In conjunction with the Texas Chief Deputies Association’s Annual Training Conference, scheduled for June 17^th - 20^th, 2008, in Kerville, Texas; Melvin Drum Memorial Scholarships.

The first three (academic) scholarships mentioned are $1,000.00, payable $500.00 this year in June and another $500.00 next year upon proof of continued enrollment.  The final scholarship available to a Sheriff's Office employee is $750.00 and will be paid in one payment at the June conference.

Three of the scholarships are available to any son, daughter, stepson or stepdaughter of any Sheriff’s Office Employee, working for a Sheriff’s Office in the State of Texas .  The recipients are required to attend a College, University or Trade School within the State of Texas .

One of the scholarships is available to a Texas licensed peace officer, currently working in law enforcement in the State of Texas , attending an accredited college in Texas , and is working toward a degree plan.

Click here (PDF) for a printable scholarship application. Applications must be returned by the indicated deadline.

Notice to Applicant (PDF)

Melvin Drum Memorial Scholarship Letter (PDF)

                 ( Deadline for Scholarship application 4/27/08 )

Thank You in advance for your interest and cooperation in this matter.

MELVIN DRUM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 2007 RECIPIENTS
TScholarship recipients from the 2007 Texas Chief Deputies Association Annual Training Conference in Kerrville, Texas.

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	Tiffany Hernandez Eldorado, Texas
	William Joseph Schaefer II Goliad, Texas
	Angela Clark Kilgore, Texas
	Cole Thurman Canyon, Texas

Who is Melvin Drum?

Chief Deputy Melvin Drum went to work for the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Office in 1979. On August 8, 1980, he was promoted to Chief Deputy by Sheriff Joe Hataway.

On March 28, 1987, Chief Deputy Drum responded to a domestic violence call at approximately 1:00 p.m.. While in route to the residence Chief Deputy Drum observed the suspect and his wife/victim in a 1975 Ford. Chief Deputy Drum stopped the vehicle and before he could exit his patrol unit the suspect exited his car and fatally shot Chief Drum through the patrol car window.

Chief Deputy Drum was known for his love of people and for his devotion to law enforcement. The scholarships and awards given are in memory of Chief Deputy Drum.