Deadline Extended for Industry Scholarship Applications

If you know someone who is interested in pursuing a career in the water and wastewater industry, now’s the time for them to apply for a scholarship from the Washington Association of Sewer & Water Districts (WASWD)!

Sewer and Water Districts across Washington state provide a valuable service to our communities. In recognition of the need for educational advancement at all levels within this industry, WASWD offers scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,000 per individual. Best of all, the application deadline has just been extended to July 30, 2020.

WASWD’s Scholarship Fund is dedicated to Walt Canter, a long-term Commissioner (1969-2017) of the Cedar River Water and Sewer District, in honor of his many years of service to the industry in the State of Washington.

Requirements to Qualify for a Scholarship:

Applicants must be:

  • An employee, elected official, or family member of someone whose organization or business is a member of WASWD; – OR –
  • Any Washington State Resident

Additional Minimum Requirements:

  • Full or Part-time student
  • Attendance at an accredited college, university or technical school
  • In pursuit of an Associates, Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree
  • Majoring in management or technical training within the water or wastewater industry

Read more about the Walt Canter Scholarship Program here >
Learn more about WASWD here >

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