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    Studica Celebrates 30th Anniversary

    Studica is celebrating 30 years of uniting technology with education! This milestone is all in thanks to our dedicated customers and the incredible companies we\'ve had the privilege to work with over the years. Education is constantly evolving with technology. We at Studica strive to stay on top of the trends and provide schools around the world with the best, most relevant classroom solutions possible. From STEM sets to design software - we are here to offer our customers the best for less.

    Our History | 30 Years in the Making

    Studica was founded as TorComp in 1985 by two engineering students that met at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. Co-founders, Frank Nanfara and Tony Uccello, initially ventured into selling CAD software to schools and students in the United States and Canada. Steadily, the company grew as they found there was a increasing demand for schools to have access to more technology and complete classroom solutions. Studica evolved over the course of 30 years from two recent college grads to offices in 10 different countries around the world.

    Today, Studica offers education solutions for STEM, Robotics, Coding and Programming, CAD/CAM and much more.

    Co-founder & President,
    Frank Nanfara

    Co-founder & Vice President,
    Tony Uccello

    As a recognized reseller of high quality robotics, we are also an official sponsor and product supplier for the WorldSkills Mobile Robotics Competition. We work side-by-side with the world-renowned fischertechnik Education to offer the latest products for STEM, CIM simulation and robotics. But, that\'s not all our focus is on. Studica continues to grow and offers a wide range of products in areas such as Game Design, 3D Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Desktop Publishing, Animation and more. 

    Our Partners | Getting the Best for Less

    As Studica progresses, we couldn\'t be more grateful for the many innovative companies we work alongside. Our partners are responsible for revolutionizing education and manufacturing some of the most powerful software and technology products available. Whether it is organizations like SREB that shape education reform, or companies like fischertechnik that find ways to engage students in new STEM concepts, Studica is proud to be among such incredible people dedicated to supporting the next generation of learners. That\'s why we are so honored when we hear how they feel about working with us.




     

    "The fischertechnik STEM program meets Common Core Standards for Math, Reading and Writing as well as the National Science Education Standards, and standards of ISTE, ITEEA. This program is designed to engage students in the study of Applied Physics with a systems approach to Electronics, Control and Sensing. Schools need programs like this and organizations like Studica to support STEM success. It\'s been a privilege to work with Studica on this."

    – Tom White, Program Creator & STEM Expert

    ““We are excited to be working with Studica to provide our schools with a single source to obtain the diverse components, technology and tools necessary for students to answer the driving questions of the projects. Because each group of students will work toward problem solutions differently, we needed a supplier who would be both adaptable and affordable.” 

    – Dr. Gene Bottoms, SREB Senior Vice President



    “I am excited to bring the education technology products that Studica offers into Germany and Austria. As schools move to a more project-focused learning approach, the multimedia, robotics and software solutions available at Studica make this an ideal fit.”

    – Erich Stadler, General Manager of Studica Germany 

    Our Customers | We Learn from You

    Over the course of 30 years, our customers have been the key element to our successes. We value their feedback, letting us know what we can do better and informing us of new demands in their classrooms. Studica aims to provide the latest and greatest technology to schools and students, but it all starts with what they need. We\'ve used customer feedback to improve our customer service, better our curriculum offerings and even suggest changes in upcoming releases from some of our top brands. Your voice means something to us, and we thank you for the time you spend sharing your experiences with the products on our site and with our sales representatives.


     

    “We have been delighted that students are achieving a better understanding of science, math, and engineering concepts, and using the vocabulary during discussions. Students are learning the difference between simple and complex machines with the hands-on activities provided. They are also learning about teamwork as they build projects together.”

    – Linda Brinkley, Science Educator at Wytheville Minnick School,
    fischertechnik customer


     

    “I already knew what the set was like, but I was so unprepared to receive it so fast!  I ordered it on a Tuesday night, they processed and shipped it out on Wednesday, and I received it here in Hawaii on Friday. Wonderful customer service!”

    – Wanda, Pantone customer

     

    “I ordered blue, yellow and black filament and the black was backordered for a couple of months.  Not once did I have to follow up with Studica.  The communications were appropriate and as soon as product came available it was shipped and received very quickly.  With other vendors I\'ve had to follow up to make sure they didn\'t "forget" and was pleased I did not have to do that this time.  Product was great and works as expected.”

    – Alan, XYZprinting da Vinci 3D printer customer

    Studica\'s Future | Looking Forward

    As we look forward to the next 30 years, we are excited about the possibilities on the horizon. We are proud to once again be the official sponsor and supplier of the next WorldSkills Mobile Robotics Competition at the 2017 WorldSkills Competition in Abu Dhabi. We are also acquiring more and more solutions for educators interested in STEM programs, such as fischertechnik Education\'s Introduction to STEM Sets, Wonder Workshop, FUZE and more!

    Learn more about the vast range of products Studica offers at academic prices. We\'ve proven to be a lasting presence in the academic market, providing student, teachers and schools with the technology they need at prices they can afford. Thank you to all of our customers, partners and employees, you are all what makes Studica great!