WILDLIFE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS

Two $1,000 scholarships offered to college-bound students
READING -- The Kansas Wildlife Officers Association (KWOA) has announced that it will grant two $1,000 scholarships to students pursuing higher education in Kansas during the 2006-2007 school year. These scholarships help KWOA promote public awareness of the nature and diversity of wildlife law enforcement and help provide educational opportunities for individuals who appreciate Kansas’ natural resources.

Applicants must complete an official application form, write a brief resume', and submit a letter of recommendation from any current or retired employee of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Applicants may also be required to attend an oral interview with the KWOA Scholarship Committee in early summer this year.

KWOA will accept applications through May 15. For more information or a scholarship application, write Dave Adams, KWOA Secretary, Box 155, Reading, KS 66868; phone, 620-699-3395; or email davea@wp.state.ks.us .
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