Metro East high school wins 3D printing contest hosted by advanced manufacturing center
The Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center St. Louis (AMICSTL) recently partnered with Project Mfg to host a 3D printing competition that introduced high school students to advanced manufacturing technologies. Held at Rung for Women, the event challenged students to assemble a CubeSat using various additive manufacturing methods. Freeburg Community High School won the top prize, with Triad and Pattonville high schools placing second and third. AMICSTL leaders say such initiatives help spark interest in manufacturing careers and support the region's broader push to become a hub for innovation and equitable economic growth.
By James Drew – Reporter, St. Louis Business Journal. Mar 3, 2025
“The nonprofit group working on construction of an advanced manufacturing center in the St. Louis area also is helping high school students gain exposure to potential career paths in the manufacturing sector….”