DES PLAINES, IL (August 19, 2002) - Based in Dallas, TX, the Southwest Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) recently donated $1,000 to the ASSE Foundation for its student scholarship program. The funds will be used for undergraduate and graduate scholarships for students in occupational safety, health and environmental degree programs. Since 1994, ASSE's Southwest Chapter has donated $7,630 to the Foundation

Chartered in 1990, the ASSE Foundation is committed to ensuring the future of the occupational safety and health profession by providing financial resources to individuals and organizations. Funding for the Foundation comes from corporations and voluntary donations from ASSE members - individual and through chapters countrywide for applied safety research, scholarships, fellowships, internships and professional development.

This year the Foundation will award nearly $50,000 in annual scholarships to occupational safety, health and environment students. Specifics on how to apply and qualify for the scholarships can be found at the ASSE Foundation's website at www.asse.org/foundat.htm under scholarship program or by calling 847-699-2929. The Foundation is accepting scholarship applications from now until December 1, 2002.

Founded in 1911, ASSE is the oldest and largest professional safety organization and is dedicated to protecting people, property and the environment. Its over 30,000 members manage, supervise, and consult on safety, health and environmental issues in industry, insurance, government and education. For more information visit ASSE's website www.asse.org.

     

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