The Joseph A. Homes Safety Association is offering scholarships to individuals currently employed or who are pursuing careers in the mining industry, safety and health fields for high school graduates, undergraduates or graduate students.

The deadline for applications is April 1, according to DEP’s website.

Applicants must have been accepted by an accredited college or university mine safety, occupational or industrial health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety management or other related safety programs.

For other requirements and an application form, visit the Homes Safety Association Scholarship webpage.

2/10/2006