New Philadelphia, OH — The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, an advocate for community safety and law enforcement excellence, announces its inaugural Law Enforcement Scholarship Program offered through Buckeye Career Center.

This program is designed to recognize and support individuals pursuing a career in law enforcement, fostering the development of the next generation of public safety leaders.

The Law Enforcement Scholarship Program aims to address the critical need for well-qualified and dedicated professionals in law enforcement by providing financial assistance to deserving students.

Through this initiative, MWCD seeks to contribute to the advancement of public safety practices and ensure that communities continue to be protected by highly skilled and compassionate law enforcement officers.

The MWCD is partnering with the Buckeye Career Center Friends of Adult Education Foundation to financially assist adult students in Buckeye Career Center’s Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:

Application to Buckeye Career Center’s Full-Time OPOTA program and enrollment requirements;

Register with Buckeye Career Center’s Student Services;

Scholarship funds shall be used for tuition and/or fees for the OPOTA at Buckeye Career Center, up to and including the full cost of the program;

Recipient(s) must exhaust other sources of scholarships or grants before being eligible to receive funds from the MWCD Law Enforcement Scholarship.

Applications for the scholarship must be submitted by Aug. 30.

“We are delighted to launch the Law Enforcement Scholarship Program, as it aligns perfectly with our mission to promote excellence in law enforcement and foster stronger community ties,” said Craig Butler, MWCD executive director. “By investing in the education of promising students, we hope to encourage their pursuit of a rewarding career in law enforcement and contribute to a safer and more secure society for all.”

Once students complete their required OPOTA training, they are eligible to pursue a career in law enforcement, which includes the possibility of becoming a MWCD ranger. MWCD rangers are vital in ensuring the safety of over 5 million visitors who choose MWCD’s parks, marinas, lakes and campgrounds as their recreation destination each year. Rangers also oversee the safety of MWCD’s 1,204 cottage sites.

For more information about the MWCD Law Enforcement Scholarship Program and how to apply, visit mwcd.org/LEScholarship or contact Megan Zimmerman at Buckeye Career center at 330-308-5720 or mzimmerman@buckeyecareercenter.org.