CHICAGO (BRAIN) — SRAM is sponsoring a scholarship for women at bike shops to attend one of the three Professional Bicycle Mechanic Association Workshops over the 2017/18 winter season.
"SRAM believes in helping support the growth and development of women working in bicycle industry. If you are a woman and want to increase your technical skills and mechanical knowledge this scholarship is for you," the company said.
The scholarships will cover the cost of the workshop and lodging while there; it does not include travel to and from the workshop, and any expenses incurred while attending the workshop. The workshop includes all course materials for tech courses. mid-session snack breaks, two lunches and attendance at PeopleForBikes Mechanics DRAFT meetup.
The scholarshop application period is open through Friday, Sept. 15 and winners will be announced by Oct. 1.
More information: Scholarship application.
