Education: ScholarshipsTo help members wishing to expand their knowledge of public procurement through education and certifications, VAGP offers two scholarships each year. J. Brad Oakley ScholarshipJ. Brad Oakley was a member of VAGP from 2000 until his untimely death in 2002. He worked as a buyer alongside his mentor, Carline Deal, CPPB C.P.M. VCO, at Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, VA. Brad's enthusiasm for the purchasing profession and never-ending good humor was contagious. He attended all types of VAGP educational offerings and NIGP Annual Forums. Brad was passionate about the career he chose and eager to learn everything he could about public purchasing. The 2002 Board of Directors thought that a fitting tribute to this young man was to keep his memory alive by naming this buyer-level scholarship after him. The J. Brad Oakley Scholarship is offered to a VAGP member who has served in a buying or materials management related position. A letter of application may be submitted by or on behalf of any VAGP member. Current Board members may not be considered for this scholarship during their terms of office.
Manager-Level ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to any VAGP member who has served as a manager in a purchasing or related material capacity. VAGP wants to recognize those individuals who have made a positive impact on the organization and in our profession, and who may benefit by continued education in any aspect of public purchasing or a related course. A letter of application may be submitted by or on behalf of any VAGP member. Current Board members may not be considered for this scholarship during their terms of office.
Past Scholarship Recipients
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