ST. LOUIS — The Electrical Connection partnered with the Saint Louis Science Center to honor stalwarts of the community for outstanding contributions and innovation to STEM education initiatives that advance knowledge in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. The Electrical Connection was the presenting sponsor of the Science Center’s Prologue Awards to the late William R. Orthwein, Jr. and his wife Laura and Emerson. The Electrical Connection is a partnership of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local One and the St. Louis Chapter, National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).

“The Electrical Connection is honored to be a presenting sponsor of this very prestigious award,” said Jim Curran, executive vice president, Electrical Connection. “Our strong partnership with the Saint Louis Science Center is important to our commitment to STEM education initiatives throughout our region, our state, country and the world.”

The Orthweins created the William R. Orthwein Jr. and Laura Rand Orthwein Foundation to support education, the arts, health and welfare. Emerson was honored for its continuing support of STEM education.

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