Aug. 18, 2025 By Athena Dawson
A Ridgewood trade school student won a significant scholarship for his future automotive career.
Blerim Bibovic, a Lincoln Tech Queens campus student, won the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (GNYADA) $5,000 Excellence in Automotive Education Scholarship.
Bibovic, a 2024 graduate of Glover Cleveland High School, was presented with the award in late August at GNYADA’s annual meeting. The organization awarded a total of $25,000 to Bibovic and other exceptional automotive students across the region.
Bibovic was recognized for his technical skills and dedication to a future career in the automotive industry. The $5000 award is an investment in Bibovic’s studies, allowing him financial assistance to obtain certifications and invest in tools and