Application Deadline:  May 31st

The PSHRA-VA has established an annual merit-based scholarship, up to $1,000, in honor of the late Debby Didawick, PHR, a long-time chapter member and Human Resources Director for Frederick County, Virginia. The scholarship was created to help finance formal education and professional certification for active chapter members who seek to increase their competency in the field of public human resources.  The scholarship is awarded annually in June.

Scholarship applicants must meet the following requirements: 

• Must be a PSHRA-VA member in good standing.

• Must be currently enrolled, or accepted, at an accredited college or university with at least junior status and pursuing a Bachelor’s, graduate certificate, Master’s or other post-graduate degree in Human Resources Management/Development, Public Administration or a related field at an accredited college or university; OR pursuing an IPMA-HR Certified Professional (IPMA-CP) or IPMA-HR Senior Certified Professional (IPMA-SCP) certification; OR the IPMA-HR online HR Certificate program.

PSHRA VA Chapter Scholarship Application.pdf