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18
Jan, 2019
Friday

What's It Like to Be a Career Changer Student at UTI

by Universal Technical Institute
Image of the face of an adult learner student as well as a Justin K. Pawlak car and hands of an adult learner student working on a car
Are you considering Universal Technical Institute? Learn about the support students get and why you might want to attend.

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18
Dec, 2018
Tuesday

4 Important Life Lessons For Technicians

by Universal Technical Institute
An image of Sean Callahan who is an Automotive Program instructor at UTI Norwood Massachusetts along with an image of a student working on a Volvo
Sean Callahan is an Automotive Instructor at UTI Norwood (Massachusetts). We asked him what advice he would give to his younger self. Yes, he talks about hard work and dedication but the story is deeper.

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17
Dec, 2018
Monday

5 Critical Things This NASCAR Tech Instructor Learned By Going For It

by Universal Technical Institute
This is an image of Nathan Armas who is an instructor at NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville North Carolina along with some students from that campus as well
What kind of advice would a NASCAR Technical Institute instructor give to himself back when he was in high school? Find out here.

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13
Dec, 2018
Thursday

7 Things This Instructor Wishes He Knew When He Was in School

by Universal Technical Institute
There is an image of UTI Lisle Automotive Technology Program Instructor Sean Gagnon who is in the right frame of the image
Sean Gagnon has made some mistakes along the way. We all have. Now that he's an instructor at UTI Lisle, he has some advice for his younger self. And for the next generation of techs.

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12
Dec, 2018
Wednesday

7 Reasons Graduates Love Universal Technical Institute

by Universal Technical Institute
An image of UTI graduates Alyssa Culver and Brandon Davis
Why do graduates love their experience at Universal Technical Institute? Here are seven reasons...

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10
Dec, 2018
Monday

High-Tech Jobs: What It Takes To Be An Automotive Technician

by Universal Technical Institute
An automotive graduate from Universal Technical Institute in Norwood, Massachusetts
Today’s cars are more complex than the computers that guided the first Apollo! That means what it takes to qualify as an automotive technician is changing.

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06
Dec, 2018
Thursday

UTI Grad, Diesel Technician, Bar Owner: What's Next for Junior Alvarez?

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI Graduate and Diesel Technician
Junior Alvarez graduated from UTI Avondale's Diesel Technology Program. He works as a Caterpillar field service tech by day. And he's an entrepreneur by night.

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05
Dec, 2018
Wednesday

High Pressure, High Stakes, High Rewards for UTI Avondale Diesel Program Graduate

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI Diesel Program Graduate
Rogelio Ruiz is a 21-year-old diesel technician working at New Mexico oil fields and farms. He's a UTI Avondale graduate and he loves his job. This is his story.

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03
Dec, 2018
Monday

7 Ways Industry Demand Benefits Technicians

by Universal Technical Institute
A service manager at a BMW dealership and his shop foreman who graduated from Universal Technical Institute in Illinois
Want to pursue a career that's in demand? Becoming a technician in the automotive field might be right for you. The need for qualified technicians has continued to grow, but don't take our word for it.

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27
Nov, 2018
Tuesday

9 Reasons Instructors Do What They Do

by Universal Technical Institute
Ted Foos is an instructor at Universal Technical Institute in Norwood, Massachusetts
Our instructors are experts who have decades of combined experience in the field, a burning passion for what they teach, and best of all, they want to share their knowledge with the next generation.

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19
Nov, 2018
Monday

UTI Graduate is First Female Technician at Mercedes-Benz of Chicago

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI graduate Veronica Anderson standing next to a red Mercedes-Benz convertible, and she also graduated from the Mercedes-Benz DRIVE Program at UTI Long Beach
Veronica Anderson is the first female automotive technician at Mercedes-Benz of Chicago. And she's only 19! Now you can read her inspiring story.

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12
Nov, 2018
Monday

Ignite Summer Program: High School Juniors Can Learn—at No Charge

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI's IGNITE Summer Program for High School Students
Is it true that high school students can earn credits toward a UTI degree or diploma through our Ignite Summer Program?

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08
Nov, 2018
Thursday

BMW and UTI Offer MSTEP Program for Transitioning Military Members

by Universal Technical Institute
BMW and UTI MSTEP Program for Military Members
Here's the first training program of its kind offered by a premium automotive manufacturer for military service members directly on a U.S. military base.

