In memory of Mike Lowe, the Board of Directors of Big Horn Rural Electric Company has designated a Mike Lowe Memorial Lineman Scholarship to encourage, promote, and educate lineworkers for careers with Wyoming electric cooperatives. 
 

How much is the scholarship? 

Currently the minimum amount a recipient will receive for this scholarship will be $2,000.  The scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who plans to attend an approved regional lineworker training program. 
 

Who is eligible to receive the scholarship? 

Dependent children or dependents of persons currently receiving electric service at their primary residence from Big Horn Rural Electric are eligible. To be qualified for the scholarship you must be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and maintain a 2.5 Grade Point Average (GPA) while you are enrolled in a lineworker training program.  Applicants must enroll in the next available session or semester in an approved regional lineworker program.  Applicants must also be U.S. citizens. 
 

How is the recipient selected? 

Applicants must submit an application form, a transcript of grades and a resume detailing education, employment experience, duties, and references.  A Big Horn Rural Electric Selection Committee will make the final selection. 
 

What are the recipient's obligations?

The $2,000 scholarship will be paid in installments of $1,000 for two semesters to the regional lineworker training program of choice. In the event the student fails to complete the program, or fails to maintain a 2.5 GPA, no further scholarship money will be awarded. Proof of enrollment and GPA must be sent to Big Horn Rural Electric after the first semester before the second installment will be paid. 

Accepting this scholarship carries with it a contractual obligation. You must sign a contract agreeing that upon completion of the lineworker program you will apply for any apprentice lineworker position that is open at a Wyoming electric cooperative giving Big Horn Rural Electric first consideration. Filing an application will not guarantee employment. Length of employment shall be for a period of at least three years. If you choose not to fulfill the commitment, you are obligated to reimburse Big Horn Rural Electric for the scholarship. 

If no positions are available with a Wyoming electric cooperative, the recipient is free to choose employment with another utility. 
 

How can I apply? 

Complete all of this form and its requirements. Applications must be received by FEBRUARY 5, 2026.