Michael R. Spahr
U.S. Army Veteran and Graduate of Lincoln College of Technology
In observation of Veteran’s Day, Lincoln College of Technology in Indianapolis, IN would like to honor our Veteran alumnus, Mr. Michael R. Spahr, who was recently inducted into the campus’s Hall of Fame. Michael graduated from Lincoln Tech in 1993 with honors and subsequently joined the United States Army where he served honorably and received the following credentials, commendations, and recognitions:
• Certificate of Achievement Distinguished Honor Graduate of the Heavy Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Course (Class 001V-95)
• Certificate of Achievement Distinguished Graduate of Arc Welding course
• Certificate of Achievement Post Retreat Ceremonial Team
• Certificate of Achievement Battalion Mechanic of the Quarter 1996
• Certificate of Achievement National Training Center Rotation #96-12
After serving his country, Mr. Spahr held several positions in the private sector and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Education from Wright State University. His experience, education, and training has allowed him to pursue a career as a Diesel Instructor at the Greene County Career Center in Xenia, OH. He is passionate about his craft and passing his knowledge onto future generations. This is evidenced by the various accolades he has received during his time as an education professional:
• Lincoln Tech Hall of Fame Inductee, 2021
• Golden Owl Award Honoree, 2018
• Howard L. Post Excellence in Education Award, 2008
• Ohio Association of Agriculture Education, Outstanding Teacher Award, 2018
• Ohio Association of Agricultural Teachers, Mentor of the Year, 2015
• National Association of Agriculture Teachers, Region IV Teacher Mentor of the Year, 2015
Regarding his personal and professional accomplishments thus far, Michael stated, “The academic opportunities afforded to me, along with the discipline and training I received as a member of the armed forces, helped lay a solid foundation on which I’ve built my life. It’s thanks to all of my experiences that I am able to pay it forward and help those around me succeed and be the best they can be on a daily basis.”
Michael also counts among his qualifications a class A CDL license; ASE Automotive Master Technician status; ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Technician status; Equipment and Engine Training Council (EETC) Master Certification; Briggs and Stratton Master Service Technician status; Kohler Engine Expert Technician status; Sit-Down Counterbalanced Lift Truck Trainer; MACS 609 Instructor; and OSHA Instructor certifications.
Please join us in congratulating and honoring Michael Spahr for serving his country, his many accomplishments, and his continued focus on skilled trades education.