Celebrating Excellence in Construction Education: Shanen Aranmor, 2024 Kueker Award Winner

We are thrilled to congratulate Shanen Aranmor, the Founder & Chief Wellness Welder at Weld Like A Girl, on being awarded the prestigious Carol A. Kueker Construction Education Visionary Award by the NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF). This award honors Shanen’s unwavering commitment to promoting construction education and her outstanding contributions to the broader construction community.

Shanen, also known as “The Wellness Welder,” exemplifies the visionary spirit that NEF seeks to recognize. Her dedication to empowering young people and fostering wellness through innovative welding programs is truly inspiring. As a business owner, college professor, community leader, and mentor, Shanen has made a significant impact on countless lives, embodying the values of leadership, education, and community service that NEF holds dear.

Her role as a welding professor at Arizona Western College, combined with her volunteer leadership in organizations such as Skills USA, the YMCA, and Kids At Hope, highlights her passion for nurturing the next generation of skilled tradespeople. Shanen’s commitment to education and her community aligns perfectly with the mission of promoting excellence and leadership within the construction industry.

The Carol A. Kueker Construction Education Visionary Award celebrates individuals who, like Carol Kueker, dedicate themselves to advancing construction education and supporting the future of the industry. Shanen Aranmor’s tireless work and impactful contributions make her a well-deserving recipient of this esteemed honor.

Congratulations, Shanen, on this well-deserved recognition! Your work continues to inspire and pave the way for future leaders in the construction industry, and we at NEF are proud to celebrate your achievements.

Read more about Shanen on our Awards page.