GVP taking applications for lineworker scholarship

Grand Valley Power is accepting applications for the Colorado Mesa University Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship. Applications are open to current residents of Mesa County and will be accepted through June 1.

The CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship is a one-time, $2,000 scholarship awarded for enrollment in the CMU Tech Electrical Lineworker program.

Applications are available at all of the local high school counseling offices, Colorado Mesa University’s financial aid webpage under the Outside Scholarship Resources tab, or at gvp.org/scholarship-program.

A committee of electric lineworkers appointed by the management of Grand Valley Power will review and determine an awardee for the CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship. Grand Valley Power has awarded more than $299,500 in scholarships to local youth for education and training since 1996.

For questions about the scholarship program or requirements, please email scholarships@gvp.org or call 970-242-0040.