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05
Nov, 2018
Monday

9 Things Employers Want You to Know

by Universal Technical Institute
A graduate of MMI Orlando who started his own company and now hired Motorcycle Mechanics Institute graduates
Interested in a successful career as a technician? Here's some advice from nine industry professionals about how to grow a career.

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01
Nov, 2018
Thursday

Action Express Racing Gives NASCAR Tech Grads Room to Grow

by Universal Technical Institute
NASCAR Technical Institute Grads join Action Express Racing
What is the connection between the Action Express Racing team and NASCAR Technical Institute grads? You can find out here.

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26
Oct, 2018
Friday

7 Critical Things UTI Grads Want You to Know

by Universal Technical Institute
A female diesel graduate from Universal Technical Institute in Orlando, Florida
Universal Technical Institute has more than 200,000 graduates. Here's advice from seven on how to find success as automotive, diesel, motorcycle, and marine technicians.

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25
Oct, 2018
Thursday

Interstate Batteries Energizes UTI

by Universal Technical Institute
An image of three interstate batteries for a blog about the professional relationship between Universal Technical Institute and Interstate Batteries
What does a relationship with Interstate Batteries mean for students at Universal Technical Institute? Click the button to find out.

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15
Oct, 2018
Monday

How Long Does It Take to Become a Professional Automotive Technician?

by Universal Technical Institute
A Mercedes-Benz professional technician who graduated from Universal Technical Institute.
We’re all programmed to believe that the only way to find career success is through a four-year college degree. But is that true?

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12
Oct, 2018
Friday

Can You Succeed at UTI With No Prior Mechanic Work Experience?

by Universal Technical Institute
Can You Succeed at UTI With No Prior Mechanic Work Experience?
What if we told you that experience working on cars, trucks, motorcycles, and boats prior to starting classes at UTI does not determine your success as a student?

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01
Oct, 2018
Monday

An Irrational Lifestyle That Makes Perfect Sense

by Universal Technical Institute
Guys Meeting up for a Race - Car Culture
What is car culture? Some think it's an unspoken society. And it doesn't matter if you love four wheels, two wheels, monster wheels or anything in between. Sound familiar? Then this is for you.

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28
Sep, 2018
Friday

The Intersection Between Harley-Davidson, Youtube, and Motorcycle Mechanics Institute

by Universal Technical Institute
Harley Davidson, MMI and YouTube
John Maxwell knows just about everything a Harley-Davidson enthusiast needs to know. He's a YouTube sensation and a MMI Orland grad. This is his story.

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24
Jul, 2018
Tuesday

After 35+ Years in the Industry, Diesel Pro Turns to Teaching

by Universal Technical Institute
Diesel Instructor Joins Team at UTI Bloomfield Campus
After 35+ years of being in the Diesel Industry, Greg Osbourne is now an instructor at the UTI Bloomfield campus and is excited to share his experiences and show his knowledge in the Diesel Technician program.

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23
Jul, 2018
Monday

UTI Graduate Returns to School, This Time as an Instructor

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI Student Becomes Teacher at Bloomfield Campus
UTI graduate Gerardo Mendez speaks about how his experience in the automotive industry encouraged him to be an instructor at UTI Bloomfield campus.

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19
Jul, 2018
Thursday

6 Reasons to Make a Career Change

by Universal Technical Institute
6 Reasons to Make a Career Change
You spend most of your life working, so why not do something you enjoy? Watch for these six red flags because it might be time for a career change.

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18
Jul, 2018
Wednesday

Who Pulls Off a Better Pit Stop:  NASCAR or Formula 1?

by Universal Technical Institute
Fastest Pitstop: NASCAR or Formula 1
How many people does it take to change a tire? It’s debatable. NASCAR and Formula 1 go head-to-head on who can change tires in the shortest time.

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17
Jul, 2018
Tuesday

Am I a Kinesthetic (Hands-On) Learner?

by Universal Technical Institute
Kinesthetic Learner
Do you crack your knuckles? Do your feet or hands tap a constant rhythm ? Do you think most clearly when you’re exercising? If so, there’s a good chance you’re a kinesthetic learner.

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16
Jul, 2018
Monday

From NASCAR Tech to Winning Engines

by Universal Technical Institute
NASCAR Tech Graduate on Roush Yates Engines Team
Dustin Desautell is one of the youngest engine builders on the Roush Yates Engines team. He's also a NASCAR Tech grad. Here's his story.

