Wallowa County Health Care District launches scholarship program

The Observer, La Grande, Ore.
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ENTERPRISE — The Wallowa County Health Care District is launching a new scholarship program designed to support local students pursuing higher education, particularly those interested in health care careers.

The program offers three $1,000 scholarships:

• Two scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors from any school in Wallowa County.

• One scholarship will be awarded to a nontraditional student attending or planning to return to an accredited institution for higher education (trade school, community college, college or university).

“Wallowa Memorial Hospital and medical clinics pride themselves on being a leader in our community and are committed to its well-being," said Anna Hayter, the district's chief human resources officer, in a press release. "This scholarship program is an investment in the future of our community, particularly those dedicated to health care professions. This is just another way we can support the next generation of rural leaders and health care professionals.”

Scholarship applicants must be residents of Wallowa County and meet criteria outlined in the application. The application process includes:

• Completing the application form.

• Submitting a resume.

• Providing transcripts.

• Obtaining letters of recommendation.

• Writing a 1,000-word essay discussing personal goals, leadership experiences and a commitment to the community.

Applications are due April 23. Selection will be made by May 8.

Applications and additional program information can be found on the district website on the careers page, www.wchcd.org/careers/ or by contacting Human Resources at 541-426-5415.