Applications open for Criminal Justice Scholarship

Sheriff Tommy Greenwell is announcing the availability of the John Dennis Scholarship, for Criminal Justice majors only, which will be awarded by the Missouri Sheriff's Association.

The scholarship, in the amount of $1000, will be presented to 16 college-bound Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career and will be attending a Missouri college or university. Applicants must be in good standing with their school, have a good reference from the school counselor, demonstrate financial need, have a 2.0 grade point average or greater, and be active in extracurricular activities.

A paragraph attached to the application detailing the applicant's goals for the next 10 years after high school graduation is also required.

Students interested in applying for the scholarship may contact the Missouri Sheriff's Association and Training Academy, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, Mo. 65109, or by calling (573) 635-5925, extension 10. An application may also be obtained by sending a request to karen@mosheriffs.com. Applications must be submitted by January 31, 2009.