Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation FBI Crime News (b)
SecureWVU is a student-led initiative that provides West Virginia college students awareness about careers in the government and defense sector. The organization educates students on security clearances; prepares students with career development; and connects them with potential government and industry employers, including the FBI.
“West Virginia University, and SecureWVU, are proud to receive this important recognition from Director Wray and the Federal Bureau of Investigation,” said Thompson. “The award highlights a strong partnership, between our organizations, that provides significant career opportunities for our students in law enforcement, government, defense, and related industries. Jobs that require security clearance start here.”
Timothy A. Ferguson, acting assistant director of the CJIS Division, congratulated SecureWVU on winning this year’s award. “As protecting our nation and combating criminal activity has become more and more complex, it is important that we identify, recruit and cultivate talented individuals to build the FBI workforce,” said Ferguson. “The FBI is proud to partner with SecureWVU to build an extraordinary cadre of West Virginia students who have a desire to work in government service. At the CJIS Division, we will be steadfast in our collaborative efforts with SecureWVU to build a mission-focused team committed to protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution.”
Director Wray hosted the 2023 DCLA winners in a special ceremony at FBI Headquarters on April 19, 2024, emphasizing the importance of community partnerships in keeping our shared communities safe. These partnerships—as exemplified by the breadth of the work by the DCLA recipients—have led to a host of crime prevention programs that protect the most vulnerable in our communities, educate families and businesses about cyber threats, and work to reduce violent crime in our neighborhoods. Learn more about the Director’s Community Leadership Award program, the FBI’s general outreach efforts, and the FBI’s CJIS Division online.