WyoTech Archives

July 2009

Why not Train to become an Electrician at WyoTech Long Beach?

There are a lot of people these days looking to take their career options to the next level. The great thing about the electrician field is there's always a number of job opportunities for skilled technicians. Electrical appliances of every kind imaginable, like in the home, educational institutions, offices or factories, need trained and qualified personnel that can hit the ground running on day one.

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What Cars Have the Best Resale Value?

What Cars Have the Best Resale Value?

Kelley Blue Book, the “bible” of the auto industry when it comes to new and used car prices, recently released its Best Resale Value Awards for 2009. Its awards recognize those vehicles in 15 categories projected to retain the most value over five years, as well as 10 overall winners

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How to Match a Career with your Personality

How to Match a Career with your Personality

Choosing the right career can be a challenge, whether it's your first choice, second or possibly the third. How do you find a career to match your personality? The truth is there are no easy ways to help you make the decision. However, there are some things you can do to ease the challenge.

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Military Transition Assistance - Why not Choose WyoTech?

You served your country honorably for several years in the military and now you're officially out with an honorable discharge, now what do you do? First, you should give yourself a huge pat on the back for protecting and serving your country.

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WyoTech Helps Restore Car for Injured Soldier-July 19, 2009—WyoTech Long Beach

29 year-old Marine Staff Sergeant, Octavia Sanchez, will get the surprise of a lifetime when he gets to see the restoration of his 1962 Impala.

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WyoTech Helps Restore Car for Injured Soldier-July 19, 2009—WyoTech Long Beach

WyoTech Helps Restore Car for Injured Soldier-July 19, 2009—WyoTech Long Beach

29 year-old Marine Staff Sergeant, Octavia Sanchez, will get the surprise of a lifetime when he gets to see the restoration of his 1962 Impala. Octavia was the victim of a roadside bomb in Iraq that resulted in the loss of his right hand. He also sustained injuries to his left hand and third-degree burns over 70% of his body.

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WyoTech Second Annual Wounded Warrior Car Show

WyoTech Second Annual Wounded Warrior Car Show

WyoTech-Long Beach to Host Second Annual Wounded Warrior Car Show to Benefit the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund on Sunday, August 9, 2009.

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The Top 10 Best-Selling Cars of All Time

The Top 10 Best-Selling Cars of All Time

As the auto industry continues to struggle worldwide, it’s encouraging to note that car makers have hit more than their share of homeruns over the years. Here is a list of the top-selling cars (and trucks) of all time as compiled by Motor Trend magazine:

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2009 WyoTech Wounded Warrior Car Show--Long Beach Campus

For the second year, WyoTech-Long Beach will host its Wounded Warrior Car Show to benefit the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, to be held on Sunday, August 9, 2009 from
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the WyoTech-Long Beach campus.

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A Special Tribute to Father's Day from WyoTech Fremont-Theresa N. Herrera

Relationships between a father and son can be special, but the bonds that can sometimes form between father and daughter often resonate with a different kind of nurturing and understanding.

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WyoTech Daytona Adds Programs in Marine and Powersports

WyoTech is all about providing students with the tools to compete successfully in today's job market. WyoTech Daytona has added two programs to its arsenal-Advanced Marine and Off-Road Power.

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Fewer Auto Dealerships Create other Automotive Career Opportunities

Fewer Auto Dealerships Create other Automotive Career Opportunities

Auto Dealerships that are closing by General Motors and Chrysler across the nation aren't doing any big favors for automotive tech graduates looking to find a mechanic job after graduation. However, it stands to reason that fewer cars and trucks being sold means people around the country are depending on their vehicles to be a lot more reliable.

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10 Boat Movies That Will Make You Afraid of the Water

10 Boat Movies That Will Make You Afraid of the Water

Boats can be great fun—but seafaring has always come with a dark side. Here are 10 films that may make you think twice about ever getting on a boat again—or at least make a good case for always wearing a life jacket:

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NHRA Nationals, Seattle, Washington

NHRA fun and excitement once again at the NHRA Nationals in Seattle, Washington. If you've ever been to an NHRA event, no one has to tell you about the raw energy that pervades the very air.

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Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals, Denver, Colorado

Don't miss NHRA thunder at the Mopar mile-high NHRA Nationals, Denver, Colorado. This is serious fun and excitement for the entire family. You know the drill! Show up and have fun.

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George KremposkiWyoTech Graduate"After WyoTech, I worked at a few collision shops and four hot rod shops. I have a steady flow of people who want me to do work for them. Some wait up to a year for me to do the work on their babies. I've taken a short vacation from building cars and have turned my efforts to building some of the country's coolest jet boats."

 

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Jessi Combs - Extreme 4x42004 Graduate
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Former Co-host of Spike TV's "Xtreme 4X4" "At WyoTech, I received the skill set necessary to take me as far as my imagination will lead me." Jessi Combs' motto, "It's not how big you are in the fight; it's how big the fight is in you," has taken her ...

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