January 22, 2024 Press Release from the University of Northwestern Ohio: The University of Northwestern Ohio, the nation’s leader in High Performance Motorsports education is set to make waves at the 2024 Speedweeks in Daytona and Volusia, Florida. UNOH students are seizing a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the high-octane world of motorsports
From February 5 to 10, 2024, Volusia Speedway Park will witness the prowess of UNOH as they field three custom-built modified cars, each driven by a skilled UNOH Racer. Randy Giroux from Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada (#1 car), Dylan Murray from Halls, Tennessee (#0 car), and Brayden Weller from Palmer, Nebraska (#01 car) will lead the charge, accompanied by a dedicated crew of 24 UNOH Motorsports Team students.
Giroux, having completed his associate degree in Automotive Technology & High Performance Motorsports, is now pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Murray, with an associate degree in Automotive Technology & High-Performance Motorsports, is charting a course toward a specialized studies bachelor's degree with a focus on business administration. Weller is currently enrolled in the associate degree program with a major in High Performance Motorsports Technology.
UNOH's affiliation as the "Official Educational Partner" of Daytona International Speedway adds an extra layer of excitement. More than 50 UNOH High Performance Motorsports students, as members of the UNOH Race Club, will intern with 11 different ARCA teams during the ARCA Menards Series 200 race on February 17, 2024. There will also be 1 student on an Xfinity Team and another student serving as an ARCA Official. This partnership allows students to work with the same team throughout the ARCA season, offering invaluable experience at a competitive level and enhancing their career prospects upon graduation.
“The University of Northwestern Ohio is proud to continue to send our student athletic motorsports teams to Volusia Speedway to compete against the best UMP Modified drivers in the country. Our students build, crew, and drive these cars and the experience they gain at Volusia is invaluable to their careers,” said UNOH President, Dr. Jeffrey A. Jarvis. “The University has a global footprint, educating students from all 50 states and 76 countries. Having a presence in Daytona and Volusia gives students an opportunity to see what their future could hold for them.”
