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Shreveport, Louisiana 71101 318/673-6655 FAX: 318/673-6656 http://www.shreveportfire.org Kelvin J. Cochran, Fire Chief |
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May 2, 2006 - Shreveport Fire Official Receives Harvard University Fellowship Shreveport Fire Department Assistant Chief Brian Crawford, assistant to Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran, has been selected as one of eight fire officials in the country to receive a fellowship to attend Harvard University . . . ‘Executives in State and Local Government’ program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government- Harvard University in Boston, Mass. “It is such an honor to be chosen for this fellowship,” says Crawford. “I look forward to be able to represent my fire department, city and state while there.” “This is just additional confirmation on the quality of people working in Shreveport city government,” adds Mayor Keith Hightower. “Our employees consistently win awards and are honored for being stand-outs in their fields. Brian is an outstanding employee who works for the good of his department and the city.” The 19-day program includes other state and local government leaders from across the country and focuses on exploring the interrelationships between citizens and government, analyzing policy options, and examining the ethical and professional responsibilities of leadership. The fellowship program for fire service leaders is a joint effort between the USFA and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The final element of the competitive selection process was held at USFA's National Emergency Training Center, in Emmitsburg, Maryland, on April 12. Those selected are: Kevin Brame, Deputy Chief, City of North Las Vegas (Nevada) Fire Department
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