Quanex Building Products Awards Two Students with Annual McHattie Scholarship

Quanex Building Products has Julian Postak of Cleveland Heights High School in Ohio, the son of Lori Aruscavage Postak, senior technical product specialist, and Thomas Zander of Richland 44 Public School in North Dakota, the son of Deena Andreasen, product development/configuration specialist, as recipients of its annual McHattie Scholarship. The program is sponsored by the Quanex Foundation and named in honor of Quanex’s former president, William A. McHattie.

Postak excelled in math and science coursework in high school and enjoys complex problem solving and helping his peers find success in these subjects. He participated in his high school’s Robotics Club, which also solidified his interest in engineering. In the fall, Postak will be attending Northeastern University, where he plans to study mechanical engineering through the school’s honors program. 

Zander's favorite subjects include math and science, and he played football and basketball throughout his school career. He has also participated in youth football and basketball programs in his community. Zander will attend Mayville State University, where he plans to work toward a degree in science with a minor in coaching and will play for the football team. He plans to pursue a career in high school education and coaching.

“We believe this is an important program for Quanex because it highlights our commitments to both our employees and the communities in which we operate,” says George Wilson, president and CEO, Quanex Building Products. “This granting of these scholarships is an investment in our teams, their families, and the local communities where they live.”

Each year, the scholarship is given to two children of Quanex employees. The recipients are selected by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation to receive a four-year grant for undergraduate study at an accredited college or university, funded by the Quanex Foundation. The winners are selected for their strong combination of academic and extracurricular attainments and their future potential for success in rigorous college studies, according to a press release.