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13
Jul, 2018
Friday

Everything You Want to Know About CNC Machining Training and Careers

by Universal Technical Institute
CNC Machining Training and Careers
Do you love working with your hands and computers? Maybe you should think about a career as a CNC machinist.

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13
Jul, 2018
Friday

Transitioning From Military Mechanic to Civilian Automotive Tech

by Universal Technical Institute
Military Mechanic to Civilian Automotive Tech
Making the jump from military to civilian life? Here are some resources that could help you pursue a career as an automotive tech after the military.

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12
Jul, 2018
Thursday

SHELL PENNZOIL AND UTI: TRANSFORMING THE INDUSTRY

by Universal Technical Institute
Shell Penzoil and UTI
From providing lubricants to educational development and scholarships, Shell Pennzoil is fully invested in the future of the automotive industry.

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11
Jul, 2018
Wednesday

The Humble Mechanic:  UTI Student to YouTube Star

by Universal Technical Institute
Charles Sanville, The Humble Mechanic YouTube Star
Charles Sanville is a UTI grad. He's better known as YouTube’s Humble Mechanic. Here's the story about how he got there.

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10
Jul, 2018
Tuesday

UTI Graduate Bogi Lateiner Blazes a Trail

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI Graduate Becomes Shop Owner and Personality on All Girls Garage
How did Bogi Lateiner go from pre-law to Universal Technical Institute, to shop owner and television personality on Velocity's All Girls Garage? Here's how.

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09
Jul, 2018
Monday

Justin T. Pawlak:  From UTI Grad to Formula D Racing Star

by Universal Technical Institute
Justin looking at the camera
How did Justin T. Pawlak go from a soccer scholarship in Wisconsin to Universal Technical Institute (UTI) in Arizona to a Formula D driver? Here's the story.

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08
Jul, 2018
Sunday

Documentary Examines Automotive & Diesel Technicians

by Universal Technical Institute
Automotive and Diesel Technician Documentary Crew
Three teenagers go on a road trip to interview some of the country's leading automotive and diesel technicians. This is their story.

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06
Jul, 2018
Friday

BMW and UTI Plan to Combat Labor Shortages With Soldiers

by Universal Technical Institute
BMW and UTI Take on Labor Shortage with Soldiers
UTI has partnered with BMW of North America to support an initiative to help relieve the labor shortage.

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03
Jul, 2018
Tuesday

8 Signs You Might Enjoy Working as a CNC Machinist

by Universal Technical Institute
CNC Machinist
Ever consider a career as a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinist? Here are eight signs that it just might be the career for you.

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29
Jun, 2018
Friday

5 Questions to Help You Find a Career That You’ll Love

by Universal Technical Institute
Students working on a car together
Want to find a career you love? These 5 questions can help.

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28
Jun, 2018
Thursday

Partnerships: UTI, Ford, Shell Pennzoil and Neil Tjin Edition

by Universal Technical Institute
Neil Tjin holding his son near a Ford truck
Learn how Neil Tjin went from a high school student tinkering with cars, to winning Best in Show at SEMA.

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27
Jun, 2018
Wednesday

Universal Technical Institute Opens Campus in Bloomfield, NJ

by Universal Technical Institute
Front view of the new campus in Bloomfield, NJ
Discover Universal Technical Institute's new Bloomfield campus in Bloomfield, NJ. Classes begin this fall 2018.

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26
Jun, 2018
Tuesday

Spend Summer Learning Valuable STEM and Career Skills - For Free

by Universal Technical Institute
The Ignite program at UTI campuses
High school juniors and seniors can get a jump-start on their careers this summer by enrolling in the ignite program offered at UTI campuses across the country.

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25
Jun, 2018
Monday

Why Universal Motorsports Team (UMT) Is An Exclusive Club

by Universal Technical Institute
Motorsport Team Pit Stop Mechanics
NASCAR Technical Institute graduate, Daniel Rohrer, shares what he believes is his secret to getting a job in the motorsports industry.

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23
Jun, 2018
Saturday

10 Stories That Will Make You Want to Be a Technician

by Universal Technical Institute
technicians at work
Here are 10 stories that will make you want to become a technician!

