, as they honor John and his contributions to the field he served for more than 20 years. A $5,000 tuition scholarship will be awarded to each winner. 

Ron Marchionna is earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering at the Milwaukee school of Engineering, in Wisconsin. As a student, Ron completed a one-year internship with Morrison Container Handling Solutions, served as the men’s soccer team captain, and earned recognition on the Dean’s List. After graduation, Ron plans to be involved in the machinery design process within the packaging and processing industry. 

Brent Markgraf

Brent Markgraf is studying ARET – Automation Robotics Engineering Technology at Hennepin Technical College in Minnesota. In addition to being a Dean’s List student, Brent has also completed continuing education courses through PMMI, specifically the Industrial Electricity and Mechanical Components programs. A career pursuing robotics, automation, and technical opportunities is expected upon graduation.

The John A. Kowal Memorial Scholarship continues to carry John’s legacy by identifying and rewarding students demonstrating a commitment to excellence within the packaging automation industry. Ron and Brent, congratulations again on this commendable recognition! 

Learn more about this scholarship opportunity and the 2023 application requirements.