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ABOUT THE FIRE PROTECTION INDUSTRY

The Fire Protection Engineering industry offers unique and rewarding opportunities across the country and the world. Specifically in Kansas City,
there is a wealth of opportunities with a large concentration of quality fire
protection groups in consulting, service, insurance, contracting, and more. Many companies in fire protection locally and nationally are constantly on the look for quality students who are interested in fire protection engineering due to the large workplace demand and limited supply of graduate engineers entering the industry.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Mo-Kan SFPE is now accepting applications until January 31st, 2024.

Purpose: 
To illuminate the fire protection industry to students and support growth of the industry. 

Number & Value of Scholarships: Up to three (3) scholarships are awarded annually.  Scholarships will range in value from $500-$2,000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Current college & university students who meet at least one of the following:
1. Have completed at least 2 years of engineering school.
2. Are within 2 years of graduating in a fire protection, fire safety, or fire technology related field. 
3. Have at least 2 years of fire protection, fire safety, or fire technology related work experience. 

Application Submittal: Email applications to info@mokansfpe.org

Deadline: Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 @ 11:59pm

Application Requirements:
1. Current resume with GPA.
2. Cover letter including:
     - A brief bio.
     - Current field of study.
     - Why does fire protection engineering/safety interest you?
     - What makes you a top applicant for this scholarship?
     - What ties, if any, do you have to fire protection/safety industry in the Missouri/Kansas region?

Optional Cover Letter Enhancements:
1. SFPE National and/or SFPE local chapter participation.
2. Fire protection/safety industry experience.

Determination of Award: Awards are determined based principally on five criteria: (1) interest in the industry, (2) ties to Missouri/Kansas region, (3) quality of application, (4) academic achievement, (5) interest/involvement in SFPE/local SFPE Chapter. 

We invite all students who meet the criteria to apply.

PREVIOUS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

2022-2023
Halley Robinett, Kansas State University
​Michael Perez, Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City
Zar Garza, Oklahoma State University

2021-2022
Grant Yardley, Oklahoma State University
Kevin Rossip, University of Kansas
​Nichole Manning, University of Kansas

2020-2021

Brenna Morris, University of Kansas
Katelyn Lang, University of Kansas

2016-2017
Brian Gier, University of Kansas
Bryanna Krekeler, University of Kansas
Daniel Ricker, University of Kansas
Stephanie Poole, University of Maryland

2015-2016
Daniel Ricker, University of Kansas
Glynis Thompson, University of Kansas
Kaitlin Beeman, Kansas State University

2014-2015
Loryn Goebel, University of Kansas
Alex Egley, University of Kansas

2013-2014
Loryn Goebel, University of Kansas
Nicolas Howard, University of Kansas
Jaime Wilson-Abshier, University of Kansas

2012-2013
Lauren Gilstrap, University of Kansas
John Thomas Romine, University of Kansas

2011-2012
Ben Brooks, University of Kansas
Sean Quigley, University of Kansas
Jaime Wilson-Abshier, University of Kansas

2010-2011
Joseph Meyer, University of Kansas
Sean Quigley, University of Kansas
Jaime Wilson-Abshier, University of Kansas

2009-2010
Kelsey Leigh Allen, University of Kansas
Joseph Meyer, University of Kansas

GET INVOLVED

The Mo-Kan Society of Fire Protection Engineers is always looking for students interested in fire protection! Join us for our monthly chapter meetings in the greater Kansas City area, our scholarship golf tournament, training opportunities, or holiday parties. The chapter generally provides lunch, trainings, and plenty of network opportunities free to all students! See our Events Calendar for what is coming up next. Contact us at info@mokansfpe.org for more information if you're interested in getting involved or becoming a student member.

JOIN THE CHAPTER (IT'S FREE)

You can join the Missouri - Kansas Society of Fire Protection Engineers for
free! Student membership is a great way to network and learn more about the industry.

    STUDENT MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION

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INTERNSHIPS - KC COMPANIES WHO HAVE HIRED FIRE PROTECTION INTERNS

Burns & McDonnell
FP&C Consultants
FSC, Inc.
Henderson Engineers, Inc. (Fire Dynamics Division)
Introba
Poole Fire Protection

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES - NATIONAL

Complete List of Fire Protection Engineering Degree Programs

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES - REGIONAL

Oklahoma State University - Fire Protection & Safety Technology
(Undergraduate Degree Program)
University of  Kansas - ARCE 664 Fire Protection Engineering (Undergraduate Course)

RESOURCES

Careers in Fire Protection Engineering
MeyerFire Introduction to Fire Protection Engineering
Society of Fire Protection Engineers National Website
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