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22
Jun, 2018
Friday

The Difference Between a Mechanic and An Automotive Technician

by Universal Technical Institute
technicians working on a car
Is there a difference between a mechanic and an automotive technician? We try to settle the debate.

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20
Jun, 2018
Wednesday

Cool Factoids From One of the Coolest Brands:  Harley-Davidson

by Universal Technical Institute
Motorcycle technician school
How many of these 10 facts about Harley-Davidson do you already know?

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19
Jun, 2018
Tuesday

Lincoln Electric CEO Sizes Up the Skilled Trade Shortage

by Universal Technical Institute
Man welding metal slab
Manufacturing industries might be growing, but the pool of skilled workers is shrinking. Lincoln Electric's CEO has some ideas on how to fill the skills gap.

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18
Jun, 2018
Monday

Welding History Goes Back Farther Than You Think

by Universal Technical Institute
Man using welding torch
The history of welding goes back farther than you think. We can prove it.

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22
May, 2018
Tuesday

He's an ASE Certified Technician at 23

by Universal Technical Institute
The Youngest ASE Certified Technician in History
Luke Franta is 23 years old and an ASE certified technician. Curious about what it takes to become ASE certified? We can help.

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21
May, 2018
Monday

The Vintage Café Racer Movement

by Universal Technical Institute
Vintage Cafe Racing engine block
Learn the history about where Café Racers came from and the class we offer about these and other iconic vintage bikes.

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18
May, 2018
Friday

Meet the Two MMIs

by Universal Technical Institute
Technicians working featured
There are two MMIs. One is the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute. The other is the Marine Mechanics Institute. This article breaks down the difference between the two.

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17
May, 2018
Thursday

HOW TO BECOME A CERTIFIED MARINE DIESEL MECHANIC

by Universal Technical Institute
Boats in the shop
Becoming a certified marine diesel mechanic isn't out of reach. UTI’s Marine Mechanic Institute will get you closer.

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16
May, 2018
Wednesday

10 Things Every Technician Needs to Know

by Universal Technical Institute
Technicians working on automobiles
We asked ten successful technicians what advice they would give to people who are just starting out in their careers, or are considering going to a technical school.

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15
May, 2018
Tuesday

The Mechanic's Path to ASE Certification

by Universal Technical Institute
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You can work as a mechanic without ASE certification, but having it distinguishes you from other technicians. It also helps improve employability.

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10
May, 2018
Thursday

You Can Go Places With a Career in Welding

by Universal Technical Institute
Stig welding image
You probably have an idea what a welder does, but do you know what a career in welding looks like? This will help...

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09
May, 2018
Wednesday

UTI Grad Wins Platinum Award at Cavallino Classic Car Show

by Universal Technical Institute
UTI Graduate WinsAward at Car Show
Greg Miller began his career at BMW after graduating from Universal Technical Institute Houston. He never expected his passion for cars would take him to the nation’s largest Ferrari showcase competition.

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08
May, 2018
Tuesday

The Difference Between College, Trade School & Universal Technical Institute

by Universal Technical Institute
Difference between College, Trade School and UTI
Every year, millions of high school students and workers face the dilemma or whether they should pursue an education at a traditional 4-year college/university or trade school.

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02
May, 2018
Wednesday

Why UTI Students Should Apply For the MRW Work Ethic Scholarships

by Universal Technical Institute
Apply for mikeroweWORKS Scholarships
Skilled trades are in more demand now more than ever, and there are scholarships that could help you prepare for a career in those skilled trades.

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25
Apr, 2018
Wednesday

Becoming an Auto Technician is a Good Career Plan

by Universal Technical Institute
Becoming an Auto Technician is a Good Career Plan
UTI graduate Jackson Chartier has a passion for cars but pursuing a career in automotive and diesel technology wasn’t his plan. Until now.

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18
Apr, 2018
Wednesday

Mike Rowe's Foundation Offers Scholarships

by Universal Technical Institute
Mike Rowe's Foundation Scholarships
You may have the impression that being an auto mechanic is a dirty job but with a little help from Mike Rowe, you might start thinking otherwise.

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12) Based on data compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections (2016-2026), www.bls.gov, viewed October 24, 2017. The projected number of annual job openings, by job classification is: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, 75,900; Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists, 28,300; Automotive Body and Related Repairers, 17,200. Job openings include openings due to growth and net replacements.

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